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Ocean Explorer

Ship Summary

Staff and Crew
105
Ice Class
1A, PC6
Cruising Speed
16.5 knots, in open water

Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to our fleet, is modern, elegant and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.  

 

Spacious cabins feature a modern, bespoke Scandinavian design and almost all have verandas. Guests can relax and find comfort in the spacious gym, sauna with large windows, and two outdoor Jacuzzis.  

 

Ocean Explorer features ample outdoor viewing areas and multi-height outer decks, which are ideal for long-view photography and wildlife viewing. The vessel is equipped with a fleet of 15 Zodiacs that enable guests to get off the ship quickly and safely for off-ship adventures. In addition to the well-appointed and spacious public areas, Ocean Explorer has an industry-leading mix of sustainability systems, including fuel-efficient Rolls Royce engines. 

Ship Specifications

Staff and Crew

105

Draft

17.3ft (5.3 m)

Registration

Portugal

Guests

138

Lifeboats

2

Zodiacs

15

Length

342 ft (104.4 m)

Ice Class

1A, PC6

Cruising Speed

16.5 knots, in open water

Features of the Vessel

Two Story Library

Two Story Library

Light-filled interior library—at the bow of the ship— allows guests to sit and relax indoors while taking in the surrounding polar landscapes from their choice of two levels.
Waste-Reducing Micro Auto Gasification System (MAGS)

Leading Edge Sustainability

With the latest sustainability technology in polar expedition, the ship features fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines and the ground-breaking MAGS gasification system that converts waste into energy, eliminating the environmental impact of waste transportation.
ULSTEIN X-Bow

Ulstein X-Bow

In addition to forming the double-story library, the innovative X-Bow design ensures calm, energy-efficient sailing in rough waters.
Observation Deck

High Observation Outdoor Decks

Observation areas on Decks 7 and 8 allow for higher, longer-view landscape photography while contending with less sea spray.
Spacious and Quiet Cabins

Quiet and Comfortable

Spacious and luxurious cabins ensure your quiet ambience with no sound disturbance from adjoining cabins—and almost all cabins feature a balcony for outdoor viewing.
Public Space

Stunning Interior Design

Each interior element was carefully hand-picked by designers for you to enjoy, from the dramatic two-story forward lounge, the floor-to-ceiling glass refuge in the library, to the grand fixtures and luxe furnishings throughout the ship.

Amenities

OEX Main Dining Room

Main Dining Room

Contemporary meets cozy in this modern dining room with its stylish lighting and contemporary art. Located on Deck 5, the Main Dining Room seats 144 guests, and features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto the spectacular polar wilderness.
OEX Private Dining Room

Private Dining Room

Tasteful and intimate. This stylish, private dining room on deck 5 provides a relaxed dining experience—with views of the polar landscape—for up to 36 guests.
OEX Latitude Bar

The Latitude Bar

A popular social hub on Deck 5, the beautifully-lit Latitude Bar—with its lush sofas and faux marble-topped end tables—is large enough to seat 46 and is ideal for enjoying a quiet drink on your own or hanging out with friends.
OEX - Library

Library

Located on Deck 6 at the top of the gorgeous atrium staircase, this beautiful Library with floor-to-ceiling glass, accommodates up to 47 people
OEX Sauna

Dry Sauna

After a day of exciting off-ship adventure, guests can relax on the sauna’s traditional wood benches while gazing at the polar wilderness just outside the large sauna windows. Accommodates 15 people on Deck 7.
OEX Fitness Center

Fitness Center

Stay fit with the latest work-out equipment in the Fitness Center on Deck 7.
OEX Jacuzzi

Jacuzzis

Two outdoor Jacuzzis on deck 7, at the ship’s stern, mean you can relax alfresco while soaking up the breath-taking polar views.
OEX Observation Lounge

Observation Lounge

This stylish lounge at the top of the ship guarantees incredible views. Guests also frequent this spacious lookout on Deck 8 to enjoy cocktails and conversation with fellow travelers. Seats 63.

Deck Plans & Cabins

Deckplan 3

Cabin Details for Deck 3

Studio Single

Studio Single
Studio Single
Studio Single
Studio Single
Studio Single

Studio Single

Designed for one. These cabins are located on Deck 3 and approximately 166 sq. ft. (15,4 sq. m,) in size, with one double bed and a porthole view. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

  • Size (sqf)

    146-186

  • Occupancy

    1

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 3
  • Size (sqf)

    146-186

  • Occupancy

    1

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 3
Deckplan 4

Cabin Details for Deck 4

Deluxe Veranda Forward

Deluxe Veranda Fwd
Deluxe Veranda Forward
Deluxe Veranda Forward
Deluxe Veranda Forward

Deluxe Veranda Forward

Located on Deck 4 and approximately 182 sq. f. (16.9 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles. There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

  • Size (sqf)

    168-195

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4
  • Size (sqf)

    168-195

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4

Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom

Located throughout the ship and approximately 208 sq. f. (19.3 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles, and seperate sitting area furnished with two club chairs and a reading table. There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor. Note: 611 and 612 do not have the club chairs and a reading table.

  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7
  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7

Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite

Located throughout the ship and approximately 205 sq. ft. (19.2 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles, and seperate sitting area furnished with a sofa-bed.  There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony.  There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

  • Size (sqf)

    200-205

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths and fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6
  • Size (sqf)

    200-205

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths and fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6
Ocean Explorer Deck 5

Public Spaces on Deck 5

Main Dining Room

OEX Main Dining Room

Main Dining Room

Contemporary meets cozy in this modern dining room with its stylish lighting and contemporary art. Located on Deck 5, the Main Dining Room seats 144 guests, and features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto the spectacular polar wilderness.

