Ms Fram Voyage Handbook 2019–2020

voyage handbook

MS FRAM VOYAGE HANDBOOK 2019–2020

1 Dear Adventurer 2

Dear adventurer Iceland 4

Svalbard 6 ––– Congratulations on booking inside information that will an extraordinary voyage on make your voyage even more board our vessel MS Fram. enjoyable. Greenland 10 ––– This handbook includes ––– The Norwegian explorer information on your chosen Northwest Passage 14 Roald Amundsen’s success as an destination. We hope you will explorer is often explained by find this inspiring. Canada 16 his thorough preparations before departure. He once said “victory ––– And yes – we promise to awaits him who has everything provide some adventure – in the North America 18 in order”. Being true to Amund- positive sense of the word. Content Caribbean & sen’s heritage of good planning, 20 we encourage you to read this ––– Welcome aboard for an Central America handbook. adventure of a lifetime. South America 24 ––– It will provide you with good Your Hurtigruten Team advice, practical information, Antarctica 28 and some inspiring pieces of Environmental 32 commitment

Important information 34

Frequently asked questions 35

Life on board MS Fram 36

Practical information before 44 and after voyage

Pack like an explorer 48

Our team on board 50

Landing by small boats 52

Important phone numbers 53

Maritime expressions 53

MS Fram deck plan 54

2 COVER FRONT PHOTO: © STIAN KLO 3 COVER BACK PHOTO: © DOMINIC BARRINGTON / HURTIGRUTEN © STEFAN DALL / HURTIGRUTEN / DALL STEFAN © adherest to the AECO(Associa- NATURE AND WILDLIFE The perfect tion of Arctic expedition Cruise Iceland is renowned for it’s bird Operators) guidelines. habitat and its diverse species destination for of which the most sought after HISTORY A rich and interesting are the Icelandic Gyrfalcon, explorers past, Iceland’s recorded history the Red-necked Phalarope and searching for the is of the settlement of Viking of course the Puffin. There are explorers with their slaves . It many species of whales due unexpected. was mostly Norsemen from to the rich food of the North Scandinavia and Celts from the Atlantic Ocean - these include iceland CLIMATE The average British Isles in the 9th and 10th minke whales and killer whales. temperatuure in spring is 8 to centuries - long after the rest of 10 Celsius. Weather is very Western Europe was settled. POPULATION Iceland is the changeable and visitors should most sparsely populated be prepared for the unexpected LANGUAGE The Icelandic country in Europe, with a pure, language is believed to have unpolluted, and truly magical CURRENCY The currency on changed little from the original landscape. The population of shore is Icelandic kroner (ISK). tongue spoken by the Norse Iceland is approx. 320,000 with Foreign currencies may be settlers. English and Danish is almost 120,000 inhabitants exchanged into local currency widely spoken and understood. living in the capital Reykjavik. at banks. Credit cards are The second largest city outside accepted in most places, but MEDICAL EMERGENCIES the capital region is Akureyri not international bank cards AND MEDICATION I with approx. 17,500 inhabit- (i.e. German EC Karte). We n case of a medical emergency ants. recommend having some cash in Iceland the only means of available for use at the small evacuation is by ambulance/ SHOPPING ASHORE Local villages. Please note that there airplane/helicopter to the specialities include woollen is no currency exchange service nearest town with a hospital. knitwear, handmade ceramics, on board. This is very expensive and glassware and Silver jewellery. dependent on favourable A refund of local Value-Added ENVIRONMENT It is prohibited weather conditions. Therefore, Tax (VAT) is available to all to pick Arctic flowers as the comprehensive travel/health visitors in Iceland. Special rules environment is very vulnera- insurance policy that also apply, please check upon arrival ble and the flowering season covers medical evacuation is in Iceland. very short. Please be aware of obligatory. where you step and remember TIME ZONE Iceland is on to follow the paths. It is MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) strictly prohibited to walk into There is GSM coverage on most throughout the year, and does © SHUTTERSTOCK HURTIGRUTEN © / cultural/ historical remains. of Iceland including all towns not change to daylight saving Please follow the instructions and villages with more than time. of the guide/expedition team. 200 inhabitants. Iceland, where the ground is so hot it venti- Hurtigruten, as a full member, lates through hot springs, volcano © KARSTEN BIDSTRUP / HURTIGRUTEN eruptions and fiery saga tales. ––– Mythical Iceland is the land of ice and fire, with glaciers and volcanos side by side. The nature offers stunning landscapes, geysers and impressive waterfalls.

4 5 © KARSTEN BIDSTRUP / HURTIGRUTEN / KARSTEN © BIDSTRUP local currency. Credit cards are Our compliance rests on a Located on the accepted in most places. Please good cooperation with you note that there is no currency as a traveller and we will southern fringe exchange service on board . spend some time early in our voyages briefing you about the of the frozen ENVIRONMENT Hurtigruten’s guidelines applicable to your Arctic Ocean, MS Fram and her skilled crew specific trip. offer life-affirming experiences Svalbard offers close to nature’s most spectac- HISTORY Since Willem SVALBARD ular landscapes, genuine Barentz’ discovery of Svalbard Expedition cultures, exceptional people, in 1596, several nationali- and amazing wildlife. Preserv- ties have explored, hunted landings, hikes, ing these resources in their and managed industries in natural, unspoiled condition this Arctic Archipelago. The kayaking and is our priority - you will always Svalbard treaty dated 1920, experience the highest environ- signed by 43 member countries, other activities mental awareness on board and gives Norway sovereignty over ashore. Svalbard. in the largest IAATO and AECO: Hurtigruten Arctic wilder- is a full member of the Associ- MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND ation of Arctic Expedition MEDICATION ness in Europe. Cruise Operators (www.aeco. In case of a medical emergency no) which is an international outside Longyearbyen, the CLIMATE Despite its northerly organization ensuring that only means of evacuation is location (74º to 81º north) tourism in the Arctic is carried by helicopter to Longyearbyen Svalbard has a relatively out with the utmost considera- Hospital. If any condition mild climate. Due to the Gulf tion for the vulnerable natural cannot be treated here, the Stream,Spitsbergen’s west environment, local cultures patient is sent to the Norwegian coast is the world’s most and cultural remains, as well mainland. This is very northerly ice-free area. The as the challenging environment expensive and dependent on average summer temperature at sea and on land. In addition, favourable weather conditions, is 6º C and the coldest winter Hurtigruten is a full member of therefore, comprehensive month of March has an average the International Association travel/ health insurance policy temperature of minus 14ºC. of Antarctica Tour Operators that also covers medical There is little rain, but the moist (www.iaato.org), which evacuation is obligatory. Svalbard has more than 3000 Polar bears and fewer than 3000 people. air from the sea can cause a promotes safe and environ- light drizzle and fog during the mentally responsible travel to MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Remote, mysterious, and extreme, the island of Spitsbergen is the crown of summer. Antarctica. Mobile phones can only be © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER Arctic Norway; a land forged by ice and wind, ocean, and snow that presents As members in these organiza- used in area around Longyear- CURRENCY The currency in tions we comply to guidelines byen and Barentsburg. There us with a spectacular range of unforgettable adventures. With its location right Svalbard is Norwegian Kroner that often goes above and is no cellular reception during on the edges of the ever frozen Arctic Ocean, the warmer currents of the Gulf (NOK). We suggest you bring beyond legal requirements. most of the sailing. The ship Stream meet the cold air and water from the north. This Archipelago holds © STEFAN DALL / HURTIGRUTEN fascinating histories of the polar heroes of the north, and cultural heritage from the coal mining era as well as the history of exploration, hunting and whaling. Wildlife is rich, both at sea and on land; whales, seals, reindeer, polar fox, and a rich variety of birds. And of course the king of the Arctic – the polar bear. You can leave your watch in your cabin. North of the Arctic Circle the day has no beginning or end. The Midnight Sun brings out magical colours in the surrounding landscape. The soft rays of the low-hanging sun bathe it all in a wonderful palette of pink, purple, yellow, and orange and create unforgettable memories. 6 7 © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER HURTIGRUTEN HELLAND/ NINA © uses satellite phones. If someone POPULATION The population of the arrival of up to 120 researchers, back home need to reach you in an Svalbard is approximately 2800. technicians, and field assistants. emergency, we kindly ask you to Longyearbyen is the largest settle- give out the emergency numbers ment in the islands and also the SHOPPING ASHORE Svalbard is listed in your travel information seat of the governor. The town has a tax-free area which means that that you have received additionally. a hospital,primary and secondary many commodities are cheaper here We will from there be able to give schools, university, sports centre than on the Norwegian mainland. messages to the ship. Note that with a swimming pool, library, Longyearbyen has a variety of shops these numbers only are to be used in cultural centre, cinema, bus selling everything from perfumes case of an emergency. transport, hotels, a bank and several to outdoor- and sports equipment, museums. The newspaper Svalbard- gifts and souvenirs. Norwegian NATURE AND WILDLIFE In order posten is published weekly. Svalbard Kroner (NOK) is used all over to preserve nature and wildlife on is among the safest places on Earth, Svalbard, also in the Russian settle- Svalbard, 65 % of the Archipelago with virtually no crime. Barentsburg ment Barentsburg. Credit cards is protected through national parks, is the second largest settlement in are accepted in Longyearbyen as nature reserves and bird sanctu- Svalbard with about 500 inhabit- well as on board MS Spitsbergen aries. There are only three land ants, almost entirely Russian and (Visa, American Express, Diners mammals on Svalbard: polar bear, Ukrainian. The Russian-owned and Master- Card). Please note Svalbard reindeer and the Arctic Arktikugol has been mining coal credit cards payments will all be fox. In the sea however there are here since 1932, and during the processed in NOK on MS Spitsber- walrus, ringed seals, bearded seals, cold war Barentsburg was a hotbed gen. Credit cards that are used to Greenland seals, hooded seals, of activity. Ny-Ålesund is one of make payments on board have to white-nose dolphins, narwhals, the world’s north ernmost settle- be valid for at least three months white whales and killer whales. ments, inhabited by a permanent afterthe journey has ended. There is There is a rich bird life on the island population of approximately 30-35 also a cash dispenser in the centre of and more than 100 species have people who work for one of the Longyearbyen. In Barentsburg and

been registered. Surprisingly the research stations or the logistics and Pyramiden they only accept cash HURTIGRUTEN / DALL STEFAN ©

flora is very diverse for somewhere supply company “Kings Bay AS”, in Norwegian Kroner (NOK), USD, © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN this far north. which ‘owns’ and runs the research or Euro. We recommend our guests village. In the summer the activity bring cash in NOK for use ashore. in NyÅlesund is greatly increased by © STEFAN DALL / HURTIGRUTEN

