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3 Reasons for a an Expedition on the HANSEATIC nature

  • A small expedition ship offering five-star comfort and Polar Class PC6 certification for deep voyages into the icy wilderness of the polar regions.
  • Spectacular itineraries aboard a vessel designed with deep respect for nature and wildlife in both the Arctic and Antarctic.
  • Travel in an intimate setting among like-minded explorers, with a personal atmosphere and a maximum of 230 passengers (199 in Antarctica).

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Passengers: 230
Crew Members: 175
Language on Board: German
Construction Year: 2019
Length: 138.77 M
Max Antarctica Passengers: 199
Expedition Crew: 17
Restaurants: 3
Ice Class: PC6
Width: 22.29 M

What Awaits You on an Expedition on the HANSEATIC nature

German-Speaking Expedition Cruise

HANSEATIC nature by Hapag-Lloyd is an expedition ship designed for Antarctic exploration, featuring an experienced German-speaking expedition team and German as the onboard language. You’ll see more, understand more, and gain deeper insight thanks to expert lectures, guided excursions, and conversations both onboard and ashore.

Adventure with Five-Star Comfort

You’ll travel in an intimate atmosphere aboard a five-star expedition ship offering full board and all Antarctic landings already included in the fare. Cabins and suites are spacious and thoughtfully designed. Built to Polar Class PC6 standards, the ship is well suited for polar adventure. A complete travel package with round-trip arrangements from Germany is available — something only very few international operators offer.

Landings Included

You’ll explore Antarctica on a small ship committed to respecting nature, wildlife, and the fragile ecosystem of the White Continent. Shore landings and Zodiac excursions with the expedition team are already included. Expect towering icebergs, playful penguins, and encounters with some of the most remote and untouched places on Earth.

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Cabins and Suites on the HANSEATIC nature

All 120 cabins and suites on HANSEATIC nature are designed to five-star standards, featuring a comfortable, nature-inspired interior style.
Grand Suite71 M2
Junior Suite42 M2
Balcony Cabin27 M2
French Balcony Cabin21 M2
Panoramic Cabin21 M2
Outside Cabin22 M2
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Grand Suite

  • 71 m² Grand Suite on decks 6 and 7.
  • Private veranda measuring approx. 16 m² with radiant heaters.
  • Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.
  • Separate sleeping and living areas with a dining table.
  • Daylight bathroom with two sinks, freestanding bathtub with window view, rain shower, two sinks, and balcony access.
  • Steam sauna in the shower area, heated wall in the bathroom, and separate toilet.
  • Complimentary minibar with a selection of spirits and coffee machine.
  • Table reservation in the main restaurant on request.
  • Butler service and 24-hour cabin service.
  • Free choice of Zodiac group.
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Junior Suite

  • 42 m² Junior Suite on decks 6 and 7.
  • Private balcony approx. 6 m² with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.
  • Separate living and sleeping areas with a dining table and 24-hour cabin service.
  • Flat-screen TV in the bedroom and living room.
  • Heated wall in the bathroom, two sinks, rain shower, and steam sauna in the shower area.
  • Separate toilet.
  • Complimentary minibar with a selection of spirits and coffee machine.
  • Table reservation in the main restaurant upon request.
  • Butler service.
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Balcony Cabin

  • 27 m² balcony cabin on decks 5, 6, and 7.
  • Balcony approx. 5 m² with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.
  • Double bed or two single beds.
  • Heated wall in the bathroom and rain shower.
  • Complimentary minibar (non-alcoholic beverages) and coffee machine.
  • Sitting area, desk, and armchair.
  • 24-hour cabin service.
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French Balcony Cabin

  • 21/23 m² French balcony cabin on decks 6 and 7.
  • French balcony and floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.
  • Double bed or two single beds.
  • Heated wall in the bathroom and rain shower.
  • Complimentary minibar (non-alcoholic beverages) and coffee machine.
  • Sitting area, desk, and armchair.
  • 24-hour cabin service.
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Panoramic Cabin

  • 21 m² Panorama Cabin on Deck 5. Cabin 404 on Deck 4 is wheelchair accessible.
  • Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.
  • Double bed or two single beds.
  • Heated wall in the bathroom and rain shower.
  • Complimentary minibar (non-alcoholic beverages) and coffee machine.
  • Sitting area, desk, and armchair.
  • 24-hour cabin service.
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Outside Cabin

