Hurtigruten's Finnmarken
MS Finnmarken (previously MS Otto Sverdrup) is named after the wild and rugged Finnmark region in northern Norway where the remote North Cape lies.
The name Finnmarken has a proud history within Hurtigruten, with two former ships taking the same title. The first, DS Finnmarken, was a steamship built in 1912. This was replaced by the motorship, MS Finnmarken, in 1956. The former was a classic icon of elegant Norwegian sea travel, with carved wooden interior ornamentation. The latter is a showcase from the golden age of post-war coastal liners.
The present-day MS Finnmarken – which sailed under the name MS Otto Sverdrup between 2021 and 2025 – was constructed in 2002 and underwent renovation in 2020. Natural Scandinavian materials like granite, oak, birch and wool were used in the refurb to create a relaxed and stylish atmosphere that adds to the premium feel while on board.
To bring the ship right up to date, a 2025 upgrade has seen the pool deck refined, as well as other technical improvements implemented.
This comfortable ship offers the chance to indulge yourself in the wellness area, complete with gym, treatment rooms and sauna. You can enjoy a heated swimming pool and hot tubs on Deck 7, while outdoor observation areas are located on the two middle and uppermost decks.
MS Finnmarken is a hybrid-powered ship with battery packs that enable greater fuel efficiency and lower NOx and CO2 emissions. It is also equipped for shore power connectivity, which cuts emissions when docked in ports where shore power is available.
Ship Data
- Rating
- Specialty
- Cruise Line
- Hurtigruten
- Preferred Cruise Line
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length
- 138.5 m
- Tonnage
- 15,690 t
- Maiden Voyage
- 2002
- Refurbished
- 2020
- Passenger Capacity (dbl)
- 526
- Ship Registration
- Kleven Verft (N)
Ship Amenities
- Television
Ship Facilities
- Aune Restaurant
- Explorer Lounge
- Fredheim Restaurant
- Gym
- Hot Tubs
- Lindstrom Restaurant
- Observation Deck
- Outdoor Pool
- Outdoor Walking Deck
- Pool Deck
- Sauna
- Science Centre
- Shop
- Wellness Area
Aune Restaurant
Explorer Lounge & Bar
Science Centre
MG - Grand Suite
Our Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper decks of the ship, these cabins feature a seating area with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed, unless otherwise specified. Each Expedition Suite has its own unique specifications. MG Grand Suite: One- or two-room suites on decks 6 and 8 that sleep up to two people, with a TV and a private balcony or a French balcony.
M2 - Suite
Our Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper decks of the ship, these cabins feature a seating area with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed, unless otherwise specified. Each Expedition Suite has its own unique specifications. M2 Suite: One-room suites on deck 6 that sleep up to two people, with a TV and a private balcony.
M4 - Suite
Our Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper decks of the ship, these cabins feature a seating area with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed, unless otherwise specified. Each Expedition Suite has its own unique specifications. M4 Suite: One-room suites on deck 6 that sleep up to four people, with a TV and a private balcony.
Q2 - Mini Suite
Our Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper decks of the ship, these cabins feature a seating area with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed, unless otherwise specified. Each Expedition Suite has its own unique specifications. Q2 Mini Suite: One-room suites on deck 5 that sleep up to two people, with a TV. Some with separate beds.
U2 - Arctic Superior Outside Cabin
Relaxation and comfort are hallmarks of the Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, these cabins have a bathroom with a shower. Most have a queen bed, while some have separate beds. Each Arctic Superior cabin has its own unique specifications. U2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on decks 6 and 7 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV.
P2 - Arctic Superior Outside Cabin
Relaxation and comfort are hallmarks of the Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, these cabins have a bathroom with a shower. Most have a queen bed, while some have separate beds. Each Arctic Superior cabin has its own unique specifications. P2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on deck 5 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV.
QJ - Arctic Superior Outside Cabin
Relaxation and comfort are hallmarks of the Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, these cabins have a bathroom with a shower. Most have a queen bed, while some have separate beds. Each Arctic Superior cabin has its own unique specifications. QJ Outside Cabin: Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleep up to two people, with a limited/no view and a TV.
O2 - Polar Outside Cabin
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and have a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications. O2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on decks 3 and 5 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV.
SD - Polar Outside Cabin
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and have a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications. SD Outside Cabin: Cabins on deck 3 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV. These cabins are accessible to guests with limited mobility.
N2 - Polar Outside Cabin
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and have a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications. N2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on deck 3 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV.
L2 - Polar Outside Cabin
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and have a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications. L2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on decks 2 and 3 that sleep up to two people, with portholes, a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV. Some cabins have upper/lower berths, and some have a limited/ no view.
J2 - Polar Outside Cabin
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and have a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications. J2 Outside Cabin: Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleep up to two people, with a limited/no view, and a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV.
I2 - Polar Inside Cabin
Our Polar Inside cabins are on decks 3, 5, and 6 and include a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have either a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Inside cabin has its own unique specifications. I2 Inside Cabin: Cabins on decks 3, 5, and 6 that sleep up to two people, with a queen bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and a TV. Some cabins have upper/lower berths.
- Television
- Aune Restaurant
- Explorer Lounge
- Fredheim Restaurant
- Gym
- Hot Tubs
- Lindstrom Restaurant
- Observation Deck
- Outdoor Pool
- Outdoor Walking Deck
- Pool Deck
- Sauna
- Science Centre
- Shop
- Wellness Area