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The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of her time, and the achievements of her Arctic and Antarctic expeditions are the stuff of legend. In this spirit, the comfortable surroundings and advanced technology on today’s MS Fram – which was fully upgraded in summer 2022 – make her exceptionally well suited for modern expedition cruising.
Purpose-built as an expedition cruise ship, MS Fram is an exceptional base camp for explorers. On board, comfort is a top priority, so after a day of exploration you can relax in a hot tub, dine in your choice of two restaurants, or at the outdoor BBQ and catch up with your fellow guests with a cocktail in hand as you watch the scenery glide past in the Explorer Lounge & Bar. In the Science Centre, at the heart of the ship, you’ll discover more about the places you sail to and listen to talks by the Expedition Team.
With key expedition features and technology, MS Fram is primed to bring you on a journey of discovery to our planet’s most alluring and unspoiled regions.
Ship Features
MS Fram has passed stringent safety tests and is accredited by Bureau Veritas (BV), a leading independent certification body. BV’s strict and thorough safety audit ensures the ship complies with industry and international best practices in terms of health, safety and hygiene. You can feel confident when you see the SafeGuard label, as this means your vessel met the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard also entails following best practice guidelines with regard to hygiene and sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases on board.
Premium expedition comfort
MS Fram gets you closer to nature creating an unforgettable expedition experience. The 2022 upgrade has injected a fresh Nordic look and feel across all seven decks, while exploration and learning remain front and centre. There's an expanded and improved Science Center, a larger fleet of small expedition boats for off-ship exploration, upgraded lecture areas and the ability to stream Expedition Team talks to your cabin.
Designed to bring the outside in, take in panoramic views from the revamped Explorer Lounge & Bar, gym, sauna and hot tubs. Dine al fresco at the top-deck BBQ and savour local flavours in our signature onboard restaurants. Numerous artworks commissioned from local artists based around the Arctic adorn the interior, adding an extra sense of inspiration to your voyage.
Departures and Prices
Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia 23 days by HX
On this 23-day journey, explore Santiago on a panoramic tour followed by a three-course dinner in a local restaurant. Fly to Punta Arenas to board your HX Hurtigruten Expeditions cruise and venture to the remote wilderness landscapes of the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. Spectacular scenery and incredible wildlife await across the three distinct habitats, including nesting penguins, fur seals and whales.
Antarctica
MS Fram
14-Jan 2026
Circumnavigating Svalbard - In the Realm of the Polar Bear by HX
On this 11-day expedition, discover some of the most incredible sights in the Arctic, exploring the national parks of the Svalbard archipelago, a magnificent wilderness where polar bears outnumber people. Marvel at the giant mountain peaks rising from the ocean in spectacular fjords, hike through arctic tundra keeping watch for reindeer and arctic fox, spot lazy walrus relaxing in hidden bays and Zodiac cruise around colossal ice-calving glaciers.
Svalbard
MS Fram
05-Jul 2025, 26-Jul 2025, 20-Jun 2026, 11-Jul 2026, 01-Aug 2026
Circumnavigating Svalbard – The Ultimate Expedition by HX
This 14-day expedition circumnavigates the great wilderness of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Spot polar bears hunting, gigantic glaciers calving icebergs into the sea, visit historic whaling sites, breath-taking fjords, towering seabird cliffs, witness whales breaching out of the Arctic water and reindeer grazing in the alpine tundra. For real diversity in Arctic landscapes and wildlife, this expedition covers it all.
Svalbard
MS Fram
23-Jun 2025, 14-Jul 2025, 04-Aug 2025, 29-Jun 2026, 20-Jul 2026, 10-Aug 2026
In-depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition by HX
In this 23-day expedition cruise discover the incredible wildlife and beautiful wilderness landscapes of the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. See a wide variety of iconic wildlife across the three distinct habitats, including nesting penguins, fur seals and whales. Be immersed in diverse landscapes, from the lush green hills of the Falklands and the alpine landscapes of South Georgia, to the iceberg-studded seas of Antarctica.
Antarctica
MS Fram
14-Nov 2025, 05-Dec 2025, 26-Dec 2025, 16-Jan 2026, 06-Feb 2026, 27-Feb 2026, 06-Nov 2026, 27-Nov 2026, 18-Dec 2026, 08-Jan 2027, 29-Jan 2027, 19-Feb 2027
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ABOUT US
We'll compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators to find your perfect cruise.
Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!
As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.
All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.
Why book with Polar Routes?
- We can compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators.
- From former Russian research vessels to larger and luxurious ships - there is an expedition cruise to suit you.
- Our Polar Specialists will help you choose the perfect expedition cruise for your requirements.
- We are the expedition cruise specialists and know all the polar destinations inside out.
- Our expert team of Polar Specialists have extensive knowledge of all the expedition ships & operators.
- All of our Polar Specialists have first-hand experience of expedition cruising to the polar regions.
- Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!
- All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.
- As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.
