Max Passengers:
154
Ship Type:
Luxury Expedition Ship
Operated By:
Aurora Expeditions
Named after the legendary Australian geologist and explorer, our new small ship embodies Mawson’s pioneering spirit and is designed for global discovery. Featuring the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW® and purpose-built with enhanced sustainability features, it takes a maximum of 130 adventurers on board our Expeditions, and just 154 on our Small Ship Cruises. All in smooth, quiet comfort. It boasts our most extensive range of staterooms yet, including a range of single staterooms.
While enjoying the luxurious amenities onboard, you can rest assured that our aim to get you off the ship to explore the natural environment as much as possible through our unique activities program remains unchanged. Plus, on board our Small Ship Cruises in the Mediterranean, British Isles and beyond, you’ll enjoy our handcrafted ‘Your Choice’ excursions to immerse you in your destination.
Cabin Specifications
The ship boasts the fleet’s most extensive range of cabins yet, including a range of single and interconnectable cabins, and two cabins which can accommodate a third person, making her ideal for solo travelers, families, and groups. All cabins—with the exception of the single cabins which feature a single bed configuration—boast twin or king bedding, and private bathrooms, and 79% of her cabins also include a private balcony with large floor-to-ceiling glass doors, so the stunning polar landscapes are always in your line of sight.
Features onboard
Lecture Theatre
Join naturalists and local experts for engaging talks on topics from history and culture to biology and climate change—designed to inform, inspire, and connect you more deeply with the destinations visited.
Citizen Science Center & Lounge
Discover more about the natural world with the expedition team in the Citizen Science Center, a hub of learning paired with some of the ship’s best views.
Library, Observation Lounge & Shop
Relax in the library with books, games, or photo editing, or head to the observation lounge on Deck 8 for panoramic wildlife and landscape viewing. The ship’s shop offers maps, gear, apparel, and Aurora Expeditions merchandise.
Gym & Sauna
Stay active in the onboard gym or unwind in the sauna—an ideal retreat after adventurous outings or a Polar Plunge.
Restaurants
Share open-seating meals with fellow travellers, with menus ranging from hearty dishes to afternoon teas, plus 24/7 snacks and drinks. Dinner includes wine, beer, and soft drinks, and the Captain’s Farewell features complimentary beverages, appetisers, and a three-course meal.
Bars & Lounges
The ship’s lounges are warm, social spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows—perfect for swapping stories, wildlife spotting, or enjoying a drink as the sun sets.
Ship specifications
Capacity: 154 passengers on average
Cabins: 86
Decks: 8
Year Built: 2025
Length: 104.4m
Speed: 10-12 Knots
