Built in Denmark in 1992, the Ocean Nova delivers clean, crisp Scandinavian styling and has a reputation as an excellent ship for expeditions to the Arctic. Originally built to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, Ocean Nova’s ice-strengthened hull has enabled the ship to ply the Arctic waters with ease for 25 years. Ocean Nova is a certified Carbon Neutral vessel and offers a comfortable option for discovering the polar regions. With a maximum of just 78 guests, the Ocean Nova is a more intimate, small group, expedition experience with all the benefits that affords.
Ship Specs
- Staff and crew 40
- Guests 78
- Length 73 metres
- Breadth 11 metres
- Propulsion Diesel Enging, 2000 horsepower
- Ice Class 1B (hull 1A)
- Cruising speed 11 knots in open water
- Registered Nassau, Bahamas
- Lifeboats 4 fully enclosed
Ship Amenities
- Bar staffed by a professional bar tender (drinks added to ship board account)
- 24 hour tea and coffee available
- Presentation lounge
- Polar library
- 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
- Movies on demand via your laptop or tablet or hire a ship’s tablet
- PLEASE NOTE: The Ocean Nova does not have an elevator
- Ship’s safe for storing valuables
Cabin Amenities
- All cabins have ensuite facilities
- All cabins have external views
- Cabins serviced daily
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobes
- Shower gel and shampoo provided
- Climate control
- Electrical current 220 volts. Plugs are standard European two round pin plugs
Adventure Options
- Kayaking (all departures)*
- Snowshoeing (select departures)
*This adventure options need to be booked and paid in advance. Numbers are limited
Other Inclusions on the Ocean Nova
- 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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