Private Dining Room

OEX Private Dining Room

Private Dining Room

Tasteful and intimate. This stylish, private dining room on deck 5 provides a relaxed dining experience—with views of the polar landscape—for up to 36 guests.

The Latitude Bar

OEX Latitude Bar

The Latitude Bar

A popular social hub on Deck 5, the beautifully-lit Latitude Bar—with its lush sofas and faux marble-topped end tables—is large enough to seat 46 and is ideal for enjoying a quiet drink on your own or hanging out with friends.
Deckplan 6

Cabin Details for Deck 6

Junior Suite

Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Located on Deck 6 and approximately 298 sq. f. (27.7 sq. m,) in size. These 2-room suites have one double bed that can be configured into two singles in the inner bedroom and an outer sitting room furnished with a sofa-bed, and activity table for two. From the bedroom there a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a double sized walkout balcony. There are also 2 TV's, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with bathtub, vanity and heated floor.

  • Size (sqf)

    296-299

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 6
  • Size (sqf)

    296-299

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 6

Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom

Located throughout the ship and approximately 208 sq. f. (19.3 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles, and seperate sitting area furnished with two club chairs and a reading table. There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor. Note: 611 and 612 do not have the club chairs and a reading table.

  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7
  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7

Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite

Located throughout the ship and approximately 205 sq. ft. (19.2 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles, and seperate sitting area furnished with a sofa-bed.  There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony.  There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

  • Size (sqf)

    200-205

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths and fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6
  • Size (sqf)

    200-205

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths and fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6

Public Spaces on Deck 6

Library

OEX - Library

Library

Located on Deck 6 at the top of the gorgeous atrium staircase, this beautiful Library with floor-to-ceiling glass, accommodates up to 47 people
Ocean Explorer - Deck 7

Cabin Details for Deck 7

Penthouse Suite

Explorer Suite
Explorer Suite
Explorer Suite

Penthouse Suite

This unique 2-room suite is located on Deck 7 and is approximately 269 sq. f (25.0 sq. m.) in size. It has one double bed that can be configured into two singles in the inner bedroom.and the outer sitting area is furnished with a sofa-bed. Walk-out from either room to a double sized balcony . There are also 2 TV's, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor. And an additional powder room in the outside sitting area. 

  • Size (sqf)

    269

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 7
  • Size (sqf)

    269

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 7

Owners Suite

Owners Suite
Owners Suite
Owners Suite
Owners Suite

Owners Suite

This palatial, airy apartment offers stunning views from its large private veranda on the highest cabin level. The luxurious suite features a large master bedroom, living room and dining area and two large master bathrooms, among other amenities. 

  • Size (sqf)

    443

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 7
  • Size (sqf)

    443

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Premium

  • Location
    • Deck 7

Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom

Located throughout the ship and approximately 208 sq. f. (19.3 sq. m,) in size, these cabins have one double bed that can be configured into two singles, and seperate sitting area furnished with two club chairs and a reading table. There is a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a walkout balcony. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor. Note: 611 and 612 do not have the club chairs and a reading table.

  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7
  • Size (sqf)

    173-272

  • Occupancy

    1-2

  • Bed Config.

    One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed

  • Class

    Standard

  • Location
    • Deck 4 ,
    • Deck 6 ,
    • Deck 7

Public Spaces on Deck 7

Dry Sauna

OEX Sauna

Dry Sauna

After a day of exciting off-ship adventure, guests can relax on the sauna’s traditional wood benches while gazing at the polar wilderness just outside the large sauna windows. Accommodates 15 people on Deck 7.

Fitness Center

OEX Fitness Center

Fitness Center

Stay fit with the latest work-out equipment in the Fitness Center on Deck 7.

Jacuzzis

OEX Jacuzzi

Jacuzzis

Two outdoor Jacuzzis on deck 7, at the ship’s stern, mean you can relax alfresco while soaking up the breath-taking polar views.
Ocean Explorer - Deck 8

Public Spaces on Deck 8

Observation Lounge

OEX Observation Lounge

Observation Lounge

This stylish lounge at the top of the ship guarantees incredible views. Guests also frequent this spacious lookout on Deck 8 to enjoy cocktails and conversation with fellow travelers. Seats 63.
Deckplan 9

Comparison of All Cabins

Cabin Category Deck Location(s) Size # of Guests Berth Configuration
Studio Single
  • Deck 3
146-186 sq. ft. 1 One double bed made up of two twin berths
Deluxe Veranda Forward
  • Deck 4
168-195 sq. ft. 1-2 One double bed made up of two twin berths
Veranda Stateroom
  • Deck 4
  • Deck 6
  • Deck 7
173-272 sq. ft. 1-2 One double bed made up of two twin berths plus fold out sofa bed
Veranda Suite
  • Deck 4
  • Deck 6
200-205 sq. ft. 1-2 One double bed made up of two twin berths and fold out sofa bed
Junior Suite
  • Deck 6
296-299 sq. ft. 1-2 Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed
Studio Veranda Single
  • Deck 7
238 sq. ft. 1 One twin single
Penthouse Suite
  • Deck 7
269 sq. ft. 1-2 Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed
Owners Suite
  • Deck 7
443 sq. ft. 1-2 Two rooms. One double bed made up of two twin berths fold out sofa bed

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