8 9 soft rays of the low-hanging sun German EC Karte). Please note A green and bathe it all in wonderful palette that there is no money exchange of pink, purple, yellow, and or- service on board. white oasis in ange and create unforgettable the middle of memories. Greenland`s culture ENVIRONMENT It is prohibit- greenland is shaped by the extreme con- ed to pick Arctic flowers as the the rough sea, ditions people are living in and environment is very vulnerable the rich resources provided by and the flowering season is very with exception- nature. Traditional life as seal- short. ers and hunters in small isolated Please be aware of where you al interaction communities is reflected in to- step and remember to follow day´s language, music, myths, the paths. It is strictly prohib- between man clothing, food, and homes. ited to walk into cultural/his- Musch Much is now history, but torical remains. Please follow and nature the cultural roots are strong and the instructions of the guide/ alive, and easily visible for the expedition team. Hurtigruten, Greenland is in a little world of visitor to Greenland as a full member, adheres to the its own. Probably best known AECO (Asso¬ciation of Arctic for the icecap, the glaciers, and CLIMATE The average tempera- Expedition Cruise Operators) the icebergs, Greenland is also ture in summer is 5 to 10 Celsius. guidelines. about alpine mountains, beau- It varies between sun, fog, and tiful Arctic flowers, deep fjords, low clouds. There is usually lit- HISTORY Greenland’s history and dramatic cliffs. Wildlife tle rain. is of a life under extreme Arctic thrives here, both at sea and on conditions and has an ice cap land; whales, seals, reindeer, CURRENCY The currency on covering approximately 80 per- Musk ox, and a rich variety of shore is Danish kroner (DKK). cent of the island which restricts birds. And in the northern part Foreign currencies may be ex- human acitivity moastly to the the king of the Arctic rules – the changed into local currency coastal areas. The Vikings set- polar bear. at banks but few banks are to tled on the world’s largest island You may leave your watch in be found during our voyages. at the end of the 10th century, your cabin. North of the arctic It is advisable to bring cash and the ancestors of the Inuit Circle the day has no beginning to Greenland in DKK for use Greenlanders, who live there or end. The Midnight Sun gives ashore. Credit cards are ac- now appear to have migrated magical colours to the icebergs cepted in some places, but not around 1200AD. and surrounding landscape. The international bank cards (i.e. Greenland is a land of contrasts and offers HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER © MADS PIHL - VISIT GREENLAND / HURTIGRUTEN unique encounters with isolated Inuit communities. ––– Colossal icebergs calve from the inland ice sheet against a backdrop of green mountains, long fjords and beautiful wild flowers. A rich variety of animal life add to its splendour, including sea mammals, game, and birds by the million. Still, the best description of what Greenland is all about is the Greenlandic name of the world’s biggest island: Kalaallit Nunaat –the “Land of the people”. © THOMAS HALTNER / HURTIGRUTEN / HALTNER THOMAS ©

10 11 situated on the west coast. There are TIME ZONE GMT - 4 hours / Iceland 18 towns and 120 villages in which the GMT - 2 hours. Example: Norway rest of the population lives. Green- 12:00 - Greenland 8:00 landic settlements have between 50 – 500 inhabitants

LANGUAGE Greenland is bilingual er conditions. Therefore, comprehen- NATURE AND WILDLIFE The majority with Greenlandic being the main lan- sive travel/health insurance policy of Greenland is covered by ice caps guage and Danish the second. that also covers medical evacuation is which make it inhospitable to most obligatory. Please note that there is a forms of life but the terrain and wa- LOCALS Please respect the locals by limited number of hospitals in Green- ters manage to support a wide variety asking them before taking their pho- land – only the larger towns have a of plant and animal species. Some tographs. Some do not like to have hospital and the settlements might familiar land mammals include the their photo taken. Please do not give only have a nurse. It is not possible Arctic hare and fox, musk ox and the candy, gifts or money to the local to have regular visits to the hospital – caribou. There are nearly two million children unless permission is given by only for emergencies, as there is a lack seals inhabiting the coast with numer- their parents. of doctors in Greenland. ous whale species forming part of the rich marine life. The world’s largest MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Using national park is in the northeastern MEDICATION In case of a medical your mobile phone with roaming can part of the country. emergency in Greenland the only be very expensive. Please check with means of evacuation is by airplane/ your mobile provider before travel- POPULATION The population of helicopter to the nearest town with ling. Access to wifi varies from des- Greenland is approx 57,000 with al- a hospital and if they are not able to tination to destination and changes most 15,000 inhabitants living in the handle the situation, the patient is rapidly . capital Nuuk. The second largest city sent to Nuuk. This is very expensive is Sisimiut (approx. 5000 inhabitants) and dependent on favourable weath- followed by Ilulissat and Qaqortoq, all

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CLIMATE We can expect around plorers over the years. Since the very expensive and dependent 0 Degree Celsius when we are late 15th century, the search for on favourable weather condi- sailing in the Northwest Pas- this fabled seaway through the tions. Therefore, comprehen- sage. Canadian Arctic was a holy grail sive travel/health insurance for hardy adventurers. There policy that also covers medical CURRENCY The currency in are records of almost 40 expe- evacuation is obligatory. Canada is Canadian dollar ($). ditions that sailed these waters, Credit cards might be accepted either to explore this unknown MOBILE PHONES ASHORE in some places. We do recom- territory or to find the sea route Using your mobile phone with mend you to bring some cash in to Asia. roaming can be very expensive. smaller notes. Please note that The first recorded attempt was Please check with your mobile there is no money Exchange ser- the voyage of John Cabot in provider before travelling. Ac- vice on board. 1497. The most famous journey cess to wifi varies from destina- here was James Cook’s failed tion to destination and changes ENVIRONMENT It is prohibit- attempt to sail the Passage in rapidly. Being at the top of the world means sailing in the midst of ed to pick Arctic flowers as the 1776, and of course the ill-fated © KARSTEN BIDSTRUP / HURTIGRUTEN / KARSTEN © BIDSTRUP ice. On this voyage, like the voyages of the explorers before environment is very vulnera- Franklin expedition of 1845. The NATURE AND WILDLIFE An area ble and the flowering season is first to conquer the Northwest rich in wildlife with hopefully us, we will go where the ice allows. No matter where we very short. Please be aware of Passage by ship was Norwegian sightings of polar bears, narwhal where you step and remember explorer Roald Amundsen on an and beluga whales. sail or what we will see, we can promise a safe and thrilling to follow the paths. It is strictly expedition that lasted from 1903 expedition. After all, we sail into the Northwest Passage, prohibited to walk into cultural/ to 1906, aboard the converted POPULATION Cambridge Bay historical remains. Please follow herring boat Gjøa. is the largest stop for passenger something few ships even attempt today. The perfect des- the instructions of the guide/ and research vessels trying to Expedition team. Hurtigruten, LANGUAGE Canada has two of- traverse the Northwest Passage. tination for explorers searching for the unexpected. This as a full member, adheres to the ficial languages - being English In 2016 Cambridge Bay had is an expedition where the elements rule, and the weather, AECO (Association of Arctic and French. 1766 inhabitants. Expedition Cruise Operators) wind and ice conditions will determine our final schedule. guidelines. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES TIME ZONE The ship will oper- AND MEDICATION In case of ate according to the local time Safety is paramount and the captain will decide the sailing HISTORY Connecting the Pa- a medical emergency in the during the voyage. Information itinerary during the voyage. Therefore , this itinerary is just cific and Atlantic Oceans, the Northwest Passage the only will be given on board. Northwest Passage is a beautiful method of evacuation is by air- an indication of what you can experience, and why every and unforgiving route, having plane or helicopter to the near- claimed the lives of many ex- est town with a hospital. This is

expedition with Hurtigruten is unique. HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER

14 15 HISTORY There is a proud, centuries course, not to mention the beaver ”From small old culture with strong influences – Canada’s national symbol. Cana- settlements, to combining various customs and tra- da’s saltwater coastline, including ditions from the British, Scottish, all measurable islands, amounts of large vibrant Gaelic and of course French. With over 243 000km. Along the extensive canada much of the area originally belonging coastline there are plenty of species cities, Canada's to the French, the royal French colo- of whales, including the orca (killer ny of Acadia was established in 1604, whale). Beluga and humpback blue size and diversity being strategically placed for a gate- whales are found along with the plan- way to North America. This caused et’s largest animal – the blue whale, makes it the numerous wars between the British weighing the equivalent of approxi- settlers and the Acadians before the mately 30 elephants. ideal explorers British took control over the area in 1714 before deporting all French col- POPULATION Over 37 million people destination“ onists ( Acadians). reside in Canada which is divided into ten provinces and three territories. CLIMATE Throughout Canada, the LANGUAGE Canada has two official The majority live in concentrated region of Atlantic Canada is prone to languages - English and French. Most areas near to the Canada-US border. have the most variable and harsh cli- Canadians speak English whilst near- mates. Winters are generally long and ly all French-speakers live in Quebec TIME ZONE Canada has 6 standard can be mild in some areas, with others province. time zones - Halifax GMT-3 experiencing extreme cold and heavy snowfall. During spring and at the MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Using QUEBEC has also played an important beginning of summer there is quite your mobile phone with roaming can role in French history and now occu- often fog and summers are quite cool be very expensive. Please check with pies much of the land where French with the average temperature in July your mobile provider before travel- settlers founded the colony of Cana- reaching just 18°C. The central region ling. Access to wifi varies from des- da (New France) in the 17th and 18th of Quebec has a subarctic climate and tination to destination and changes centuries with the population being winters tend to be long and among rapidly. predominantly French speaking. the coldest in Eastern Canada. Sum- mers are warm but extremely short. NATURE AND WILDLIFE With its extensive forests, immense mountain CURRENCY Canada; Canadian dol- ranges and numerous wetlands, Can- lar ($). ATMs widely available. Credit ada boasts a pristine wilderness along cards accepted at most hotels, res- with various and unique habitats. taurants and shops. Please note that Canada is renowned for its numer- there is no money exchange service ous mammals such as the black bear, on board. American bison, caribou and various types of deer such as the moose. Of

provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and

Prince Edward Island, along with Newfoundland and Labrador – the easternmost province.

––Even though Quebec shares the Atlantic coast it does

not form part of Atlantic Canada but is rather its own province and is pre-dominantly French speaking.

