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MS Nordkapp

MS Nordkapp is named after the northernmost point on mainland Europe: North Cape (71ºN) - one of the geographical highpoints you can visit on a Hurtigruten voyage.

Specifications

MS Nordkapp

  • Year built

    1996

  • Ship yard

    Kværner Kleven (N)

  • Beds

    480

  • Length

    123.3 m

  • Speed

    18 knots

  • Year of refurbishment

    2016

  • Capacity

    590

  • Gross tonnage

    11,386

  • Beam

    19.5 m

MS Nordkapp was refurbished in 2016 and now features a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, a Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. We also have a cosy bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink. The ship additionally has a large compass area with reception, a tour guide, conference room and shop. 

MS Nordkapp was christened by Norway´s Queen Sonja in 1996 and her maiden voyage was to the Shetland Islands. The ship started sailing the Norwegian coast in April 1996. Since 2007, the vessel has been part of Hurtigruten´s fleet of ships dedicated to sailing the Norwegian coastline.

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Restaurants on board

Each of the ship’s restaurants is a different dining experience, but all promise our Norway’s Coastal Kitchen concept of local ingredients from local suppliers.

  • Torget restaurant on board The Coastal Express

    Torget

    Meaning ‘marketplace’ in Norwegian, the main restaurant offers a variety for all three daily meals, which are a combination of buffets and set menus.

  • A burger at Brygga restaurant on board The Coastal Express

    Brygga

    The name of this bistro is the Norwegian word for ‘wharf’. It serves salads, pizzas, and other crowd-pleasers with a Nordic twist.

  • Kysten restaurant on board The Coastal Express

    Kysten

    Dine in style at ‘The Coast’, our à la carte option. You’ll savour exquisite dishes crafted by our most skilled chefs, using the finest ingredients the Norwegian coast has to offer.

Your Coastal Experience Team

The Coastal Experience Team will be by your side as part of your voyage with us, sharing stories and insights about Norway’s culture, nature, and history.

  • Lecture on board a ship in Norway

    Knowing Norway

    Each member of the team has a range of specialised topics in their repertoire, ready to share with you in lectures and presentations on board, on deck, and ashore.

  • Coastal Experience Team MS Trollfjord HGR 163298 Espen Mills

    Meet your team

    Talk to the team to sign up to available seasonal excursions or to join them on invigorating hikes to secret scenic spots in several of the ports we call at.

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    For the kids

    Children between the ages of 6-13 years can join our complimentary Young Explorer activity programme on selected ships throughout July and August.

Your home at sea

Welcome aboard. Here is where time slows down. Where you can enjoy a casual and cosy ambience, inspired by the Nordic concept of koselig.

  • Cocktails at the Explorer Bar & Lounge

    Explorer Lounge & Bar

    This is the perfect place on the ship to go to nestle into a comfy chair, sip a handcrafted cocktail, chat to fellow guests, and watch the world go by.

  • Sauna on board Otto Sverdrup, Hurtigruten

    Sauna and fitness room

    Keep active in the fitness room before enjoying a soothing steam in the sauna.

  • Northern Lights above a hot tub on deck on a Hurtigruten cruise in Norway

    Outdoor hot tubs

    Soak in the bubbles of the ship’s two outdoor hot tubs, while admiring views of the coast.

Cabins

Expedition Suite

Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and most with double beds. Some suites have more facilities than others.

An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.

Suite

These elegant, refurbished suites are situated on the upper deck. They feature a separate bedroom, double bed, sofa in the sitting area that can be made into a double bed, free Wi-Fi, TV, hair dryer, bathrobes, blanket, and coffee and tea facilities.

Cabin code: M4

  • 28 - 30 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Mini suite for 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished suites for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, two chairs in a sitting area, free Wi-Fi, TV, hair dryer, bathrobes, blanket, and coffee and tea facilities.

