MS Fram

The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.

MS Fram in Greenland

About the Ship

  • Year built 2007
  • Year of refurbishment 2022
  • Shipyard Fincantieri, Italy
  • Passenger capacity 250 (200 in Antarctica)
  • Beds 276
  • Car capacity 0
  • Gross tonnage 11 647 T
  • Length 114 m
  • Beam 20.2 m
  • Speed 13 knots

Fram means ‘forward’ – lifting expectations of the voyage at hand. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind – to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship – a great place to observe marine wildlife. 

MS Fram was meant to be refurbished in 2020 but it came to a halt due to Covid. Planned to be refurbished 1st quarter 2022.

             MS Fram is certified with SafeGuard

This ship has passed stringent tests and has been accredited by leading independent certification body Bureau Veritas (BV). The strict and thorough safety audit required by BV ensures every ship is in compliance with industry and international health, safety and hygiene best practices. When you see the SafeGuard label, you can feel confident the vessel you’re sailing in meets the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard furthermore ensures that best practice guidelines are being followed with regard to hygiene, sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases onboard. 

Built for polar expeditions

The ship is purpose built as an expedition vessel with a higher ice-class, chart drawing tools, ship depth sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights, autonomous tracking system, oversized oil retention system for self-sufficiency, and a full ‘expedition tools-deck’ equivalent to a car-deck that holds 25 vehicles. We believe that as an explorer you need an ‘expedition base-camp’ that is comfortable – something that combines ‘all oceans capabilities’ with safety, flexibility and environmental friendliness. That’s Fram – simply the best expedition ship imaginable.

  • Catch beautiful sunsets with our professional expedition photographers.
  • With your camera ready, you can create great memories for a lifetime
  • Get ready to explore. MS Fram takes you ashore with Polar Circle boats.
  • Science Center
  • MS Fram in the Lemaire Channel
    • Photo: Nick Cobbing, Marsel van Oosten, Mads Pihl, Espen Mills and Tommy Simonsen

Facilities on board

The Explorer Lounge & Bar, with comfortable sitting areas at the top of the ship and large panoramic windows, gives you incredible views of nature. A pair of binoculars is installed for spotting wildlife and details of the ever changing landscape.

In the restaurant on deck 4, you can enjoy the finest cuisine. The restaurants are located in the aft of the ship. On deck 7 you will find a well-equipped gym, with its panoramic ocean view there is no better place to exercise. On top of the ship you can get warm and cosy in the sauna or bathe in one of the two outdoor hot tubs. Let the warm water surround you while the icebergs float silently past the side of the ship.

  • Hot tub on deck of MS Fram
  • Sauna on MS Fram
  • Gym
  • Explorer Launge & Bar
  • Lindstrøm
    • Photo: Espen Mills

 

Cabins and art

With 125 cabins on Fram, you have a choice of comfortable cabins and a number of superior suites to choose from. Our suites are named after Norwegian polar heroes, MS Fram travels in the wake of these great explorers. We are very proud of the art commissioned for MS Fram – local artists from the Arctic have contributed to making her a modern masterpiece. The ‘tender pit’ is where we embark, fully dressed in suitable expedition and excursion gear, on our sturdy Zodiaks boats to take you safely from ship to shore. The original Fram was a ship for broadening the understanding of the world – let the new MS Fram do the same for you.

Ship facilities

  • Expedition Team
  • Science Centre
  • Explorer lounge & bar
  • Wi-Fi
  • HG App
  • 2 restaurants
  • Shop
  • Sauna
  • Hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Outdoor gym
  • Lift

Contact

Tel: +47 51 00 70 60
Email: [email protected]

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Cabins

  • Expedition Suite

    Our Expeditions Suites are the most exquisite cabins on the ship. Situated on upper deck, you can enjoy the most comfortable suites on board. Inside you will find seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/wc and most of them have double beds. Some of the suites do have more facilities than others. 

    An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.

    • Grand Suite

      Enjoy these exclusive suites with one room, seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo and mini-bar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some of them also have bathtub. Most of these suites have a private balcony or bay window.

      Cabin code: MG

      • 35 - 37 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • Double bed
      • Balcony

    • Mini suite

      These elegant suites are situated on upper deck with seating area, TV and mini-bar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable.

      Cabin code: Q2

      • 15 - 20 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • Double bed

  • Arctic Superior

    Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both upper and middle deck, they all have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee -making facilities. Most of them have separate beds, where one doubles as a sofa, and some have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.

    • Upper deck for 2 travellers

      Enjoy these comfortable outside cabins, situated on top/upper decks. These cabins have separate beds where one doubles as a sofa.

      Cabin code: U2

      • 8 - 13 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • 1 twin bed/1 couch

    • Middle deck for 2 travellers

      Enjoy these comfortable cabins, situated on middle and upper decks, suitable for up to two people. These cabins have double beds, a seating area, TV and private bathroom/shower. Some have limited view.

      Cabin code: F2

      • 16 - 18 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • Double bed

  • Polar Outside

    Our Polar Outside cabins are situated mostly on middle or lower deck and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Some have double beds, others offer separate beds (where one is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.

    • Middle deck for 2 travellers

      Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks. This cabin can fit two people.

      Cabin code: N2

      • 7 - 13 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • 1 twin bed/1 couch

    • Middle deck for up to 4 travellers

      Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds and bunk beds found on middle decks, with space for up to four people.

      Cabin code: N4

      • 7 - 13 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • Bunk beds

    • Upper deck for 2 travellers

      Enjoy these comfortable cabins with a double bed* and TV situated on upper decks with limited view.

      Cabin code: FJ

      • 16 - 21 m2
      • Limited view
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • Double bed

    • Accessible outside cabin

      Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks, adapted for guests with disabilities. This cabin can fit two people.

      Cabin code: SD

      • 10 - 13 m2
      • Window
      • Bathroom

  • Polar Inside

    Our cosy Polar Inside cabins can be found on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds where one doubles as a sofa, while some are equipped with a double bed or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.

    • Middle deck for 2 travellers

      Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins on middle or upper deck with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa.

      Cabin code: I2

      • 6 - 10 m2
      • No window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • 1 twin bed/1 couch

    • Middle deck for up to 4 travellers

      Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa. This cabin can fit up to four people.

      Cabin code: I4

      • 6 - 10 m2
      • No window
      • Bathroom
      • TV
      • 1 twin bed/1 couch

Decks

  • 2 Deck 2
  • 3 Deck 3
  • 4 Deck 4
  • 5 Deck 5
  • 6 Deck 6
  • 7 Deck 7
  • 8 Deck 8
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