Where is MS Roald Amundsen today?
In Antarctic Peninsula
On day 13 of a 15-night Antarctica cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego) (Oct 31 to Nov 15).
Next: Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising), tomorrow · then Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising), Sat Nov 14.
Scheduled position from Hurtigruten's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Sat Nov 14: 15 nights
Current cruise, day by day
15-night Antarctica cruise, Buenos Aires to Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego)
Oct 31 to Nov 15, 2026 · Flight, Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising) and Antarctic Peninsula.
Where MS Roald Amundsen sails, month by month
MS Roald Amundsen sails from Buenos Aires from December 2026 to April 2027 and from October to November 2027, Vancouver from May to July 2027 and Anchorage (Whittier) from May to July 2027 on 9-, 11-, 12- and 15-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Antarctic Peninsula (65 calls), Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising, 35) and Coastal Cruising (Scenic, 22). It also has longer sailings of 16, 17, 18 and 24 nights from July to September 2027.
- Dec 2026Buenos Aires · 2 sailings15 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027Buenos Aires · 1 sailing11 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027Buenos Aires · 1 sailing15 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027Buenos Aires · 2 sailings15 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027Buenos Aires · 1 sailing14 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027Vancouver · 2 sailings9, 12 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Vancouver · 2 sailings9, 12 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Vancouver · 3 sailings9, 12, 17 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Seattle · 1 sailing24 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Bayonne (Cape Liberty) · 2 sailings16, 18 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Buenos Aires · 1 sailing11 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Buenos Aires · 1 sailing15 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Hurtigruten may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's MS Roald Amundsen sailings with prices.
MS Roald Amundsen at a glance
MS Roald Amundsen is a Hurtigruten cruise ship. It entered service in 2019 (7 years ago). It carries 530 passengers and 150 crew, about 3.5 passengers per crew member. At 20,890 gross tons and 140 m (459 ft) long, it is a small ship with 11 decks and 265 cabins. It was built by Kleven Verft, Ulsteinvik, Norway and sails under the flag of Norway.
MS Roald Amundsen is an 11-deck expedition cruise ship operated by Hurtigruten, built by Kleven Verft in Ulsteinvik, Norway. The vessel accommodates 530 passengers, making it a relatively intimate ship designed for exploration-focused voyages.
Named after the renowned Norwegian polar explorer, the Roald Amundsen reflects Hurtigruten's commitment to small-scale expedition cruising in remote destinations. The ship's manageable size allows access to ports and waterways that larger cruise ships cannot reach, making it well-suited for adventurous travelers seeking immersive, destination-focused experiences.
MS Roald Amundsen specs
- Built
- 2019
- Gross Tonnage
- 20,890 GT
- Length
- 140 m
- Passengers
- 530
- Cabins
- 265
- Crew
- 150
- Decks
- 11
- Builder
- Kleven Verft, Ulsteinvik, Norway
- Flag
- Norway
- Age
- 7 years old
- Size
- Small ship
- Space Ratio
- 39.4 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 3.5:1
- Fleet Rank
- 1st largest of 11
- Typical Cruise
- 15 nights
- Primary Region
- Antarctica
- Next Sailing
- Nov 14, 2026
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MS Roald Amundsen FAQ
Where is MS Roald Amundsen right now?
According to Hurtigruten's published itinerary, MS Roald Amundsen is scheduled to be in Antarctic Peninsula today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), on day 13 of a 15-night Antarctica cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego). Tomorrow it calls at Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising), and it ends in Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego) on November 15. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does MS Roald Amundsen sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, MS Roald Amundsen sails from Buenos Aires, Argentina from December 2026 to April 2027 and from October to November 2027, Vancouver, BC from May to July 2027 and Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska from May to July 2027 on 9-, 11-, 12- and 15-night cruises.
What ports does MS Roald Amundsen visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, MS Roald Amundsen calls most often at Antarctic Peninsula (65 calls), Drake Passage (Scenic Cruising, 35), Coastal Cruising (Scenic, 22) and Flight (15), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 65 ports in all.
How many passengers does MS Roald Amundsen carry?
MS Roald Amundsen carries 530 passengers in 265 cabins. It has 150 crew, about 3.5 passengers per crew member.
When was MS Roald Amundsen built and how old is it?
MS Roald Amundsen entered service in 2019, so it is 7 years old.
How big is MS Roald Amundsen?
MS Roald Amundsen is 20,890 gross tons and 140 m (459 ft) long, with 11 decks. That makes it a small ship.
How many crew work on MS Roald Amundsen?
MS Roald Amundsen has 150 crew.
Which cruise line operates MS Roald Amundsen?
MS Roald Amundsen is operated by Hurtigruten.
Where was MS Roald Amundsen built?
MS Roald Amundsen was built by Kleven Verft, Ulsteinvik, Norway.