  • 22 m² outside cabin on decks 4, 5, and 6.
  • Double bed or two single beds.
  • Heated wall in the bathroom and rain shower.
  • Complimentary minibar (non-alcoholic beverages) and coffee machine.
  • Sitting area, desk, and armchair.
  • Large windows.
  • 24-hour cabin service.
HANSEATIC nature is the most luxurious expedition ship with German as the onboard language in both the Arctic and Antarctica. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about the ship or available itineraries.
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Itineraries of the HANSEATIC nature in Antarctica

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Frequently Asked Questions about HANSEATIC nature

HANSEATIC nature is the first of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ three next-generation expedition ships from Hamburg, launched in 2019. Together with her identical sister ships — HANSEATIC spirit (2021) and HANSEATIC inspiration (2019) — she sails to some of the most remote destinations in the polar regions.

Design and Comfort:

• All 120 spacious cabins and suites offer ocean views, with a large number featuring private balconies. Cabins can be booked with either a double bed or two single beds.
• A maximum of 199 guests travel on each Antarctic departure, ensuring a more personal and comfortable experience. As only 100 guests may go ashore at any one time in Antarctica, this allows an excellent balance of shore landings, Zodiac excursions, and other activities during the voyage.
• A highlight onboard are the two extendable glass observation platforms, each 10 meters long and 2 meters wide.
• Guests enjoy open seating during the day across three restaurants: the main restaurant with 178 seats serving meals from morning to evening, the specialty restaurant “Hamptons” with 44 seats, and the Lido buffet restaurant with 84 indoor seats and around 100 outdoor seats.

Technical Specifications:

• All voyages aboard HANSEATIC nature are 100% free of heavy fuel oil. The ship features a responsible waste-management and water-treatment system.
• Thanks to her high Polar Class PC6 rating, the ship can reach areas of Antarctica where many other vessels must turn back.
• The advanced propulsion system enables a speed of up to 16 knots, which means less time sailing and more time ashore exploring.
• A built-in SCR catalytic converter reduces NOx emissions by nearly 95%.

Onboard Experience:

• Full board dining in the main restaurant HANSEATIC, the specialty restaurant l’Esprit offering French cuisine, and the Lido restaurant with outdoor seating.
• A 180° Observation Lounge and the HanseAtrium bar — ideal for a drink, afternoon tea, or a glass of wine with sweeping views of the ice.
• Relaxation at the Ocean Spa, featuring a Finnish sauna with sea views, steam room, massage rooms, ice fountain, hair salon, beauty treatments, and a quiet room overlooking the ocean.
• A 100 m² sports club with fitness programs, equipment, and group classes.
• Expansive open-air decks, including the forward walkway, offering excellent vantage points for wildlife and ice formations.
• Learning and exploration in the Ocean Academy knowledge studio.
• Expert lectures and presentations from the expedition team held in the HanseAtrium.

Expedition Team:

• A highly experienced German-speaking expedition team leads lectures, Zodiac cruises, and shore landings.
• Optional sea kayaking is available on selected itineraries.
• Approximately 16 expedition experts accompany each Antarctic departure.

Expedition Equipment:

• 17 onboard Zodiacs for shore landings, trips to penguin colonies, iceberg cruising, whale watching, and general exploration.
• A dedicated marina platform provides comfortable access for Zodiac excursions.
• Full expedition gear for shore landings.
• Complimentary loan of rubber boots and a parka for Zodiac excursions and shore landings.

  • Passengers: maximum of 199 in Antarctica
  • Year built: 2019
  • Crew: approximately 175 crew members in Antarctica
  • Expedition team: around 16 specialists in Antarctica
  • Ice class: PC6, capable of navigating through ice up to 90 cm thick
  • Dimensions: length 139 m, width 22 m
  • Decks: 9
  • Speed: 16 knots
  • Stabilizers: yes
  • Expedition equipment: Zodiacs, sea kayaks, and full gear for shore landings

Included:

