Antarctica

Vessels

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  Orion
  Luxury - Max capacity 106 passengers
  

  Though custom-made for expedition cruising, with an ice-strengthened hull, Orion is the epitome of elegance. A full complement of Zodiacs are carried onboard whilst a range of facilities make this ship the perfect choice for adventure in comfort.
  

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  M/V Ushuaia
  Expedition Ship - Max capacity 84 passengers
  

  Originally built for the US National Oceanographic & Atmospheric Administration, the Ushuaia has been refurbished to accommodate passengers in well-appointed comfort. This ice-strengthened polar vessel provides ample deck space and an open bridge policy as well as a full complement of Zodiacs.
  

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  Ocean Nova
  Superior Vessel - Max capacity 83 passengers
  

  Built in 1992 in Denmark this vessel was significantly refurbished in 2006 and now carries a small group of up to 83 passengers in superior comfort. She is manned by a highly skilled crew together with the experienced expedition team, and on selected departures offers the chance to kayak.
  

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  Akademik Ioffe
  Expedition Ship - Max capacity 96 passengers
  

  Taking up to 96 passengers the Akademik Ioffe is the number one choice for adventure-seekers, offering kayaking and camping on selected departures.
  

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  Antarctic Dream
  Superior Vessel - Max capacity 80 passengers
  

  This former Chilean naval ship was built in Holland in 1958 and is classified as ice-strengthened. It was extensively refurbished in 2004 to carry a maximum of 80 passengers offering the small ship experience with superior comfort and excellent cuisine.
  

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  Clipper Adventurer
  Expedition Ship - Max capacity 122 passengers
  

  Built as an expedition ship in 1975 and refitted in 1998, this elegant ice-strengthened vessel is the more sophisticated sister-ship to the Orlova and offers a very comfortable base for its 122 passengers to explore the polar regions.
  

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  Sea Spirit
  Superior Vessel - Max capacity 120 passengers
  

  This new addition to the fleet couples adventure with unsurpassed comfort and style. Carrying 120 passengers it is one of the most spacious and luxurious expedition vessels currently operating.
  

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  Akademik Sergey Vavilov
  Expedition Ship - Max capacity 104 passengers
  

  Once part of the Russian scientific fleet this ship was built in Finland in 1988 with an ice-strengthened hull, designed to be exceptionally stable, manoeuvrable and quiet. Taking up to 110 passengers plus a crew of 53 it utilises state-of-the-art technology.
  

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  M/S Expedition
  Superior Vessel - Max capacity 126 passengers
  

  The most recent addition to our fleet of vessels is the Danish-built M/S Expedition. Newly refurbished, this eye-catching ship offers spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to 126 passengers.
  

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