Hurtigruten launches new expeditions
In 2002, Hurtigruten launched its first expeditions to Antarctica, shortly followed by Greenland. In 2017, Hurtigruten is expanding its voyage collection further by exploring new, exciting destinations on its fleet of purpose-built expediton ships.
Explore new worlds with Hurtigruten
Hurtigruten has launched brand new routes for 2017-2018, including expedition cruises to the Amazon Rainforest and routes following in the footsteps of the Vikings. In 2017 Hurtigruten’s Arctic program will stretch to Canada's Newfoundland and Labrador, adding to the current roster of Spitsbergen, Iceland and Greenland.
The latest addition to the fleet, MS Spitsbergen is modern and elegantly designed, and offers guests top levels of comfort whilst exploring the untouched beauty of the northern hemisphere. She carries just 200 passengers and voyages will be accompanied by experts in geology, history and ornithology. Spitsbergen will join the company's other superb expediton ships, including Fram and Midnatsol, all of which are equipped to navigate polar waters and remote islands.
Antarctica
Voyages feature exhilarating landings on the wonderful white kingdom of Antarctica to explore the glaciers and unique wildlife of the region, including whales and many types of penguin. Cruise highlights may include visits to the Falkland Islands, Cape Horn, Torres del Paine National Park, the Magellan Strait and the breathtaking Chilean Fjords. Follow in the footsteps of great explorers on a 19-night expedition from Buenos Aires or explore Patagonia, the Chilean fjords and Antarctica on a 18-night voyage from Buenos Aires to Santiago de Chile.
South America
Enjoy the best of South America’s verdant rainforests, stunning coastline and fascinating historic cities. Explore the coastline of Brazil then sail up the Amazon River from Manaus, a fantastic opportunity to really get to know the country with its tropical paradises, stunning nature and rich history. Sail along the stunning west coast of South America, travel through the Panama Canal and experience fascinating archaeological sites and the mysteries of the lost Inca. Explore the South Atlantic islands and experience untouched scenery and wildlife like nowhere else on Earth. With PolarCirkel boats on board, enjoy shore landings in the company of expert guides, journey by canoes and hike on shore. Discover the green coast of Brazil on a 13-night expedition from Montevideo to Fortaleza or explore the Land of the Inca on a 16-night voyage from Valparaiso to San Jose.
Northern Hemisphere
Discover the untouched beauty of some of the most pristine coastal regions in the world. Huge glaciers in Greenland; Icelandic hot springs and the Viking heritage of the Canadian coast – all this and more awaits in the northern hemisphere. Take in the best of the picturesque Norwegian fjords with a professional expedition team or follow in the footsteps of the Vikings to Iceland and Northern Canada, learning more about their history and culture through shore excursions and fascinating on-board lectures. On Newfoundland and Labrador voyages expert lecturers will cover topics such as history, zoology, botany and environmental science, while expedition teams will lead excursions to isolated places, some accessible only by Zodiacs.