The Vessel

The Aleksey Maryshev´ and Professor Multanosvkiy a re modern and comfortable research vessels of the Hydrographic Institute of St. Petersburg. Built in 1990 and 1983 in Finland respectively and designed as ice-strengthened vessels.

They were converted in the Netherlands for passenger use, the vessels are ideally suited to expedition cruising. They have a range of 70 days independent operation and is ISM certified.
The vessels are strongly built of steel with an ice-strengthened hull, perfect for the polar seas. They are manned by an enthusiastic Russian crew of around 20, all highly experienced in ice navigation. Russian captains are recognised experts in polar navigation.

All our international expedition leaders and lecturers are highly knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated to the protection of the environment.

Bort have a large bridge (where you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing areas. They carry a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise in-accessible areas.

3-Star meals, prepared by international chefs, is served in the dining room, which also acts as the lecture room. Other public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and sauna.

The ships have a large bridge (where you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing areas. They carry a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise in-accessible areas. 3-Star meals, prepared by international chefs, is served in the dining room, which also acts as the lecture room. Other public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and sauna.

Our vessels are all full member of the International Association of Antarctic Tour operators (IAATO), a member organization founded in 1991 and also a full member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), a member organisation founded in 2004 to advocate, promote and practice safe and environmentally responsible private sector travel to the Antarctic.