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THE IOFFE AND SERGEY VAVILOV

AKADEMIC IOFFE AND AKADEMIK SERGEY VAVILOV

In Antarctica we operate both the Akademik Ioffe and, her sister ship, the Akademik Sergei Vavilov. Widely regarded as the finest expedition ships operating in Polar waters, each offers a high level of comfort - in her appointments, stability and strength.

As working scientific research vessels, they form the ideal platforms from which to explore. We have all the equipment needed for exploring, from zodiac landing craft to kayaks and camping gear. We even carry snowshoes. The two ships are virtually identical, which means we can offer the same great program and leadership, for which we are now so well known, on both vessels.

The Akademik Ioffe is widely recognised as the best expedition-style cruise vessel operating in Polar waters. She's a well-equipped, ice-rated ship capable of carrying up to 118 passengers, although we normally carry no more than 110 for extra comfort. In terms of stability and speed, she is 'state of the art' and, while not luxurious, she's very comfortable and kept in top condition.

The Akademik Sergei Vavilov is the sister ship of the Akademik Ioffe and offers an almost identical experience. We are very proud to be the operator of these unique vessels - the pride of the Russian Academy of Science.

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Akademik Ioffe

There is a panoramic bar/lounge, library, video
room, and dining space for the full passenger complement in one seating. There is also a gymnasium, sauna and swimming pool. There is ample space for meetings of the full group as well as smaller rooms for more intimate meetings. Slide and video projection equipment are available, as well as overhead projection and
computer/data projection in our state-of-the-art presentation theatre.

Cabin

Dining Room

Lounge
Length
117.04m
Breadth
18.28m
Draft
6.09m
Engines
5,000 kW diesel, twin engine, twin propeller, 600 kW bow and stern thrusters
Ice Class
KM*L1(1)A2, Canadian Type B
Tonnage
6450
Crew
53
Passengers
110
Akademik Sergei Vavilov

There is ample space for meetings of the full group as well as smaller rooms for more intimate meetings. Slide and video projection equipment are available, as well as overhead projection. There is a separate bar, lounge, library, video room, and dining space for the full passenger complement in one seating. There is also a gymnasium, sauna and swimming pool.

Cabin

Dining Room

Gymnasium
Length
117.04m
Breadth
18.28m
Draft
6.09m
Engines
5,000 kW diesel, twin engine, twin propeller, 600 kW bow and stern thrusters
Ice Class
KM*L1(1)A2, Canadian Type B
Tonnage
6450
Crew
53
Passengers
110
IOFFE AND SERGEY VAVILOV DECK PLAN & CABIN DESCRIPTIONS:

AKADEMIK IOFFE AND SERGEY VAVILOV DECK PLAN





IOFFE AND SERGEY VAVILOV CABIN DESCRIPTIONS
Main Deck Triple

Cabin has bunk beds, a sofa bed, shared facilities, a washbasin in cabin, and a writing desk.
Main Deck Twin

Cabin has bunk beds, shared facilities, washbasin in cabin, and a writing desk.
Upper Deck Twin

Cabin has one lower berth, a sofa bed, semi-private (one bathroom between two cabins) facilities, and a writing desk.
Superior Twin

Cabin has one lower berth, a sofa bed, private facilities, and a writing desk.
Superior Plus

Cabin has two lower berths, sofa, private facilities, and a writing desk.
Peregrine Suite

Suite has a double berth, sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters, private facilities, writing desk, TV, VCR, and a refrigerator.
Cook Suite

Suite has a double berth, sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters, private facilities with a bathtub, writing desk, TV, VCR, and a refrigerator.
CLIPPER ADVENTURER

CLIPPER ADVENTURER


The Adventurer was built in 1975 and underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998 in Scandinavia. She is a superb expedition vessel, reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass.

Equipped with state-of-the-art sonar, stabilizers and classified A-1 ice-class, she navigates the Arctic and Antarctic waters with ease. The Adventurer carries a fleet of inflatable Zodiacs which can be launched at a moment's notice.

All cabins have an outside view, lower beds, private bathrooms, in-room music, individual temperature controls and a 220-volt hairdryer.

The window-lined dining room serves delicious international cuisine, with meals individually prepared to order using the finest and freshest ingredients possible. The galleys are run by fine executive chefs trained at the most prestigious culinary academies. Whenever possible local specialities will also appear on the menu. Presentations are held in the lounge which can seat all 122 passengers in one sitting, and has a large screen and projector for slide shows. As well as a bar in the main lounge, there is also a bar in the more intimate club room, which seats up to 45.

The Captain and his officers maintain an open bridge to give passengers an opportunity to observe and ask questions. An experienced cruise staff, physician, and on board lecturers accompany all voyages to enhance the passengers’ enjoyment of the places visited.

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CLIPPER ADVENTURER
The Adventurer was built in 1975 and underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998 in Scandinavia. She is a superb expedition vessel, reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass.

All cabins have an outside view, lower beds, private bathrooms, in-room music, individual temperature controls and a 220-volt hairdryer.


Cabin

Dining Room

Library
Length
100.58m
Breadth
16.31m
Draft
4.72m
Engines
2 MAN B&W diesel propulsion engines rated at 2640 SHP each. 500 HP bow thruster; controllable pitch propellars.
Ice Class
A1 Ice Class
Tonnage
4364
Crew
72
Passengers
122


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CLIPPER ADVENTURER DECK PLAN & CABIN DESCRIPTIONS:


All cabins are outside with twin lower beds, and private bathroom with shower.
Category 1

A Deck - Outside Double Cabin with one porthole. 125 sq. ft.
Category 2

A Deck - Outside Double Cabin with one porthole. 125 sq. ft.
Category 3

Main Deck - Outside Double Cabin with one porthole. 125 sq. ft.
Category 4

Main Deck - Outside Double Cabin with a window. 125 sq. ft.
Category 5

Promenade Deck - Outside Double Cabin with a window. 145 sq. ft.
Deluxe

Promenade Deck and Boat Decks - Outside Double Cabin with a window. 160 sq. ft
Suite

Boat Deck - Outside suites with separate sitting area. Approx. 225 sqft.
Owner's Suite

Boat Deck - Outside suite with separate sitting area. Approx. 275 sqft.