Scandinavian-built for the Russian Academy of Science, the Vavilov was designed to travel quietly during hydro-acoustic research. This ship is maneuverable and yet exceptionally stable, due to external stabilizers and a built-in trimming system. Akademik Sergey Vavilov has an ice-strengthened hull and a cruising speed in open water of 14.5 knots. This expedition ship is designed for polar adventure trips in Antarctica and the Arctic.
"The Vavilov and it's sister ship, the Ioffe, are 2 of the most advanced research vessels afloat. The Vavilov is impressive and neat as a pin,..which is refered to as 'Bristol Condition' in sailing terms. The ship is operated by one of the largest and oldest shipping companies. Polar Cruises have sailed on this ship many times and are always impressed with the service and the ship."
Ship Specifications:
Staff & Crew: 53
Guests: 110
Length: 117.04m
Breadth: 18.28 m
Draft: 6.09m
Propulsion: 5,000 KW diesel twin engine
Ice Class: KM*L1(1)A2, Canadian Type B
Cruising Speed: 14.5 knots in open water
Amenities:
One dining room with unreserved seating.
Theatre-style presentation room.
Lounge and bar, open late afternoon and evening with a wide selection of wines and spirits.
Library with a collection of polar-themed books.
Ship-to-shore communications via satellite.
Clinic with licensed doctor.
Gym, sauna and swimming pool.
One elevator between passenger deck levels and to the Bridge level.
| Per Person USD Rates 2013-2014 |
Triple
|
Twin Semi Private
|
Twin Private
|
Superior
|
Shackleton Suite
|
One Ocean Suite
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kayak | $11,190 | $12,790 | $14,490 | $15,190 | $15,990 | $18,190 |
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Camp, Kayak | $6,290 | $8,590 | $9,290 | $9,690 | $10,090 | $11,190 |
|
Camp, Kayak | $5,090 | $6,890 | $7,390 | $7,790 | $8,090 | $8,890 |
|
Kayak | $12,990 | $15,490 | $17,090 | $18,090 | $18,790 | $21,190 |
|
Camp, Photography, Kayak | $8,690 | $11,190 | $11,790 | $12,390 | $12,890 | $14,290 |
|
Camp, Kayak | $7,390 | $9,390 | $9,890 | $10,190 | $10,790 | $12,190 |
|
Kayak | $12,990 | $15,490 | $17,090 | $18,090 | $18,790 | $21,190 |
|
Camp, Kayak Marine Mammals Focus Whales and Seals | $6,290 | $8,590 | $9,290 | $9,690 | $10,090 | $11,190 |
Rates are per person, based on twin-share. Single supplement is 1.5 times the cabin rate except for Suites which are 2 times the cabin rate and is not available in Triple Share Category.
Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
Costs for options:
Camping - Free of charge
Photography - Free of Charge
Kayaking – $795
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation insurance is required on all trips.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
