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Greg Mortimer

Capacity
130 Passengers Maximum
Year built
2019
Cabins
76
Length
104m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 Knots
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Purpose-built for expeditions to the most remote places on earth.

We drew on centuries of collective experience to map out the Greg Mortimer: purpose-built for expeditions to the wildest and most remote places on earth.

The first passenger ship to feature the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW®, this allows the ship to cross oceans more comfortably and efficiently, and with expansive observation decks to bring you closer to the environment, inviting communal areas and unsurpassed environmental credentials, the Greg Mortimer offers the perfect base camp for adventures at the outer limits of human exploration.

Accommodating a maximum of 130 expeditioners per voyage, it features 76 cosy, comfortable staterooms with a view of the ocean – 85% of staterooms have their own balcony! The Greg Mortimer has redefined the future of expedition cruising, and paved the way for our other two vessels, the Sylvia Earle and the Douglas Mawson.

Introducing the Greg Mortimer

Designed for Discovery

the Greg Mortimer surrounded by ice in antarctica
Ulstein X-BOW®
Used on over 100 commercial vessels, the streamlined Ulstein X-BOW® cuts through the swell for smoother, faster transits with fewer vibrations. Combined with Rolls-Royce dynamic stabilisers, it offers exceptional stability and comfort while also reducing fuel consumption.
a Zodiac filled with passengers approaching the Greg Mortimer
Efficient Zodiac Access
Our ships carry 15 Zodiacs, which you can board via four dedicated doors, making boarding as quick, efficient and safe as possible and minimising wait times so you can get closer to the action for longer.
passengers watching icebergs go by from the hydraulic viewing platform
Hydraulic Viewing Platforms
In addition to onboard observation areas, the Greg Mortimer features unique hydraulic viewing platforms, which fold out for unobstructed views of passing marine life and seabirds.
Penguins in front of the Greg Mortimer
Responsible Travel Features
The Greg Mortimer operates with low energy consumption, high fuel efficiency, and a streamlined design to reduce emissions. It also uses virtual anchoring, combining GPS, steering, propellers, and thrusters to protect the seafloor and minimise damage from conventional anchors.
Kayaks leaving the Greg Mortimer activity platform
Activities Platform
The Greg Mortimer is designed to support a range of adventure activities from kayaking and diving to snowshoeing and ski touring, making the transition from ship to sea or shore as smooth as possible.
The stern of the Greg Mortimer from above
Safety Features
The Greg Mortimer is equipped with industry-leading safety technology, exceeding requirements for a ship of this size. It features world-class return-to-port equipment that duplicates the propulsion system, ensuring continued operation in the event of engine failure. The ship also has a fully-stocked medical clinic for remote areas.

Onboard Facilities

State-of-the-art Lecture Facilities

On all expeditions you will meet naturalists and local specialists, who offer presentations on their area of expertise to deepen your understanding of the region you’re visiting.

Join the team in the lecture theatre for presentations covering topics as broad as history and culture, biology and climate change, but they have one thing in common: they all aim to engage, educate and entertain.

Library

With floor-to-ceiling windows, the library is a peaceful sanctuary where you can find non-fiction books to read up on the day’s destinations, plug in and organise your photos or play board games with newfound friends.

Choose from our range of informative nonfiction titles, wildlife guidebooks, travel journals, novels and a selection of children’s books and board games.

Wildlife guides, books and binoculars can also be found on the observation lounge on deck 7.

Mudroom

No need to take your wet expedition gear back to your stateroom to dry. Keep your stateroom warm and cosy by leaving your outer jackets and pants in the mudroom.

The mudroom is your launchpad for all shore excursions and activities. Here, you will have access to a locker when you can hang your gear up to dry, and store your boots between excursions.

Gym, Sauna & Jacuzzis

In between landings, you are welcome to visit the gym or relax in our sauna, which we highly recommend after the Polar Plunge!

There are also two Jacuzzis on the top outside deck which offer amazing views of the world outside.

Dining

Meals are a great time to soak up the expedition camaraderie in our open seating dining area. Share stories with your fellow travellers and ask our expedition team questions that may have come up during the day.

Choose from two restaurants: our main venue serving buffet-style family meals with à la carte dinner and our new reservations-required concept restaurant, Tuscan Grill.

Tea, coffee and snacks are available 24 hours a day, and our chefs offer different menu options and courses for each meal. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild.

We also invite you to join your captain and expedition team for informal Captain’s Farewell drinks, with complimentary beverages and cocktail appetisers, followed by a 3 course meal.

Bars and Lounges

Communal meeting areas have always played a major role in fostering the warm camaraderie on board our ships. They are the heart of the expedition, where people meet to share tales from the day, swap photos, keep an eye out for wildlife, and watch the sun go down.

The bars and lounges on board are refined yet inviting places to gather, with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering stunning views, and of course friendly bartenders to shoot the breeze with.

Staterooms and Suites

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