Max Passengers:
130
Ship Type:
Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated By:
Heritage Expeditions
Heritage Discoverer is a purpose-built expedition ship designed for exploring remote regions in comfort, from Antarctica and the Arctic to tropical islands and isolated coastlines. Originally built for expedition cruising and refurbished in 2018, 2023 and 2026, the ship combines proven expedition capability with spacious accommodations and modern onboard facilities. With a Lloyds 1A ice-class rating, she is equipped for polar voyages while remaining versatile enough for warmer destinations.
Carrying a maximum of 130 guests and supported by an Expedition Team of 15, Heritage Discoverer offers an intimate onboard experience with personalized service and flexible shore operations. A fleet of 14 Zodiacs allows access to remote landing sites, coastlines, and wildlife areas that larger vessels cannot easily reach.
The ship features 70 ocean-view accommodations, including spacious suites with private balconies ranging from 37m² to 67m². Public spaces include panoramic observation areas, open viewing decks, inviting lounges, and an Open Bridge policy that allows guests to visit the Bridge throughout the voyage.
Guests can attend expert lectures in the Lecture Theatre, dine in two onboard restaurants, or relax in the Bar and Lounge after excursions. Wellness facilities include a sauna, massage room, fitness center, and two outdoor Jacuzzis with ocean views. Throughout the journey, naturalists, botanists, and historians provide lectures, briefings, and guided excursions that help bring each destination to life.
Cabin Specifications
Heritage Discoverer accommodates up to 130 guests in 70 ocean-view accommodations, ranging from comfortable staterooms to spacious balcony suites between 37m² and 67m². Cabins are designed to maximize natural light and provide a comfortable retreat between excursions.
Features Onboard
Heritage Discoverer combines expedition capability with comfortable onboard facilities for extended voyages in remote regions. Guests can enjoy panoramic observation lounges, open viewing decks, expert lectures in the Lecture Theatre, and access to the Bridge under the ship’s Open Bridge policy. Additional facilities include two restaurants, the Bar and Lounge, wellness center, gym, sauna, massage room, and two outdoor Jacuzzis. A fleet of 14 Zodiacs supports shore landings, wildlife viewing, and guided excursions.
Ship Specifications
- Maximum number of guests: 130
- Ice Class: Lloyds 1A
- Year Built: 1989
- Refurbished: 2018, 2023 & 2026
- Length: 108 metres
- Beam: 16 metres
- Draft: 4.5 metres
- Gross Tonnage: 6,158 GT
- Engines: 3,017 horsepower (x2)
- Cruising Speed: 12.5 knots
- Maximum Speed: 14 knots
- Range: 5,500 nautical miles
- Expedition Team: 15
- Expedition Zodiacs: 14
- Ocean-view staterooms and suites, including balcony suites
- Observation Lounge, Lecture Theatre, wellness center, gym, sauna, massage room, and outdoor Jacuzzis
