• Itineraries: Between November and March the ship cruises the southern hemisphere to Antarctica, New Zealand. Some voyages go to remote subantarctic islands such as Campbell, Auckland, Snares, Macquaire, Antipodes, and Bounty.

• Cabins: All cabins are outside with either an opening porthole or window and are equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning. Some cabins have two lower berths with a washbasin but share shower and toilet. Some have two lower berths or a bunk with private en suite facilities. There is one suite with double bed and a daybed  plus en suite facilities, and a separate living area.  

• Dining: There are two dining rooms, both with open seating. New Zealand chefs prepare Pacific Rim dishes, with local wines. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated.

• Dress: Casual at all times. Wet weather gear are a must. A polar expedition parka is provided.

• Facilities and Activities: This is a former Russian Polar research vessel. Facilities include a bar, lounge, sauna, laundry service, and a lecture room used for slide shows, lectures, and re-caps. The ship has an open bridge policy. There are three inflatable naiad crafts that provide access to remote locations and two amphibious all-terrain vehicles for shore excursions, and on Antarctic expeditions a helicopter is carried. There is a team of naturalists. A European doctor is on board.

• Recent Fares Reported to Us:  18-day birding cruise around the Sub Antarctic Islands in November and December starting from $6,986 per person, a 7-day trip in December beyond the Roaring Forties to the Subantarctic Islands from $2,875. A 28-day  South to Antarctica Expedition in January from $11,310 per person, and a 24-day February cruise in the footsteps of Scott and Shackleton from $9,750 per person. Expedition  to the remote Kermadec Islands from $2,971 per person. Fares include shore excursions. government fees are additional.

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