Vavilov

(92 Passengers)

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. 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: 92
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.

Itineraries may be subject to change.

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Trips and Rates 2012-2013

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Per Person USD Rates 2012-2013	Triple	Twin Semi Private	Twin Private	Superior	Shackleton Suite	One Ocean Suite
Nov 20 - Dec 08, 2012 Falklands, S. Georgia & Antarctica Kayaking, Photography	$10,900	$12,190	$13,790	$14,390	$15,190	$17,290
Dec 08 - Dec 18, 2012 Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Camping, Kayaking, Photography	$5,990	$8,190	$8,790	$9,190	$9,590	$10,590
Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2012 Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Camping, Kayaking, Photography	$6,990	$8,890	$9,390	$9,890	$10,290	$11,590
Dec 28, 2012 - Jan 15, 2013 Falklands, S. Georgia & Antarctica Kayaking, Photography	$12,390	$14,690	$16,290	$17,190	$17,890	$20,190
Jan 15 - Jan 27, 2013 Antarctic Circle Voyage Camping, Kayaking, Photography	$8,290	$10,590	$11,190	$11,790	$12,290	$13,590
Jan 27 - Feb 06, 2013 Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Camping, Kayaking, Photography	$6,990	$8,890	$9,390	$9,890	$10,290	$11,590
Feb 06 - Feb 24, 2013 Falklands, S. Georgia & Antarctica Kayaking, Photography	$12,390	$14,690	$16,290	$17,190	$17,890	$20,190
Feb 24 - Mar 06, 2013 Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Camping, Kayaking "FULL"	$6,990	$8,890	$9,390	$9,890	$10,290	$11,590
Mar 06 - Mar 16, 2013 Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Camping, Kayaking, Photography	$5,990	$8,190	$8,790	$9,190	$9,590	$10,590
Mar 16 - Mar 26, 2013 Marine Mammals in Antarctica Camping, Kayaking, Photography SPECIAL - Whale Watching Guest Lecturers	$5,990	$8,190	$8,790	$9,190	$9,590	$10,590
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.