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SEAMAN HURTIGRUTEN / CAMILLE ©

Explore a range MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Using your mobile phone with roaming of intriguing can be very expensive. Please check with your mobile provider destinations before travelling. Access to wifi varies from destination to desti- and dramatic nation and changes rapidly. landscapes in NORTH AMERICA NATURE AND WILDLIFE A diverse landscape forms the North America North-eastern United States var- ying from fertile farmland to the rocky coastline with jagged cliffs CLIMATE Due to the vastness rising high above the water as of the area, the North-eastern well as beautiful sandy beaches. states experiences a range of These assorted habitats provide climates with some areas prone the necessary diversity for the to heavy rainfall and snow. The numerous species of mammals, coastal region generally has reptiles and amphibians as well © HURTIGRUTEN warm and humid summers with as marine life. the interior experiencing cold and snowy winters. A region rich with wildlife including deer, with moose and CURRENCY USA; US Dollar ($) white-tailed deer also featured ATMs widely available. Credit prominently. Predatory mam- cards accepted at most hotels, mals include the Canada lynx, restaurants and shops. Please bobcats and coyotes with the note that there is no money ex- largest predatory mammal being change service on board. the black bear. There are also several species of marine ani- HISTORY The first European to mals such as whales (sperm and explore the Atlantic coastline beluga), turtles, seals as well as dates back as far as 1524 when dolphins. Giovanni da Verrazzano ven¬- tured along the coast now known POPULATION The current pop- as Florida up to New Brunswick. ulation of North America is over However, the first Europeans 364 million - which is the equiv- © SHUTTERSTOCK to settle in New England came alent to nearly 5% of the worlds over from England where they population . landed in what is now known as Massachusetts in 1620 followed SHOPPING ASHORE There is by further settlers establishing sales tax which is added to mer- © MAGNE JACOBSEN / HURTIGRUTEN / JACOBSEN MAGNE © Connecticut and Providence in chandise and food in the U.S. but 1636. Massachusetts was one of is not on the price displayed. the main colonies involved in The coastline of North America’s eastern seaboard offers dramatic nature, the events leading up to breaking TIME ZONE There are 9 time rich culture and fascinating historic sites. away from the British Empire. zones across North America and the ship will observe local times ––– Bordered by Canada to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, LANGUAGE The most wide- in each port. ly spoken languages in North the North-eastern United States comprises of 9 states, which were all America include English, Span- among the original settlement colonies in the seventeenth century before ish and French .

becoming part of the United States of America in 1776.

18 19 CLIMATE Central America lies fully change and not recommended. Ger- was signed, but lost again after civil within the tropics, yet has at least a man EC-Karten are not accepted. Note war twenty years later. The US-funded dozen climatic zones. The region has that most vendors prefer small bills and United Fruit Company took control in a tropical humid climate. It has no real exact change. 1899 as the banana industry boomed. winter; even the coldest month averag- After more than 200 years of social es above 18 °C, with summers of 27 to ENVIRONMENT According to interna- unrest, violent conflicts and revolution, 28 °. The temperatures can vary signif- tional laws trading endangered wildlife Central America remains in a period of icantly, in the mountains it can be cool is prohibited. political transformation. There are no and rainy while it is humid and hot at Please remember, any kind of pur- international or internal wars in Cen- the beaches. The wet season is typical- chase of sea-turtle products, snake or tral America at the present. ly from June through November result- cat skin, corals, orchids etc. contributes ing in lush vegetation. In general the to the further hunting and exploitation LANGUAGE Spanish is the main spoken Caribbean side receives about twice as of endangered species and is therefore language in all seven Central American much rainfall as the Pacific region. We strictly forbidden. countries and in Mexico. Belize is the recommend bringing sun protection, only exception with English being the swim wear, hat, mosquito repellent HISTORY There is scant evidence of official language. Moreover are there and waterproof clothes. human life in Central America be- many different languages spoken by fore 8000 BC. Before the arrival of indigenous people. English is spoken in CURRENCY In general it is recom- the Europeans, Central America was touristic areas. mended to use the local currency for home to various nomadic and seden- each country within Central America. tary cultures. The Mayans and Aztecs MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND MED- ATMs are common. The Cirrus (Mas- were the most notable of the indig- ICATION The following list is only a tercard) and Plus (Visa) network work enous people of Mesoamerica who recommendation for vaccines when here. Look at the back of your card to inhabited the northern areas. Other travelling to Central America. We CARIBBEAN & see which network you are on. Be sure Indian cultures brought influences recommend: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, to know your PIN-number and daily from North and South America to the Diphtheria, Tetanus. Malaria risk var- withdrawal limit before you depart. isthmus. After Christopher Columbus, ies by region and season. A Yellow Fe- Check with your bank for possible fees. the Spanish sent many expeditions to ver vaccination card is often required In addition, US dollar notes in small de- the region and began their conquest of if you have travelled to South America nominations are a good backup as they Maya territory in 1523. The last Maya prior to travelling to Central America. CENTRAL AMERICA are accepted in all Central American kingdoms were defeated in 1697. The Please consult your doctor and/or visit countries. In Panama the dollar is the Miskito, Rama and other tribes have a travel clinic at least 6-8 weeks before official currency, next to the Balboa. survived to the present. In 1821 the Act you travel. Traveller’s cheques are difficult to -ex of Independence of Central America © CAMILLE SEAMAN / HURTIGRUTEN © HURTIGRUTEN

There is no location in Central America that is more than 200 km from the sea. Central America, southernmost region of North America, lies between Mexico and South America and comprises of Belize, Costa Rica, EL Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama . © SHUTTERSTOCK HURTIGRUTEN © /

20 21 MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Using of them being more than 3700m high. POPULATION Around 48 million peo- TIME ZONE In Central America the your mobile phone with roaming can Lots of them are active and erupt from ple live in Central America and over countries of Belize, Costa Rica, El be very expensive. Please check with time to time often in combination with 130 million in Mexico. The region of Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and your mobile provider before travel- earthquakes. Geographically Central the continent is very rich in terms of Nicaragua are UTC - 6 and Panama is ling. Access to wifi varies from des- America belongs to North America. ethnic groups. Guatemala is the only UTC - 5. No country in Central Amer- tination to destination and changes Its seven countries are diverse with country though with the majority ica is currently using daylight saving rapidly. lush rain and cloud forests, lakes, being indigenous people. The main time. Mexico uses four time zones, mountain ranges, sandy beaches and religion in Central America is catholi- from north west to south east: Pacific NATURE AND WILDLIFE Central a very high biodiversity, boasting 7% cism, which is often mixed with indig- Time Zone (UTC -8), Mountain Time America is a region composed of of the world’s biodiversity. Especially enous and African traditions. Zone (UTC -7), Central Time Zone 7 different countries located to the in spring and autumn migratory birds (UTC -6), Eastern Time Zone (UTC south of Mexico and north of South can be seen in very high concentra- SHOPPING ASHORE Sales and import -5). Daylight saving time applies from America. The area has coastline along tion. Lots of plant and animal species taxes have already been figured into the first Sunday in April to the last Sun- the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean are endemic and often threathened the display price at most stores and day in October. Sea. Central America extends in an by deforestation. Costa Rica as the shops. Bargaining is not accepted in arc roughly 1835km long from north country with the highest amount of bi- shops, but might be accepted on mar- to south and at its narrowest point, the odiversity with over 13600 plants and kets. Please remember though that Panama Canal, it is only 50km wide. animal species has protected almost the majority of people are poor and Most of its countries are of volcanic or- 25% of of its area. The other countries highly dependent on their sales. igin. The plateau highlands culminate are following its good example. in over 40 volcanic cones with some

22 23 CLIMATE The climate of South etc. contributes to the further LANGUAGE Spanish in various Americas west coast is greatly hunting and exploitation of en- dialects is the main spoken influenced by the Humboldt dangered species and is there- language in Chile, Peru, Ecua- ocean current which keeps the fore stricktly forbidden. dor and Colombia. The South Pacific refreshingly cold even in American Spanish differs from summer. HISTROY South American his- the Europeen Spanish as other tory is still relatively unknown. words are often used. English CURRENCY Except for Ecuador, Scientists found evidence of life is spoken in touristic areas. In which uses the US dollar, all dating back to 8000 BC. The Southern Chile German and other countries have their own settlement Caral in Peru is, with Mapuche is spoken in some ar- currency. Exchange rates can approx. 4600 years, one of the eas. Quechua and Aymara are differ from day to day. In gener- oldest towns of the continent. official languages in several real, it is recommended to use the The Inca civilization dominat- gions of Peru. In Ecuador Kich- local currency for each country. ed the Andes region from 1438 wa is spoken widely and also ATMs are common. The Cirrus to 1533 with their capital being Colombia officially recognizes (Mastercard) and Plus (Visa) Cusco in Peru. This highly de- all indigenous languages. network work here. Look at the veloped empire of approx. 14 back of your card to see which million people left precise and MEDICAL EMERGENCIES network you are on. Be sure to unmatched stonework as can be AND MEDICATION know your PIN-number and dai- seen in Macchu Picchu and in The following list is only a rec- ly withdrawal limit before you the Sacred Valley. ommendation for vaccines depart. Check with your bank The Spanish and Portugese were when travelling to South Amer- for possible fees. In addition, US the first who founded colonies in ica. We recommend: Hepatitis dollar notes in small denomina- South America, followed by the A/B, Typhoid, Diphtheria, Teta- tions are a good backup as they British and Dutch. The tensions nus, Polio. Malaria risk varies by are widely accepted in all South between colonial countries in region and season. Please note American countries. Traveller’s Europe, indigenous peoples, that for some countries and re- cheques are difficult to exchange and escaped slaves shaped gions, such as Colombia and the and not recommended. German South America from the 16th to Peruvian jungle, Yellow Fever EC-Karten are not accepted. the 19th century. Revolutionary is required and you must have Note that most vendors prefer movements and right-wing mil- your vaccination card with you. small bills and exact change. itary dictatorships became com- Please consult your doctor and/ mon after WWII, however since or visit a travel clinic at least 6-8 ENVIRONMENT According to the 1980s, a wave of democrati- weeks before you travel. SOUTH AMERICA international laws trading en- sation came through the conti- We recommend using a good in- dangered wildlife is prohibited. nent and the democratic rule is sect repellent in tropical regions. Please remember, any kind of widespread now. If your pre- or post- voyage pro- purchase of sea-turtle products, gram includes the Andes, please snake or cat skin, corals, orchids inform yourself about altitude © KARSTEN BIDSTRUP / HURTIGRUTEN / KARSTEN © BIDSTRUP

Chile, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia – the immense west coast of South America is marked by fjords, the Andean mountains, lively metropoles, sunny beaches and an enormous amount of species.

