This is a 345’ Ice Class Polar Expedition Cruise Ship. It was built in 1972 as a RoPax Night Ferry and rebuilt as new in 2009 as polar expedition cruise ship. It is a spacious and well-designed and accommodates 134 passengers.
On board, there are viewing platforms, a 360-degree Observation Deck, a bar and restaurant, five different standards of cabin (all en-suite) and a lounge big enough to accommodate all passengers in which lectures and presentations can be given. Live evening entertainment is provided in the Polar Bear Bar. There is also a gym, sauna, library, computer room, hospital and a gift shop. The vessel is equipped with a fleet of zodiacs, so you never miss a photo opportunity with the incredible wildlife. Passengers can also keep in touch with the outside world via a satellite-linked internet/phone system.
SHIP SPECIFICATIONS
Type: Expedition Vessel
Built: Helsingr Skibsvaerft, Denmark
Year Built: 1972 as RoPax night Ferry
Rebuilt: 2009 as Expedition cruise Ship
Last Major Refit: 2015
Ice Class: Swedish/Finnish 1B
Length: 105 m (345 ft)
Breadth: 18.6m (61 ft)
Max Draft: 4.7m (15 ft)
Gross Tonnage: 6,334 GRT
Speed: 17.0 knots
Passenger Capacity: 134 berths
Cabins: 62
Crew: 69
Main Engines: 2× HSM-B&W 10U45HU
Power: 8,096 kW/10,848 HP (combined)
Fwd-looking Sonar: Reduces the risk of its grounding on uncharted reefs or rocks.
Lifeboats: 4 x totally covered lifeboats provide capacity for all passengers and crew
Life Rafts: 6 boast a capacity of 150 persons.
Full immersion cold weather survival suits for all passengers and crew
ENTERTAINMENT & AMMENITIES
360° Observation Deck
All cabins with private ensuite and outside views
Raised Canada Goose Observation Deck
Fleet of 14 zodiacs with four stroke engines
Complimentary Wellington Boots for duration of your cruise
Complimentary destination guides for every passenger
Large-headed Mud Room
Lonely Planet Library
Discovery Lounge
Fine dining – international cuisine in one sitting
Large aft deck with barbeque facilities
Polar Bear Pub
Gift Shop
Medical Clinic
Sauna
Computer Room with internet where available
Gym
Mobile phones for rent
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.