antarctica accommodations

The elegant 114-guest Corinthian II has established itself as one of the finest expedition cruise ships in Antarctica. With an ice-strengthened hull, a fleet of Zodiac inflatable craft for forays ashore and a set of stabilizers for smooth sailing, this high-quality expedition cruise ship can explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic islands in comfort and safety.

The 110 guest National Geographic Endeavour is one of the best Expedition cruises. This Antarctica cruise aboard the Endeavor will delight guests with a fleet of Zodiac landing craft, sea kayaks, ROV video and underwater cameras and more.

The M/V Akademik Shokalskiy is a ice-strengthened Russian research vessel. The vessel is ideally suited for expedition cruising, carrying a maximum of just 48 passengers in comfortable twin and triple cabins, all outside and each with a desk and ample storage space. Public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary and a sauna.

The Aleksey Maryshev and the Grigoriy Mikheev are modern and comfortable research vessels of built in 1990 in Finland, and designed as an ice-strengthened vessels. They were converted in the Netherlands for passenger use, and are ideally suited for expedition cruising.

The spectacular 78-passenger Antarctic Dream offers beautiful outside cabins with private bath. It features a helicopter for unforgettable flight-seeing over Antarctica. There are also observation decks, lecture room, spa, sauna, massage, library, medical clinic and more.

A handsome expedition ship, the Clipper Adventurer combines travel to some of the world’s most remote locales with superior on-board comfort for it's 122 passengers. All-outside staterooms have lower beds, private bathrooms, in-room music, and individual temperature controls. Two lounges, a library and the convenience of an on-board hair salon, gift shop, infirmary, laundry, E-mail accessibility, and workout room.

The Aleksey Maryshev and the Grigoriy Mikeev are modern and comfortable research vessels of built in 1990 in Finland, and designed as an ice-strengthened vessels. They were converted in the Netherlands for passenger use, and are ideally suited for expedition cruising.

The The Akademik Sergey Vavilov and her sister ship the Akademik Ioffe are well-equipped, ice strengthened vessels capable of carrying up to 118 passengers. The relatively new Scandinavian-built exploration vessels were extensively re-fitted during 2003 and they now feature all the modern facilities including a gymnasium, sauna and swimming pool.

The M/V Professor Molchanov is a ice-strengthened Russian research vessel. The vessel is ideally suited for expedition cruising, carrying a maximum of just 52 passengers in comfortable twin and triple cabins, all outside and each with a desk and ample storage space. Public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary and a sauna.

The Professor Multanovskiy is a 49-passenger Russian research vessel. This small ship expedition cruise vessel is ice-strengthened and has comfortable cabins and suites. There is a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, sauna, dining room, a large, open deck and navigation bridge.

The Ocean Nova (formerly the Sarpik Ittuk) sails on the Classic Antarctica itinerary. This ice-strengthened vessel carries 96 passengers. With all outside cabins (each with private facilities), a spacious dining room and a comfortable library, the Sarpik Ittuk is a perfect expedition ship for discovering Antarctica.

The M/V Lyubov Orlova is a 110-passenger Expedition Cruise Ship. All the cabins have lower berths, windows or portholes, and private facilities. M/V Orlova has covered and uncovered walkways, a comfortable lounge, a well-stocked bar and a polar library. The outside decks are spacious and offer a great vantage point from which to take in the fascinating Antarctic landscapes.

The Plancius is a 112-passenger small ship designed and built exclusively for polar expedition cruises. A Polar Cruise aboard the Plancius includes first class amenities, naturalist shore excursions, zodiac rides, and eductional programs. A wide variety of cabins, ample space on five decks make the Plancius a great option for expedition cruises to Antarctica.

The The Akademik Sergey Vavilov and her sister ship the Akademik Ioffe are well-equipped, ice strengthened vessels capable of carrying up to 118 passengers. The relatively new Scandinavian-built exploration vessels were extensively re-fitted during 2003 and they now feature all the modern facilities including a gymnasium, sauna and swimming pool.

The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort. Building upon a spirit of exploration and discovery, the National Geographic Explorer will house technology for sea exploration, such as Zodiacs, kayaks, hydro-phones, underwater HD cameras and a Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV).