Hondius
Hondius is the world’s first-registered Polar Class 6 passenger vessel, making her among the most structurally fortified and technologically advanced polar cruise ships on the seas. Using some of the latest sustainable technology, the ship employs LED lighting, steam heat, biodegradable paints and lubricants, and flexible power management systems to keep fuel efficiency high and CO2 emissions low. Hondius is also equipped with stabilizers that make her highly suitable for swift, safe, and nimble exploration of the polar waters.
Hondius offers high-quality accommodation for 170 passengers in 8 different cabin categories and is one of a few ships offering quad cabins. One deck consists of a large observation lounge and separate lecture room, which are reserved for a wide variety of interactive workshops, exhibitions, and performances particular to Hondius. Though elegantly designed in stylish mid-century modern décor, this vessel holds true to a distinctive cozy and informal atmosphere.
To give you the maximum contact with the nature and wildlife you traveled so far to see, we employ a tough fleet of rigid-hull inflatable Zodiac boats that guarantee swift and safe landing operations for the passengers. Hondius has two separate gangways and a sheltered indoor Zodiac boarding are that can also be used for special outdoor activities, such as kayaking.
Ship Specifications:
- Maximum # of Guests: 170
- Staff & crew: Crew 57 | Guides 13 | Doctor 1
- Ice class: Polar Class 6 (equivalent 1A-Super)
- Year Launched: 2019
- Speed: 15 knots
- Length: 107.6 meters
- Voltage: 220v, 60Hz. Electrical outlets are standard European with two thick round pins.
- Minimum age: 4 years old with completed child waiver.
Ship Gallery
Trips and Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Single Travelers:
- Can book into a share cabin in Quad – Twin Deluxe
- Can book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.7x the per person share price
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking (full program, multiple paddles): $450/person for 2024 season and $470/person for 2025 season – requires experience
Single Travelers:
- Can book into a share cabin in Quad – Twin Deluxe
- Can book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.7x the per person share price
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking (full program, multiple paddles): $560/person – requires experience
- On Basecamp departures all activities are free
Antarctica – Whale Watching – 11 Days
Mar 10 - Mar 20, 2026 (11 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Elephant Island – Antarctica – Polar Circle
Feb 16 - Mar 10, 2026 (23 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – 20 Days
Jan 28 - Feb 16, 2026 (20 days)Antarctica – Discovery & Learning
Jan 18 - Jan 28, 2026 (11 days)Antarctica – Discovery & Learning
Jan 8 - Jan 18, 2026 (11 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – 19 Days
Dec 21 - Jan 8, 2025 - 2026 (19 days)Basecamp – Antarctica
Dec 9 - Dec 21, 2025 (13 days)Kayaking, Camping, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing/Hiking, Photography
Basecamp – Antarctica
Nov 27 - Dec 9, 2025 (13 days)Kayaking, Camping, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing/Hiking, Photography
Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – from Puerto Madryn
Oct 28 - Nov 17, 2025 (21 days)Photography
Around Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet
Aug 14 - Aug 23, 2025 (10 days)Extensive Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis
Aug 14 - Sep 5, 2025 (23 days)Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2025 (10 days)Arctic Ocean – Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Spitsbergen
May 31 - Jun 9, 2025 (10 days)Extensive Arctic Ocean – North Spitsbergen Explorer
May 31 - Jun 16, 2025 (17 days)Antarctica – Whale Watching
Mar 14 - Mar 23, 2025 (10 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Elephant Island – Antarctica – Polar Circle
Feb 20 - Mar 14, 2025 (23 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – 20 Days
Feb 1 - Feb 20, 2025 (20 days)Antarctica – Discovery & Learning
Jan 22 - Feb 1, 2025 (11 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – 19 Days
Jan 4 - Jan 22, 2025 (19 days)Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica – 19 Days
Dec 17 - Jan 4, 2024 - 2025 (19 days)Basecamp – Antarctica
Dec 5 - Dec 17, 2024 (13 days)Kayaking, Camping, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing/Hiking, Photography
Basecamp – Antarctica
Nov 23 - Dec 5, 2024 (13 days)Kayaking, Camping, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing/Hiking, Photography
Basecamp – Antarctica
Nov 1 - Nov 13, 2024 (13 days)Kayaking, Camping, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing/Hiking, Photography
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Cabin Descriptions
Grand Suite with private balcony
Located on deck 7, the six Grand Suites are the only cabins on the ship with a private balcony. Features: 1 double window, 1 double bed, Sofa, Private balcony, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Refrigerator, Coffee & tea maker, Bathrobe, Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
291 square feet / 27 square meters.
Junior Suite
The eight Junior Suites are on deck 7. Features: 1 double window, 1 double bed, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Refrigerator, Coffee & tea maker, Bathrobe, Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
205 to 215 square feet / 19 to 20 square meters
Superior
Eight Superior cabins on deck 6. Features: 2 windows, 1 double bed, Sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Refrigerator, Coffee & tea maker, Bathrobe, Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
215 to 226 square feet / 20 to 21 square meters
Twin Deluxe
Eleven Twin Deluxe cabins on deck 6. Features: 2 windows, 2 single beds, Sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Refrigerator, Coffee & tea maker, Bathrobe, Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
205 to 226 square feet / 19 to 21 square meters
Twin Window
The fourteen Twin Windows are the only cabins on deck 4. Features: 1 window, 2 single beds, Small sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe. Please be aware that the view from some windows might be partially obstructed due to the design requirements of the ship. Please note that all cabins will not necessarily have the same layout and surface area, nor will they be identical to the examples used in the photos
129 to 151 square feet / 12 to 14 square meters
Twin Porthole
The twenty seven Twin Porthole cabins are on deck 3. Features: 2 portholes, 2 single beds, Small sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe. Please note that all cabins will not necessarily have the same layout and surface area, nor will they be identical to the examples used in the photos
143 to 172 square feet / 13 to 16 square meters
Triple Porthole
Two Triple cabins on deck 3. Features: 2 portholes, 1 upper & 2 lower berths, Small sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
172 square feet / 16 square meters
Quadruple Porthole
Four Quad cabins located on deck 3. Features: 2 portholes, 2 upper & 2 lower berths, Small sofa, Private shower & toilet, Flatscreen TV, Desk & chair, Telephone and WiFi (supplemented), Hair dryer, Cabinet, Safe deposit box & Wardrobe.
165 to 172 square feet / 15.3 to 16 square meters