24 25 © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER sickness which can be felt from an guins, sea lions, six species of seals, SHOPPING ASHORE Sales and im- altitude of 2400 m above sea level. Chilean dolphins and an abundant port taxes have already been figured whale population. A staggering 19% into the display price at most stores MOBILE PHONES ASHORE Using of the country are conservation are- and shops. Bargaining is not accep- your mobile phone with roaming can as. One of the largest and most im- ted in shops, but might be accepted be very expensive. Please check with portant national parks is Torres del on markets. your mobile provider before travel- Paine in Patagonia. ling. Access to wifi varies from des- Peru hosts approx. 500 mammal TIME ZONE Mainland Chile is divid- tination to destination and changes species of which a staggering 70 are ed into two time zones. The Southern rapidly. endemic. Scientists continue to cata- part including Magallanes and Pata- logue new species every year, mainly gonia are on UTC - 3 the whole year, NATURE AND WILDLIFE The nature birds. Its coastline is home to many whereas continental Chile, which is and wildlife of western South Amer- marine mammals, such as sea lions, most of the country use UTC - 4 in ica is as diverse as its landscapes, fur seals, dolphins and whales. winter and -3 in summer. Peru and geography and people. In all four As a country of tropical rainforests, Colombia are year around on UTC -5 countries with its coastlines, Ande- Andes mountain ranges, dry forests and Ecuador on UTC -6 . an Mountains and jungle regions, and mangroves, Ecuador is one of there are many opportunities to ex- the most species-rich countries in the perience unique flora and fauna. Co- world with one example being the lombia alone is home to over 1800 approx. 120 hummingbird species. species of birds, which is more than Europe and North America have POPULATION With almost 400 mil- combined. lion inhabitants South America is Chile is home to a variety of eco- home to 6% of the world’s popula- systems due to its enormous long, tion. stretched out shape. The country’s With an increasing urbanisation, coast provides the perfect habitat metropoles, mostly close to the for Rockhopper and Magellanic pen- coast, have depeloped rapidly.

26 27 the shorelines, keeping a sharp For more information, see equip- Antarctica eye on all movements, the breath ment list. of the humpback whale that is contains heard in the distance followed by CURRENCY & CREDIT CARDS frantic turning of heads trying to Argentinian pesos are used in 90 % of the locate it. Argentina, Chilean pesos are world’s ice We are proud to be your choice for used in Chile. US dollars may be your experience of a lifetime. exchanged into local currency at ANTARCTICA either banks or Money Exchange

Most of this ice is part of the ice BUENOS AIRES Buenos Aires kiosks, at the open market ex- sheet that covers the land mass, is a beautiful mix of European change rate of the day. Some which is approximately 14 million style city and cosmopolitan me- shops might accept US cash, square kilometres (5.4 million tropolis. It’s an elegant city with though this is not a common prac- sq miles) – the combined area of a ragged edge. Buenos Aires is tice. You can also withdraw cash France, Spain, and Germany is somehow strangely familiar, but from ATM’s using your credit only a tenth of this. Every win- at the same time unlike any oth- card and PIN code. When visiting ter parts of the Southern Ocean er city in the world. In between the Falkland Islands local pounds freeze over and effectively double designer boutiques, smart neigh- (FIP) are used as well as pound the ice-covered area. This freeze bourhoods and grand parks you sterling. is the largest seasonal natural will find buzzing street life. The When landing in Antarctica some phenomenon on the planet. The classic Buenos Aires is very much bases do accept USD cash only. In cold water current circling the alive: the old-world cafés, coloni- Port Lockroy, the following cur- continent cuts it off from warmer al architecture, fun outdoor mar- rencies are accepted : GBP, USD, climatic zones. kets and diverse communities. Euro, and major credit cards Antarctica is in all aspects isolat- Buenos Aires is all about steaks, (for purchases above 100 USD). ed from the outside world and antiques, tango and shopping… Please note that there is no mon- travelers will understand what and so much more. We highly rec- ey exchange service on board. this means when they experience ommend you join an excursion “the windiest, the coldest, the dri- that will take you around the city ENVIRONMENT Given its isola- est, and the highest continent”. to enjoy the most attractive sights tion, the Antarctic environment Someone once said: “The person and authentic experiences of the is probably the most pristine nat- who is able to express the feeling metropolis. ural environment on the planet. of being in Antarctica in words For visitors this fact comes with has probably not been there.” CLIMATE Antarctica is the wind- a set of obligations – the most Antarctica has no permanent iest, coldest, driest and highest important and general is to leave human inhabitants, is home to continent on Earth. On the Ant- no traces behind. The Antarctic millions of penguins, is the feed- arctic Peninsula, which is the area Treaty and IAATO prohibit- Antarctica is unlike anything you’ve ever ex- ing area for thousands of whales we sail in, the temperatures av- ing more than 100 people to be © DOMINIC BARRINGTON / HURTIGRUTEN HURTIGRUTEN / DOMINIC BARRINGTON © perienced. in the Austral summer, and is a erage 0-5 degrees Celsius during ashore simultaneously strictly continent dedicated to science summer (November – March). regulate human traffic in Antarc- ––– This is the most remote place on earth, and peace. The continent is pro- During your journey tempera- tica. All guests will be given in- tected by the Antarctic Treaty of tures will vary from warm sum- structions on how to behave when where nature is in absolute command. 1959 – however, pre-treaty, eight mer in Buenos Aires (30°C/ 86°F) on shore in Antarctica. Antarctic Where rare wildlife is unafraid of humans. nations made claims to portions to winter (around 0°C/ 32°F) in Treaty Recommendation XVIII-1 of Antarctica – Norway has the Antarctica. Expect periods of and IAATO guidelines are man- Where Hurtigruten has an unparalleled second largest claim, second high winds when in Antarctica – datory and must be followed. only to Australia. The one-and- cold air travels down the glaciers Please see “PROTECT THE level of expertise to take you into pristine a-half-day crossing of the Drakes and ice-shelves. These are called ANTARCTIC ENVIRONMENT wilderness and raise your journey to a Passage is just what is needed to katabatic winds and can occur FROM INVASIVE SPECIES” sec- prepare travelers for Antarctica. when you least expect it. tion of this handbook for details. whole new level. You have time to think and learn about what lies ahead. The giant CLOTHING According to IAA- EXCURSIONS On the Falkland tabular icebergs broken off the TO regulations and to avoid any Islands local suppliers provide edge of the Antarctic mainland, transmission of diseases to the excursions with local guides. the shoals of penguins swimming vulnerable eco-system in Antarc- These excursions can be booked out to sea to hunt for krill, the tor- tica, we ask our travellers to bring in advance and on board the ship pedo-like leopard seal patrolling clean clothes to wear ashore. subject to availability. © HURTIGRUTEN HURTIGRUTEN © 28 29 Pre and post excursions in The first International Geophysi- MONTEVIDEO Montevideo is In addition, around 30,000 tourists Buenos Aires & Ushuaia can cal Year IGY was 1957-1958 when Uruguay’s capital and biggest visit the area during summer. be booked beforehand and at 12 nations built more than 60 city, a vibrant and multifaceted Hospitality desks at Emperador research stations in Antarctica place with rich cultural life. Lo- TIME ZONE Antarctica sits on every Hotel and NH City Hotel Bue- and formed the beginning of an cated at the north shore of the line of longitude, due to the South Pole nos Aires subject to availability. international cooperation. In Río de la Plata estuary, the city being situated near the middle of the Unfortunately, excursions are 1961 the Antarctic Treaty came wears many faces; from its in- continent. Theoretically Antarctica not adapted for handicapped into effect. dustrial port, over the colonial would be located in all time zones; travellers. homes and landmarks to the ex- however, areas south of the Antarctic IAATO MEDICAL clusive beachside suburb of Car- Circle experience extreme day-night HISTORY It was the ancient QUESTIONNAIRE To comply rasco near the airport. cycles during the June and December Greeks who first came up with with IAATO and Hurtigruten AS The Plaza Indepedencia (Inde- solstices, making it difficult to deter- the idea of Antarctica. They regulations all guests must have pendence Square) is the heart mine which time zone would be ap- knew about the Arctic – named completed the IAATO medi- of Montevideo and separates propriate. For practical purposes time Arktos – The Bear, from the con- cal questionnaire including a the city’s downtown from the zones are usually based on territorial stellation the great bear, and de- confirmation of fitness to travel Ciudad Vieja (old town). Most claims; however, many stations use the cided that in order to balance the from your doctor. You must take touristic places are located in time of the country they are owned by world there should be a similar the completed questionnaire on the Ciudad Vieja area. It offers or the time zone of their supply base. cold southern land mass that was board and deliver it to the ship’s several museums, art galleries, Nearby stations can have different the same but the opposite “Ant - doctor. Guests without the com- art deco buildings, the famous time zones, due to them belonging to Arktos” - opposite The Bear. pleted questionnaire will be re- Palacio Salvo, the neoclassical different countries. Many areas have In 1773 James Cook circumnav- fused embarkation. Solís Theatre and the Mercado no time zone since nothing is decided igated Antarctica and although del Puerto (Harbour Market), a and there are not even any temporary he did not sight land, he found IMMIGRATION Please ensure former stall market now filled settlements that have any clocks. They deposits of rock on the icebergs that your passport is valid for with steakhouses. are simply labelled with UTC time. showing that a continent must more than six months after you For the most part, daylight saving time exist. The next to cross the Ant- return to your home country. Re- NATURE AND WILDLIFE Being is not observed in Antarctica because arctic Circle was Thaddeus Bell- member to check if you require the coldest place on Earth, Ant- 95 percent of the continent is located

