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Login Named after the first ship to cross the Arctic Northeast Passage, SH Vega was designed to journey to faraway places and remote polar regions in style and comfort. This 5-star expedition ship incorporates elegant Scandi-design with the latest in cruising technology, and has a PC5 ice-strengthened hull, and extra-large stabilizers, to make your journey as smooth as possible.
Built in Finland’s famous Helsinki Shipyard, SH Vega was made for wonderful cruising experiences. Welcoming spaces to relax on board, unobstructed views throughout the ship, and world-class restaurants, staterooms and amenities mean sailing on SH Vega is always a pleasure.
I went on Swan Hellenic Vega 10-day cruise around Svalbard on June 29 to July 8. It was a spectacular trip, and I highly recommended the trip. The expedite team is great, particularly the team leader Mariam, and Emil, Martin, Jason, Q, Martin, Lucas, and other teams. The captain is wonderful, and the hotel staff are super helpful. The ship is first class. They even gave out HH parka and a really nice dry bag. It was the best value for money polar cruise I have ever been on. They managed to take us to North 80 degree, and we saw polar bears on floating ice, and cruised through the ice and on top of the ice! We saw multiple polar bears, large groups of walrus on land and playing in water up close, including babies; over 120,000 Bruennichs guillemots; beluga whale, bowhead whale, and Minke whale; seals; reindeer, and puffins. We were also impressed by the massive and spectacular Brasvellbreen glacier, with a series of waterfalls. The most important I would like to highlight is that we really want to kayak in Arctic, but in the last day, my friend and myself were the only two to sign up. Mariam kindly gave us an exception, with the help of Marin and Lucas, we thoroughly enjoyed the quiet and peaceful magical moment to kayak in Arctic close to glaciers, with only sound of ice cracking and glacier calving — a dream came true! Thank you very much for this lifetime memorable trip!
An amazing cruise with Swan Hellenic on the SH Vega. A world class small expedition ship with absolutely everything we could have wished for. The staff were outstanding. A special mention to our room assistant Erson who kept our lovely cabin clean and tidy and was a really friendly presence. We highly recommend him highly. Randy our waiter was always on point. He's a super friendly guy with impeccable skills. He's a native of sth philly, an excellent waiter and an all round top guy. He was a step ahead of each of our dining requests. Nina was an excellent wine sommelier. She was friendly and knowledgeable and took great care of us. Big ups to Randy and his bar team.. great service, always up for a chat and kept the energy up. Anna and Roselle also looked after us on the restaurant floor the whole time. Kartik and Gordon have great teams in the restaurant and hotel side of operations. they are friendly, approachable and you can see they really care for the welfare of their staff. Dr Laura Hobbs as the guest lecturer was an excellent addition. Her science was easy to understand and you can tell she really cares about what she does. Her buckets were a source of science genius. A massive thank you to the experienced expedition team. Big shout outs to Mike for his skills driving the zodiac, keeping us well informed and pointing out all the things we needed to see. Mark and Vilma and Emil all ensured we had a great time and learnt a lot whilst keeping us safe. The rest of the team were also great. The lectures, zodiac trips and landings were all extremely well done. The SH Vega is an amazing, comfortable and stable ship. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend SH to all my friends and family. The trip was better than expected and I look forward to travelling with SH again asap..
The crew of the Vega is extraordinary in every way. We had some challenging seas and ice flows that could have been unnerving if not for the constant communication from the Captain. The itinerary was interesting and due to the ice challenges, we rerouted for safety and to find calmer ports. We were happy with how the expedition team handled all the changes. The educators were interesting and open to discussion from the crowd. The ship is beautiful. My only thought, because we like a bit more anonymity, is the closeness of the crew and guests. Due to only 89 passengers, there was no where to go without visiting. Wonderful people but a larger ship would suit us better. This isn’t a complaint at all. Swan is a great company with the best crew. We enjoyed every moment of this cruise and can now brag about 2 days of 18’ swells!
