Max Passengers:
80
Ship Type:
Expedition Cruise Ship
Operated By:
Polar Latitudes Expeditions
Ocean Nova delivers a classic Antarctic expedition experience for just 80 guests. Its small size allows access to remote bays and pristine landscapes larger ships can’t reach. With an outstanding guide-to-passenger ratio, everyone enjoys personal attention on and off the ship.
Cabin Specifications
Ocean Nova accommodates up to 80 passengers in comfortable, well-appointed cabins designed for functionality and relaxation after each day of exploration. Each cabin features exterior views, allowing guests to enjoy the passing Antarctic scenery from the comfort of their rooms. All accommodations include private facilities, climate control, and practical furnishings that balance simplicity with comfort—ideal for an authentic expedition atmosphere. The intimate layout of the ship ensures that every guest enjoys personal attention and a welcoming onboard environment.
Features Onboard
Purpose-built for polar exploration, Ocean Nova combines adventure, education, and sustainability in one compact vessel. Its agile design allows it to access remote coves and unspoiled bays that larger ships cannot reach, providing a truly immersive Antarctic experience. The ship’s Panorama Lounge and outdoor observation deck offer 200-degree views for watching whales, seabirds, and penguins in their natural habitats. Guests can engage in the Citizen Science Program, contributing to real-time environmental research, or attend informative lectures led by onboard experts in geology, history, and wildlife. Ocean Nova also boasts one of the lowest fuel consumption rates in Antarctic travel, reflecting Polar Latitudes’ dedication to protecting the region’s fragile ecosystem. Combining comfort, responsible travel, and hands-on discovery, the vessel offers a genuine small-ship expedition experience that connects travelers deeply with the polar environment.
Ship specifications:
- Staff & Crew: 46
- Guests: 80
- Length: 240 feet (73 meters)
- Breadth: 36 feet (11 meters)
- Draft: 12 feet (3.7 meters)
- Propulsion: Diesel engines 2,000 horsepower
- Ice Class: 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A)
- Cruising speed: 12 knots in open water
- Lifeboats: 2 fully enclosed capacity of 110 (in addition to 4 life rafts, capacity 100)
