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Peregrine Mariner/ Akademik Ioffe

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The Peregrine Mariner/ Akademik Ioffe is widely recognized 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.

As a working scientific research vessel, the ship is the ideal platform 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 ship's facilities include a bar, gift shop, gymnasium, infirmary, library, lounge, presentation room, sauna and swimming pool. Also included onboard is an elevator for easy access between all decks. For communications, the ship carries an Immarsat telephone and fax equipment as well as a variety of shortwave, SSB, and VHF radio systems. She has fully current GMDSS (Global Marine Distress and Safety System) equipment. You will be in good hands aboard with our crew.

Specifications
Registered Name: Akademik Ioffe
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
Gross Registered Tonnage: 6450
Passengers: 110
Crew: 53
Registry: Russia

Main Deck Triple Bunk beds and a sofa bed. Facilities are shared and there is a washbasin in the cabin, writing desk, porthole.	Main Deck Twin Bunk beds and shared facilities, washbasin in cabin. Writing desk, porthole.
Upper Deck Twin 1 lower berth, 1 sofa bed and semi-private (one bathroom between two cabins) facilities. Writing desk, window.	Superior 1 sofa bed, 1 lower berth and private facilities. Writing desk, window.
Superior Plus 2 lower berths, sofa and private facilities. Writing desk, window.	Peregrine Suite 1 double berth, 1 sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters and private facilities, up-graded bedding. Fridge, TV, VCR, writing desk, windows.
Cook Suite Double berth, 1 sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters and private facilities, bathtub, up-graded bedding. Fridge, TV, VCR, writing desk, windows overlooking the bow.