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Why we like the Ocean Atlantic

  • Choice of 6 cabins and suite categories with entry level pricing
  • Observation decks for spotting wildlife and enjoying the ever-changing polar landscape
  • Chef-prepared meals (all meals and daily snacks included); dining room with unreserved seating
  • Zodiac cruising (included); hiking & snowshoeing (included); optional kayaking (additional charge)
  • Comfortable lounge area for reading or relaxing with a cup of coffee
  • Polar library stocked with a large collection of polar books, and games
  • Gym, lecture theatre, and polar boutique

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Trips aboard Ocean Atlantic

This might be a short trip but it packs a huge amount in. Sail among the ice of Disko Bay and spot humpbacks hunting herring; trek to the look out over Jakoshavn Glacier; explore the settlements of Sisimiut and Itilleq…

  • 8 Days
  • $3,290

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Viking Greenland

Sail from Reykjavik to the East Greenland coast and follow the route of Eric the Red as you sail around the southern coast exploring fjords, small towns and viking remains with specialist guides. The journey will take you all the…

  • 11 Days
  • $4,950

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This well balanced and well priced expedition is a fantastic introduction to the Arctic. You will take in many of the major sites of Spitsbergen Island, in a recently refurbished vessel, with huge amounts of deck space from where you…

  • 8 Days
  • $4,290

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Explore Svalbard and sail north to find the pack ice where bears spend the summer months hunting. Cruise the ice edge before heading south along the east coast of Greenland where Scoresbysund awaits, whales swim among the ice and small…

  • 11 Days
  • $4,990

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A strong and comfortable expedition ship

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Main lounge

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Restaurant

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Main dining room

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Gym

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Sauna

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Main theatre

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Dining onboard

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Main theatre

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Mudroom

Cabin Categories

Captain's Suite

  • Located on the Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5)
  • Size 35 m2
  • 2 rooms
  • Large double bed or twin beds and windows
  • Private bathroom with shower, a TV, and a living room with sofa

Suite (Category A)

  • Located on the Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5)
  • Size 19-24 m2
  • Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, private bathroom and windows

Junior Suite (Category B)

  • Located on the Magellan and Hudson Deck (Deck 7 & 8)
  • Size 20-23 m2
  • Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, private bathroom and windows
  • Partly obstructed view

Superior (Category C)

  • Located on the Columbus and Marco Polo Deck (Deck 4 & 5)
  • Size 12-13 m2
  • This Standard Cabin has two single beds, private bathroom, and a window

Standard (Category D)

  • Located on the Columbus Deck (Deck 4)
  • Size 11-12 m2
  • Featuring two single beds, private bathroom, and a porthole

Premier (Category E)

  • Located on Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5)
  • Size 18-21 m2
  • Large inside cabin, featuring a double or two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, and a bathroom with a bathtub

Triple (Category F)

  • Located on Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5)
  • Size 18-21 m2
  • Large inside triple cabin, featuring a double or two single beds, and a fold-out single bed, a relaxing sitting area, and a bathroom

Single Porthole (Category G)

  • Located on Colombus Deck (Deck 4)
  • Size 9-10 m2
  • These dedicated single cabins have a single bed, private bathroom and a porthole

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Single cabin, Ocean Atlantic

Deck Plan

Ocean Atlantic deck plan

Onboard Communications & Facilities

If you wish to stay in touch, even in the Arctic, you can choose from the options below:

  • WiFi: you can connect your personal device from anywhere on the ship at an additional cost
  • Satellite phone: available for personal phone calls at an additional cost

Please note that this is only for light data traffic. The prices for these services vary from season to season due to our provider's pricing strategy.

Other facilities include:

  • Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets
  • Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
  • Laundry service (additional cost)

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