
G Expedition
G Expedition
The 128-passenger G Expedition is G Adventures’ hardy, ice-class expedition ship built for travelers who prize raw discovery over frills. Originally constructed for Norwegian coastal service and extensively refurbished to be relaunched into expedition in 2025-2026, she roams from the Antarctic Peninsula to Svalbard with a seasoned expedition team and a fleet of Zodiacs that put wildlife encounters center-stage. Panoramic lounges, the convivial Polar Bear Pub, and a library stacked with field guides keep the spirit of exploration alive between landings. Whether you’re hiking a penguin rookery or swapping stories under the midnight sun, G Expedition delivers an authentic, Nat-Geo-style adventure in comfort.
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Ship Statistics

2010
Launch Year

10944
Gross Tonnes

142
Length

18
Width

EUR
Currency

14
Max Speed (Knots)

264
Capacity

145
Crew

132
Cabins
Facilities
Accommodation
The ship’s 70 outside-facing cabins feature lower beds, private en-suite bathrooms (shower, toilet, wash basin, hair dryer, shampoo, and shower gel), individual temperature controls, 220 V outlets, and either windows or portholes framing the passing polar landscapes.
Stateroom & Suite Categories
- Suite (≈ 20 m² / 215 ft²) – Located on the Captain’s Deck; includes a double bed, couch, sitting area, and a large view window.
- Owner’s Suite (≈ 19 m² / 208 ft²) – Located aft on the Bridge Deck; features a double bed (two twins combined), spacious sitting area, and panoramic windows facing aft, port, or starboard.
- Triple Cabin (≈ 13.5 m² / 145 ft²) – Located on the Main Deck; offers two lower berths plus one upper berth and a porthole; ideal for families or groups.
- Deluxe Cabin (≈ 13 m² / 144 ft²) – On the Captain’s Deck; equipped with two lower berths and a large window for natural light.
- Superior Cabin (≈ 12 m² / 132 ft²) – Located on the Captain’s or Upper Deck; features two lower berths and a large view window.
- Main Deck Twin Window (≈ 11 m² / 115 ft²) – Mid-ship on Deck 2; two lower berths and two large windows provide excellent visibility.
- Main Deck Twin Porthole (≈ 11 m² / 115 ft²) – Also on the Main Deck; includes two lower berths and a single porthole for a classic expedition feel.
- Lower Deck Twin (≈ 11 m² / 115 ft²) – Situated on the Lower Deck; features two lower berths and one porthole, close to the ship’s embarkation zones.
Dining
Culinary Philosophy
Hearty, globally inspired menus spotlight regional produce—Patagonian king crab one week, Arctic cloudberries the next. Open-seating meals and complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks encourage camaraderie after each landing.
Restaurants & Bars
- Dining Room — 160 m² single-sitting venue with panoramic windows and rotating à la carte dinners
- BBQ Deck — alfresco grills on calm days; buffet lunches indoors when weather turns
- Bar — 70 m² bar pouring craft beers and hosting trivia nights and expedition recaps
Onboard Facilities
Warm woods, steel-blue textiles, and expansive glazing keep the polar world always in view. Spacious decks and purpose-built social hubs ensure there’s room to unwind or learn between adventures.
Indoor & Outdoor Spaces
- Main Lounge — 170 m² gathering spot for daily recaps and wildlife watching
- Theater-Style Auditorium for expert presentations and documentaries
- Library — 40 m² trove of polar field guides and charts
- Observation Deck — 60 m² open platform forward for photography
- Sun Deck — 150 m² wrap-around promenade with two Jacuzzis
- Gym — 15 m² with cardio and strength equipment
- 24/7 Medical Center staffed by a licensed doctor
- Boutique Gift Shop for essentials, clothing, and souvenirs
- Wi-Fi and laundry service available (charges apply)
Deck Plans
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More Information About G Expedition
Ship Overview
Entertainment & Onboard Activities
Health, Fitness & Wellness
Family, Kids, and Special Traveler Services
Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship
Testimonials & Passenger Reviews
Brand Heritage
Canadian operator G Adventures introduced G Expedition in 2009 to extend its small-group, responsible-travel ethos to the high seas, offering affordable, education-focused adventure cruising.
Design Description
Rebuilt with an Ice Class 1B hull and stabilizers, the vessel pairs Scandinavian simplicity—clean lines, warm woods, expedition photography—with robust polar capability.
Unique Features
- Four Zodiac Loading Doors for quick, safe embarkation
- 360° Open Deck for whale blows and calving glaciers
- Dedicated Lecture Theater underpinning the ship’s educational focus
- Ice-Strengthened Hull to navigate first-year sea ice safely
Entertainment is unapologetically educational: naturalists, geologists, and historians turn each transit into a floating classroom. Evenings move from wildlife recaps to stargazing on deck.
- Expert Lectures on penguin biology, polar exploration, and climate science
- Documentary Screenings in the auditorium
- Bridge Tours — learn navigation and ice-watch duties from the officers
Activity Programming
- Zodiac safaris and shore hikes — two or more outings daily when weather allows
- Sea-kayaking, camping, or snorkeling on select voyages (extra cost)
- Citizen-science projects: seabird counts, phytoplankton sampling
- Gym with cardio machines and free weights
- Two outdoor Jacuzzis for post-landing warm-ups
- 24/7 Medical Center staffed by a physician
- Triple cabins suitable for families; no formal kids’ club
- Solo-friendly Triple cabins with roommate-match program
- One wheelchair-adapted cabin and elevator access Decks 3–6
- Advance-notice menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-specific diets
Eco-Efficient Engineering
- Ice-strengthened hull and efficient diesel engines reduce fuel burn
- Route planning minimizes wildlife disturbance and optimizes fuel use
Operational Practices
- Member of IAATO and AECO; adheres to strict wildlife-distance rules
- On-board recycling and single-use-plastic reduction initiatives
- Citizen-science partnerships with research organizations
- Overall Experience: “Trip of a lifetime—expert crew, amazing itinerary, and a ship built for real adventure.” — Cruise Critic, 2024
- Accommodations: “Cabin bigger than expected, with plenty of storage and a large window for iceberg watching.” — Cruise Critic Forum, 2024
- Dining: “Open seating made it easy to meet fellow travelers, and the food was surprisingly varied—loved the fresh bread daily.” — Cruise Critic Expert Review, 2023
- Entertainment & Activities: “Lectures were top-notch, and the observation lounge was perfect for spotting humpbacks.” — Cruise Critic Activities Review
- Excursions: “Boarding the Zodiacs was quick and efficient—multiple landings every day with plenty of time ashore.” — Cruise Critic Forum, 2024
G Expedition´s itineraries
Emblematic Antarctica
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- 8 days
- Le Boréal