inghausen. He made the first a visa. arctica supports no terrestrial ANETTE© HURTIGRUTEN / ASBJØRNRØD south of the Antarctic Circle and the sighting of the continent in 1820. mammals – there are no trees midnight sun phenomenon renders From the late 1800‘s and up to LANDING & ACTIVITIES All land- or shrubs, and only two species the use of it unnecessary. However, a the mid 20th century many ex- ings in Antarctica, South Geor- of flowering plants: Antarctic few regions observe the time and use peditions followed. Mainly these gia and the Falkland Islands are hair grass (Deschampsia Ant- of daylight saving time of the countries were marine explorations, and included. Additionally we offer arctica) and Antarctic pearlwort they are supplied from, Chile and New in this same period sealers and activities which can vary from (Colobanthus quitensis). The sea Zealand. The areas have daylight sav- whalers from all over Europe voyage to voyage depending on is what supports most creatures, ing time during the southern summer, started hunting in various parts the weather and ice conditions. such as penguins and seals. when there is the northern winter, in- of Antarctica and the Sub-Ant- These activities include kayak- In Antarctica you will see thou- cluding January. arctic Islands. The first person ing, small boat cruising, camp- sands of penguins eagerly nest- believed to have landed on the ing and snowshoeing. Kayaking ing and feeding during the short USHUAIA Ushuaia is the southern- continent itself was the Norwe- can be pre -booked or booked summer months. There is a rich most town in the world, on the shores gian Carsten Borchgrevink who on board. All other activities are variety of mammals. As they of the Beagle Channel and surrounded also pioneered the use of sled- only bookable on board. Please have not been hunted for dec- by the Martial Mounts. It is the capital dogs for transportation in Ant- note that space is limited. ades, most species are more curi- of the Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and arctica. ous than afraid of tourists. There Southern Atlantic Islands Province. 1900 - 1916 is known as the “He- MEDICAL EMERGENCIES In is also an abundance of birds, This charming small town offers views roic Age” of Antarctic explora- case of a medical emergency in with the mighty Albatross as the to the sea, forests and mountains. tion. There is a saying: “For sci- Antarctica the only method of king of the sky. Its 65,000 inhabitants live mostly entific discovery give me Scott, evacuation is by plane to the city from fishing, natural oil and gas ex- for speed and efficiency of travel of Punta Arenas, Chile, as there POPULATION There are nei- traction, sheep farming and tourism. give me Amundsen, but when are no hospital facilities in Ant- ther permanent residents nor The streets have colourful houses, your back is against the wall and arctica. This is very expensive native inhabitants in Antarctica. good seafood restaurants and tax free there’s no hope left, get down on and dependent on favourable However, about 4,000 people shopping. Here you will find excellent your knees and pray for Shackle- weather conditions. Therefore, stay on scientific bases in the souvenirs, locally produced chocolate ton”. Amundsen won the race to comprehensive travel/health short summer period and around and excellent sports/leisure wear at the South Pole December 14th insurance policy that also covers 1,000 in total during the winter reasonable prices. 1911. medical evacuation is obligatory. months.

30 31 © ANETTE© HURTIGRUTEN / ASBJØRNRØD The Antarctic remains as one of essary to ensure all seeds and Tour Operators (www.iaato. the most pristine natural envi- dirt have been removed. This is org), which promotes safe and ronments in the world. Non-na- especially important if you have environmentally responsible tive species represent a threat to used your clothing and equip- travel to Antarctica. In addition, biodiversity globally as they can ment previously in parklands Hurtigruten is a full member of cause serious negative impacts or rural settings, or other polar the Association of Arctic Expe- to the natural environment. regions. dition Cruise Operators (www. These are species that are intro- aeco.no) which is an interna- duced to regions where they are UPON ARRIVAL tional organization ensuring not normally found as a result 1. Follow the biosecurity proce- that tourism in the Arctic is car- PROTECT of human activity. Increasing dures on your expedition. This ried out with the utmost consi- visitor numbers means a greater is especially important if you are deration for the vulnerable na- chance of more non-native spe- moving between distinct geo- tural environment, local cul- cies being introduced. graphic regions, but also when tures and cultural remains, as moving between distinct land- well as the challenging environ- ing sites. ment at sea and on land. The following 2. Watch your step. If you notice THE ANTARCTIC organic matter on boots, cloth- MS FRAM AND THE ARKTOS guidelines aim ing or gear, make sure to clean it NETWORK On some of our longer off before leaving a site and use voyages in the Arctic we provide to minimize the disinfectant wash between MS Fram as an expedition ship to visits. Leave disinfectant to dry a network of marine biologists. In the risk of fu- between landings. 2008 two teams sailed with MS ENVIRONMENT 3. Spread the word. Share this Fram to Thule, Greenland taking ture introduc- information with others and samples from the seafloor under- tion of non- help protect the Antarctic envi- way. In 2009 a team carried out ronment. field research of giant sea weed native species in the high Arctic using MS Fram MORE INFORMATION: as the scientific platform. Hurti- FROM INVASIVE to the Antarctic http://iaato.org/ gruten is a member of the stee- protecting-the-environment ring committee of an EU funded BE A RESPONSIBLE VISITOR research project called the Arctic One of the main ways non-na- Tipping Point. Also in the future tive species can spread to the Environmental MS Fram will be offered as an Antarctic is by our activities expedition ship for the scientific there. Seeds, microorganisms, commitment community. SPECIES and even insects can hitchhike

to the polar regions on footwear, Hurtigruten’s MS FRAM and attached to clothing, or in bags her skilled crew offer life-affir- that have been used previously. ming experiences in Antarc- By following a few simple steps, tica’s most spectacular land- you can ensure that your visit scapes and in close proximity to won’t lead to non-native species its amazing wildlife. Preserving being introduced to these sensi- these resources in their natural, tive areas. unspoiled condition is our priority - you will always expe- BEFORE LEAVING HOME rience the highest environmen- Examine and clean all cloth- tal awareness on board and ing, including pockets, seams, ashore. Velcro fasteners, and footwear soles for dirt and organic ma- IAATO AND AECO Hurtigruten terial. Use a vacuum cleaner, is a full member of the Interna- brushes, and water where nec- tional Association of Antarctica

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–––––– Do I have to be in good health –––––– How much time do you spend be followed. Your Expedition Leader to participate in this journey? It is on land? All landings depend on fac- will provide necessary information important you are in good health as tors such as the weather, the distance on how to behave on land. the journey can be long and tiring. between the landing sites, and the Please note that in remote areas operational conditions. The Expe- –––––– Will there be rough seas on the there is no immediate access to mod- dition Leader and the Captain will trip? It is not possible to predict ern medical facilities. An Explorer arrange the daily route to ensure the exact weather conditions. The Cap- voyage is not recommended if you best possible experience. tain will do everything he can to have a life-threatening disease or make the voyage as comfortable as illness that requires frequent medi- –––––– Are there any restrictions on possible. If you are prone to seasick- cal care. To be able to participate in activities on land? As environmen- ness, we suggest you bring your pre- landings you must be able to walk on tal protection is a concern there are ferred medication. uneven or slippery surfaces and to regulations for the protection of climb on and off the small boats used wildlife, the environment and the for landings. cultures we encounter, which must

SHIP CONTACT INFORMATION SAFETY Safety is always the priori- WEATHER CONDITIONS Weather Phone: +47 850 01 100 ty and the ship’s Captain will decide conditions can make landings and E-mail: the final itinerary during the voyage, tender cruises with small boats more [email protected] therefore every voyage is unique difficult or sometimes impossible. and all published routes are only Remember that unforeseen twists ITINERARY CHANGES Some of our indicative. often turn out to be the highlight of itineraries are to areas without, or a trip. We invite you to be open to the with very limited infrastructure. This, DAILY PROGRAMME unexpected and flexibility is impor- combined with some of the most ex- The DP is available on the TVs and tant on our Explorer cruises. treme (polar) conditions on Earth we in public areas. There is a DP chan- have to appreciate that wind, weather nel for each language (usually Eng- NOTE We are also subject to written and ice – changing seafloor condi- lish, German, Chinese or French). and unwritten laws like assisting ves- tions and other things may and will sels or people in need. determine our detailed programme. © MARSEL VAN OOSTEN / HURTIGRUTEN / OOSTEN VAN MARSEL ©

34 35 CHANGES TO THE ITINERARY AND a control system on the gangway en- ELECTRICITY The electrical outlets THE EXCURSIONS All routes and abling the ship to know which of our in your cabin are all 220V/50hz and of excursions are provisional and sub- guests are on board and ashore at any the type euro plug (Type C & F). Suites ject to change – weather, sea and ice time. This card, in addition to being have 110V for Shavers. The plugs are conditions may affect the itinerary. the key card for your cabin, is also continental two pin plugs. (check: Excursions may also be subject to your payment card on board. The http://www.power-plugs-sockets. minimum/ maximum numbers. The card is the only means of payment for com/norway/) Adapters are available operators reserve the right to change the onboard facilities. To activate the for purchase in the shop. the content of excursions without pri- cruise card account, you must have or notice. a Visa, American Express, Diners or ENTERTAINMENT An explorer voy- MasterCard. Other credit cards can age with Hurtigruten is rigged to- CHILDREN Hurtigruten AS cannot be used to pay for the final invoice, wards maximizing your experiences accept children under the age of 5 to but not for activating the cruise card of the places we are going to. On days travel with us to Antarctica. For safe- account. In the morning 24 hours when we are not landing we encour- ty reasons, children under 12 years before your voyage ends, you will age you to spend as much time as of age will be consid¬ered on each receive a draft copy of your account. possible out on deck. Join our educa- landing. It is entirely at the Captain’s The evening before the voyage ends tional talks and lectures at different discretion to allow children on shore the account will be totalled and set- locations on board. A travel experi- landings. tled on board, and a receipt will be ence is often much richer if you have emailed you. We regret that our sys- knowledge and understanding about CRUISE CARD & CURRENCY The cur- tem does not support Maestro Card. the nature, wildlife, culture and his- rency on board is Norwegian Kroner tory of your destination. Our Expedi- (NOK). Credit cards that are used to DISABLED CABINS/ MOBILITY The tion team will make sure you are well make payments on board must be ship is suitable for wheelchairs. Per- prepared for the experiences ahead valid for at least three months after sons in need of special assistance of you. They will also re-capitulate the journey has ended. Please note must travel with a companion. Please and answer questions in hindsight. that when using your credit card on note that the ship’s gangway must be You will not find bingo, arcade games board the ship, your account will used in order to embark/disembark and entertainment theatres often be debited in NOK. The rate of ex- wheelchairs. found on conventional cruise ships. change will be the one validated by In ports where tidal conditions or Our aim is to get you closer to unique life on board ms fram your credit card company. Please other circumstances require use of a environments and to allow you to note that there is no money exchange portable gangway, or during landings share the experience with your fellow service or facility for cash withdraw- with tender boats, there is no possi- travellers. Occasionally there may be © HURTIGRUTEN als on board. bility to use/take wheelchairs. some light entertainment on board in A cruise card will be issued upon the evenings. MS Fram was specially built for com- beer and wine. Spirits are only avail- BAR SERVICE The ship has a bar arrival on board as part of the check DRONES Please note the use of pas- fortably sailing to the remote waters able to persons over the age of 20 with an excellent selection of spirits, in procedure in accordance with senger-operated drones is not per- ENVIRONMENT AND GREEN of the Arctic and Antarctic, and you years. wines, beers, and soft drinks at mo- ISPS regulations. All our guests are mitted during your voyage. This is NAVIGATION Our Captains take may enjoy her many services whilst derate prices, and a lounge bistro requested to wear this card when for general safety as well as the pro- pride in route planning that mini- she takes you close to nature and ANNOUNCEMENTS To hear all an- with free coffee, tee, hot chocolate disembarking the ship in all ports of tection of the vulnerable wildlife and mizes the load of the engines and wildlife. No dressing up for dinner – nouncements in the cabin, the TV and water self-service 24/7. call and landings. The card serves as other passengers’ personal security. reduces emissions. All waste is stored no fuss, no frenzy – our aim is to sail has to be set to a channel number. calmly through the crisp clean air, Check your cabin folder for specific CABINS Please note that check in close to the ever-changing environ¬- channel number once on board. Im- hours in reception may open before ment. portant updates to our programme the cabin is ready for use. You will be and emer¬gency information will be informed at check-in when your cab- ALCOHOL POLICY Guests are re- announced to the cabins via separate in is ready for you. You may expect spectfully reminded that only bev- speakers overriding all other some noise and vibration in some erages purchased from the ships audio in the cabin. cabins. This varies depending on the res-taurants and bars can be con- location of your cabin. Also, noise af- sumed on board. Alcoholic beverages ARTWORKS Local artists from the fects people differently and what may pur¬chased in ports-of-call and from Arctic have contributed to making be a problem for one person may not our on-board shops will be stored by the MS Fram a modern masterpiece. be a problem for others. Please note the ship and delivered to your cabin There is a permanent exhibition of that cabins on deck 6 with passenger on the last day of the sailing. Accord- original artefacts from the original access to outside areas may some- ing to Norwegian law, persons over Fram used by Nansen and Amund- times have an obstructed view due to the age of 18 are allowed to purchase sen. other passengers walking past. © GENNA ROLAND / HURTIGRUTEN ROLAND/ GENNA © © CAMILLE SEAMAN / HURTIGRUTEN

