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Hanseatic Nature vs RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker

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Hanseatic Nature cruise ship
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Hanseatic Nature vs RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker: Quick Comparison

Hanseatic Nature and RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker both entered service in 2019. Hanseatic Nature is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 15,651 GT. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.

Ship Comparison

Specification comparison of Hanseatic Nature and RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker
SpecHanseatic NatureRRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker
Year Built20192019
Gross Tonnage15,651 GT15,000 GT
Passenger Capacity230
Space per Passenger68 GT
Length138.2 m
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Key Differences: Hanseatic Nature vs RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker

Age

Hanseatic Nature and RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker were both built in 2019.

Size

At 15,651 GT, Hanseatic Nature is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker at 15,000 GT.

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Hanseatic Nature

Short cruise western Europe: a harmony of landscape and architecture

Departure Port
Hamburg
Region
Cruise
Nights
9
Round Trip
Yes
  1. Day 1 · Oct 2, 2026Hamburg
  2. Day 2 · Oct 3, 2026At Sea
  3. Day 3 · Oct 4, 2026Isle of Wight
  4. Day 4 · Oct 5, 2026Guernsey
  5. Day 5 · Oct 6, 2026Honfleur
  6. Day 6 · Oct 7, 2026Honfleur
  7. Day 7 · Oct 8, 2026Antwerp
  8. Day 8 · Oct 9, 2026Amsterdam
  9. Day 9 · Oct 10, 2026Helgoland
  10. Day 10 · Oct 11, 2026Hamburg

Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.

Upcoming Cruises & Prices

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Which Ship Is Cheaper?

Hanseatic Nature

Average

$816 / day

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$0 / day

Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.

Which Ship Should You Choose?

Choose Hanseatic Nature if…

  • You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
  • Departing from Hamburg works for your plans.

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    Hanseatic Nature vs RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker: Final Comparison Summary

    Newer

    Both ships are the same

    Bigger

    Hanseatic Nature

    15,651 GT

    4% larger by gross tonnage

    Lower Price Per Day

    Both ships are the same

    • Both ships were built in 2019.
    • Hanseatic Nature is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
    • Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is bigger, Hanseatic Nature or RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker?

    Hanseatic Nature is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 15,651 GT compared with RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker at 15,000 GT.

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