national geographic orion

National Geographic Orion

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in the Pacific Islands, Antarctica and the Mediterranean to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. With her high ice-class rating, National Geographic Orion is strong enough to explore the polar regions, yet her elevated maneuverability allows for navigation practically anywhere accessible by sea.

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific, Asia, Antarctica, the Mediterranean, and beyond

National Geographic Orion's elevated maneuverability allows for navigation of inshore waters, secluded bays and sinuous rivers–practically anywhere accessible by sea.

At the helm of National Geographic Orion is an expert crew, capable of handling intricate operations that large cruise ships could never attempt. The ship features modern navigational equipment and technological abilities that allow her to navigate safely, even in uncharted waters​.

Of her many amenities and features, the most appealing is her outdoor dining and deck space, which offers a range of panoramic views of every region’s rich avian and marine life.

Speed
13
Length
102.7
Capacity
102
Refit year
2014
Launch year
2003

Upcoming expeditions

Cabins

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6: Category 6 - Bridge Deck

#502, 507, 509*, 510 — These large, elegant suites feature a French balcony, except for #509 which has double windows. There is a living area with a sofa, two armchairs, coffee table, well-placed reading lamps, flat screen TV, espresso maker, and climate controls complete the decor. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door, except for #502, which uniquely offers a ‘soaking tub with a view’ in addition to a shower stall and expansive vanity. Guests receive a welcome amenity, complimentary laundry, special turn down service, and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

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5: Category 5 - Bridge Deck

#501, 503-506, 508 — These spacious suites feature open living areas with sliding glass doors opening to a shared French balcony. A separate sitting area with armchairs, sofa, writing/laptop desk, coffee table, well-placed reading lamps, flat screen TV, espresso maker, and climate controls complete the decor. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Beds are configurable (call for details). Guests receive a welcome amenity, complimentary laundry, special turn down service, and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

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4: Category 4 - Bridge Deck

#511, 515 — These suites feature separate sleeping and sitting areas, a chair, armchair, coffee table, and a two-cushion sofa facing an expansive window. Ample storage, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, espresso maker, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Beds are configurable (call for details). Guests receive a welcome amenity, complimentary laundry, special turn down service, and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

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3S: Category 3 Solo - Bridge Deck

#512 — This solo cabin features two single beds and a panoramic window, plus two armchairs, a small table, reading lamps, coffee table, flat screen TV, and climate controls. The marble bathroom is generously sized and includes a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Located in an optimal mid ship location near the Bridge, the main stairwell, and elevator. Guests receive a welcome amenity, complimentary laundry, special turn down service, and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

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3: Category 3 - Upper Deck

#401-412, 414-419 — These more spacious cabins feature a sitting area with a large window, a sofa—except slightly smaller #401 & #402—an armchair or two, writing/laptop desk, reading lamps, coffee table, flat screen TV, bedside table, and climate controls. Beds are configurable (call for details). Marble bathrooms include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Ideal Upper Deck location provides easy access to Bar/Lounge and outdoor dining.

Photograph by: Marco Ricca

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2: Category 2 - Main Deck

#302-312, 314, 315, 317 — Cabins feature an oval window and configurable beds: two single beds that can be converted to a queen. An armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, bedside table, coffee table, desk, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

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1S: Category 1 Solo - Main Deck

#301, 322, 323 — These solo cabins feature a window or two portholes, a queen-size bed, except for #301 which has a double bed, writing desk and chair, climate controls, reading lamps, coffee table, two bedside tables, and a TV. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a roomy shower stall with a glass door.

Photograph by: Douglas Scaletta

Deck plans

Top Deck

top deck

Observation Deck

observation deck

Bridge Deck

bridge deck

Upper Deck

upper deck

Main Deck

main deck

Expedition Deck

expedition deck

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