36 37 on board until it is deposited for weather may be foul and cold. This opening hours for the sauna and the LAUNDRY A laundry service is treatment ashore. We never dump is part of being an explorer. We have fitness room are posted on the doors. available on board at a low cost. No waste in the sea and we ask you not therefore chosen to lend you a pair of self-service or dry-cleaning is pos- to leave any waste when you are on special purpose boots that will keep GRATUITY POLICY We at Hurti- sible. shore excursions. In populated areas you both dry and warm – so that you gruten AS have learned that many there are containers for depositing can focus on your experience, not of our guests wish to give a special LECTURES The ship’s experienced waste, please use them. If you find cold toes. On some of our itineraries thanks to our service crew on board. lecturers’ command an in-depth plastic waste on beaches where we we will ask you to use our boots since It is at your discretion to honour ser- knowledge of the areas in which we land, we will gladly help removing we have made sure they are rinsed vice rendered by the crew in bars, sail. They will conduct, on a regular this from the ecosystem if you bring and declared clean from seeds or restaurant and cabins. In order to basis, lectures on topics such as biol- it back to the ship. We ask you to re- other biological material that could, give you some guidelines, we rec- ogy, history and geology throughout spect the saying. “Leave nothing but unintentionally, lead to spread of ommend 80 NOK (approx. 9 Euro, the course of the trip. The lecturing footprints, take nothing but pictures invasive species into fragile environ- 12 USD) per guest per day as an aver- schedule will be announced every and kill nothing but time”. ments. If you require a pair of boots age gratuity. Whatever amount you day in the on board daily program. on your voyage we will lend them to decide to give, please fill in the form Do not hesitate to contact our Ex- EXCURSIONS & you, for free, for the duration of the you will find in your cabin and give it pedition Team for any questions or AQCTIVITIES ASHORE We offer a se- voyage. We carry sizes from 32 to 50. to the receptionist two nights before concerns you might have. lection of excursions that can be pre- If you need a smaller or larger size the end of the cruise. The amount booked with only remaining places than this, we encourage you to bring will then be debited to your cruise LIBRARY The ship has a small se- sold on board. We do advise that your own on itineraries calling at account lection of books on different topics you book well in advance in order Svalbard, Antarctica, Arctic Canada, that are available to guests while on to avoid disappointment due to the Iceland or Norway. These boots will INFORMATION AND SERVICES On board. excursion being fully booked. Please be kept on the ship’s tender deck, deck 4, you will find our reception note that registration is binding and and you will have your own private and expedition desk, where our LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT, once on board the Expedition team pair during the whole voyage. We staff are available to answer your LIFEVESTS AND SAFETY ON BOARD will advise you of booking deadlines also offer walking sticks and a small questions. In this area, you will also The ship complies with all safety for excursions still available. Our selection of warm thermo-suits for find our Science centre, our lecture requirements and is a modern ves- excursions have English speaking rent at additional cost. rooms and information board. sel suitable for sailing in icy waters. guides unless otherwise indicat- - Walking sticks are free of charge Upon arrival on board all passengers ed and other languages cannot be to use INTERNET USAGE Wi-Fi is available will be instructed in safety proce- guaranteed. Excursions are subject - Thermo Suits (Regata suits) are almost everywhere on the vessel for dures, and the use and location of to cancellation due to weather con- only used for Polar Circle cruising a small charge. The guests staying in the safety equipment. There is a ditions and dependent on number and are free of charge. the suites can use Wifi free of charge. safety plan situated on the inside of of participants. All expedition shore Please contact the reception for the cabin door. We stress the impor- landings and small boat cruising EXPEDITION TEAM The on board more information. Please note that tance of becoming acquainted with during our call in Antarctica are Expedition Team is composed of the it is limited connectivity, and that the ships safety plan. Special safety included the program. Land adven- Expedition Leader, the Assistant Ex- © HURTIGRUTEN both internet and telephones from regulations will apply on landings tures in Buenos Aires and Ushuaia pedition Leader, the Expedition Co- time to time will be out of range due with the tender boats. Please follow can also be purchased at the hospi- ordinator plus several lecturers and to the vessel’s location. Due to the the instructions given by the Expedi- tality desk of our offered hotels. All experts. Your Expedition Leader will limited capacity we kindly ask you tion Leader and crew/ staff. Special excursions are subject to availability. regularly update you on the progress not to use live casting /live stream- lifejackets for use during landings Along with the optional excursions of the trip as well as the different ing websites. will be handed out to all passengers available to book, the Expedition points of interest and wildlife sight- before first landing. A mandatory Team also arrange a variety of ac- ings that may occur. Biographies of LANGUAGE The main working briefing regarding the safety guide- tivities during the voyage. These the Expedition Team can be found language on board is English. An- lines will also be given. will depend on location and season, on the Information bulletin board. nouncements and written infor- but may include hiking, small boat At the Expedition desk you will be mation are also given in German. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND cruising, kayaking, snowshoeing or able to find information regarding Announcements may be given MEDICATION There is an Eng- camping. A limited amount of kay- the trip and book optional excur- in French and Chinese on select- lish-speaking physician and nurse aking is available for booking prior sions and activities ed departures. We have a translator on board always. The ship has a to select voyages, but all other activi- on board, and lectures and briefings small medical facility with the nec- ties are booked on board and subject FITNESS ROOM AND SAUNA The are often simultaneously translated. essary equipment and drugs to han- to availability. fitness room with panorama view is We will provide you with a receiver dle small emergencies. In the event located at deck 9. The sauna is locat- and in-ear headphones, but if you of a serious emergency, the nearest EQUIPMENT RENTALS On many of ed next to the fitness room. Available would like to bring your own head- hospital will be contacted. Medical our voyages we are landing in areas for all guests. Please use your cabin phones (standard small 3.5mm jack), consultations as well as medicines with snow, wet, muddy ground. The card to enter the fitness room .The please do so. will be charged to the passenger © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN / ANDREA © KLAUSSNER

38 39 voyage. The photographer is hap- agent. On some voyages evenings during landings will be handed out py to assist with questions around we might serve dinner divided into to all passengers before first landing. lens cleaning, camera settings and Boat groups. If you have special A mandatory briefing regarding the techniques. At the end of the voyage dietary requirements, such as vege- safety guidelines will also be given. you can purchase an USB-stick with tarian, diabetic or gluten free, please pictures from the voyage as a special inform your sales office/travel agent SEASICKNESS Seasickness pills are souvenir. as early as possible, and contact the available for purchase in the recep- Head Waiter when on board. The tion. If you are prone to seasickness RESTAURANT & CUISINE The open Chefs will do their best to meet your it is recommended that you bring seating for the breakfast and lunch dietary requirements. Beer, wine pills that you are familiar with. You creates a relaxed atmosphere and and soft drinks are sold in the restau- may also buy “sea bands” on board. gives you an opportunity to adjust rant during lunch and dinner. Com- the meals according to your activi- plimentary sparkling and still water SHIP’S SECURITY MS Fram com- ties during the day. Where possible, to be served for lunch and dinner. plies with the ISPS-regulations (In- we plan our menus around seasonal ternational Ship and Port Security ingredients, taking advantage of lo- SAFETY ON BOARD The ship com- System) where all luggage is subject cal produce to satisfy healthy appe- plies with all safety requirements to X-ray/metal detector inspection tites stimulated by the fresh sea air. and is a modern vessel suitable for upon arrival port facility or ship. You On board we serve a buffet break- sailing in icy waters. Upon arrival are kindly asked to keep this in mind fast and lunch. Dinner varies be- on board all passengers will be in- packing your luggage for the voyage. tween buffets and set meals, all in structed in safety procedures, and The ISPS regulations also include accordance with your daily program. the use and location of the safety hand baggage scan in all ports of call Dinner times and type will be an- equipment. There is a safety plan sit- throughout the course of the voyage. nounced in the daily programme . uated on the inside of the cabin door. Our Head Waiter will assign tables We stress the importance of becom- SHOP In our on board shop you can prior to arrival. Information about ing acquainted with the ships safety buy modern clothing suitable for table number and meal times will plan. Special safety regulations will Explorer voyages. Our Expedition be in your cabin upon arrival. Please apply on landings with the tender Team will be happy to give you ex- provide information regarding spe- boats. Please follow the instructions pert advice on how to dress properly cial requests for seating arrange- given by the Expedition Leader and in polar areas. We offer a great range ments to your sales office/travel crew/staff. Special lifejackets for use of both warm and practical clothing,

affected. All guests must have per- OBSERVATION LOUNGE The Obser- POST You can hand in your mail sonal travel/health insurance. If you vation lounges offer large panoramic in the reception, and for a limited depend on medication, remember windows with ample and comforta- amount covering service fee and to bring sufficient supplies to last ble seats There will be binoculars for stamps we will forward the post in through any unforeseen delays. We sale in the on board shop. every port where it is possible. The also recommend that you keep your time used from sending the postcard medication in your hand luggage ON BOARD Your voyage includes to when it gets to the receiver may be properly labelled and with clear in- breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reg- relatively long. Hurtigruten has no structions for its use. If you depend ular coffee/tea is complimentary responsibility for lost mail . on vital drugs, please inform the throughout the whole voyage. Other ship’s doctor upon arrival. Illness beverages and refreshments during PHONES AND INTERNET Please on board can lead to quarantine and the day are not included but can be note that there is limited connectiv- orders from the ship’s physician and purchased on board in the restau- ity, and that both internet and tele- captain, must be followed. rant, cafeteria and bar. Sparkling and phones from time to time will be out still water is available for all meals. of range due to the vessel’s location. MOBILITY In ports where tidal Due to the limited capacity, we kind- conditions or other circumstances OUTDOOR DECKS The ship has spa- ly ask you not to use live casting /live require use of a portable gangway, cious outdoor areas. They are per- streaming websites. or during landings with Polarcirkel fect vantage points to sit back, relax Tender Boats, there is no possibility and watch the world go by. RESIDENT PHOTOGRAPHERS The to use/take wheelchairs. resident photographer will invite you to lectures to enable you to take the best possible pictures from your

