• Entered service
    2002
  • Tonnage
    15,690
  • Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
    3
  • Number of Decks
    7
  • Number of Elevators
    2
  • Number of Pools
    1
  • Number of Restaurants
    3
  • Number of Crew
    75
  • Refurbished
    2021
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MS Otto Sverdrup

Named after a renowned Norwegian polar explorer and the first Hurtigruten captain to sail from Norway to Svalbard in 1897, MS Otto Sverdrup is a remarkable Hurtigruten ship sailing to some of Norway’s most awe-inspiring destinations. Refurbished in 2020, the Scandinavian-inspired interior is elegant and welcoming, fostering a calm atmosphere where your comfort is the sole focus. Home to several exceptional restaurants, inviting lounge areas, and state-of-the-art wellness facilities, the expertise of the resident Coastal Experience Team completes this quintessential Hurtigruten experience. A technologically-advanced sustainable ship, MS Otto Sverdrup guarantees an unforgettable getaway – one that also makes every effort to lessen the environmental impact of each sailing – to everyone onboard.



Onboard Activities

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Swimming (2)

If you’re looking for a unique way to relish in the remarkable views from this cruise ship’s top deck, the outdoor hot tubs aboard MS Otto Sverdrup are a fantastic option – and when it comes to soaking your muscles after a day of shore excursions.

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Restaurants (2)

If you’re looking for excellent eats, you’ll find them aboard MS Otto Sverdrup. This Hurtigruten ship is home to three sensational restaurants, each one with a menu of flavourful food highlighting local ingredients and cuisines. You’ll find a focus on Scandinavian dishes on this ship, and a mix of casual and formal venues to enjoy it in.

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Alongside the sensational shore excursions, you’ll find entertainment aboard MS Otto Sverdrup in the form of the panoramic lounge, educational presentations from the resident Coastal Experience Team, and intriguing visits to the Activity Centre. All of these enhance the destination-based entertainment, which can range from whale-watching to dog-sledding and more.

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Bars & Lounges (1)

On MS Otto Sverdrup, you can catch up with your fellow explorers at the bar in the panoramic lounge, where you’ll find an abundance of comfortable seating, refreshments, and some sensational views of the scenery surrounding you.

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