Enjoy a quicker, more stable crossing of Antarctic waters on the Ocean Diamond, the fastest ship in our Antarctic fleet. This vessel carries a maximum of 189 passengers and is the first certified carbon neutral ship to operate in Antarctica. She has fresh, modern decor and facilities such as a panoramic observation lounge on the top deck, a purpose built presentation room and the largest collection of Polar related books afloat in her well stocked library. Prepare for adventure without sacrificing comfort on this super-yacht.
Ship Specs
- Staff and Crew 144
- Guests 189
- Length 124 metres
- Breadth 16 metres
- Draft 4.9 metres
- Propulsion 2 Wichmann Engines, 7375 horsepower
- Ice Class 1D
- Cruising Speed 15.5 knots
- Registration Nassau, Bahamas
- Lifeboats 2 fully enclosed
Ship Amenities
- Elevator accessing all decks
- Bar staffed by a professional bar tender (drinks added to ship board account)
- 24 hour tea and coffee available
- Theatre style auditorium for presentations
- Polar library containing the largest collection of Polar books and DVD’s afloat
- Clinic with licensed Doctor
- Wifi in certain public areas (data usage charges apply)
- Optional webmail account for email (charges apply)
- Ship to Shore telephone communications (charges apply)
- Polar boutique selling essentials, souvenirs and clothing
- On board laundry service (charges apply)
- Gym with a selection of fitness equipment
Cabin Amenities
- All cabins have ensuite facilities
- All cabins have external views
- Cabins serviced daily
- In room refrigerators
- Flat Screen TV’s and DVD players
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobes
- Shower gel and shampoo provided
- In room safe
- Climate control
- Electrical current 220 volts. Plugs are standard European two round pin plugs
Adventure Options
- Kayaking (all departures)*
- Camping (select departures)*
- Snowshoeing (select departures)
*These adventure options need to be booked and paid in advance. Numbers are limited
Other Inclusions on the Ocean Diamond
- Expedition Parka to keep
- Expedition boots on loan
- Downloadable Photographic journal documenting your voyage
- Presentations by the Expedition team and onboard experts
- All meals and snacks on board
- All shore landings and zodiac cruising according to the daily programme
- All luggage handling on board the ship
- All port charges and taxes
- Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum of US$100,000 per person
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