Aurora Expeditions

Greg Mortimer

PremiumNew Ship130 Guests

About this vessel

Purpose-built for expeditions to the most remote places on earth, the Greg Mortimer was the first passenger ship to feature the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW®, which allows the ship to cross oceans more comfortably and efficiently.

With expansive observation decks to bring you closer to the environment, inviting communal areas and unsurpassed environmental credentials, it offers the perfect base camp for adventures at the outer limits of human exploration. It accommodates a maximum of 130 expeditioners per voyage in 76 cosy, comfortable staterooms with a view of the ocean — 85% of staterooms have their own balcony.

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Specifications

Year Built

2019

New Ship

Gross Tonnage

7892 GT

Total Decks

8

Length

104m

Guest Capacity

130

Ice Class

1A (PC6)

IAATO Classification

Category 1

Operator

Aurora Expeditions

Steady Operator

Dependable, even profiles without an elite peak.

Polar Luxury Index

CSolid

How luxuriously Greg Mortimer lives — suites, crew-to-guest service, dining, wellness, and design, independent of fare.

Field Experience Score

AVery Strong

How efficiently Greg Mortimer converts time at sea into exploration — staging, landing rotations, and guide density.

Drake Comfort Coefficient

BStrong

How comfortably Greg Mortimer handles open-ocean swells — displacement mass, transit speed, stabilization, and hull shape.

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Onboard

Life on board.

A curated look at the dining, lounges and outdoor spaces that shape daily life aboard Greg Mortimer.

Discovery

2 spaces

Citizen Science Center

Deck 7

A dedicated space for the participative Citizen Science Program, where guests contribute to real research projects alongside the expedition team.

Library & Multimedia Room

Deck 7

A quiet room with a well-stocked library of reference books, field guides and multimedia resources.

Dining

1 space

Dining Room

Deck 1 Signature

The main dining room serving freshly prepared meals, with a single seating and unassigned tables for a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Bars & Lounges

1 space

Observation Lounge

Deck 7 Signature

A panoramic lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows and a bar, the social heart of the ship for wildlife spotting, talks and evening gatherings.

Spa & Wellness

3 spaces

Gym

Deck 8

A fitness centre with cardio and weight equipment, open to all guests at no charge.

Jacuzzis

Deck 8

Two outdoor Jacuzzis on the top deck with panoramic polar views.

Sauna

Deck 8

A traditional Finnish sauna for warming up after a day of polar exploration.

Outdoor Decks

2 spaces

Hydraulic Viewing Platforms

Deck 7 Signature

Two hydraulic viewing platforms on Deck 7 that fold out from the hull, bringing guests thrillingly close to the water, ice and wildlife.

Mudroom & Activities Platform

Deck 2 Signature

Lockers for expedition gear, rapid drying areas and a dedicated launching platform for all Zodiac and kayak operations.

Entertainment

1 space

Lecture Theatre

Deck 7

A dedicated presentation lounge equipped with the latest audio-visual technology for talks by the expedition team.

Other

1 space

Medical Clinic

Deck 3

A small but well-equipped medical clinic staffed by a qualified doctor for the duration of the voyage.

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Cabins

Cabin categories.

Captain's Suite

Separate living room; walk-in wardrobe; private balcony

CS

An exclusive and spacious one-bedroom suite with a separate living room, bedroom and private bathroom.

Balcony Stateroom Superior

BSS

A superior stateroom with a private balcony on the top deck, featuring a floor-to-ceiling window and a lounge area.

Balcony Stateroom Category A

BSA

A stateroom with a private balcony on the upper deck, featuring twin beds that convert to a queen and a sitting area.

Balcony Stateroom Category B

BSB

A stateroom with a private balcony on the middle-upper decks, featuring twin beds that convert to a queen.

Balcony Stateroom Category C

BSC

A stateroom with a private balcony on the lower deck, featuring twin beds that convert to a queen.

Aurora Stateroom Twin Share

AST

An inside-facing stateroom on the lower deck with twin beds and a picture window, designed for solo travellers paired with another guest.

Aurora Stateroom Triple Share

AS3

An inside-facing stateroom with a picture window and a third berth for friends or family travelling together.

Balcony Stateroom Category A Solo

BSS-A

A single-occupancy balcony stateroom on the upper deck with a private balcony and a queen bed.

Balcony Stateroom Category B Solo

BSS-B

A single-occupancy balcony stateroom on the middle-upper deck with a private balcony and a queen bed.

Balcony Stateroom Category C Solo

BSS-C

A single-occupancy balcony stateroom on the lower deck with a private balcony and a queen bed.

What's included

Inclusions

✓ Included · ◐ Complimentary use · + Additional fee

Included

Ship Facilities

  • Spa Facilities

    Included · Sauna and wellness centre available to all guests.

  • Pool

    Included · Heated outdoor pool (Sylvia Earle & Douglas Mawson) and two Jacuzzis with panoramic views.

Suite & Room Amenities

  • Minibar

    Complimentary use · Free stocked mini-bar in suites (polar voyages).

Food & Beverage

  • Dining

    Included · All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices throughout the voyage.

  • Beverages

    Included · Premium spirits, cocktails, beer, wine and liqueurs with dinner; house wines, beers and soft drinks included.

Expedition Gear

  • Polar Boots

    Included · Waterproof muck boots provided for all shore landings on polar voyages.

  • Trekking Poles

    Included · Trekking poles available for shore excursions.

  • Parka / Expedition Jacket

    Included · A 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket per person to keep (polar voyages).

  • Binoculars

    Complimentary use · One free pair of binoculars per suite; loan binoculars available for all guests.

Not includedavailable at additional cost

Ship Facilities

  • Spa Treatments

    Additional fee · Body, facial and wellness treatments at additional cost.

Onboard Services

  • Wi-Fi

    Additional fee · Wi-Fi available for purchase; connection may be slow in remote polar areas.

  • Self-Service Laundry

    Additional fee · Laundry service available at additional cost.

Destination experiences

Activities

✓ Included · ◐ Complimentary use · + Additional fee

7 activities

Shore Landings & Hikes
Land
Included

Shore Landings & Hikes

Step ashore onto remote beaches and tundra, walking among penguin rookeries, historic huts and dramatic geological formations with expert guides.

Snowshoeing
Land
Additional fee

Snowshoeing

Trek across pristine snowfields on snowshoes, reaching ridgelines and viewpoints inaccessible on foot — a quiet, immersive way to cover ground.

Polar Plunge
Water
Included

Polar Plunge

The legendary polar plunge — a bracing, supervised leap into polar waters, followed by a hot drink and a certificate to mark the moment.

Water
Additional fee

Polar Snorkelling

Guided drysuit snorkelling excursions exploring polar marine life beneath the surface.

Sea Kayaking
Water
Additional fee

Sea Kayaking

Paddle silently among icebergs and along sheltered coastlines at water level — the most intimate way to encounter the polar environment.

Zodiac Cruising
Water
Included

Zodiac Cruising

Glide through brash ice and sculpted bergs in a stable inflatable Zodiac, exploring coves, glacier faces and wildlife haul-outs unreachable by ship.

Lectures & Presentations
Ship
Included

Lectures & Presentations

Daily talks from naturalists, historians and scientists on polar ecology, exploration history, glaciology and the wildlife you'll encounter.

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