Max Passengers:
590
Ship Type:
Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated By:
Hurtigruten
The
MS Nordlys takes its name and design inspiration from the
Northern Lights, with art, décor, and colors throughout the ship reflecting this natural wonder. The result is a delicate, distinct, and relaxing onboard ambience. Guests can unwind in comfortable lounges with panoramic views, perfect for relaxing after a day of excursions and activities.
Cabin Specifications
The ship offers a wide range of accommodations designed to suit different preferences.
Polar Inside Cabins provide a cozy retreat with twin or double bed configurations, en suite facilities, and a practical design.
Polar Outside Cabins add the benefit of portholes or windows for natural light and sea views, while still maintaining a comfortable layout. For added comfort, the
Arctic Superior Cabins are more spacious outside cabins with premium amenities, including tea and coffee making facilities, and are furnished with either double or twin beds. Guests seeking the highest level of comfort may choose one of the
Expedition Suites, which feature generous space, seating areas, deluxe bathrooms, and either large bay windows or private balconies on Deck 6, creating the perfect setting to enjoy the views in privacy.
Features Onboard
Dining is a highlight of the experience, with the
Torget Main Restaurant offering aft-facing views through floor-to-ceiling windows, and
Kysten Fine Dining serving innovative dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Multe Bakery provides pastries, open sandwiches, smoothies, premium coffee, and locally made ice cream, while the
Explorer Lounge & Panorama Bar forward-facing lounge delivers some of the best vantage points onboard to view the Northern Lights, Midnight Sun, or passing landscapes.
Guests can also relax and recharge in the expanded
gym, upgraded
sauna, or two aft-facing
outdoor hot tubs. Enrichment is central to the voyage, with an
Activity Center serving as the hub for the Expedition Team, two new lecture halls, and the
Kompass Area, an open-plan zone for information, shopping, and specialized outdoor clothing and gear.
The dedicated
Expedition Team acts as a "university at sea," hosting lectures, presentations, and evening gatherings tailored to the sailing season and destination. On deck, guests are invited to join live interpretation sessions focused on nature, wildlife, and cultural highlights. The team also shares the Norwegian philosophy of
friluftsliv—embracing the outdoors—by leading guided hikes and activities designed to connect travelers more closely with the surrounding environment.
Ship specifications
- Year built: 1994
- Year of refurbishment: 2019
- Shipyard: Volkswerft (D)
- Passenger capacity: 590
- Beds: 471
- Car capacity: 24
- Gross tonnage: 11,204
- Length: 121.8 m/ 400 ft
- Beam: 19.2 m/ 63 ft
- Speed: 18 knots
- Plug/ Voltage type Onboard: 2 pin Continental Flag
