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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.
Renovated in 2022, MS Fram now boasts a fresh Nordic look and feel across all seven decks, while exploration and learning remain front and centre to life onboard. In the Science Centre, at the heart of the ship, we have expanded the space and improved the state-of-the-art equipment onboard. Allowing for more interactions with the Science team, helping you discover more about the places you visit whilst with us.
Elsewhere on board, comfort is a top priority, so after a day of exploration you can relax and dine in your choice of two restaurants, or at the outdoor BBQ and catch up with your fellow guests with a cocktail in the Explorer Lounge & Bar as you watch the scenery glide past the windows. Around the ship there are numerous artworks commissioned by local artists based around the Arctic, adding an extra sense of inspiration to your voyage.
It is difficult to write a review for an expedition as plans can go awry mainly due to weather conditions which happened quite frequently but the expedition team & crew dealt with it realy well. it was dissapointing that there was not much wildlife about (some of which I missed) it was fantastic to see the science being carried out and be able to join in. I knew this would not be a standard cruise so no real entertainment but this was made up for by the facsinating lectures on the wildlife and the inuit culture when we went out on the rubber boats (some planned and some unplanned) it was great to move between the icebergs & ice flows and the landings on the beaches, where great care was taken for everyones safety. The food was very high quality except they were not able to keep the plates hot so food ended up being luke warm or cold hence 4 stars instead of five Unfortunately the ship being small the cabins werer allso very small but the public areas made up for that overall a great time & experience
It has been m’y best trip ever. Everything has been just perfect. The Fram is the perfect ship for such a voyage. What made this trip so exceptional was not only that we had very good weather and could admire fantastic wildlife but as well an outstanding expedition team. They always tried to make an experience of every landing and wanted to please every passenger. Very keen on their field of expertise they gave us very interesting lectures while navigating and explanations in the Science center. Kayaking, Camping, Snowshoeing and fantastic cruisings with the zodiacs amongst the ice and wildlife was on the program and successfully led by the team. On the ship the food was outstanding and we had the most friendly and dedicated crew. Waiters and waitresses awaited us 3times a day with a huge smile with personalized service. A Special thanks to Arian, Waldo and Randy! We got to know the captain, very close to the guests, explaining the route and the conditions. On top of that all the passengers have been extremely nice, participating and enthusiastic about the trip. As I said - the best trip ever.
Thank you to HX and crew on MS Fram. This cruise to Falklands, sth georgia and antarctica would be our best trip ever. It had everything that made it successful, ultimate landscape, great lectures, best staff members, everything included, excellent cabins,, option B,C, D for excursions and the weather gods were kind to us but last and not least WoW animals whales, penguins, seals, dolphins My heartfelt thanks to Arianwan, Waldo, Randy in FnB, Pamela in housekeeping Alvin general area clean and Jane, George, jenna, stefan, Moira (may have name wrong -German older lady w short hair and glasses) Expedition crew who made it special with their kind words, a smile or that mischievous grin that makes our day. Nothing was too much trouble and when plan A was cancelled everyone can see why with the galeforce winds thus no disappointments. Even the galeforce winds would be a once in a lifetime experience where it can lean into it. Plan B and C excursions were still wonderful so nothing lost.
Antartica is the ultimate destination It did not disappoint. It is spectacular awe inspiring and the knowledge expertise and attention of the Hurtigruten staff and expedition team cannot be faulted. Fantastic presentations and science talks as we sailed to the antarctic peninsula. Excellent daily briefings and great landings and expeditions with snow shoeing and visits to penguin colonies but our highlight was sea Kayaking in drift ice in Antarctic silence. It was is an ethereal mind blowing experience. The ship is comfortable our cabin was great and the overwhelming feeling was of a very happy ship and crew at all levels. Food was good and varied as were the wines. We benefitted from there being only just over 100 passengers in board and visiting Antartica "early in the season' Lots of snow and ice and pristine environment. All the travel arrangements were well organised and seamless. Excellent back up plans were put in place when weather and ice did not allow landings. A rare highlight was landing at Cape Horn which is seldom possible!