Cabin code: Q2

  • 15 - 20 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Mini suite for up to 4 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished suites for up to four people on the upper deck have a double bed, sofa in the sitting area that can be made into a double bed, free Wi-Fi, TV, hair dryer, bathrobes, blanket, and coffee and tea facilities.

Cabin code: Q4

  • 15 - 20 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Arctic Superior

Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, these suites have double beds, a TV, bathrooms with shower and WC, and tea and coffee-making facilities. All cabins have individual specifications.

Upper deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a double bed, TV, one chair and small desk, and coffee and tea facilities.

Cabin code: U2D

  • 11 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Upper deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, TV, one chair and a small desk, and coffee and tea facilities.

Cabin code: P2D

  • 11 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Polar Outside

Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separated single beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. A few of the cabins have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.

Upper deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have double beds, a TV, a chair and small desk. The cabins have limited or no view.

Cabin code: J2D

  • 11 m2
  • Double bed
  • No Window
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Upper deck for up to 3 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to three people on the upper decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, bunk beds and a TV. The cabins have limited or no view.

Cabin code: J3

  • 9 m2
  • Bunk beds
  • No Window
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Lower deck for 2 travellers

These are comfortable outside cabins, situated on lower decks. They have separate beds, where one of the beds can be turned into a sofa. These are cabins with portholes, some with limited or no view.

Cabin code: L2

  • 11 - 26 m2
  • Twin beds
  • Porthole
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Lower deck for 2 travellers

These are comfortable outside cabins, situated on lower decks. They have separate beds, where one of the beds can be turned into a sofa. These are cabins with portholes, some with limited or no view.

Cabin code: L2D

  • 11 - 26 m2
  • Double bed
  • Porthole
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Middle deck for 2 travellers

These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separated single beds, one chair and a desk, and a hairdryer.

Cabin code: N2

  • 8 - 12 m2
  • One bed & One couch
  • Window
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Middle deck for 2 travellers

These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separated single beds, one chair and a desk, and a hairdryer.

Cabin code: N2D

  • 8 - 12 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Middle deck for up to 3 travellers

These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate single beds, bunk beds, one chair and desk, and a hairdryer.

Cabin code: N3

  • 11 m2
  • Bunk beds
  • Window
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Middle deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle/lower decks have bathroom with shower/WC and doble beds.

Cabin code: O2D

  • 8 - 11 m2
  • Double bed
  • Window
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Upper deck for up to 3 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished cabins for up to three people on the upper decks have single beds, bunk beds, and a TV.

Cabin code: O3

  • 9 m2
  • Bunk beds
  • Window
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Wheelchair accessible cabin for 2 travellers

Wheelchair accessible rooms for up to two people with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed, as well as one chair, a table, desk and hairdryer. (We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)

Cabin code: SD

  • 16 - 17 m2
  • Twin beds
  • Window
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Polar Inside

Our cosy Polar Inside cabins can be found on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds where one doubles as a sofa, while some are equipped with upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.

Lower deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate single beds, one of which converts into a sofa, plus one chair and desk.

Cabin code: I2

  • 8 - 11 m2
  • Twin beds
  • No Window
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Upper deck for up to 3 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished standard inside cabins for up to three people on the upper deck have separate single beds, one of which converts into a sofa, bunk beds, and a TV.

Cabin code: K3

  • 9 m2
  • One bed & One couch
  • No Window
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Decks

Explore our decks

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Phone: +47 9758 1000

Email: [email protected]

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Vehicles onboard MS Nordkapp must fit the following dimensions:

  • Max Length: 6.5 m/21.3 ft

  • Max Width: 2.45 m/8 ft

  • Max Height: 2.3 m/7.5 ft

  • Max Weight: 5000 kg/11,023 lbs

Campervans, minivans and trailers cannot be accepted. For safety reasons, we cannot take cars that use LPG or CNG gas on board. This applies even if the tank is empty.

For more information on bringing your vehicle on board, please see our FAQs.