- World Explorer Premium 3 1 +
- World Explorer Premium 3 1 Plus
- World Explorer Premium 3 1 0
- World Explorer Premium 3 1 Full
World Explorer Deluxe contains two content-rich learning adventures that will introduce children to over 160 countries, all four oceans, eight diverse time periods, and much more. It's designed to give children the desire to seek out knowledge, ask questions, and use tools to find answers. They'll play adventure games; explore independently; keep a journal; play fast-action. The 2020 Ford® Explorer Platinum SUV offers available PowerFold® third-row seats, and a redesigned interior. The new design of the explorer is made for comfort and adventure. MS World Explorer cruise ship is a newbuild specifically designed for operations in the polar regions (Arctic and Antarctica). The vessel is owned by Mystic Invest (via the subsidiary Mystic Cruises) and operated under charter by Nicko Cruises (subsidiary) and Quark Expeditions (Travelopia-owned polar cruise company founded in 1991). The shipbuilder is WestSEA (naval shipyard in Viana do.
World Explorer cabins and suites review at CruiseMapper provides detailed information on cruise accommodations, including floor plans, photos, room types and categories, cabin sizes, furniture details and included by Quark Expeditions en-suite amenities and services.
The World Explorer cruise ship cabins page is conveniently interlinked with its deck plans showing deck layouts combined with a legend and review of all onboard venues.
2-Room Owner Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 4 |
| Cabin size: | 355 ft2 / 33 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 110 ft2 / 10 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | starboard on decks 5 (midship) and 6 (forward) |
| Type (categories): | (OS) Owners Suite with Balcony |
World Explorer Premium 3 1 +
Each Owner Suite has private, step-out balcony (accessed from either the bedroom or the living room) and 2 TVs. The bathroom (accessed from the bedroom) has bathtub, separate shower and WC, double-sink vanity. The lounge room has 2-seater couch (loveseat). In the foyer is the dressing area with 2 closets and vanity table. The balcony is furnished with 1 low table, 2 deckchairs, 2 padded sunloungers.
2-Room Deluxe Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 2 |
| Cabin size: | 335 ft2 / 31 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 110 ft2 / 10 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | midship-aft on deck 5 |
| Type (categories): | (DS) Deluxe Suite |
Each Deluxe Suite has private, step-out balcony (accessed from either the bedroom or the living room) and 2 TVs. The bathroom (accessed from the bedroom) has shower and double-sink vanity. The lounge room has 2-seater couch (loveseat). The balcony is furnished with 1 low table, 2 deckchairs, 2 padded sunloungers.
2-Room Superior Suite
World Explorer Premium 3 1 Plus
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 4 |
| Cabin size: | 280 ft2 / 26 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 110 ft2 / 10 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | portside on decks 5 (midship) and 6 (forward) |
| Type (categories): | (SS) Superior Suite with Balcony |
Each Superior Suite has private, step-out balcony (accessed from either the bedroom or the living room) and 2 TVs. The bathroom (accessed from the bedroom) has shower and single-sink vanity. The lounge room has 2-seater couch (loveseat) and walk-in closet (with 2 large wardrobes and mirrored dressing table). The balcony is furnished with 1 low table, 2 deckchairs, 2 padded sunloungers.
Veranda Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 48 |
| Cabin size: | 215 ft2 / 20 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 55 ft2 / 5 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | forward and midship on decks 5 and 6 |
| Type (categories): | (VS) Veranda Suite / balcony cabin |
Each Veranda Suite has private, step-out veranda accessed from the sitting area (with 2-seater couch / loveseat). The bathroom has shower and single-sink vanity. The balcony is furnished with 1 low table and 2 deckchairs.
French Balcony Infinity Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 24 |
| Cabin size: | 270 ft2 / 25 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | aft on decks 5 and 6 |
| Type (categories): | (IS) Infinity Suite / French Balcony Cabin |
Each Infinity Suite has French Balcony - floor-ceiling wall with a slide-openning window (upper panel) in the seating area (with 2-seater couch / loveseat). The bathroom has shower and single-sink vanity.
Triple Suite
World Explorer Premium 3 1 0
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 3 |
| Staterooms number: | 4 |
| Cabin size: | 240 ft2 / 23 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 55 ft2 / 5 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | midship-aft on deck 6 |
| Type (categories): | (TS) Triple Suite with Balcony / family cabin |
Triple Suites are located near the ship's lifeboats and offered as family cabins (with triple occupancy). Junior Suites are with either an outdoor veranda or French Balcony (accessed from the bedroom), separate sitting area (with sofabed and additional closet) and bedroom (with walk-in closet and mirrored dressing table). Family cabins are with 2 TVs. The bathroom (accessed from the foyer) has shower and single-sink vanity.
