ocean cruise Vessel

HANSEATIC spirit

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

PC6 — the highest ice class for passenger ships

Ice Class

Zodiacs

230

Passengers

175

Crew

15,650GT

Tonnage

138.7m

Length

22.0 mm

Beam

5.7 mm

Draft

15.0 knots knots

Speed

2021

About HANSEATIC spirit

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Diesel-electric (hybrid-capable)

Propulsion

220V (Schuko) + USB-A/C

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HANSEATIC spirit is the third and youngest of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' identical PC6 expedition trio. Like sisters HANSEATIC nature (2019) and HANSEATIC inspiration (2019), she carries up to 230 guests on tropical, sub-tropical and polar expeditions with hybrid-electric propulsion, retractable Zodiac platforms, and an ice-strengthened hull rated for year-round Antarctic and Arctic operations.

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Good to Know

Dress Code

Daytime dress is country-club casual; informal evenings call for a sport coat or dress, while gala evenings request black-tie / cocktail attire. Shorts are not appropriate for the main restaurants in the evening.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas only; suites and most public areas are non-smoking. E-cigarettes follow the same rules. The cigar lounge on board EUROPA / EUROPA 2 has dedicated ventilation.

Electrical Outlets

Suites have 220V AC European-standard sockets (Schuko / CEE 7/4) plus US 110V outlets in EUROPA / EUROPA 2. HANSEATIC ships add USB-A and USB-C outlets at every desk.

Currency

All onboard purchases are settled in Euro (EUR). Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) accepted; cash advance available at reception in EUR up to 500 per day.

Gratuities

Tipping is at your discretion. A guideline of 10 EUR per guest per day is suggested and shared among the crew at the end of the voyage.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is included on all Hapag-Lloyd Cruises ships, with one device session per guest per day; additional devices and unlimited streaming packages can be purchased at reception.

Health Declaration

All guests complete an online health declaration up to 7 days before embarkation. Mandatory polar-region documentation applies to HANSEATIC voyages above 60 degrees latitude.

Children Onboard

Children are welcome on EUROPA 2 from age 3 (with KNOPF Kids Club) and on HANSEATIC ships from age 8 months on European routes / age 2 worldwide. EUROPA accepts children only on selected family voyages.

Go even deeper

Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless, but to see the bigger picture, you need to understand the background. Our new ships take your expedition to the next level with fascinating presentations in the HanseAtrium, personal studies in the Ocean Academy and the perfect equipment for the research trip of your life.

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HANSEATIC Restaurant

Exclusive delights, wherever and whenever you please

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Lido Restaurant

The sun on your skin, the wind in your hair, salt on your lips

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Travel diaries & destination videos

We take you on our expeditions in advance by giving you intensive insights with our travel diaries and moving images.

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Extraordinary time out

A breathtaking Zodiac ride, a challenging hike, a day in the Arctic ice – then close your eyes, feel the heat and indulge your senses: for example, in the Finnish sauna with its astounding view of the vast ocean. A steam sauna will pamper you with gentle heat before the fresh ocean breeze revitalises your body on the adjacent external deck. Thanks to its flexible canopy, the large pool area can be

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Real adventure for young explorers

Discovering extraordinary regions, intensive experiences of the world and fascinating insights from well-versed experts - the proven expedition concept from Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is also used on cruises for young discoverers. Varied and entertaining, the crew and a renowned expert offer an exciting programme for those aged 10 to 17 years old, giving the entire family an expeditionary experience they

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Become a discoverer

The programme has been specially designed for teenagers in order to encourage the curiosity of young explorers. Be it with a spot of navigation on board, Zodiac rides, activities ashore or looking through a microscope, learning oceanography, geology and geography will become a fun activity for children of a similar age. An experienced academic expert and numerous crew members - from the captain to

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HanseAtrium

Draw on our experts’ wealth of knowledge during their daily presentations in the HanseAtrium, the new multifunctional lounge with state-of-the-art technology. Visit the lounge to prepare for upcoming excursions and shed more light on impressions gained (so-called precaps and recaps). Discuss your latest discoveries, enjoy fascinating, relaxed film evenings or listen to our experts’ enthralling tra

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Ocean Academy

A large Study wall and an interactive Study poster display the latest fascinating articles and information on various disciplines and cruise experiences are enhanced with scientific content. A separate area with binocular microscopes allows you to discover natural wonders, together with your experts, that cannot be seen with the naked eye. And whenever inquisitiveness takes hold, sit back in a com

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Experts

Whales ahead? Chile's glaciers in sight? The passage through the Panama Canal is imminent? You will experience expedition highlights particularly intensively in the open air - and your experts will always be with you on the many open deck areas. They explain the background and provide valuable detailed knowledge that you won't find in any travel guide. Is there a topic you can't get enough of? You

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