accommodation profile

Orion II

accommodation specifics

Technical Information
Length: 88 meters
Beam: 15.3 meters
Draft: 4.5 meters
Hull: Ice- strengthened hull for voyages in the Arctic and Antarctic
Gross Tonnage: 4,077
Engines: MAN B&W Diesel 2 x 2520 KW
Speed: 14 knots cruise speed 13.5 knots
Stabilizers: Retractable fin stabilizers

Maneuverability: Bow thrusters

Built: January 1991. Refitted 2009
Builder: Cantieri Navale Ferrari (Italy)
Suites: 50
Guest Capacity: 100 (twin occupancy).Crew: 68
Elevator: Yes
Classification: Lloyds
Regulations: Orion II is built according to the latest international safety regulations, including those of the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Public Health, Canadian Arctic Shipping, and St. Lawrence Seaway.
Additional Craft: 6 Zodiac Heavy Duty MK5
Communications: Direct-dial satellite telephones; fax; e-mail; Internet access; internal telephone system.
Registry: Bahamas

Facilities:

Boutique

Lounge

Elevator

Library Internet

Jacuzzi

Sun Deck

Health Spa

Lecture Hall

Gymnasium

Outdoor Café

Restaurant Reception Desk

Marina Deck Platform

Hair and Beauty Salon

Hospital & Infirmary

Orion II is a private yacht-like expedition cruise ship built by Cantieri Navale Ferrari of Italy. After a number of years operating in Antarctica as the Clelia II, Orion II will be relaunched in 2011 following an extensive technical refit. Little expense was spared with this stylish, Italian built, all-suite Mega Yacht. Orion II now offers the finest standards in small-ship cruise travel. She also has an ice-strengthened hull for voyages in the Arctic and Antarctic and is fitted with stabilizers.

The expedition equipment includes Zodiacs and fast tender to deliver the Orion expedition experience. Combining luxury and service will require staffing by 68 offices and crew to serve Orion II’s capacity of 100 guests. Excellence of design, craftsmanship and quality materials combined with Orion II’s spaciousness and intimate ambiance make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages.

Accommodation onboard Orion II comprises of 50 Suites.

Every room offers you ocean views and is appointed with a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds and marble bathrooms. All rooms offer conveniences such as ample storage space, complementary 24-hour room service, a flat screen TV, DVD/CD player, internet connectivity, air conditioning, a personal safe, hairdryer and a mini-refrigerator continuously stocked with complimentary bottled water.

Penthouse Suite
Orion II's four spacious Penthouse Suites are the only suites located on Deck 6. These 260sq ft suites have private balconies, window and sitting area.

Balcony Suite
The twelve luxurious Balcony Suites are on Deck 5 with sitting area and a private balcony allowing you to take in the sea breeze.

Deluxe Suite
The two Deluxe Suites occupy up to 285 sq ft in area on Deck 5. Forward windows and a sitting area lets you relax and enjoy the beautiful ocean view after a day of exploration.

Junior Suite
On deck 4 there are ten Junior Suites. These 235sq ft suites have a window and sitting area.

AA Ocean Suite
These nicely appointed Ocean Suites are situated on deck 3. The average room size is 225 sq ft, all with windows and a comfortable sitting area.

A Ocean Suite
The A Ocean Suites are located on Deck 3 with portholes and a generous average area of 275sq ft.

B Ocean Suite
The B Ocean Suites are located on Deck 4 windows and sitting area. The average area is 215sq ft.