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  • Hurtigruten Expeditions more than doubles Galápagos offering


    Hurtigruten Expeditions is significantly expanding its Galápagos offerings. From 2023, the world leader in exploration travel will add three new, year-round itineraries.


    Hurtigruten Expeditions' inaugural Galápagos expedition cruise departs on January 7, 2022, but the company has already revealed an additional three new itineraries available for 2023 and 2024.
    Guests will be a

  • Hurtigruten Expeditions launches more West African and South American expedition cruises


    Hurtigruten Expeditions launches even more West African expedition cruises for 2023/24 – including one of the least visited destinations and national parks on the planet. More off-the-beaten-track exploration of South America and more North American National Parks are also among the news.
    Hurtigruten Expeditions – the world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line – has rapidly expande

  • In pictures: Expedition cruising returns to Antarctica

    For the first time in two years adventurous guests are again exploring Antarctica. “We are thrilled to share this long-awaited return with our guests”, said industry leader Hurtigruten Expeditions CEO Asta Lassesen.

  • The silent future of tourism: Hurtigruten Svalbard partners with Volvo Penta to test hybrid vessel

    Hurtigruten Svalbard has teamed up with Volvo Penta to test a new hybrid vessel that will allow guests to experience the wonders of the Arctic archipelago without disturbing the habitat around them.
    The near-silent, Marell M15 cruiser called ‘Kvitbjørn’ (polar bear in English) will allow for fully electric operation in the environmentally sensitive waters around Svalbard, which is hugely popula

  • Hurtigruten Expeditions Launches Black Friday Deals with up to 50% off Antarctica, Alaska, Galápagos, Iceland, and Norway

    The ultimate bucket list sale of the year is finally here
    Seattle, WA (November 22, 2021) – Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world leader in exploration travel, is offering almost all of its exciting destinations – ranging from Alaska and Antarctica to the Galápagos and West Africa – with Black Friday offerings of up to 50% off. The incredible rates are available through travel agents between Novem

  • Hurtigruten Expeditions Donates to Alaska Wilderness League and Galápagos Conservancy to Protect Local Wildlife

    Seattle, WA (November 18, 2021) – Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world leader in exploration travel, will donate 1% of all North American bookings made in November and December for Alaska and the Galápagos to Alaska Wilderness League and Galápagos Conservancy, respectively, through its Hurtigruten Foundation.
    Galápagos and Alaska are some of the latest additions to Hurtigruten Expeditions’ growin

  • First preview reveals record-breaking Hurtigruten Expeditions 2023/2024 season

    Deeper exploration of Antarctica, more ships in Canada’s Northwest Passage, off-the-beaten-track Alaska, more adventures in the cradle of expedition cruising, larger expedition teams and more activities. Here are the first details of Hurtigruten Expeditions’ 2023/24 expedition cruises.
    Hurtigruten Expeditions – the world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line – has rapidly expanded the gl

  • Hurtigruten Expeditions' MS Fridtjof Nansen rated the world’s most sustainable cruise ship

    Hurtigruten Expeditions’ battery-hybrid powered MS Fridtjof Nansen has been named the safest and most sustainable cruise ship in the world.
    Scope ESG Analysis, the leading European provider of ESG analysis, has done the first in-depth assessment of 400 cruise ships focusing on a combination of safety and sustainability.
    On top of the list: Hurtigruten Expeditions’ battery-hybrid powered expe

  • Remote communities encouraged to apply for funding through Hurtigruten Foundation

    Deadline for 2021 application submissions is November 1st.
    Communities along coastal areas and remote destinations, where leading adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group explores, are encouraged to apply for funding through the Hurtigruten Foundation.
    Hurtigruten Foundation aims to create a lasting, positive impact in the remote places Hurtigruten Group operates by empowering guests to en

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