Expedition Ships
 MS
Island Sky
This deluxe vessel recently underwent a significant refit
and is one of the finest small ships in the world. Built
in 1992, all the cabins are in fact suites with a sitting
room area with good outside views. Those on the lower deck
have portholes, the middle two decks have large picture
windows and the two top decks have patio doors leading
on to a private balcony. Each suite affords considerable
comfort with en-suite bathrooms, large wardrobes and excellent
storage. There are mini-fridges, telephone and towelling
dressing gowns in each suite.
The spacious and finely decorated public rooms include
a lounge, elegant bar, library and a single seating dining
room. Outside there is a rear sun deck where meals are
served in warm weather under shade, a bar, spa pool and
comfortable deck furniture. In the top deck there is a
further observation and sun deck.
The maximum complement of passengers is 116
MV
Polar Star
MV Polar Star is the first ice-breaker to be fully
converted for expedition cruising and on board you will
find a range of cabins and public rooms that have been
well planned. With a capacity of 105 passengers she is
the ideal size for expedition cruising. Ninety percent
of passenger cabins offer private facilities and all cabins
have outside views. Category K1 is a three berth cabin
for twin ruse and is the only category with shared facilities.
Categories K2 and K3 both have large windows and two lower
beds. Category K4 is a superior double with side and aft
facing windows. Category K6 is a mini suite with double
bed and category K7 is a suite with two rooms and double
bed or two twin beds.
For a ship of this size is offers excellent public areas
and large open deck space. Facilities include a single
sitting dining room offering international cuisine, a large
panoramic lounge, library, gymnasium, shop and bar.
MV
Explorer
One of the best known expedition cruise ship in the world, MV
Explorer was also the first custom-built expedition
ship. Small enough to allow you to visit small inlets
and bays, yet large enough to ensure a comfortable and
secure voyage, she has sailed to every corner of the
world. In addition to tenders, there is the added advantage
of the use of the ship's zodiac craft which are ideal
for landings in isolated spots.
With a maximum of 100 passengers, the spacious dining
room accommodates all passengers at one sitting and is
arranged on an open seating basis. There is an 'open bridge'
allowing you to participate in the events on board.
Oceanic
Princess
Most expedition vessels have been converted to expedition
vessels with the exception of the Oceanic Princess ,
which has been specifically designed for expedition cruising
around Australasia and the South Pacific. Built in 2005
she can accommodate 76 passengers in air conditioning comfort.
Passenger cabins all have outside views and private bathrooms
are located over three decks. There is a single sitting
dining room, large lounge and bar. The top deck is allocated
for observation and relaxation with comfortable deck furniture
and spa pool.
For forays ashore there is a specially designed high-powered
excursion boat Xplorer and Zodiacs.
MS
Stockholm
In 1999 MS Stockholm was totally refitted and is
a comfortable and ice-strengthened passenger ship. She
carries a maximum of 12 passengers in outside twin cabins
all with private facilities. She is a marvellous piece
of maritime history with beautiful brass details. With
a party of 12 on board it is like travelling on a private
yacht and offers an entirely different experience and perspective
to the more conventional vessel. The vessel is equipped
with inflatable landing craft which will allow you to explore
the face of glaciers and nudge within yards of the wildlife
on the floating ice.
MV
Sea Voyager
MV Sea Voyager carries up to 62 passengers in 31
spacious cabins. All cabins have large picture windows,
tastefully appointed cabins with lower berths, private
facilities, hairdryers and individually controlled air
conditioning.
Public areas include a glass enclosed lounge and full-serviced
bar which can be opened to sea breezes or closed and air-conditioned,
a canopied Sun deck, wide-open Upper Deck and a well stocked
library.
The MV Sea Voyager's zodiac landing craft are used
whenever possible to take passengers ashore, giving flexibility
to explore even the most inaccessible areas. She is also
equipped with kayaks which allow passengers to explore
areas even zodiacs can not reach. Other features include
snorkelling equipment, undersea specialist, splash-cam
and video microscope.
National
Geographic Endeavour
The original Endeavour was Captain Cook's first expedition
ship and epitomizes the spirit of expedition cruising. MS
Endeavour has 62 passenger cabins face outside and
all have a private shower and toilet (there are no bathtubs).
Cabins are divided over three decks with cabins on the
A and Main decks having port holes, whilst cabins on the
Upper deck have picture windows (with the exception of
cabin 109 what has port holes). All cabins have climate
control and vary in shapes and sizes.
The dining room accommodates all passengers at a single
seating. Other facilities include a large lounge and bar
(which also serves as a lecture room), a library (also
for bridge), small swimming pool, sun and observation decks,
gift shop, massage therapist, fitness suite, sauna and
laundry service. There is a full time doctor and small
clinic.
The ship's Zodiac landing craft are used whenever possible
to take passengers shore, landing on beaches or small jetties,
giving you the flexibility to explore even the most remote
regions.
Yorktown
Clipper
The Yorktown Clipper was specifically designed
for cruising in coastal waters. The ship's easy manoeuvrability
and shallow draft enable exploration of secluded waterways
beyond the reach of bigger vessels. A fleet of motorised
landing craft can be launched in minutes for spontaneous
landings on small islands.
The spacious Observation Lounge and elegant dining room
are window-lined so that the outside world is always in
view.
An onboard naturalist and historian explain and recap
each day's event in informal talks.
Clipper
Adventurer
The Clipper Adventurer is classified A-1
ice class for unrestricted passenger service by Lloyds
Register, and is one of only a handful of vessels specifically
designed for Polar cruising. Her ice-strengthened hull
and advanced technology satellite navigation and communication
equipment enable her to operate safely in the most remote
corners of the world.
Visits ashore will be aboard Zodiac landing craft. These
ideal boats carrying between 10-12 passengers allow direct
access to beaches and landing points which would not be
possible with conventional tenders.
On board the Clipper Adventurer you will find
an experienced expedition tam of naturalists, geologists
and historians who will provide daily briefings on the
ship, as well as accompany you on your forays ashore.
Facilities on board include the Main Lounge, the Clipper
Club, a library, a small gymnasium and a hairdressing salon.
There are ample deck areas and promenades for viewing the
passing scenery. The window-lined dining room accommodates
all passengers in a single sitting. All cabins all have
outside views and private shower and toilet. There is also
a doctor on board.
Clipper
Odyssey
Clipper Odyssey can accommodate up to 128 passengers,
all in outside cabins which are located over four decks.
The cabins average 186 square feet and feature a sitting
area, twin or queen-size beds, ample storage space, dressing
table, hair-dryer, refrigerator, television, telephone,
personal safe, individiually controlled air-conditioning
and music system. Each cabin has a private bathroom with
shower/small tub.
Public areas are spacious with two lounges, library, lido
bar, gymnasium, hairdressers and a good-size swimming pool.
The open-Bridge policy allows passengers access to the
Bridge and charts, and the opportunity to discuss the course
with an officer. There will be daily briefings and talks
from guest speakers and the expedition staff.
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