RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker|Hanseatic Nature

RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker vs Hanseatic Nature

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RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker

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RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker vs Hanseatic Nature: Quick Comparison

RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker and Hanseatic Nature 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 RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker and Hanseatic Nature
SpecRRS Sir David Attenborough icebreakerHanseatic Nature
Year Built20192019
Gross Tonnage15,000 GT15,651 GT
Passenger Capacity230
Space per Passenger68 GT
Length138.2 m
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Cabins

Key Differences: RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker vs Hanseatic Nature

Age

RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker and Hanseatic Nature 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

RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker

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Which Ship Is Cheaper?

RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker

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$0 / day

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Average

$816 / day

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Which Ship Should You Choose?

Choose RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker if…

    Choose Hanseatic Nature if…

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

    RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker vs Hanseatic Nature: 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, RRS Sir David Attenborough icebreaker or Hanseatic Nature?

    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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