Max Guests on Air-Cruises
Expedition Staff & Crew
Knots in Open Water
Sturdy & Nimble Vessel
Ocean Nova is a great ship for Antarctica expeditions. It is a sturdy and nimble expedition vessel that was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. It has a strengthened hull that is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. The ship was fully refurbished in 2006 and since then has benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements.
For our air-cruises, Ocean Nova has a capacity for 67 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins. The ship offers three categories of accommodation: dedicated Single Cabins, Twin Cabins, and Triple Cabins. All cabins feature a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, an individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with a shower.
In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, Ocean Nova also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a small gym, and an infirmary. The ship has a fleet of Seven Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
Ship Specifications
67 Guests for Air-Cruises and 71 Guests For Sea Voyages
46 Expedition Staff and Crew Members
Ice class: 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A)
Length: 73 m
Breadth: 11 m
Draft: 3.7
2 Lifeboats (110 capacity) & 4 life rafts (100 capacity)
Propulsion: Diesel engines, 2,000 horsepower
Cruising speed: 12 knots in open water
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Featured Ship Amenities
Observation Lounge
Glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room.
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Dining Room
Spacious dining room with wide windows to keep an eye on the incredible views while enjoying a delightful meal.
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Library
Located at the back of the ship, this is the perfect space for readinf Antarctic books and see the lansdscape unfold through the wide windows.
Deck Plans & Cabins
Find out more details about Ocean Nova's detailed deck plan and accommodation.
Travelers Reviews
Antarctica21 is the best company we could have gone with, and we can not thank them enough for this trip! All of the team were phenomenal and treated us like family. Antarctica is truly a bucket list trip and everyone should try to make it at some point.
Jen L
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