MS Kong Harald
Norway’s reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable hybrid vessel.
Specifications
MS Kong Harald
Year built
1993
Ship yard
Volkswerft (Germany)
Beds
498
Length
121.8 m
Speed
17 knots
Year of refurbishment
2023
Capacity
590
Gross tonnage
11,204
Beam
19.2 m
It’s a true honour to have one of our ship’s named after Norway’s King Harald V. The King is a skilled sailor, even representing Norway in sailing at the Olympic Games three times. In 2016, at the age of 78, he and his team finished second in the Sailing World Championships.
MS Kong Harald was upgraded to a greener hybrid ship in 2023. Emissions are cut by large battery packs combined with the ships efficient and brand-new engines, reducing fuel consumption and CO2-emissions by approximately 25 percent. The ship is also updated with state-of-the-art wastewater treatment equipment, and SRC technology that reduce NOx emissions by at least 80 percent. In addition, cabins on deck 2 and 3 were refurbished.
The vessel was also refurbished in 2016 to feature a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. There is a comfortable bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink.
MS Kong Harald also has a large compass area where you find the reception, the Coastal Experience Team, conference room and shop. The top deck of the boat features a sun deck, observation saloon and panorama lounge, all of which provide splendid views of spectacular coastal scenery.
Your home at sea
Welcome aboard. Here is where time slows down. Where you can enjoy a casual and cosy ambience, inspired by the Nordic concept of koselig.
Explorer Lounge & Bar
This is the perfect place on the ship to go to nestle into a comfy chair, sip a handcrafted cocktail, chat to fellow guests, and watch the world go by.
Sauna and fitness room
Keep active in the fitness room before enjoying a soothing steam in the sauna.
Outdoor hot tubs
Soak in the bubbles of the ship’s two outdoor hot tubs, while admiring views of the coast.
Restaurants on board
Each of the ship’s restaurants is a different dining experience, but all promise our Norway’s Coastal Kitchen concept of local ingredients from local suppliers.
Torget
Meaning ‘marketplace’ in Norwegian, the main restaurant offers a variety for all three daily meals, which are a combination of buffets and set menus.
Brygga
The name of this bistro is the Norwegian word for ‘wharf’. It serves salads, pizzas, and other crowd-pleasers with a Nordic twist.
Kysten
Dine in style at ‘The Coast’, our à la carte option. You’ll savour exquisite dishes crafted by our most skilled chefs, using the finest ingredients the Norwegian coast has to offer.
Multe
Let the aroma of freshly baked cakes and pastries guide you to Multe. The name Multe means ‘cloudberry’ in Norwegian. Jam made from this rare Arctic berry can be sampled in the bakery, often served with waffles and generous dollops of whipped cream or ice cream.
Your Coastal Experience Team
The Coastal Experience Team will be by your side as part of your voyage with us, sharing stories and insights about Norway’s culture, nature, and history.
Knowing Norway
Each member of the team has a range of specialised topics in their repertoire, ready to share with you in lectures and presentations on board, on deck, and ashore.
Meet your team
Talk to the team to sign up to available seasonal excursions or to join them on invigorating hikes to secret scenic spots in several of the ports we call at.
For the kids
Children between the ages of 6-13 years can join our complimentary Young Explorer activity programme on selected ships throughout July and August.
Cabins
Expedition Suite
Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, and bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds. Some suites have more facilities than others.
An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.
Suite for up to 2 travellers
These elegant suites on the upper deck have separate bedroom, a double bed, a seating area with a sofa and 2 chairs, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
Cabin code: M3
- 28 - 30 m2
- Double bed
- Window
Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on the two upper decks, the cabins all have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV. All of the cabins have double beds, and unobstructed views.
Situated on deck 5 and 6, the cabins feature facilities as TV, queen-sized beds, water boilers, coffee and tea.
(Note: All Arctic superior cabins on deck 5 have the promenade deck outside.)
Upper deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
Cabin code: U2D
- 11 - 12 m2
- Double bed
- Window
Upper decks for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have a double bed, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities. The cabins have view to promenade deck.
Cabin code: P2D
- 8 - 11 m2
- Double bed
- Window
Polar Outside
Our Polar Outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC, and most have flat-screen TVs. The cabins offer separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Lower deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer. The cabins have portholes.
Cabin code: L2
- 10 - 12 m2
- Twin beds
- Porthole
Lower deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have a double bed, a chair, TV and hairdryer. The cabins have portholes.
Cabin code: L2D
- 10 - 12 m2
- Double bed
- Porthole
Upper deck for up to 2 travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people, midship on the upper deck, have double beds, a private shower/WC, and TV. The cabins have very limited or obstructed views.
Cabin code: J2D
- 8 - 11 m2
- Double bed
- Limited view
Upper deck for up to 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper decks have separate or bunk beds, where one can be turned into a sofa and TV. Some have a chair and a hairdryer. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J3
- 8 - 11 m2
- Mixed beds
- Limited view
Middle deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
Cabin code: N2
- 11 - 12 m2
- Twin beds
- Window
Middle deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable refurbished outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
Cabin code: N2D
- 11 - 12 m2
- Double bed
- Window
Upper and middle deck for up to 2 travellers
These comfortable, refurbished cabins for up to two people on the upper or middle decks have a double bed, a chair, TV, and hair dryer.
Cabin code: O2D
- 8 - 11 m2
- Double bed
- Window
Upper and middle deck for up to 3 travellers
These comfortable cabins for up to three people have separate or bunk beds where one can be turned into a sofa. Some have a chair, TV, and hairdryer. Some cabins have limited view.
Cabin code: O3
- 7 - 13 m2
- Bunk beds
- Window
Polar Inside
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. Some are equipped with upper and lower berths. All of the cabins have individual specifications.
Lower deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable refurbished standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, a chair, TV and hairdryer.
Cabin code: I2
- 8 - 9 m2
- Twin beds
- No Window
Upper deck for up to 3 travellers
These comfortable, refurbished standard inside cabins for up to three people on the upper deck have separate and bunk beds where one can be turned into a sofa, and TV.
Cabin code: K3
- 8 - 9 m2
- Bunk beds
- No Window
Decks
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Vehicles onboard coastal voyages must fit the following dimensions:
Max Length: 6.5 m/ 21.3 ft
Max Width: 2.45 m/ 8 ft
Max Height: 2.3 m/ 7.5 ft
Max Weight: 5000 kg/ 11,023 lbs
Campervans, minivans and trailers cannot be accepted. For safety reasons, we cannot take cars that use LPG or CNG gas on board. This applies even if the tank is empty.
For more information on bringing your vehicle on board, please see our FAQs.