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The Aleksey
Maryshev´ and Professor Multanosvkiy are modern and comfortable research vessels of
the Hydrographic Institute of St. Petersburg. Built in 1990 and
1983 in Finland respectively and designed as ice-strengthened
vessels.
They were
converted in the Netherlands for passenger use, the vessels are
ideally suited to expedition cruising. They have a range of 70 days
independent operation and
is ISM certified.
The vessels are strongly built of steel with an ice-strengthened
hull, perfect for the polar seas. They are manned by an
enthusiastic Russian crew of around 20, all highly experienced in
ice navigation. Russian captains are recognised experts in polar
navigation.
All our international
expedition leaders and lecturers are highly knowledgeable, helpful
and dedicated to the protection of the environment.
Bort have a large bridge (where
you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing areas.
They carry a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for
landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise
in-accessible areas.
3-Star meals, prepared by international chefs, is served in the
dining room, which also acts as the lecture room. Other public
areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and
sauna.
The ships have a large bridge
(where you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing
areas. They carry a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for
landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise
in-accessible areas. 3-Star meals, prepared by international chefs,
is served in the dining room, which also acts as the lecture room.
Other public areas include
a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and sauna.
Our vessels are
all full member of the International Association of Antarctic Tour
operators (IAATO), a member organization founded in 1991 and also a
full member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise
Operators (AECO), a member organisation founded in 2004 to
advocate, promote and practice safe and environmentally responsible
private sector travel to the Antarctic. | 