40 41 and we focus fabrics with natural fi- welcome to bring private rubber mitted in the designated smoking bres. We also offer souvenirs, handi- boots, or you can borrow a pair on areas. crafts, and postcards at good prices. board free of charge. See separate In addition, we also stock a small se- point “Equipment rentals”. Landing SPECIAL REQUESTS If you have spe- lection of soap, toothpaste and other operations depend on favourable cial requests (e.g. dietary or medical) personal effects. conditions. please inform us as soon as possible. We will do our best to meet such re- SMALL BOAT LANDINGS The stur- SMOKING On board, smoking is quests but cannot guarantee to do so dy boats enable both water-based only permitted in designated are- and under no circumstance will any exploration and safe landings in oth- as on outside decks. Do not smoke such request be accepted by us so as erwise inaccessible areas. You will in your cabin. To show respect for to form part of a contractual agree- need to be fairly agile to board these the environment, please use the ment. but there is otherwise no need to provided ashtrays when smoking. worry about travelling in them. The Throwing cigarette butts overboard SUITE SERVICE As a suite guest on crew will show you what to do and as is strictly prohibited. A cleaning MS Fram, we offer you an exclusive long as you follow their instructions, charge of 1 500 NOK will be applied suite check-in area at deck 7 with a after a few times it will become sec- for smoking in your non-smoking chilled glass of champagne to be- ond nature. On all landings in small cabin, to cover for the cost of clean- gin your voyage. Special amenities boats guests are expected to wear ing linen and curtains to return it to come with our magnificent suites proper footwear. In Antarctica it is a non-smoking standard. E-Ciga- upon embarkation, complimenta- mandatory to use rubber boots for rettes, according to Norwegian law, ry beverages for lunch and dinner all landings. For all other destina- are the equival of tobacco cigarettes inclusive of chilled filtered water tions boots can be useful. You are and therefore smoking is only per- by the carafe, and one bottle of our

house white or red wine per day. We WALKING ON BOARD We kindly We recommend that you bring your also offer an exclusive breakfast area remind you to be careful walking on own refillable water bottle as, in line with speciality buffet products. If board the ship while at sea, especial- with our plastic policy, we do not sell local products are available, we will ly venturing out on deck, mind the bottled water on board. Water refill do our best to provide them to you. signs for warning of wet and slippery stations are available on board. 1In the suite you will find a kettle for decks. Be aware the doors toward your convenience with coffee, teas, the outer decks on 5, 7 and 8 are WELCOME MEETING Upon arrival sweeteners and cream, and the mini potentially dangerous in windy con- on board, there will be a mandatory bar has a complimentary selection ditions. Please adhere to the signs passenger safety drill before depar- upon your arrival. Replenishment of and an¬nouncements when it is not ture. There will also be a welcome the mini bar is chargeable. advised to go outside. While walking meeting where security informa- inside, hold on to railings but not to tion as well as practical information TELEPHONE USAGE All cabins have door frames to avoid injury. about the cruise will be given, and a telephone. Guests may purchase a an opportunity to meet some of the phone card at the Reception Desk to WATER The tap water in your cabin Officers, crew and Expedition Team make calls from the ship. Depending is potable, we serve self-produced members. on location, phone connectivity may potable water by the carafe in the be out of range or limited due to the restaurant. Complimentary spar- remote locations in which we sail. kling and still water for all meals. (dial 9 for reception).

42 43 in the morning, and arrive in Buenos tween Buenos Aires and Ushuaia. ness class 66 lbs), and bring one car- Aires in the afternoon or early evening Please note that the flight to/from Ush- ry-on bag on board with a maximum upon return from Ushuaia. Please note uaia is planned to depart/arrive at the weight of 17 lbs. that the airline will confirm the final Jorge Newberry National Airport, the flight times between Buenos Aires and national airport of Buenos Aires. You Please note that this baggage allow- Ushuaia only a few days prior to the day need at least 4 hours to change airports ance may differ from the airline used of departure. For final flight times and in Buenos Aires for your connecting for your connecting flight to/from your boarding pass, please contact our flight from Ezeiza, the international Copenhagen. Please check the weight hospitality desk at the hotel in Buenos airport of Buenos Aires. The airport of your baggage to ensure you adhere Aires one day prior to departure. set-up is subject to change; your travel with airline requirements. documents will provide you with the Only coach class is available on these latest information. We are unable to accept responsibility flights, no upgrades to higher air trav- if you miss your own booked connect- el classes of service is possible. A light INCLUDED FLIGHT FROM COPENHA- ing flight to/from Copenhagen in the meal and non-alcoholic drinks will be GEN-KANGERLUSSUAQ event of a delay of the flight between served during the flight. You can travel The flights from Copenhagen to Kan- Copenhagen and Kangerlussuaq. with checked luggage with a maximum gerlussuaq and vice versa are operated weight of 50 lbs, and bring one car- by Air Greenland and usually depart INCLUDED FLIGHT FROM ry-on bag on board with a maximum Copenhagen in the late evening, and OSLO-LONGYEARBYEN weight of 17 lbs. Please note that this arrive in Copenhagen early in the The flights between Oslo and Long- luggage allowance may differ from morning upon return from Kangerlus- yearbyen and vice versa are operated the airline used for your flight to/from suaq. by Scandinavian Airlines or Enter Air Buenos Aires. Please check the weight (2018) and usually depart Oslo in the of your luggage to ensure you adhere On these flights, we offer seats in coach late evening, and arrive in Oslo early with airline requirements. class, but an upgrade to business class in the morning upon return from Long- is possible on request and for a supple- yearbyen. © SHUTTERSTOCK We do recommend planning an over- ment, subject to availability. A meal Only coach class is available on these night stay in Buenos Aires at the end of and non-alcoholic drinks will be served flights, no upgrades to higher air trav- your cruise due to connecting flights. during the flight. el classes of service is possible. A light We are unable to accept responsibility meal and non-alcoholic drinks will be if you miss your booked return flight You can travel with checked baggage served during the flight. You can travel practical information in the event of a delay of the flight be- with a maximum weight of 50 lbs (busi- with checked baggage with a maxi- before and after your voyage

SCHEDULED FLIGHTS The airfares of- exceed luggage weight, or carriage changes and change of type of aircraft fered are special package tour fares that may be refused. As a general rule, are possible. Our common flight part- cannot be altered or cancelled without each guest can carry one piece of hand ners are Delta, American Airlines, charge. All flight package prices are luggage weighing approx. 13-17 lbs (di- United, Lufthansa, British Airways, based on coach class; if coach class is mensions and weight depend on the KLM/Air France, Norwegian Air Shut- not available, a supplement may ap- respective airline) on board. Your lug- tle, Scandinavian Airlines, LATAM, ply. In coach class, you will be served gage allowance is set to one piece (50 Iberia, and Iceland Air. Please note that snacks or sandwiches, depending on lbs), but may vary depending on the rebooking an already issued ticket will the airline. If these are not included in flight connection; please check with be charged before departure. A trans- the airline’s service, you can purchase your airline. fer or refund of a ticket after travel is drinks and snacks for a fee. On interna- not possible. Any flight times advised tional flights, these are usually includ- Additional transport guidelines can be at the time of booking are provisional ed. We can offer upgrades to business found in the respective terms and con- and subject to change; please verify be- class on some routes. Depending on ditions of our flight partners. If you are fore you travel. the airline, this may also include seats planning to take a wheelchair or need with more legroom. Please note that assistance at the airport, please advise INCLUDED FLIGHT FROM BUENOS upgrading may not apply to all flights. us at the time of booking. AIRES-USHUAIA The flights between Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and vice ver- Luggage allowance varies between Please note that some flights may be sa are operated by LATAM airlines airlines and charges may apply if you transfer or layovers. Time and/or route and usually depart Buenos Aires early © MARIA SONHÜTTER / HURTIGRUTEN

44 45 mum weight of 50 lbs, and bring one your booked arrangement, close to el documents and have them available carry-on bag on board with a maxi- the airport. There is no official hotel when necessary. Passport is the only mum weight of 17 lbs. rating and local hotel categories apply. valid identification for all of our voy- All rooms have private bathrooms. ages aboard MS Midnatsol. ID-cards Please note that this baggage allow- Single rooms may be smaller and are not accepted. ance may differ from the airline used less conveniently situated, and may for your connecting flight to/from be double rooms for solo occupancy The passport needs to be valid for Oslo. Please check the weight of your or purpose-built single rooms. Hotels more than six months after you return baggage to ensure you adhere with may charge for some facilities, such as to your home country. At check-in airline requirements. saunas, for example. The price for the passports will be collected by the crew overnight hotel stay includes break- on board the vessel, in order to clear We are unable to accept responsibility fast, if not stated differently on your immigration and customs. Passports if you miss your own booked connect- confirmation. will be kept throughout the whole ing flight to/from Oslo in the event of voyage and returned at the end of the a delay of the flight between Oslo and TRANSFERS Transfers are included trip. Please bring a photocopy of your Longyearbyen. as shown in your personal itinerary. passport with you. Hurtigruten offers bus transfers from INCLUDED FLIGHT FROM the airport to the pier and some hotels. If a guest loses their passport while EDMONTON-CAMBRIDGE BAY Transfer times coincide with the ship’s traveling before arriving on board it is The flights between Edmonton and arrival and departure times and your imperative that their embassy is con- Cambridge Bay and vice versa are flight arrival and departure times. tacted and that the loss is reported to operated by different airline partners Waiting at the airport is possible. The local police. A guest who has lost their such as Canadian North, Chrono Jet, duration of the airport transfer can passport may not be able to travel. or Nolinor, and usually operate early vary depending on the destination, in the morning from Edmonton, and but it usually takes between 20 and It is the guests’ responsibility to iden- arrive at Edmonton in the evening 45 minutes. Exceptions are possible tify and to obtain the necessary visas upon return from Cambridge Bay. where a longer transfer time is needed before commencing their cruise.

