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Max Passengers: 138
Ship Type: Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated by: Quark Expeditions

Ocean Explorer is a stunning vessel built explicitly for polar exploration. With a capacity of 138 passengers, this modern and elegant ship has been designed with the latest expedition ship technology. One of the most noteworthy features of the ship is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a smooth and stable ride even in rough seas. 

The two-story library at the bow is a great place to relax and unwind while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding ocean. The cabins are designed in a modern, bespoke Scandinavian style, and most feature verandas, providing a comfortable and luxurious living space for guests. Additionally, the ship boasts a spacious gym, sauna, and two outdoor Jacuzzis where guests can relax and rejuvenate while enjoying stunning views of the surroundings. 

Ocean Explorer has ample outdoor viewing areas and multi-height outer decks, providing excellent vantage points for long-view photography and wildlife viewing. The vessel has 15 Zodiacs that enable guests to disembark quickly and safely for off-ship adventures. The ship also features an array of well-appointed public spaces and an industry-leading mix of sustainability systems, including fuel-efficient Rolls Royce engines, making it an eco-friendly choice for those exploring the polar regions.


Ship Specifications

Deck and Engine: 22
Hotel: 61
Expedition Crew: 22
Total Crew: 105
Maximum Guests: 138
Crew to guest ratio: 1:1.3

Length: 104.4M
Draft: 5.3M
Beam: 18.4M
Gross Tonnage: 8228
Ice Class: PC6
Cruising Speed: 1 knots
Lifeboats: 2 x 150 persons EA.
Zodiacs: 15
Stabilizers: Rolls Royce Aquarius 100 stabilization at rest (SAR)
Voltage: 690 / 230V @ 50 Hz (pulled from OEX_Vessel Technical Data Sheet-2023-07-28)
Launched: 07-2021
Last Refurb: N/A
Engine Type: 2 X Ingeteam
Registered: Bahamas
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  • May 7, 2025from $10,795Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • May 15, 2025from $12,795Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • May 23, 2025from $12,695Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • May 31, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 8, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 16, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 24, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jul 2, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jul 10, 2025from $13,595Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Aug 3, 2025from $14,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Aug 13, 2025from $21,195Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen
  • Aug 26, 2025from $14,195Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights
  • Sep 4, 2025from $14,195Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights
  • Sep 13, 2025from $14,195Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights
  • Sep 22, 2025from $14,195Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights
  • Nov 4, 2025from $17,095Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Nov 13, 2025from $33,395Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
  • Dec 1, 2025from $18,295Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 10, 2025from $18,295Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 19, 2025from $19,495Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 28, 2025from $20,995Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North
  • Jan 4, 2026from $23,795Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
  • Jan 9, 2026from $35,295Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle
  • Jan 17, 2026from $19,995Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North
  • Jan 24, 2026from $29,695South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari
  • Feb 9, 2026from $22,695Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition
  • Feb 21, 2026from $19,995Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North
  • Feb 28, 2026from $31,995Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle
  • Mar 8, 2026from $21,495Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
  • Mar 13, 2026from $18,995Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North
  • May 2, 2026from $15,395Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen
  • May 14, 2026from $12,795Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • May 22, 2026from $12,795Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • May 30, 2026from $13,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 7, 2026from $13,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 15, 2026from $13,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jun 23, 2026from $13,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jul 1, 2026from $13,895Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
  • Jul 9, 2026from $20,195Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage
  • Jul 26, 2026from $17,595Iceland to Greenland: Mountains, Glaciers, and the Westfjords
  • Aug 7, 2026from $24,295Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route
  • Aug 21, 2026from $24,295Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
  • Sep 4, 2026from $14,795Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture
  • Sep 13, 2026from $16,295Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History
  • Oct 25, 2026from $27,695Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
  • Nov 12, 2026from $13,995Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Nov 21, 2026from $14,695Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Nov 30, 2026from $14,695Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 9, 2026from $15,495Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 18, 2026from $17,195Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Dec 27, 2026from $17,195Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Jan 5, 2027from $16,595Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
  • Jan 14, 2027from $18,595Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North
  • Jan 21, 2027from $29,495Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle
  • Feb 3, 2027from $16,395Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North
  • Feb 10, 2027from $27,695Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
  • Feb 28, 2027from $14,695Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
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Available Itineraries

Cabins

Ocean Explorer - Deluxe Veranda Forward Stateroom
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.
Ocean Explorer - Deluxe 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.
Grand Veranda State Room
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.
Ocean Explorer - 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.
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.
Ocean Explorer - Studio Veranda Single
Studio Veranda Single
Designed for one. This unique cabin is located on Deck 7 and approximately 162 sq. f. (15.1 sq. m.). It has one twin bed with a floor to ceiling glass view that opens to a generous walkout balcony. There is also TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.
Ocean Explorer - 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.
Owners Suite
Owners Suite
This massive 2-room suite is located on Deck 7 and is approximately 443 sq. f (41.2 sq. m.) in size. It has one double bed that can be configured into two singles in the inner bedroom. The inner bedroom has a private en-suite with a bathdub, vanity and heated floor. The outer room is furnished with a sofabed, club chair and 4-seat dining table. Walk-out from either room to a triple sized balcony . There are also 2 TV's, state of the art 'infotainment' system and an additional private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor for the outer room.

Deckplan

Ocean Explorer - Deck Plan

Amenities

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
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
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 ideal for enjoying a quiet drink or hanging out with friends.

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.

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

Fitness Center
Stay fit with the latest workout equipment in the Fitness Center on Deck 7.

Jacuzzis
Two outdoor Jacuzzis on deck 7, at the ship’s stern, mean you can relax alfresco while soaking up the breathtaking polar views.

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.

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