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Following a $13 million refurbishment in 2009, M/S Expedition is an outstanding modern, well-designed expeditionary ship with spacious public areas and generously sized cabins. MS Expedition is an ice-strengthened polar expedition cruise ship owned and operated by the Canada-based travel company G Adventures (former Gap Adventures).

Janssonius is meeting the latest and highest Lloyd's Register standards for ice-strengthened cruise ships. Surpassing the requirements of the Polar Code adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Janssonius represents the most flexible, advanced, innovative touring vessel in the polar regions, thoroughly optimized for exploratory voyages that provide you the utmost first-hand contact with the Arctic and Antarctica.

The new Ultramarine 200-passenger polar ship is being purpose-built for safety and far-off exploration. The vessel boasts specialized exploration tools, cutting-edge safety measures and an incredible 70-day cruising range to focus on hard-to-reach places, while at the same time providing a high-end onboard experience. Set to launch in 2020, she is being built by Croatia's award-winning Brodosplit, the largest shipyard in the country, and is designed by LMG Marin, Europe's leading naval architect.

Hondius, sister ship to Janssonius, is a 170-passenger expedition ship, built exclusively for polar cruises. The 350-foot vessel is the first to be built to ice class LR PC6, making her one of the strongest ice-strengthened vessels in the polar regions.
Choose the Hondius for a state-of-the-art new ship; pairing strength, high-tech stabilizers, the utmost in safety standards and two main engines with a combined 4,200kW of power that generate a speed of 15 knots. The vessel was built by Croatia shipbuilder Brodosplit. Hondius is a stunning addition to the current fleet of expedition ships operating in polar waters. This fast and flexible ship is designed to respond to fluctuating polar conditions and adapt quickly.

Sail aboard the Ocean Diamond, a modern, stable super-yacht and experience one of the most eco-friendly ships in Antarctica. Carrying a maximum of 189 passengers, this outstanding small ship features numerous adventure options plus onboard amenities such as a massage and wellness program. Choose the Ocean Diamond if you want to experience Antarctica on a high-tech vessel with the least impact on the environment. With a cruising speed of 14 knots, the Ocean Diamond saves up to 12 hours on the Drake crossing, giving you more time to enjoy Antarctica.

Choose the Greg Mortimer for its spirit of adventure, focus on active excursions and novel design. Stemming from 25 years of polar expertise, its design enables unique vantages to experience the polar world, well-thought spaces to prepare for outings, efficient means of on- and off-boarding guests for outdoor adventures, and increased comfort and efficiency. The Greg Mortimer offers the ideal base camp for adventures at the outer limits of human exploration.

M/V Plancius accommodates 116 passengers in 53 passenger cabins (108 passengers as of season Arctic 2020) with private toilet and shower in 4 quadruple porthole cabins, 2 triple porthole cabins, 9 twin porthole cabins, 26 twin cabins with window and 2 twin deluxe cabins, all (ca. 12,5 square meters) and 10 twin superior cabins (ca. 21 square meters). All cabins offer lower berths (one queen-size bed in the superior cabins and two single beds in the twin cabins), except for the 4 quadruple cabins (for 4 persons in 2x upper and lower beds), and 2 triple cabins (1 bunk bed plus 1 lower bed).

The vessel offers a restaurant/lecture room on deck 3 and a spacious observation lounge (with bar) on deck 5 with large windows, offering full panorama view. M/V Plancius has large open deck spaces (with full walk-around possibilities on deck 4), giving excellent opportunities to enjoy the scenery and wildlife.

Due to sail in October 2021 our new ship honors the highly accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer, Sylvia Earle. As the first female chief scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and named by Time Magazine as its first Hero for the Planet in 1998 this vessel pays tribute to Sylvia's long standing conservation efforts for marine protected areas and ocean wildlife. Sylvia Earle will be actively involved in the development of her namesake.

The Ocean Adventurer, formerly named Sea Adventurer, is a polar expedition vessel built in Yugoslavia in 1976. She underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998 and a complete refurbishment of her cabin interiors in 2014. In 2017, another refurbishment upgraded her technical specs to include two new engines, generators, gear boxes, drive systems and re-bladed propellers, resulting in fuel efficiency and a minimized carbon footprint. The multi-million dollar investment also included interior improvements such as bathrooms in every cabin, upgrades to the lounge and dining room, and the addition of new Deluxe cabins and Owner's Suites.

This ship's proud reputation has always been complemented by her well-appointed elegance. She is a traveler favorite because of her intimate feel with ample public space.

Hebridean Sky 21 is a small, all-suite expedition vessel that accommodates 73 passengers on air cruises (although she has the capacity for 100 guests), making her a comfortable choice for small ship cruising. With an ice-strengthened hull, Hebridean Sky offers an exclusive and stylish base for exploring Antarctica. Enjoy adventurous exploration with elegance and intimacy that can be hard to find on larger ships.

Choose the Hebridean Sky 21 if you are seeking an elegant, luxury ship for your Antarctic expedition. Her relative small size compared to other polar vessels gives the feel of a private yacht, yet her cabins remain roomy, some with sliding glass doors and private balconies.

Named after the famed explorer, Ferdinand Magellan, the MV Magellan Explorer is the first small passenger ship purpose-built for Antarctica fly cruises. She boasts technical solutions designed to enhance the expedition experience while offering a stylish and comfortable feel. Choose the strong and agile Magellan Explorer for a stylish base for adventures, combining excellence in expedition and boutique hospitality.

With 176 guests and 130 crew members, the World Explorer is a new expedition ship that blends high design with total functionality for active exploration in Antarctica and the Arctic. Highlights of this purpose-built polar vessel include private balconies in every cabin and a focus on health and wellness throughout, including an outdoor heated pool and running track. Explore the polar regions in this distinct 1B ice-class vessel specifically built to be fast, comfortable, refined and roomy.