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Travelers set out to explore the wildlife more closely in zodiacs

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Passengers : 110

The Akademik Sergey Vavilov (ON) 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 normally carrying 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 Antarctica travel and Arctic cruises. All the equipment needed for exploring, from zodiac landing craft to kayaks and camping gear is provided on board. Your expedition ship even carries 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 your crew.

Registered Name: Akademik Sergey Vavilov
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

Antarctica (cruises)from:$5,090

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Antarctica, the Falkland Islands & ...	19	Feb, Nov, Decshow dates Antarctica, the Falkland Islands & South Georgia Nov 22–Dec 10, 2013 Dec 28, 2013–Jan 15, 2014 Feb 6–24, 2014	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Shetland Islands
Antarctic Peninsula Adventure	11	Jan, Mar, Decshow dates Antarctic Peninsula Adventure Dec 10–20, 2013 Jan 27–Feb 6, 2014 Mar 16–26, 2014	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands
Christmas in Antarctica	9	Decshow dates Christmas in Antarctica Dec 20–28, 2013	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands
Antarctic Circle Voyage	13	Janshow dates Antarctic Circle Voyage Jan 15–27, 2014	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Polar Circle, Macquarie Island

Arctic (cruises)from:$4,490

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Spitsbergen Explorer	10	Junshow dates Spitsbergen Explorer Jun 26–Jul 5, 2013	Arctic: Svalbard
$1200 OFF! departure on Jun 26, 13
Spitsbergen Explorer	11	Jul, Augshow dates Spitsbergen Explorer Jul 5–15, 2013 Jul 27–Aug 6, 2013 Aug 6–16, 2013	Arctic: Svalbard
$1200 OFF! All Departures

Cabins
	Triple Share Bunk beds and a sofa bed. Facilities are shared and there is a washbasin in the cabin, writing desk, porthole.
	Twin Semi-Private 1 lower berth, 1 sofa bed and semi-private (one bathroom between two cabins) facilities. Writing desk, window.
	Twin Private 1 sofa bed, 1 lower berth and private facilities. Writing desk, window.
	Superior 2 lower berths, sofa and private facilities. Writing desk, window.
	Shakleton Suite 1 double berth, 1 sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters and private facilities, up-graded bedding. Fridge, TV, VCR, writing desk, windows.
	One Ocean Suite 1 double berth, 1 sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters and private facilities, up-graded bedding. Fridge, TV, VCR, writing desk, windows.