World Explorer Premium 3 1 Full
Porthole Cabin
| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 12 |
| Cabin size: | 185 ft2 / 17 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | midship on deck 3 |
| Type (categories): | (AS) Adventure Stateroom with Porthole Window |
World Explorer cabins review
The cruise ship World Explorer is an all-suite, all-balcony vessel with a total of 98 staterooms for 196 passengers (max capacity 200, max capacity 140 on polar cruises). Each of the staterooms offers as standard (complimentary / price-inclusive) amenities
- en-suite bathroom (shower, WC, washbasin, hairdryer, plush bathrobes and slippers, premium bath products)
- separate bedroom (Queen-size double bed convertible to 2 twins / single beds, bedside cabinets, bedside USB charging ports, wall-mounted lamps)
- mirrored vanity table / writing desk with armchair, lounge area (2-seater sofabed, coffee table with chairs), Horizon and Veranda cabins additionally have a plush loveseat
- smart HDTV (infotainment system, Internet, on-demand movies, Bluetooth connectivity), large wardrobe, electronic safe box (in the closet), minibar (fully-stocked refrigerator)
- individual air-conditioning, LED lighting
- daily turndown service
- Still and sparkling bottled water is provided complimentary and replenished twice daily.
Towels (excluding those on the rack) and bedsheets are changed every 3rd day (depending on cruise itinerary length). Shipboard laundry and ironing services are available at extra cost. Laundry bags are provided in the cabins and collected each morning.
Each cabin is equipped with orange-colored lifejackets, which are used in cases of emergencies and during lifeboat drills. Ship's electrical supply is 220 V (50 Hz). The electrical outlets (found in all cabins and throughout the ship) are standard European 2-pin plugs. A total of 5 USB ports (per cabin) are for digital devices (cameras, smartphones, tablets, etc). Each cabin is also fitted with a total of 5 power outlets (110V / 220V).
Most cabins (~90%) are with private step-out balconies, excepting only the aft-located (decks 5-6) 'French Balcony' cabins, which are with a sliding window (upper panel) opening to a railing (Juliet balcony). Cabin balconies are furnished with 1 low table and 2 deckchairs. Superior, Deluxe and Owner suites additionally have 2 lounge chairs on their balconies.
MS World Explorer has 6 cabin categories ranging in sizes from 185 ft2 (17 m2, Adventure Stateroom) to 355 ft (33 m2, Owner Suite). French Balcony cabins (Infinity Stateroom, 270 ft2 / 25 m2) are with floor-ceiling glass wall with a slide opening window (upper panel). Balcony cabins (Veranda Stateroom, 215 ft2 / 20 m2) are with a step-out balcony. Triple cabins (Junior Suites) are in 2 different types - with either outdoor or French Balcony. The all 12 Adventure-type (Porthole) cabins are located midship on Deck 3 and each with a large non-opening window.
All top-tier suites are 2-Room (1-Bedroom) and with larger balconies (sized 110 ft2 / 10 m2) furnished with 2 sun loungers, 2 teak deckchairs and 1 low table. Each suite has 2 closets and 2 large HDTVs (wall-mounted in the bedroom / living room).
Cabin bathrooms are with spa showers (rain shower head, handheld showerhead, 4 adjustable body jets), L'Occitane bath products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, handwash, hand lotion). Owner Suites and Deluxe Suites bathrooms are with double basin vanity (his-and-hers sinks) and separate WC. Owner Suites bathrooms are with bathtub.
World Explorer cabin and suite plans are property of Quark Expeditions . All floor plans are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.
Tour Dates
Dec 19 - Dec 29, 2021 (11 days)
Jan 07 - Jan 17, 2022 (11 days)
Feb 03 - Feb 13, 2022 (11 days)
Feb 12 - Feb 27, 2022 (16 days)
Mar 06 - Mar 13, 2022 (8 days)
Mar 11 - Mar 18, 2022 (8 days)
The World Explorer is a 5-star all-balcony-suites expedition ship purpose-built for Polar exploration in comfort and style.
