MS Maud
A name and ship steeped in history, heritage, and charm. MS Maud is named after one of the most famous polar vessels of all time, Roald Amundsen's 'Maud' from 1917. Today's MS Maud is equipped with advanced technology making her well-suited for polar expeditions.
Highlights
About the ship
A Small Ship, Big Adventure! From the moment you step onboard MS Maud, we want you to relax, discover new places, and learn fascinating facts. Whether you're ready to say hello to your inner scientist in our advanced Science Center or indulge your inner foodie in one of three restaurants onboard.
Ready to explore the world onboard MS Maud? With discounted departures across various destinations and No Single Supplement – there’s never been a better time to make the most of one of our amazing offers.
Ship features
This floating basecamp will be your home away from home as you explore the world around you. MS Maud has everything you need, ensuring you are ready to discover a world away from ordinary. It's the perfect size ship: big enough for a range of onboard facilities but small enough to sail close to the coast for breathtaking views and to access areas larger ships can't reach.
Welcome aboard
Find the perfect cabin or premium suite for your next expedition onboard MS Maud.
All our cabins and suites have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Indulge your inner explorer and opt for a spacious, serviced, and suitable suite for up to three people. Naturally, our suites include a full range of premium facilities: many include a private balcony, daily turn-down service and laundry, plus complimentary fine dining in Lindstrøm.
Read more about our Expedition Suites: The Ultimate in Space and Style.
Your floating base camp
A place of tranquillity and comfort to return to, MS Maud has the perfect blend of Scandinavian style and homely comforts to refresh you anew each time you return from your explorations.
Cabins and Suites
Your private oasis onboard, we have a range of cabins onboard MS Maud from the serviced Expedition Suites offering a range of facilities including private balconies. To the Arctic Superior cabins and Polar class cabins located across the ship.
Explorer lounge & bar
Situated at the front of the ship, the explorer bar and lounge provides a relaxing environment to unwind at the end of an adventurous day. With its floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views of the breathtaking landscapes, this is the ideal spot to enjoy a drink prepared by our highly skilled and friendly bartenders.
The Science Center
Unlock your inner scientist! Found on deck 5, the Science Center is a hive of active research, analysis, and learning. Throughout your voyage, there will be multiple opportunities to get involved with Citizen Science projects and build a better understanding of the destinations we explore.
A Culinary Expedition
Wonderful meals await you aboard your expedition ship. Highly skilled chefs in our three onboard restaurants take pride in offering menus that draw inspiration from our destinations, while offering you a rich variety to choose from. *Dining included for Suite Guests
Aune
Named after the Norwegian ship dealer and polar expedition supplier Tinus Aune, this is our main dining room onboard MS Maud. Offering a buffet breakfast through to a set menu at dinner, Aune serves fresh produce reflecting the destinations we visit and our Norwegian heritage.
Fredheim
Bringing a relaxing atmosphere in which to recharge between excursions or at the end of the day, Fredheim is a great meeting place onboard. Named after the 1900s hunting station on Svalbard, Fredheim offers an informal dining experience - including the legendary milkshakes!
Fine Dining in Lindstrøm
A speciality restaurant named after Adolf Lindstrøm, the favourite chef of the Norwegian polar heroes. Fine dining in Restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests. Non-suite guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in Lindstrøm for an additional cost.
Wellness
Following a day of exciting exploration and adventure, we have many ways to unwind. Relax under the stars in one of our two hot tubs, or take in the scenery from within our sauna, offering a unique opportunity to recharge. Whilst for those who like to keep in shape for upcoming adventures, you are invited to take full advantage of our onboard gym.
Fitness Room
For those who like to keep in shape for upcoming adventures, you are invited to take full advantage of our onboard gym.
Sauna and Relaxation
Relax your body and mind, in the Sauna and gaze out of the floor-to-ceiling windows and the breathtaking landscapes passing by.
Soak in the views
If you want to enjoy the fresh sea air and rugged landscapes in a unique setting, relax in the hot tub on the outdoor deck for a truly Nordic experience.
Cabins and Suites
Expedition Suite
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Maud and reserve one of our Expedition Suites. Spacious, serviced, and with bed combinations for up to three people, these well- appointed apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and minibars (charges apply). Suites feature double beds and a seating area, some with a sofa bed and bathtub. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Naturally, the accommodation includes a full range of premium facilities including daily turn-down service and laundry. Complimentary fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant is part of the experience, and a takeaway service means you can enjoy dinner exclusively. Champagne on ice and a platter of delicacies are provided for your enjoyment as you set sail.
