About The Ship

THE GREG MORTIMER. AURORA EXPEDITIONS

Built in 2019, the Greg Mortimer was named after a co-founder, utilises some of the latest advancements in naval design & technology to revolutionise the small ship expedition cruising experience. The first passenger ship to feature the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW®, this allows the ship to cross oceans more comfortably and efficiently.

Accommodating an average of 132 expeditioners per voyage within 76 comfortable cabins – all cabins have a view of the ocean and 85% of cabins have their own balcony. The ship also features a modern lecture lounge, multiple observation areas, zodiac launching platforms, a restaurant serving excellent meals, a gym and wellness centre, jacuzzis, a mudroom and many other amenities.

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TOP LEVEL SHIP SPECIFICATIONS
Ulstein X-Bow® hull, safe return to port technology, dynamic positioning, and Zero Speed™ Stabilizers.

Capacity: Average of 132 passengers across all voyages
Expedition team : 14 to 19^
Hotel team: 47 to 56^
Deck & Engine Crew: 24
Cabins: 79
Decks: 8
Year built: 2019
Length: 342.51ft  |   Breadth: 60.36ft  |   Draught: 16.73ft
Average Speed: 10-12 Knots
Full Speed: 15.5 Knots – maximum speed only used in case of emergencies
Tonnage: GT 8500
Voltage: 220V, 60HZ AC. Universal plug

^ dependent on passenger numbers
Facts as at December 2020

SHIP FEATURES 

• Highly qualified and experienced expedition team and international crew.
  
  
• The Ulstein X-BOW® hull allows the ship to pierce through waves to maintain speed of travel thus offering faster, more comfortable travel, lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions.
  
  
• All cabins feature twin or king bedding configuration and private bathrooms.
  80% of cabins include a private balcony
  Over 20 interconnecting Balcony Staterooms
  60% of cabins can accommodate a third person (triple share on request)
  
  
• Purpose-built activity preparation areas including four Zodiac-launching platforms for fast and safe transition off the ship as you embark on multiple daily excursions.
  
  
• Observation lounge and viewing platforms offer spectacular panoramic views of scenery and wildlife.
  
  
• State-of-the-art lecture theatre, two jacuzzis/plunge pools, multi-media room and library, gym, wellness centre and more!