Max Passengers:
140
Ship Type:
Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated By:
Heritage Expeditions
The
Heritage Adventurer is a legendary expedition vessel often hailed as the
“Grande Dame of Expedition Cruising.” Built in 1991 at Finland’s Rauma shipyard, she was purpose-designed for polar exploration and remains one of the most accomplished adventure ships at sea. With a rich history of record-breaking voyages, she continues to set the standard for authentic expedition travel.
Cabin Specifications
Originally built for 184 guests, the ship now carries just
140 passengers, ensuring greater space, comfort, and personalized service. Her refined design balances classic expedition character with stylish interiors. A fleet of
14 Zodiacs allows every guest to take part in immersive landings and close-up explorations.
Features onboard
As the flagship of Heritage Expeditions, Heritage Adventurer embodies the company’s philosophy of
personalized, experiential expedition cruising. With her unique blend of history, capability, and comfort, she offers travelers the perfect platform for unforgettable journeys to the world’s most remote and pristine regions.
Carrying the highest passenger ship ice-class rating (
1A Super), Heritage Adventurer has achieved numerous feats, including the most northern and southern Arctic and Antarctic navigations, as well as pioneering both the Northwest and Northeast Passages. This remarkable legacy makes her ideally suited for
Heritage Expeditions’ signature exploratory journeys.
Ship specifications
- Year Built: 1991
- Shipyard: Rauma, Finland
- Classification: Lloyds 1AS, GL E4
- Accommodation: 140 guests
- Length: 124 metres
- Beam: 18 metres
- Draft: 4.97 metres
- Gross Tonnage : 8,378gt
- Engines: 3,940 horsepower (x2)
- Maximum Speed: 15 knots
- Cruising Speed: 12 knots
- Range: 8,600 nautical miles
- Zodiacs: 14
