Expedition Voyages - The Vessels
For the wildlife cruises we have featured this year, we have made a selection of vessels based on their size, comfort, speed and capability of exploring remote wildlife areas and isolated backwaters - as well as a few little extras such as onboard helicopters, adventure options and al-fresco bars!
The ships featured generally range from around 50 to 125 passengers although in some cases carry as few as 12 passengers. To help narrow down the choices and to identify the vessel that will best suit your comfort levels, style and sense of adventure, we have divided the ships into distinct areas. For each ship, you will find a description and a deck plan on the following pages.
Further details
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Akademik IoffeDesigned for polar research, the Akademik Ioffe is modern, comfortable, safe and ice-strengthened. From small group sessions to briefings for all passengers, we have public spaces onboard the ship ide... 
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Akademik ShokalskiyDesigned and built as an ice-strengthened research ship in Finland in 1982, she has explored much of the world's polar waters. Fully refurbished in 1998, the ship provides simple yet comfortable accom...
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Antarctic DreamThe Antarctic Dream (formerly Piloto Pardo) has 39 twin cabins on four decks including four suites, 16 superior cabins and 19 twin cabins. All cabins feature a private bathroom with shower or tub an...
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M/V OrteliusThe ice-strengthened vessel "Ortelius" is an excellent vessel for Polar expedition cruises in the Arctic and Antarctica, providing possibilities to adventure remote locations such as the Ross Sea and ...
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NoorderlichtThe Noorderlicht has accommodation for 20 travellers in comfortable twin cabins. All cabins have upper and lower berths, a cupboard and wash basin.
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Ocean NovaThe Ocean Nova (formerly the Sarpik Ittuk) was built in Frederikshavn, Denmark. The vessel, originally designed to navigate the ice-choked waters off Western Greenland, was upgraded in 2000 and sign...
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PlanciusA maximum of 112 passengers are accommodated in cabins ranging from triple to superior, all featuring an outside view and private facilities.
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Polar PioneerPolar Pioneer was originally designed and built in Finland for polar and oceanographic research. Small and manoeuvrable, this ice-strengthened vessel is capable of venturing into remote corners of the...
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S/V Rembrandt van RijnThe Rembrandt van Rijn has an experienced crew of seven, including two guides. The ship is well suited for expedition cruising among small islands and offers good open deck viewing areas.
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UshuaiaThe Ushuaia is an ice-strengthened vessel refurbished especially for Antarctic expedition voyages. It now boasts 41 well-appointed cabins and suites for 84 passengers
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