Ultramarine

• Two onboard helicopters open the possibilities for exploring, allowing guests to gain aerial views of the polar regions and undertake heli-hiking.
• A wide range of adventure activities include sea kayaking, helicopter flightseeing, heli-hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, and mountain biking.
• The purpose-built design brings new levels of comfort to an expedition ship built to explore anywhere safely.
• Enhanced environmental credentials, including waste-to-gas and heat recovery systems.

Why Choose Ultramarine

Ultramarine is one of the most recent additions to polar expedition cruising. First launched in 2021, when you step onboard, it is noticeable that this ship was purpose-built from the ground up as a go-anywhere expedition cruise ship. A wrap-around deck provides unparalleled views, and the ship’s four Zodiac embarkation points make joining an excursion a breeze.

With an ice class of 1A+ (Polar Class 6), Ultramarine is a technically advanced ship built to cruise the polar regions. It cruises at 16 knots, making it ideal for longer passages to South Georgia, where greater distances are required.

Ultramarine has a highly experienced expedition team and 140-strong crew, making it a great choice for travellers who want to explore the polar regions with some of the most experienced guides.

Dining on Ultramarine

There are two restaurants on Ultramarine serving excellent-quality food. On Deck 5, Balena restaurant is the ship’s main dining room, with seating for all guests and a choice of smaller or larger communal tables. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout provide outstanding views while you are dining. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style with a large selection of classics, and the evening meal is ordered from a rotating menu.

Bistro 487 is a smaller eatery located on deck 7. It offers a more intimate setting and indoor and outdoor seating. It offers a variety of healthy options along with the usual classics and is also open for an early riser’s breakfast.

Cabins On Ultramarine

Ultramarine has an outstanding range of 102 cabins, all of which feature private balconies or large floor-to-ceiling windows. They are well-proportioned and offer a high level of comfort.

Each cabin has private facilities with a toilet, shower, and washbasin with heated floors. There are nine room categories to choose from, offering a great choice:

Explorer Triple – ideal for groups or families looking to share.

Explorer Suite—This spacious suite with floor-to-ceiling windows and twin and double beds is the most cost-effective option.

Balcony Suite – Enjoy the views with your own private balcony

Deluxe Balcony Suite – An option with a larger balcony

Solo Panorama – A For solo travellers with no single supplement

Terrace suite – features a double-sized balcony

Owner’s, Ultra Suite, and Penthouse Suite—These are for guests looking for the height of comfort in a larger suite.

All cabins are equipped with Smart TVs, minibars, keyless entry, Egyptian cotton bedding, and temperature control.

Onboard Experience

Ultramarine delivers an outstanding onboard experience. The ship is spacious throughout and feels uncrowded. There are four bars and a large panorama lounge to relax in. There is also a small, well-stocked library with books about polar exploration.

The Ambassador Theatre is a main hub for lectures by guides and naturalists. The expedition staff also deliver daily briefings. In the evenings and on sea days, enjoy a movie or a workshop.

The Tundra Spa offers a chance to relax after a day of exploring. The extensive sauna features panoramic windows where you can enjoy sweeping views. There is a steam room and a fitness centre where you can work out. A polar boutique

The ship has a clinic on Deck 3 with a doctor available 24 hours per day.

Activities & Excursions

Ultramarine excels at activities and offers one of the largest selections of adventures in the polar regions. Guests can opt to join optional activities such as sea kayaking, paddling, stand-up paddle-boarding, heli-hiking, and mountain biking in the Arctic. All activities are carried out with a highly experienced expedition leader and expedition team members. All the equipment you need apart from clothing such as waterproof pants will be provided.

The ship’s two helicopters add another level to its exploration. It offers a chance to step foot on remote terrain that is inaccessible by other means to truly fulfil the polar explorer in you.

The cost includes zodiac cruises, shore landings, the Polar Plunge, and helicopter flightseeing in certain regions.

The ship’s ready rooms and four embarkation points make joining activities and Zodiac landings a breeze. Each guest gets their locker in the ready room to change into their outdoor gear. All activities are weather permitting.

The team at Polar Escapes has extensive experience with Ultramarine, so please contact them if you have any questions about your preferred cruise.

Ultramarine Destinations

From the Northwest Passage and Canada’s remote Arctic to polar destinations in Antarctica and South Georgia, Ultramarine is a go anywhere ship. Choose an itinerary to explore the remote Canadian Arctic and visit Axel Heiberg Islands or plan a Greenland adventure to the iceberg filled fjords of East Greenland. If you are interested in seeing polar bears choose a polar adventure to explore Svalbard.

What’s Included

On certain itineraries a charter flight, mandatory transfer package and group transfers are included in the cost. At the time of reservation we will detail what is included such as an included hotel and what is an extra cost.