MS Kong Harald

About the Ship

Year built 1993
Year of refurbishment 2023
Shipyard Volkswerft (Germany)
Passenger capacity 590
Beds 498
Gross tonnage 11,204
Length 121.8 m
Beam 19.2 m
Speed 17 knots

It’s a true honour to have one of our ship’s named after Norway’s King Harald V. The King is a skilled sailor, even representing Norway in sailing at the Olympic Games three times. In 2016, at the age of 78, he and his team finished second in the Sailing World Championships.

MS Kong Harald was upgraded to a greener hybrid ship in 2023. Emissions are cut by large battery packs combined with the ships efficient and brand-new engines, reducing fuel consumption and CO2-emissions by approximately 25 percent. The ship is also updated with state-of-the-art wastewater treatment equipment, and SRC technology that reduce NOx emissions by at least 80 percent. In addition, cabins on deck 2 and 3 were refurbished.

The vessel was also refurbished in 2016 to feature a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. There is a comfortable bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink.

MS Kong Harald also has a large compass area where you find the reception, the Coastal Experience Team, conference room and shop. The top deck of the boat features a sun deck, observation saloon and panorama lounge, all of which provide splendid views of spectacular coastal scenery.

Welcome aboard

Enjoy delicious local flavours in the ship’s three restaurants and learn about Norway’s culture, history, and nature from a dedicated team of onboard guides. You’ll also have many excursions to pick from as part of your voyage.

Welcome aboard

Norway's Coastal Kitchen

Your coastal experience

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Ship facilities

For relaxing

Stylish bar with a wide range of beverages
Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Large outdoor observation deck
Shop stocked with essentials, and souvenirs
Observation saloon and panorama lounge

For being active & enjoying food

A range of thought-provoking lectures with the Coastal Experience Team
Snow shoes and walking poles available for rent
Main restaurant Torget for all three daily meals
A la carte fine-dining restaurant Kysten
All-day dining bistro Brygga
Sauna and fitness rooms
Ice cream and bakery Multe

Contact & Information

Ship Contact Information

By phone : +47 994 87 273

By Email: [email protected]

Through facebook: Facebook

Car spaces on board

Vehicles onboard coastal voyages must fit the following dimensions:

Max Length: 650 cm/ 21.3 ft
Max Width: 245 cm/ 8 ft
Max Height: 220 cm/ 7.5 ft
Max Weight: 5000 kg/ 11,023 lbs

Campervans, minivans and trailers cannot be accepted. For safety reasons, we cannot take cars that use LPG or CNG gas on board. This applies even if the tank is empty.

Cabins

Expedition Suite

Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, and bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds. Some suites have more facilities than others.

An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.
- Suite for up to 2 travelers
  
  These elegant suites on the upper deck have separate bedroom, a double bed, a seating area with a sofa and 2 chairs, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
  
  Cabin code: M3
  - 28 - 30 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Double bed
Arctic Superior

Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on the two upper decks, the cabins all have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV. All of the cabins have double beds, and unobstructed views.

Situated on deck 5 and 6, the cabins feature facilities as TV, queen-sized beds, water boilers, coffee and tea.

(Note: All Arctic superior cabins on deck 5 have the promenade deck outside.)
- Upper deck for 2 travellers
  
  These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
  
  Cabin code: U2D
  - 11 - 12 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Double bed
- Upper decks for 2 travellers
  
  These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities. The cabins have view to promenade deck.
  
  Cabin code: P2D
  - 8 - 11 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Double bed
Polar Outside

Our Polar Outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC, and most have flat-screen TVs. The cabins offer separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
- Lower deck for 2 travelers
  
  These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer. The cabins have portholes.
  
  Cabin code: L2
  - 10 - 12 m2
  - Porthole
  - Bathroom
  - Twin bed
- Lower deck for 2 travelers
  
  These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have a double bed, a chair, TV and hairdryer. The cabins have portholes.
  
  Cabin code: L2D
  - 10 - 12 m2
  - Porthole
  - Bathroom
  - Double bed
- Upper deck for up to 2 travelers
  
  These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people, midship on the upper deck, have double beds, a private shower/WC, and TV. The cabins have very limited or obstructed views.
  
  Cabin code: J2D
  - 8 - 11 m2
  - Limited view
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Double bed
- Upper deck for up to 3 travelers
  
  These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper decks have separate or bunk beds, where one can be turned into a sofa and TV. Some have a chair and a hairdryer. The cabins have limited or no view.
  
  Cabin code: J3
  - 8 - 11 m2
  - Limited view
  - Bathroom
  - Varied bed types
- Middle deck for 2 travellers
  
  These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
  
  Cabin code: N2
  - 11 - 12 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - Twin bed
- Middle deck for 2 travellers
  
  These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
  
  Cabin code: N2D
  - 11 - 12 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - Double bed
- Upper and middle deck for up to 2 travelers
  
  These comfortable, refurbished cabins for up to two people on the upper or middle decks have a double bed, a chair, TV, and hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: O2D
  - 8 - 11 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - Double bed
- Upper and middle deck for up to 3 travelers
  
  These comfortable cabins for up to three people have separate or bunk beds where one can be turned into a sofa. Some have a chair, TV, and hairdryer. Some cabins have limited view.
  
  Cabin code: O3
  - 7 - 13 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - Bunk beds
Polar Inside

Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. Some are equipped with upper and lower berths. All of the cabins have individual specifications.
- Lower deck for 2 travelers
  
  These comfortable refurbished standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
  
  Cabin code: I2
  - 8 - 9 m2
  - No window
  - Bathroom
- Upper deck for up to 3 travellers
  
  These comfortable, refurbished standard inside cabins for up to three people on the upper deck have separate and bunk beds where one can be turned into a sofa, and TV.
  
  Cabin code: K3
  - 8 - 9 m2
  - No window
  - Bathroom
  - Bunk beds

MS Kong Harald

About the Ship

Welcome aboard