The M/V Plancius is a traditional ex-research vessel, with plenty of experience in icy waters.
Maximum passengers: 108
The M/V Plancius was originally built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy. The ship was completely refitted as passenger vessel and now takes advantage of its impressive power and strength to glide through the icy landscapes of the Arctic and Antarctic regions.
The Plancius offers a classic small ship expedition experience, providing simple but comfortable accommodation. There’s a restaurant/lecture room, spacious observation lounge with bar and panoramic windows, as well as large open deck spaces. Two gangways guarantee a swift Zodiac embarkation process and, thanks to a diesel-electric propulsion system, she is one of the quietest vessels to venture into the Polar regions.
There's no better way to explore the remote Polar regions than up-close and personal with nature, powering yourself in a kayak.
Features
- 50 cabins
- Dining room
- Lounge
- Loan of rubber boots during voyage
- Fleet of Zodiacs
- Optional activities such as kayaking available on selected departures
- Registered Ice Class 1D
Cabins & suites
Single travellers
Quad, triple or twin share cabins are available (on a same gender basis). Sole occupancy of a twin cabin incurs a supplement.
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Quad
Two upper single berths and two lower single berths (bunk beds)
Deck 3PortholePrivate bathroom
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Triple
One upper single berth and two lower single berths (bunk beds)
Deck 3PortholePrivate bathroom -
Twin Porthole
Two lower single berths
Deck 3PortholePrivate bathroom
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Twin Window
Two lower single berths. Upgrade to a Twin Deluxe for more space.
Deck 4WindowPrivate bathroom
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Superior
One double bed and one sofa bed
Decks 4, 5 & 6WindowPrivate bathroom
Trip ideas featuring this vessel
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Around Spitsbergen
Arctic Small Ship CruiseVoyage along the Spitsbergen coast in search of polar bears and explorer history.
From £6773 Excluding Flights
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Spitsbergen to East Greenland
Arctic Small Ship CruiseExperience three Arctic islands with magnificent scenery and a prolific array of wildlife
From £8636 Excluding Flights
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Classic Antarctica
Antarctica Small Ship CruiseEncounter curious penguins and laid-back seals on a classic Antarctic cruise.
From £6680 Excluding Flights
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Antarctica Small Ship CruiseHead south of the Antarctic Circle on this extended Peninsula cruise.
From £7955 Excluding Flights
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Peninsula, Falklands and South Georgia
Antarctica Small Ship CruiseDiscover many of Antarctica's top wildlife hotspots on this expedition cruise.
From £12400 Excluding Flights
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Scoresby Sund Explorer
Arctic Small Ship CruiseExplore the world's longest fjord and its magnificent icebergs on an expedition cruise to Greenland.
From £5773 Excluding Flights
Optional experiences
The following are offered at extra cost, but availability varies according to voyage and departure date
