Porthole Stateroom
#302-305 on Deck 3: One double bed or two twin beds, two portholes, 151-162 sq ft. Also available as a same-sex share cabin.
Discoverer: Polar Latitudes
The Discoverer: Polar Latitudes expedition ship offers an intimate yet well-rounded experience, combining welcoming social spaces, expansive viewing decks and modern comforts with an Ice Class 1A rating for capable exploration of remote polar regions.
Capacity
140
Remodeled
2023
Crew Members
107
Length
355
Cruising Speed
14 knots
Ice Class
Ice Class 1A
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Carrying just 140 guests, the Discoverer: Polar Latitudes is purpose-built for an intimate, highly personalized experience. Her size and agility enable access to smaller landing sites and remote coastlines beyond the reach of larger vessels. Outward-facing staterooms and a wraparound walkway on Deck 6 are designed to maximize views and maintain a constant connection to the surrounding ice, wildlife and sweeping polar horizons.
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Choose the Discoverer: Polar Latitudes for a spacious expedition ship that blends modern design with a strong expedition heritage. Her layout balances small-ship access with upgraded public spaces, lounges and amenities, creating a welcoming onboard atmosphere. The result is a vessel that feels expedition-first at its core, with a refined level of comfort shaped by years of operating in remote polar environments.
With a recent refurbishment and a fresh, contemporary interior throughout, the Discoverer: Polar Latitudes blends modern expedition design with enhanced guest comfort. Her Ice Class 1A rating and Polar Code compliance ensure safe, capable and responsible navigation in some of the world’s most remote polar regions.
A range of thoughtfully designed spaces aboard Discoverer: Polar Latitudes allow guests to relax, connect and immerse themselves in the journey. The ship provides easy access throughout via forward and mid-ship stairways and elevators.
At the top of the ship, Deck 7 offers expansive outdoor viewing areas designed for uninterrupted scenery and fresh air immersion. Just below, Deck 6 serves as the ship’s social and wellness hub with an observation lounge and wellness center. The spa facilities include a gym, sauna, steam room and treatment room. This deck also offers outdoor Jacuzzis and a grill area, creating inviting spaces to unwind between excursions.
Deck 5 is home to key gathering points, including the main lounge, boutique and bridge area, while Deck 4 brings together dining and fitness, with the ship’s restaurant and workout facilities located here. On Deck 3, essential expedition services are centralized, including the reception area, medical center, mudroom and expedition office—ensuring guests are fully supported throughout their voyage.
Across the ship, these spaces blend comfort and functionality, offering a boutique-style onboard experience while remaining closely connected to the expedition environment.
The Discoverer: Polar Latitudes remains a true expedition vessel at heart. An ice-strengthened hull, a fleet of Zodiacs for shore landings and wildlife cruising, and expansive outer decks—including a wrap-around walkway on Deck 6, ideal for wildlife viewing and photography—make the ship perfectly suited for exploring remote polar environments. This expedition capability opens the door to a range of optional off-ship experiences, including kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and guided photography activities (available at an additional cost), allowing guests to engage with the polar regions in a more active and personal way.
The team combines warm hospitality with expert expedition knowledge, ensuring guests feel well cared for while gaining deeper insight into the landscapes and wildlife encountered throughout the voyage. The expedition staff play a central role in the experience, offering guidance on deck, during shore excursions and bringing the polar environment into sharper focus at every stage of the journey.
The Discoverer: Polar Latitudes cruise ship offers a range of thoughtfully designed accommodations across 9 categories, including 59 cabins and 10 suites. Each stateroom features a comfortable lounge area with sofa or chairs, a writing desk, a flatscreen TV with interactive media library, ample storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with a shower.
All accommodations are outward-facing, with many offering private balconies or Juliet balconies. Rooms are equipped with a mini bar (stocked with complimentary soft drinks, juice and sparkling water) and refrigerator, WiFi and direct-dial telephone, individually controlled air conditioning, a personal safe, luxury bath amenities, bathrobes and slippers, a hair dryer, and 110/220V power outlets, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout the voyage.
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Ocean Stateroom
#306-325 on Deck 3: One double bed or two twin beds, one window, 151-162 sq ft. Also available as a same-sex share cabin. Select cabins also available for triple occupancy (inquire for rates).
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Vista Stateroom
#406-429 on Deck 4: One double bed or two twin beds, one window, 194 sq ft. Also available as a same-sex share cabin. Select cabins also available for triple occupancy (inquire for rates).
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Balcony Stateroom
#500-501, #506-509, #512-513 on Deck 5: One double bed or two twin beds, 215 sq ft, balcony.
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Discovery Suite
#502-505, #510-511 on Deck 5: One double bed or two twin beds, floor-to-ceiling glass glass with walkout balcony and interior sitting area with sofa, 420 sq ft. Also available for triple occupancy (inquire for rates).
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Navigator Stateroom
#702-703 on Deck 7: One double bed or two twin beds, private balcony, interior sitting area, 398 sq ft.
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Owner's Suite
#704-705 on Deck 7: One double bed or two twin beds, floor-to-ceiling glass with walkout balcony and separate interior sitting area with sofa, 721 sq ft. Also available for triple occupancy (inquire for rates).
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Grand Suite
#700-701 on Deck 7: One double bed, floor-to-ceiling glass with walkout balcony and separate interior sitting area with sofa, 613 sq ft. Also available for triple occupancy (inquire for rates).
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Solo Vista Stateroom
#401, #403, #405 on Deck 4: One double bed, one window, 194 sq ft.
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