due to a greater distance between air- Based on nationality, many countries © JOHANNA DAVIDSSON / HURTIGRUTEN Only coach class is available on these port and port. You will receive further still require an entry visa. We regret flights, no upgrades to higher air travel information on your transfer with your we are unable to accept any liability classes of service is possible. A light travel documents. if you are denied access to a flight or meal and non-alcoholic drinks will For guests who are not fully mobile, entry into a country or are otherwise be served during the flight. You can wheelchair-accessible transfers are affected by difficulties or costs result- travel with checked baggage with a available upon request. ing from your passport not being ap- maximum weight of 50 lbs, and bring proved or if you have not obtained the one carry-on bag on board with a max- LAND ADVENTURES Hurtigruten required visa or other documentation. imum weight of 17 lbs. offers a selection of optional Land Adventures that can be added to your SPECIAL REQUESTS If you have spe- Please note that this baggage allow- Hurtigruten journey. This can be a cial requests (e.g. dietary or medical) ance may differ from the airline used half-day or full-day Land Adventure, please inform us as soon as possible. for your connecting flight to/from or an overnight tour. A minimum We will do our best to meet such re- Edmonton. Please check the weight number of participants applies. For quests but cannot guarantee to do so of your baggage to ensure you adhere guests who are not fully mobile, Land and under no circumstance will any with airline requirements. Adventures are available upon re- such request be accepted by us so as to quest. form part of a contractual agreement. We are unable to accept responsibility if you miss your own booked con- PASSPORT AND VISA REQUIRE- VACCINATIONS Check with your necting flight to/from Montreal in the MENTS Please take a few minutes to General Practitioner regarding the event of a delay of the flight between familiarize yourself with the required recommended vaccinations for your Edmonton and Cambridge Bay. travel documents you will be asked to journey. provide prior to boarding the ship. HOTEL The standard of the hotels we use is equivalent to 4-stars, central- It is the sole responsibility of the guest ly located, or if more convenient for to identify and obtain all required trav-

46 47 REMEMBER …

Pack • Warm jacket • Wind and water resistant like an trousers and Long thermal under- wear & top explorer • Warm hat or headband • Swimwear Scarf or scarf tube The dress code aboard the ship • is informal. Bring casual and • Warm woolen jumper and comfortable indoor clothing. warm jacket • Sunglasses with uv-filter lenses For a perfect experience, • Warm gloves and mittens however, there are several • Warm socks things to remember to bring • Extra batteries for your camera along when you are coming on • Shoes with good soles are a voyage with Hurtigruten. recommended for outdoor use • Good shoes to wear on board To make packing a bit easier, • Memory card for your camera we have drawn up a pack list. • The dress code on board the ship If you should forget some- is relaxed and casual, and you are thing, don‘t worry! On board not expected to dress formally for all of our ships you will find meals a shop with a wide range of • Extra shoelaces clothes and practical items. • Aa pair of good binoculars • A small waterproof backpack

• Please remember to bring your passport and a copy of it • Sun protection (Factor 30 +) • Sunglasses with UV-filter • Lip salve with UV protection • Money in the correct currency. Remember, our ships also accept several credit cards • Remeber to bring sufficient medicaton to last through any unforeseen delays

Please note that you may borrow a pair of warm rubber boots on board, to wear during the landings and hikes free of charge, and you will receive a light waterproof jacket to keep. 48 49 © HURTIGRUTEN © our team on board © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN

––– The experience of a place is based on a combination of things. Our Expe- dition Team is carefully picked for their local knowledge, specific expertise in fields of relevance and most important of all, their enthusiasm, curiosity and love for the areas we choose to spend time in on any one of our expeditions. Some of our team members are like animals of the Arctic, they migrate towards summertime at both poles, north and south.

The role of the Expedition Team is to interpret observations of wildlife and landscapes, point out things of interest, give educational lectures on topics such as biology, geology and history – in addition to being hosts together with the rest of the crew aboard MS Fram.

MS FRAM PHONE: +47 850 01 100 landing by small boats MS FRAM E-MAIL: [email protected] © ANDREA KLAUSSNER / HURTIGRUTEN ANDREA/ © KLAUSSNER

LANDINGS IN SMALL BOATS PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION hand luggage to the helper for him to STERN REAR OF THE SHIP FOR THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES place it on board for you. Keep your BOW FRONT OF THE SHIP Please see more information about hands inside the boat at all times. STARBOARD THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SHIP landings in small boats below. 1 The boat drivers are responsible PORT THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SHIP for the boats and their landings. You 5 Please limit your personal equip- BRIDGE THE AREA FROM WHICH THE SHIP IS NAVIGATED The crew will show you what to do and must always follow their instructions. ment on board the Small boats. Small REFUEL REPLENISH FUEL AT PORTS as long as you follow their instructions backpacks and belt bags are ideal for CRUISE CARD ON BOARD PAYMENT CARD after a few days it will become second 2 All travelers must always wear transporting cameras, binoculars and GANGWAY WALKWAY BETWEEN LAND AND SEA nature. appropriate life jackets regardless of for rain protection. Backpacks can be TO RAISE FLAG OR BANNER weather and sea conditions. purchased in the on board shop. TO HOIST Much of the success depends on cor- BALLAST WATER SYSTEM USED TO MAINTAIN SHIP STABILITY rect handling and proper use of the 3 3 When disembarking or em- 6 Always wait for instructions from CLEARING RULES WHEN ENTERING AND DEPARTING FROM THE SHIP motordriven Small boats. These are barking the boats you should always the driver before embarking or di- KNOT SPEED OF THE SHIP, NAUTICAL MILE (1.852 KM) PER HOUR ideal for landings as they can land in accept help offered by the driver or sembarking. Use waterproof bags to GALLEY SHIPS KITCHEN otherwise inaccessible places. They the crew. The “sailors grip”, in which protect binoculars or cameras. You LEEWARD SIDE DOWNWIND have a shallow draft and are extremely one holds each other’s forearms, is should also wear waterproof clothing WINDWARD SIDE UPWIND stable and sustainable. For each lan- the strongest and most secure grip. to protect against spray. The Small PIER DOCK FROM WHICH THE SHIP WILL LEAVE ding with Small boats special safety boats are equipped with fire extin- NAUTICAL MILE DISTANCE MEASURE: 1 NAUTICAL MILE = 1.852 KM measures are taken. 4 Always keep both hands free when guisher, chart plotter,extra fuel, com-

MARITIME EXPRESSIONS SHIP EQUIPMENT TO COUNTERACT ROLL CAUSED BY WIND embarking and disembarking. Give munications and first-aid kit. STABILISERS OR WAVES SHIP CONTACT INFORMATION

Hurtigruten reserves the right to make changes. This information is correct at the time of printing but may change at any time. Date: December 2018.

52 53 Outdoor Shower Explorer deck DECK Sauna 8 Locker rooms

Outdoor Jacuzzi Explorer deck DECK Qilak ms fram – deck plan Observation lounge Bar

7 Shower Fitness Room Jacuzzi MS Fram continues on the heritage of named after Norwegian polar heroes. piece. After dressing up for shore side the original Fram, taking the most ad- The spacious outside decks include excursions and expedition landings vanced technology making it extraor- accessibility to the very front of the you meet at our “tender pit” where we U2-643 U2-641 U2-639 M2-629 M2-627 M2-625 U2-623 U2-621 U2-619 U2-617 U2-615 U2-611 U2-609 U2-607 U2-603 dinarily suitedfor expedition voyages ship – a great place to observe marine safely embark our sturdy tender boats M2-653 M2-649 MG-657MG-659 in Polar Regions. Fram means forward wildlife. We are very proud of the art which take you safely and efficiently Balcony I4-605 DECK I2-613 I2-655 I2-651 I4-647 I4-645 I4-637 – raising expectations of the voyage at commis- sioned for MS Fram – local from ship to shore. I4-635 I4-633 I4-631 I4-602 6 I2-640 hand. Of the 128 comfortable cabins a artists from the Arctic have contrib- MG-638 M2-636 M2-634 M2-626 M2-624 M2-622 U2-620 U2-618 U2-616 U2-614 U2-612 U2-610 U2-608 U2-606 U2-604

number of them are superior and are uted to making her amodern master- U2-632 U2-630 U2-628

Outdoor Explorer deck M2-539 M2-535 U2-531 U2-529 U2-527 U2-533

MG-541 F2-501 Balcony DECK F2-515 F2-513 F2-511 F2-509 F2-507 F2-505 FJ-503 Outdoor I4-525 I4-523 I4-521 I4-519 I4-517

I4-537 Explorer deck

5 MG-543 F2-518 F2-516 F2-514 F2-512 F2-510 F2-508 FJ-506 FJ-504 F2-502 MG-532

M2-530 M2-528 U2-526 U2-524 U2-522 U2-520 Outdoor Explorer deck

Expedition area Framheim Shop Lecture hall Balcony

DECK Imaq Expedition/ Front desk 4 restaurant Polhøgda

Colin Lecture hall Nunami lobby Archer Arcade Conf. Room

POLAR INSIDE POLAR OUTSIDE ARCTIC SUPERIOR EXPEDITION SUITES

I Inside cabin FJ SD N Outside cabin F2 U Outside cabin M2 MG Mini suite/Grand suite N2-329 N2-327 N2-325 N2-323 N2-321 N2-319 N2-317 N2-315 N2-313 N2-311 N2-309 N2-307 N2-341 N2-339 N2-337 N2-335 N2-331 N4-305 Gangway N4-303 N2-301 DECK

3 I2-340 I4-324 I4-320 I4-316 I4-312 I4-308 N4-302 N4-304 N2-338 N2-336 N2-334 N2-332 N2-330 N2-328 N2-326 N2-322 N2-318 N2-314 N2-310 N2-306 N2-344 SD-346 SD-342 N2-354 N2-352 F2-350

Hospital

DECK Expedition 2 Landing deck

Tender Lobby

54 55 Hurtigruten AS: P.O. Box 6144, N-9291 Tromsø Booking: [email protected]