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World Explorer

Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy—these attributes and more describe World Explorer. Not only is it among one of the fastest ships, but it is also one of the finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodations.

The personal space is exceptional. Every suite has either a private walk-out or French balcony for direct ocean views. World Explorer also delivers plenty of public areas to unwind in after a day outdoors, including the glass-domed Observation Lounge for quiet contemplation and full skyline views, the Explorer Lounge for a drink and a chat, and the library for more intimate relaxing and reading. Presentations and discussions are facilitated in a dedicated lecture theatre.

Health and wellness facilities feature an outdoor track, a small gym and a sauna, plus a spa with change rooms, showers and lockers. For the active adventurers, add-ons include kayaking, camping and stand-up paddleboarding.

Ship Specifications  

Maximum Number of guests: 172 (140 on Antarctic Express itineraries)

Staff & Crew: 125 

Ice Class: 1B

Cruising Speed: 16 Knots in open water

Year Launched: 2019

Length: 413 feet (126 meters)

Minimum age for adventure options: 16 years old

Height & Weight Requirement for children: must weight a minimum of 64lbs or 29kg and be 48″ or 1.2 m. tall

Cabins & Deck Plan

World Explorer - Owners Suite

Owner’s Suite

A large two room suite with a bedroom, separate sitting area and a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony, accessible from both rooms. The sitting area features a sofa, refrigerator, TV and state of the art “infotainment” system. The private bathroom has a shower, dual vanity, and bathtub.

355 sq ft. (33 m2)

1-2

1 double or 2 single

World Explorer - Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suites are equipped with a bedroom, separate sitting area, a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony and a private bathroom with shower. The sitting area features a sofa, double closets, refrigerator, TV and state of the art “infotainment” system. There are just 2 Deluxe Suites onboard World Explorer.

334 sq ft. (31 m2)

1-2

1 double or 2 single

World Explorer - Superior Suite

Superior Suite

The four Superior Suites feature a bedroom, separate sitting area, 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony and private bathroom with a shower. The sitting area are equipped with a sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system.

278 sq ft. (26 m2)

1-2

1 double or 2 single

World Explorer - Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite

The most abundant cabin category on World Explorer. Veranda Suites feature a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony, sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.

215 sq ft. (20 m2)

1-2

1 double or 2 single

World Explorer - Infinity Suite

Infinity Suite

Infinity Suites are located in the aft on decks 5 & 6 and feature a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony, a sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.

270 sq ft. (25 m2)

1-2

1 double or 2 single

Triple Suite

For a small group of 3 traveling together or solo travelers looking to share a cabin with other passengers of the same gender. Cabins feature a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony, separate combo sitting area/bedroom with a sofa bed and additional closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.

242 sq ft. (22.5 m2)

3

1 double or 2 single + sofa bed

Trips and Rates

Voyage Season: Oct 2025 – Mar 2026 April – September 2026 Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 Oct 2027 – Mar 2028
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Single Travelers:

  • Can book into a share cabin in the following categories: Triple, Infinity Suite & Veranda Suite
  • Can book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.7x the per person share price in Infinity & Veranda Suites and 2x the per person price for all higher categories

Adventure Options:

  • Kayaking (full program, multiple paddles): $1,995/person – requires experience
  • Paddling (one-time): $395/person
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding: $295/person
  • Camping: $495/person
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Discounted Per Person Price$11,876$13,946$13,946$18,176$19,526$20,966
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Discounted Per Person Price$11,585$13,675$13,675$17,760$19,090$20,420
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Discounted Per Person Price$19,037$22,397$22,397$29,117$31,357$33,597
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Discounted Per Person Price$12,556$14,796$14,796$19,196$20,716$22,156
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Discounted Per Person Price$13,341$15,721$15,721$20,396$22,011$23,541
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Discounted Per Person Price$12,146$14,246$14,246$18,521$19,946$21,371
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Discounted Per Person Price$14,396$16,956$16,956$21,996$23,676$25,356
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Discounted Per Person Price$15,196$17,836$17,836$23,196$24,956$26,796
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Discounted Per Person Price$13,436$15,756$15,756$20,476$22,076$23,596
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Discounted Per Person Price$11,471$13,496$13,496$17,546$18,896$20,246
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Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.

Solo Travelers

An expedition cruise to the Polar regions is a fantastic trip for solo travelers. On most ships, there is the option to share a cabin with another guest of the same gender to keep the pricing down. Solo occupancy cabins are also an option for guests who prefer to have their own space. Please reach out for more information and pricing for solo travelers.

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