Orion Expedition Cruises Details
Orion Accommodation
- Owners Suite - Orion’s four spacious Owners’ Suites are located on Deck 5. These 345 sq ft* suites contain a beautifully appointed separate bedroom and living room. Enjoy your private French Balcony featuring floor to ceiling sliding glass doors and a small outside area for viewing the breathtaking scenery. (OS509 has two large rectangular windows instead of a balcony. OS502 has the living room space incorporated into the bedroom and features a large bathroom with separate bathtub).
- Balcony Suite - The six luxurious Balcony Suites are also on Deck 5, they have an open living room with a total average area of 230 sq ft*. The Suite affords floor to ceiling sliding glass doors opening onto a private French Balcony allowing you to take in the sea breeze.
- Deluxe Suite - The two Deluxe Oceanview Suites occupy up to 230 sq ft* in area on Deck 5. An open living room with a two-seater sofa and large rectangular window lets you relax and enjoy the beautiful ocean view after a day of exploration.
- Junior Suite - On decks 4 and 5 there are eighteen Junior Suites. These generously sized 218 sq ft* Suites offer lots of storage space and feature a comfortable two-seater sofa in the sitting area. They also contain a large rectangular window (except JS418 & JS419 which have large oval windows, please note JS512 is a twin bed configuration only).
- Category A Staterooms - These nicely appointed Oceanview Staterooms are situated on deck 3. The average room size is 180 sq ft*, all with large oval windows and a comfortable sitting area with tub chair.
- Category B Staterooms - The Oceanview Staterooms are located on Deck 3. Relax in your sitting area with tub chair in a 175sq ft* room with a large oval window (except staterooms B322 & B323 which have twin portholes).
Orion Facilities
- Boutique - Open daily when the ship is at sea, the Boutique offers a wide range of gifts ranging from signature clothing to the most beautiful pearls in the world from Paspaley. A limited supply of sundry items is available.
- Elevator - Orion has a glass elevator, centrally located in the atrium for ease of access. It services all stateroom decks and Deck 6, where you will find the Galaxy Observation Lounge and Cosmos Lecture Theatre.
- Gymnasium - Located on Deck 6 with sweeping ocean views, the gymnasium is equipped with the following LifeFitness equipment: a step machine, a treadmill, a cross trainer, 2 bicycles, free weights and exercise mats.
- Hair and Beauty Salon - Our hair stylist is available by appointment, offering a range of services from a simple shampoo and blow dry to a complete make-over including manicure and pedicure.
- Hospital & Infirmary - Orion has a doctor on board at all times and consultations should be arranged through the Reception Desk. A very limited range of pharmaceuticals is maintained on board so please be sure to pack sufficient quantities of medicines for your journey. Please note the Australian Medicare system does not extend to Orion and consultation fees will be charged to your stateroom account.
- Internet - A laptop is available in the Library with internet connection. Internet access is also available in your stateroom using your own laptop. If your laptop is wireless enabled you may use it anywhere in the Galaxy Observation Lounge or the Leda Lounge. Two laptops are available for loan from the Reception Desk. Internet access cards can be purchased for A$30.00 (60 minutes) or A$50.00 (125 minutes). Communications at sea are subject to satellite connections.
- Jacuzzi - A Jacuzzi spa is located on the Sun Deck, Deck 6. In warmer climes you’ll find the spa affords a cool dip, doubling as a plunge pool.
- Lecture Theatre - Our state-of-the-art lecture theatre with surround-sound is the scene for themed presentations by our Expedition team and Guest Speakers. All guests are comfortably accommodated in arm-chair style seating.
- Leda Lounge and Cocktail Bar - Centrally located on Deck 4, the Leda Lounge and Cocktail Bar is the hub of social life aboard Orion, comfortably seating all guests at once. Tour briefings are held here before dinner and a duo plays for your entertainment later in the evening.
- Library - Our library is well-stocked with a wide variety of informative books and journals on our destinations, and both novels and games are also available. You’ll also find a laptop here for internet access.
- Marina Platforms - You’ll embark the Zodiacs from either the Stern Marina Platform (accessed by the rear stairs from the Outdoor Café) or the Portside Embarkation Platform (accessed via the Mud Room on Deck 2). Cruise staff will direct you to the platform in use each day.
- Mud Room - Located on Deck 2, this is a “wet area” allowing you to wash down boots after returning to the ship, thereby minimising the risk of cross-contamination between pristine locations ashore, such as those found in Antarctica. You may also use this room to store your snorkel and flippers in designated lockers.
- Observation Lounge - Located high atop Orion on Deck 6, the intimate Galaxy Observation Lounge affords stunning 270º views. Early Riser breakfast and Afternoon Tea are both served here.
- Outdoor Café - The Delphinus Outdoor Café, located aft on Deck 4, offers al fresco dining for buffet breakfast and lunch. On balmy evenings you may book a table outdoors for dinner enjoying the same menu and service as presented in the restaurant.
- Outdoor Bar - Located high on the ship adjacent to the Sun Deck Jacuzzi spa on Deck 6.
- Reception Desk - Manned 24 hours a day, the Reception Desk is your ‘first port of call’ for all administrative matters.
- Restaurant - The Constellation Restaurant offers guests a relaxed yet sophisticated environment for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dining aboard Orion is a leisurely experience with a single, open sitting allowing you to choose when and with whom you dine. Special signature menus designed for us by Sydney’s Serge Danserau of ‘The Bathers’ Pavilion’ fame complement our other alternatives.
- Sporting Facilities - Orion is equipped with a fleet of 10 inflatable 2-man kayaks and when in warmer waters you are welcome to borrow goggles, snorkels and fins for the duration of your stay with us.
- Sun Deck - You’ll find padded teak steamer chairs on Deck 6 beside the Jacuzzi spa affording you a relaxing spot to read a book or simply doze in the sun. You’ll find an ample supply of large blue beach towels close by.
- Vega Health Spa - The Vega Spa offers a uni-sex dry sauna with an adjoining relaxation room. The gymnasium has sweeping ocean views and is equipped with LifeFitness equipment including a step machine, a treadmill, a cross trainer, 2 bicycles, free weights and exercise mats. A range of of custom-designed spa treatments are available to revitalise body and skin. Face and body rejuvenation services include aromatherapy and massage treatments. The onboard massage therapist offers you a range of massage techniques from relaxing Swedish, Arometherapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology, Drainage, Reflexology, Remedial, Sport Injury and Deep Tissue.
- Hair Styling and Beauty Salon - Our experienced and qualified hairdresser and beauty therapist offers a full range of haircutting, hair colouring, makeup, nails and beauty services to both men and women.
