Motor Vessel Plancius Antarctica - Expedition Cruises
M/V Plancius started her life in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy. Ice-strengthened, refit, redecorated and fully equipped for polar Expedition Cruises, the MV Plancius is comfortable and nicely appointed, but is not a luxurious vessel. With both bow and stern thrusters the ship can manoeuvre in and out of the most interesting places safely. The large open deck spaces offer excellent wildlife watching opportunities and two starboard gangways guarantee smooth zodiac operations. Voyages in Antarctica are exploratory and educational, spending as much time ashore as possible.
Cabin Types
M/V Plancius can accommodate 112 passengers in 54 passenger cabins with private toilet and shower in 4 triple private cabins, 40 twin private cabins (approx. 15 square metres) and 10 twin superior cabins (approx. 21 square metres). All cabins offer lower berths (either two single beds or one queen-size bed), except for the 4 triple cabins (bunk beds and 1 lower bed).
NOTE: For safety reasons the ship has an ‘open door’ policy, which means that you do not receive a key to lock your cabin. You can give any valuables to the purser who will keep them in the safe.
Twin Private cabin
40 twin private cabins with either two single beds or
one queen-size bed. Private toilet and shower. Cabin measures approximately 15 square metres.
Triple Private cabin
4 triple private cabins with bunk beds and 1 lower bed. Private toilet and shower. Cabin measures approximately 15 square metres.
Superior cabin
10 superior cabins with either two single beds
or one queen-size bed. Private toilet and shower. Cabin measures approximately 21 square metres.
Vessel Amenities - Restaurant/lecture room
- Spacious observation lounge (with bar and library) - large windows offer panoramic views
- Large open deck spaces giving excellent opportunities to enjoy the scenery and wildlife
- 10 zodiacs with outboard engines and 2 gangways on starboard side, guaranteeing a smooth zodiac operation
Vessel Specifications
Boat type
Motor Vessel. Class A3
Cabins
54
Length
89 metres (267 feet)
Width
14.5 metres (43 feet)
Decks
6
Passenger capacity
112
Crew
43 crew members
Speed
10 - 12 knots
Safety
SOLAS certified
Operator
Oceanwide Expeditions
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M/V Plancius started her life in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy. Ice-strengthened, refit, redecorated and fully equipped for polar Expedition Cruises, the MV Plancius is comfortable and nicely appointed, but is not a luxurious vessel. With both bow and stern thrusters the ship can manoeuvre in and out of the most interesting places safely. The large open deck spaces offer excellent wildlife watching opportunities and two starboard gangways guarantee smooth zodiac operations. Voyages in Antarctica are exploratory and educational, spending as much time ashore as possible. 