The cruise around the Chilean Fjords was beautiful, exciting and adventurous. Everyday brought a new excursion experience either kayaking or on the Zodiac inflatables. The Patagonian Fjord scenery is a must see experience. The expedition team were knowledgable and confident and helped to make all the experiences very enjoyable. The SH Vega is a luxurious ship capable of carrying 150 passengers. On our trip we had 77 passengers from all over the world, who very quickly found that they had similar interests, which meant that by the end of the cruise you had chatted to everyone. The crew keep the ship spotless during the voyage and there are always snacks available. The quality of the food was first class and the service in the restaurant was excellent. One night the Captain joined our table of 14 for dinner , which was a special treat. Every night the guest sommelier introduced the Chilean wines of the day, which could be sampled at Dinner. Don't miss this bucket list experience!
We were aboard for the entire month of March, continuing onto The Chilean Fjords after Antarctica. This is our third time on SH Vega, and she does not disappoint. A well appointed ship, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It is an expedition ship and is equipped with zodiacs and kayaks. Guests are not expected to dress up (although no shorts etc at dinner) and the atmosphere is relaxed and really friendly. Service is excellent, and it is easy to build a rapport with staff. There is always food available, either in the dining room or the Club Lounge. Three breakfast times, early and late plus a traditional time. Soup is available at 11 am with lunch in both areas at 12.30. A full buffet in the dining room and a lighter offering upstairs. Afternoon tea is served and there is always a supply of fruit and home baked cookies. Also self serve tea, coffee and hot chocolate is in addition to the supplies in the cabin. You will never be hungry. The ship is spotlessly clean with constant cleaning of handrails etc to keep bacteria under control. Hand washing stations are at restaurant entrances in addition to gel dispensers. The ship is very capable in stormy weather with oversized stabilisers and she is is an ice breaker. The expedition crew work tirelessly to ensure you have a great time, keeping you busy with zodiac cruising, landings and activities and lectures. Overall, a fantastic experience with a great company.
A Welcoming Retreat
Head off on a Swan Hellenic voyage and you’ll be traveling in first-class style. Your cosy en-suite stateroom is a spacious sanctuary, where sophisticated design and intuitive technology blend with the natural world to create modern 5-star comfort. With softwood fittings, and earthy tones and textures, it’s the perfect place to relax and recharge.
Travel In Style
The stylish and contemporary Scandi-design decor of your stateroom is on a par with the world’s best boutique hotels, and comes complete with a wardrobe, desk, comfy seating areas and plenty of storage. And wherever your voyage takes you, large windows or floor-to-ceiling balcony doors mean you’ll always be able to admire the ever-changing scenery.
Created For Comfort
We know how important comfort is when you’re relaxing in your room. So expect individually-controlled air-conditioning, superb beds, minimum noise and vibration, and interconnecting suite and balcony rooms for families and groups.
When it comes to dining on your expedition cruise, our ships have a variety of welcoming venues.
From the gourmet offerings of the Swan Restaurant, and the Pool Bar & Grill’s delicious dishes, to the relaxed tapas-style dining of the Club Lounge, you’ll find exquisite cuisine, skillfully prepared by top chefs. Plus, our carefully curated in-room menu offers a relaxing dining experience in the comfort of your own stateroom.
Crafted Menus
Our menus please the most discerning palates, showcasing healthy, fresh, local ingredients. We cater to most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and diabetic, as well as gluten-free options.
As well as taking you to unusual, off-the-beaten-track destinations, Swan Hellenic offers the company of like-minded people, and acclaimed experts, who give eye-opening lectures, and are on hand to chat throughout your voyage.
Our onboard experts are renowned in their fields and bring unparalleled knowledge to your adventures. Each moment with us is enriched by real insights into the peoples, cultures, wildlife, flora, geology and geography of each amazing place we visit. Wherever you choose to go, sailing with Swan Hellenic is a voyage of discovery, which is what makes us the first choice of adventurous minds worldwide.
We know how important outdoor space is, so our spacious, relaxing public spaces provide wide open, unobstructed views throughout the ship. The destination will always be in view.
Take time to indulge and invigorate your senses…
Please note: there are no dedicated children's facilities on board.