It wasn't the 63 night world cruise but the 20-day NW Passage trip starting on the same date. Anyway, another amazing trip with HX on our favourite ship. The expedition team were superb, as were the restaurant and catering staff. The only slight disappointment was the lack of wildlife when compared to Antarctica but, that said, we still managed several Polar Bears, Beluga, Hump-back, Fin and Minke Whales and had some fantastic weather. Highlights were Illulisat (the ice fjord), Gjoa Haven, Sisimiut, Red Bay and Corner Brook landings. Also seeing the Northern Lights properly for the first time! The food was good (but not great) and plentiful, but we always managed to get good meals once we had befriended the catering staff. Special thanks to the scientists in the expedition team from whom we learned an awful lot about the Arctic, the Inuit culture and history, and what we can do to help our amazing planet.
It is difficult to write a review for an expedition as plans can go awry mainly due to weather conditions which happened quite frequently but the expedition team & crew dealt with it realy well. it was dissapointing that there was not much wildlife about (some of which I missed) it was fantastic to see the science being carried out and be able to join in. I knew this would not be a standard cruise so no real entertainment but this was made up for by the facsinating lectures on the wildlife and the inuit culture when we went out on the rubber boats (some planned and some unplanned) it was great to move between the icebergs & ice flows and the landings on the beaches, where great care was taken for everyones safety. The food was very high quality except they were not able to keep the plates hot so food ended up being luke warm or cold hence 4 stars instead of five Unfortunately the ship being small the cabins werer allso very small but the public areas made up for that overall a great time & experience
It has been m’y best trip ever. Everything has been just perfect. The Fram is the perfect ship for such a voyage. What made this trip so exceptional was not only that we had very good weather and could admire fantastic wildlife but as well an outstanding expedition team. They always tried to make an experience of every landing and wanted to please every passenger. Very keen on their field of expertise they gave us very interesting lectures while navigating and explanations in the Science center. Kayaking, Camping, Snowshoeing and fantastic cruisings with the zodiacs amongst the ice and wildlife was on the program and successfully led by the team. On the ship the food was outstanding and we had the most friendly and dedicated crew. Waiters and waitresses awaited us 3times a day with a huge smile with personalized service. A Special thanks to Arian, Waldo and Randy! We got to know the captain, very close to the guests, explaining the route and the conditions. On top of that all the passengers have been extremely nice, participating and enthusiastic about the trip. As I said - the best trip ever.
Fully refurbished from bow to stern in 2022, including the 125 cabins and suites, MS Fram’s interiors are bright and airy with a Nordic vibe.
Expedition Suite
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fram and reserve one of our Expedition Suites. Spacious, serviced, and with bed combinations for up to four people, these well-appointed apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and minibars (charges apply). Suites feature double beds and a seating area, some with a sofa bed. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Naturally, the accommodation includes a full range of premium facilities including daily turn-down service and laundry. Complimentary fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant is part of the experience, and a takeaway service means you can enjoy all meals exclusively. Champagne on ice and a platter of delicacies are provided for your enjoyment as you set sail.
Arctic Superior
Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious. These cabins feature a double bed which can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. Some also have a sofa bed. All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.
Polar Outside
Enjoy sea views from our Polar Outside cabins, most of which feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Polar Inside
Our cosy Polar Inside cabins feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Every day of your expedition cruise, your tastebuds will get the opportunity to explore. In each of our onboard restaurants, our skilled chefs create exciting menus using ingredients from the areas we travel.
Huritgruten enrichment activities aimed to compliment your trip. With resident photographers and experienced lecturers on hand to help you make the most of the destinations you visit.
Embarking on MS Fram, you’ll quickly feel safe and relaxed. Surrounding you with quality, natural materials and plenty of light and space, your expedition ship is reassuring, comfortable and built for adventure.
Your ship comes equipped with full suite of facilities to maintain an active lifestyle. From an indoor gym to a wellness center for both body and mind, you’ll find everything you need to feel fully rejuvenated.
No HX Hurtigruten Expedition ships feature children’s playrooms.
