Max Passengers:
176
Ship Type:
Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated By:
Quark Expeditions
The World Explorer is an expedition ship which features amenities and guest comforts to maximize your Antarctic exploration trip. Discover the great White Continent and one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth aboard this comfortable and spacious ship, built for expeditions along the waterways of the Antarctic.
Cabin Specifications
The
World Explorer is a modern expedition ship purpose-built to deliver both comfort and adventure while exploring the waterways of Antarctica. Designed with guest experience in mind, this spacious vessel offers refined accommodations that blend contemporary style with functionality. Each suite features either a private balcony or large panoramic windows, allowing guests to enjoy uninterrupted ocean views and the breathtaking polar landscapes from the comfort of their cabin. With exceptional service, thoughtful amenities, and a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, the
World Explorer ensures a seamless and enriching voyage to one of the last great wilderness areas on Earth.
Features Onboard
Aboard the
World Explorer, guests will find a range of inviting spaces and amenities designed for both relaxation and discovery. The
Observation Lounge—a glass-domed retreat on Deck 7—provides a serene setting for admiring sweeping views of the Antarctic scenery, while the
Explorer Lounge on Deck 4 serves as a social hub for special functions, coffee, or tea. The
Lecture Theater accommodates all guests for educational talks, briefings, and film screenings led by the expedition team.
The ship’s
Restaurant offers a warm and elegant dining experience with table service and a rotating menu of gourmet dishes prepared daily. Between excursions, guests can unwind in the
Spa,
Sauna, or
Fitness Center on Deck 7, or take a dip in the large heated outdoor pool flanked by two Jacuzzis. The onboard
Library, also located in the Observation Lounge, provides a curated selection of field guides and reference books for quiet reading.
Practical facilities such as the
Ready Room (Mudroom) on Deck 3 ensure easy transitions between ship and shore during Zodiac excursions, while the
Polar Boutique offers expedition gear, essentials, and souvenirs. From its comfortable lounges to its wellness spaces and panoramic decks, the
World Explorer combines refined comfort with true expedition spirit—making it an exceptional vessel for exploring the White Continent.
Ship Specifications
- Staff & Crew: 125
- Guests: 176
- Length: 413 feet (126 meters)
- Breadth: 62 feet (19 meters)
- Draft: 15 feet (4-7 meters)
- Propulsion: 2x Rolls Royce 9,000 kw hybrid diesel/electric
- Ice Class: 1B
- Cruising speed: 16 knots in open water
- Registered: Portugal
- Lifeboats: 2 fully enclosed