• Antarctic voyage in a five-star cabin or suite aboard HANSEATIC nature
• Domestic arrival package: for departures from Ushuaia, an Economy Class flight from Buenos Aires to the ship in Ushuaia — including necessary transfers and luggage handling — is typically included
• Champagne welcome in your cabin or suite
• All shore landings and Zodiac excursions using the ship’s own fleet
• Experienced experts from various scientific fields accompany the expedition, give presentations, answer questions, and join Zodiac cruises and landings
• Mini-bar stocked with a selection of non-alcoholic beverages (in suites, a selection of alcoholic drinks is also included)
• In-cabin coffee machine
• 24-hour cabin service
• Full board in three restaurants offering international gourmet cuisine — including early riser breakfast, breakfast buffet, midday bouillon, afternoon tea, lunch, and dinner with flexible dining times in all restaurants
• Sports facilities: fitness area with ocean views and scheduled classes
• OCEAN SPA featuring a Finnish sauna with sea views, steam room, and relaxation area
• Primarily German-speaking crew and German-speaking expedition team
• Port and airport fees
• Cancellation insurance
• Loan items: binoculars and two sets of Nordic walking poles in each cabin, plus warm parkas and rubber boots for Zodiac excursions and shore landings
• Complimentary Wi-Fi for one hour per guest per day (connection dependent on satellite coverage)

Excluded:

• International flights: a full travel package from Germany to the ship is available as an optional add-on — we are happy to advise you free of charge
• Optional pre- and post-cruise programs in Patagonia
• Personal expenses, such as purchases in the onboard shop
• Massages, hairdressing services, and similar spa treatments
• Personal international health insurance

Mit der HANSEATIC nature sind täglich Aktivitäten in der Antarktis im Reiseprogramm enthalten. Der genaue Verlauf der Reisen hängt immer vom Wetter und Eis in der Antarktis ab. Durch die Polarklasse PC6 erreicht die kleine, wendige HANSEATIC nature auch Orte in der Antarktis, an der andere Schiffe schon umdrehen müssen.

Die Landgänge und Fahrten mit Zodiacs sind im Reisepreis schon enthalten. Hier sind die möglichen Aktivitäten:

  • Landgänge: Tägliche Landgänge sind mit der Buchung einer Kabine oder Suite auf der HANSEATIC nature. Es befinden sich dafür alle notwendigen Ausrüstungsgegenstände an Bord. Sie erhalten einen kostenfreien Parka und Gummistiefel zum Ausborgen.
  • Polarsprung (Polar Plunge): Wer sich traut, kann auch einen Sprung ins eiskalte Wasser der Antarktis mit einer Kreuzfahrt mit HANSEATIC nature wagen.
  • Zodiacs: Fahrten mit einem der 17 Zodiac Booten für Whale-Watching, zu Eisbergen, Anlandungen auf dem Kontinent Antarktika und vielen weiteren Aktivitäten.
  • Expertenvorträge: Vom Expeditionsteam, der Crew und Polarforschern, die Reisen mit der HANSEATIC nature begleiten.
  • Seekajak: Auf ausgewählten Reisen fahren Sie in einer Kleingruppe mit maximal 12 Personen mit Seekajaks durch die Antarktis.

Thanks to satellite internet, HANSEATIC nature remains connected to the rest of the world — even in the most remote regions. Guests receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi access per day.

Connection speeds have become increasingly stable with improved satellite coverage. However, in a remote environment like Antarctica, loading times may occasionally be slow, and some websites may take several minutes to open. Streaming video cannot always be guaranteed to run smoothly.

Aboard HANSEATIC nature, you can enjoy full board dining across three restaurants, 24-hour room service, and two bars.

• HANSEATIC Restaurant: The main restaurant serving international gourmet cuisine from morning until evening, with seating for 178 guests.
• Hamptons Specialty Restaurant: Offering a varied and creative culinary style inspired by the U.S. East Coast, with 44 seats.
• Lido Buffet: A relaxed bistro-style restaurant with 84 indoor and around 100 outdoor seats.
• Room Service: Available 24 hours a day.
• Mini-bar: Complimentary beverages in all cabins; in suites, non-alcoholic drinks are also included.
• Observation Lounge Bar: Premium drinks with sweeping 180° Antarctic panorama views.
• HanseAtrium Bar: The perfect place to end the day with an aperitif or a fine whiskey.

When booking an Antarctic voyage aboard HANSEATIC nature, a complimentary basic arrival package is typically included. For most itineraries, this consists of a special domestic Economy Class flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and back, including transfers and luggage handling. For itineraries with different embarkation ports, the arrival package may vary.

A full travel package including international round-trip flights from Germany is also available as an optional upgrade. This allows you to choose between the included basic arrival package or a fully coordinated door-to-door travel solution with international flights.

When booking through Arctic Desire, we are happy to prepare a tailored offer that includes all necessary international flights and provide detailed guidance on every aspect of traveling aboard HANSEATIC nature.