MX | Owner's suite with balcony
Upper-deck two-room corner suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Dining table
Double bed
Bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 44 m2
Cabin Code: MX
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
MG | Grand suite
Upper-deck one or two-room suite
Bay window or private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Sofa bed
Some with bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 26-35 m2
Cabin Code: MG
- Double bed
- Bay window or private balcony
M2 | Suite with balcony
Upper-deck suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Guests: 2 | Size: 23 m2
Cabin Code: M2
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
Q2 | Mini Suite
Upper-deck suite
Window
Seating area
Double bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 14-16 m2
Cabin Code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
YA3 | Wheelchair accessible cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Wheelchair-accessible cabin, may also be available for general booking
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Upper-berth bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16 m2
Cabin Code: YA3
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
QJ | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Minibar (charges apply)
Double or twin beds
Some with sofa bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16-23 m2
Cabin Code: QJ
- Double bed | Optional Twin
- Window | limited view or no view
U2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Seating area
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: U2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
P2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: P2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
N2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11-13 m2
Cabin Code: N2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
O2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: O2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
L2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Porthole | Limited View
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: L2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Portholes | Limited view
J2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window | limited view or no view
J3 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Two Pullman beds (upper and lower berths)
Single bed that converts into a sofa
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J3
- Two Pullman beds | Upper/Lower berths
- Window | limited view or no view
I2 | Inside cabin
Lower or upper deck cabin
No window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 9-11 m2
Cabin Code: I2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- No window
Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic Superior cabins. Most of them have separate beds, one of which converts to a sofa, and some have double beds. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
MX | Owner's suite with balcony
Upper-deck two-room corner suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Dining table
Double bed
Bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 44 m2
Cabin Code: MX
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
MG | Grand suite
Upper-deck one or two-room suite
Bay window or private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Sofa bed
Some with bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 26-35 m2
Cabin Code: MG
- Double bed
- Bay window or private balcony
M2 | Suite with balcony
Upper-deck suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Guests: 2 | Size: 23 m2
Cabin Code: M2
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
Q2 | Mini Suite
Upper-deck suite
Window
Seating area
Double bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 14-16 m2
Cabin Code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
YA3 | Wheelchair accessible cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Wheelchair-accessible cabin, may also be available for general booking
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Upper-berth bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16 m2
Cabin Code: YA3
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
QJ | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Minibar (charges apply)
Double or twin beds
Some with sofa bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16-23 m2
Cabin Code: QJ
- Double bed | Optional Twin
- Window | limited view or no view
U2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Seating area
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: U2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
P2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: P2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
N2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11-13 m2
Cabin Code: N2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
O2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: O2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
L2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Porthole | Limited View
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: L2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Portholes | Limited view
J2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window | limited view or no view
J3 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Two Pullman beds (upper and lower berths)
Single bed that converts into a sofa
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J3
- Two Pullman beds | Upper/Lower berths
- Window | limited view or no view
I2 | Inside cabin
Lower or upper deck cabin
No window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 9-11 m2
Cabin Code: I2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- No window
Polar Outside
Our Polar Outside cabins have separate beds, one of which converts to a sofa. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
MX | Owner's suite with balcony
Upper-deck two-room corner suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Dining table
Double bed
Bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 44 m2
Cabin Code: MX
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
MG | Grand suite
Upper-deck one or two-room suite
Bay window or private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Sofa bed
Some with bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 26-35 m2
Cabin Code: MG
- Double bed
- Bay window or private balcony
M2 | Suite with balcony
Upper-deck suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Guests: 2 | Size: 23 m2
Cabin Code: M2
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
Q2 | Mini Suite
Upper-deck suite
Window
Seating area
Double bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 14-16 m2
Cabin Code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
YA3 | Wheelchair accessible cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Wheelchair-accessible cabin, may also be available for general booking
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Upper-berth bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16 m2
Cabin Code: YA3
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
QJ | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Minibar (charges apply)
Double or twin beds
Some with sofa bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16-23 m2
Cabin Code: QJ
- Double bed | Optional Twin
- Window | limited view or no view
U2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Seating area
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: U2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
P2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: P2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
N2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11-13 m2
Cabin Code: N2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
O2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: O2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
L2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Porthole | Limited View
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: L2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Portholes | Limited view
J2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window | limited view or no view
J3 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Two Pullman beds (upper and lower berths)
Single bed that converts into a sofa
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J3
- Two Pullman beds | Upper/Lower berths
- Window | limited view or no view
I2 | Inside cabin
Lower or upper deck cabin
No window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 9-11 m2
Cabin Code: I2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- No window
Polar Inside
Our cosy Polar Inside cabins have separate beds, one of which converts to a sofa. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
MX | Owner's suite with balcony
Upper-deck two-room corner suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Dining table
Double bed
Bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 44 m2
Cabin Code: MX
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
MG | Grand suite
Upper-deck one or two-room suite
Bay window or private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Sofa bed
Some with bathtub
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 26-35 m2
Cabin Code: MG
- Double bed
- Bay window or private balcony
M2 | Suite with balcony
Upper-deck suite
Private balcony
Seating area
Double bed
Guests: 2 | Size: 23 m2
Cabin Code: M2
- Double bed
- Private Balcony
Q2 | Mini Suite
Upper-deck suite
Window
Seating area
Double bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 14-16 m2
Cabin Code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
YA3 | Wheelchair accessible cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Wheelchair-accessible cabin, may also be available for general booking
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Upper-berth bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16 m2
Cabin Code: YA3
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
QJ | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Minibar (charges apply)
Double or twin beds
Some with sofa bed
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 16-23 m2
Cabin Code: QJ
- Double bed | Optional Twin
- Window | limited view or no view
U2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Seating area
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: U2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
P2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: P2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
N2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11-13 m2
Cabin Code: N2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
O2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: O2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window
L2 | Outside cabin
Lower-deck cabin
Porthole | Limited View
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
Cabin Code: L2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Portholes | Limited view
J2 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- Window | limited view or no view
J3 | Outside cabin
Upper-deck cabin
Window (limited or no view)
Two Pullman beds (upper and lower berths)
Single bed that converts into a sofa
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 11 m2
Cabin Code: J3
- Two Pullman beds | Upper/Lower berths
- Window | limited view or no view
I2 | Inside cabin
Lower or upper deck cabin
No window
Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
Bathrobes and slippers available on request
Guests: 2 | Size: 9-11 m2
Cabin Code: I2
- Twin beds | One converts to a sofa
- No window
Decks
Explore our decks
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- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Specifications
MS Maud
- Year built - 2003
- Capacity - 570
- Ship yard - Fosen Mek. Verk., Norway
- Gross tonnage - 16 151 T
- Speed - 15 knots
- Length - 135,75 m
- Beam - 21,5 m