Overview
The ship features a 5-star level of service with lots of space for guests, and plenty of public areas to relax based on passengers' individual travel styles
• 5-star service – with table service at meals
• Explorer Lounge on Deck 4 for jovial communal engagement
• Observation Lounge on Deck 7 for quiet contemplation and skyline views
• Bow Observation Deck with 3-5m wide walkway which circles forward bow 30' above water line for excellent wildlife viewing
• Library area on Deck 4 for wildlife watching and relaxing in a slightly more intimate environment
• Introverts will prefer the privacy of their own cabin, as every cabin features either a private balcony or large windows for direct ocean views
• Exceptional storage, with a mudroom for the big gear, as well as plenty of closet space.
Highlights
• Balconies/Juliet balconies in all cabins
• Outdoor running track
• Gym and sauna
• Spa with changerooms, showers, and lockers
• Glass domed observation lounge
• Dedicated lecture theater
• Large, separate bar/lounge
• Optional al-fresco dining
• Library and bistro seating areas with ocean views off both sides of the ship
• Mud room
• 2 elevators
Ship Specifications
• Staff & Crew 125
• Guests 176
• Length 413 feet (126 meters)
• Breadth 62 feet (19 meters)
• Draft 15 feet (4-7 meters)
• Propulsion 2x Rolls Royce 9,000 kw
• hybrid diesel/electric Ice Class 1B
• Cruising speed 16 knots in open water
• Registered Portugal
• Lifeboats 2 fully enclosed Amarra luxe 4 3 510.
| Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2021-22 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $9,995$8,996 | $14,495$12,393 | $13,995$11,966 | $15,995$13,676 | $17,495$14,958 | $18,995$16,241 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 15% on Infinity & Veranda or 25% on Superior, Deluxe & Owner's (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $15,995$14,396 | $22,995$17,591 | $21,995$16,826 | $25,495$17,209 | $27,495$18,559 | $29,495$19,909 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Prices in Red) | $16,995$15,296Full | $24,995$22,496 | $23,995$21,596Limited | $26,995$24,296Full | $29,995$26,996 | $31,995$28,796Limited |
Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $11,495$10,346 | $16,495$14,103 | $15,995$13,676 | $18,495$15,813 | $19,995$17,096 | $21,495$18,378 |
Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $10,995$9,896 | $15,995$13,676 | $15,495$13,248 | $17,495$14,958 | $18,995$16,241 | $20,995$17,951 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 15%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $10,995$9,896 | $15,995$12,236 | $15,495$11,854 | $17,495$13,384 | $18,995$14,531 | $20,995$16,061 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $15,995$14,396 | $22,995$19,661 | $21,995$18,806 | $25,495$21,798 | $27,495$23,508 | $29,495$25,218 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$16,241 | $17,995$15,386 | $20,995$17,951 | $22,495$19,233 | $24,495$20,943 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5%, Excludes Triples (Expires Nov 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$16,241 | $17,995$15,386 | $20,995$17,951 | $22,495$19,233 | $24,495$20,943 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 20%, Excludes Triples (Expires Sep 30th 2020) PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Sep 30th 2020. Combined savings shown in Red. | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$13,676 | $17,995$12,956 | $20,995$15,116 | $22,495$16,196 | $24,495$17,636 |
Please Note: Passenger Capacity on Fly/Cruise Programs is a maximum of 140.
Cruise Price does not include international airfare. Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement 1.7x twin rate for Infinity and Veranda & 2x twin rate for Superior, Deluxe and Owner's.
Drinks included. Soft drinks & juices all the time. House wine & non-premium beer at dinner.
Adventure Options: Kayaking - $995 (for those who want to kayak during entire voyage & have previous experience) OR paddling - $295 (for those w/o experience who want to kayak one time during the voyage), Camping - $295, Stand-up Paddleboarding - $295, Snowshoe-Included. Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
| Owner's Suite Located on Decks 5 and 6, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom with shower, dual-sink vanity, and bathtub is also featured in each cabin. 355 Sq.ft. (33 m²) |
| Deluxe Suite Located on Deck 5, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, double closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom is also featured in each cabin. 334 Sq.ft. (31 m²) |
| Superior Suite Located on Decks 5 and 6, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 278 Sq.ft. (26 m²) |
| Veranda Cabin Located on Decks 5 and 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 Sq. ft. (5 m²) walk-out balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 215 Sq.ft. (20 m²) |
| Infinity Cabin Located on Decks 5 and 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a floor-to-ceiling glass Juliet balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 270 Sq.ft. (25 m²) |
| Triple Cabin Located on Deck 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 Sq. ft. (5 m²) walk-out balcony. A separate combo sitting area/bedroom with a sofa bed and additional closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art 'infotainment' system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 242 Sq.ft. (22.5 m²) |
