
CX138
The ULSTEIN CX138 cruise ship blends yacht-like luxury with exploration capabilities. Designed for warm waters, it features ample storage for tenders and toys, a beach club with an aft marina, sun decks, a pool, and spacious lounging areas. With a sleek design and eco-friendly technology, it ensures both adventure and comfort.
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Customised solutions to meet your requirements
Embark on a journey like no other aboard our robust and dependable vessels, designed to ensure both your safety and comfort. Every aspect of the ship's interior will be carefully crafted to bring the owner’s vision to life, providing each passenger with an unforgettable experience.
Elevate your experience by enlisting your own interior architect to enhance the luxury standard, ensuring a premium atmosphere you won't want to miss. Alternatively, you can benefit from our collaboration with renowned and experienced cruise interior designers.
Turning visions into reality
The ULSTEIN CX138 is an expedition cruise ship featuring unique X-BOW® lines for reduced pitch motion, smoother sailing, and greater fuel efficiency. Let's join forces to tailor our designs specifically to your needs, ensuring a perfect fit for your vision and requirements.
CX138 - Expedition Cruise Vessel
Whether you're sailing on calm waters or venturing to far-off places, the ULSTEIN CX138 is your ideal travel companion. Immerse yourself in its timeless design, spacious outdoor areas, and breathtaking views that will make every journey unforgettable.
- Fuel efficiency:
- The CX138 is designed to maximise fuel efficiency, which helps lower operational costs while maintaining high performance.
- Passenger capacities:
- With a Gross Tonnage (GT) of 5,100 and a Passenger Capacity (PAX) of 48, the CX138 offers spacious and comfortable accommodations for all guests.
- Standing out from the crowd:
- A vessel featuring X-BOW lines stands out as a one-of-a-kind design, significantly differing from traditional cruise ships. Its exceptional seakeeping qualities greatly influence comfort, safety, efficiency, and ease of operation. Plus, the striking appearance adds to its appeal!
- Comfortable cruising:
- A luxurious cruise ship with spacious suites offers an intimate yet sociable yachting experience. Guests can enjoy diverse entertainment, relax in comfort, engage in activities, and savour fine dining. The ship features expansive outdoor spaces, sun decks, pools, hot tubs, and lounging areas.

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ULSTEIN’s ship designs for the expedition cruising segment are crafted to meet the demands of modern explorers and travellers. Our vessels are built to the highest seakeeping standards, and we offer customisable designs to cater to any specific preferences you may have.
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Lars Ståle Skoge
- Description
- Commercial Director
- Affiliation
- Ulstein Design & Solutions AS