• Ocean Albatros

  • Ocean Albatros

  • Ocean Albatros

  • Ocean Albatros

  • Ocean Albatros

  • Ocean Albatros

Ocean Albatros: Arctic and Antarctic cruises on a new eco-friendly, top-of-the-line luxury vessel

The Ocean Albatros, sistership to the Ocean Victory, joined the fleet of Albatros Expeditions in May 2023 and, will be deployed to a large selection of expedition cruise destinations, Antarctica, the Arctic, and various exciting new destinations in between. The Ocean Albatros will definitely become one of the most popular expedition cruise vessels in the world. Like it's sistership the Ocean Victory it offers two restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other state-of-the-art amenities. The vessel will have more than a 50% lower carbon footprint than traditional expedition vessels and be one of the most environmentally friendly, implementing the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

Brynhilde Family Suite (560 sq. ft.) – The largest cabin on board the Ocean Albatros is the Family Suite. The double bedroom is located on Deck 7 with a top-notch viewing point. The family suite features two interconnecting French balcony suites, accommodating up to 5 people on two double beds and a sofa bed.

Freydis Premium Suite (485 sq. ft.) – The second largest of all the cabins on board the Ocean Albatros is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a private observation deck and spacious bathroom. Located on deck. 4.

Junior Suite: Category A  (430 sq. ft.) – The 4 junior suites aboard Ocean Albatros have a great view from their location high up on the ship on deck 7. The suites feature a double bed or twin beds, sofa bed, seating area, a spacious bathroom and private observation deck. The cabin can accommodate up to 3 people. Located on deck 7.

Balcony Suite: Category B  (345 sq. ft.) – Ocean Albatros has six Balcony Suites on board located on the Bering & James Cook deck respectively, located on deck 4 & 6. The suites feature double or twin beds and a seating area, bathroom and an extra-large private observation deck. The balcony suites can host 2 people.

Balcony State Cabin: Category C (237 sq. ft.) – The most abundant type of cabin on Ocean Albatros, the Balcony State Cabins are located in decks 4 & 6. They have a private observation deck, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom and a sofa that can be used as a bed for a child if traveling as a family. If you desire to book two cabins with connecting doors, this is also a possibility under this category.

Porthole State Cabin: Category D (Porthole, 172 sq. ft.) – The standard cabin on Ocean Albatros is close to the Mudroom and has quick access to the zodiac platforms for disembarkation during landings. This is very convenient if you have more limited mobility and would like a short distance to the zodiacs. The cabins are perfect for those who wish a comfortable base during their stay onboard Ocean Victory. The standard cabins all have 2 single beds and a bathroom. One of the cabins is located on deck 4, and the rest of them are located on deck 3.

French Balcony Cabin: Category E (Porthole, 173 sq. ft.) – The French balcony suite is a standard cabin with a French balcony, a double bed, floor-to-ceiling windows and a bathroom. All French Balcony Suites are located on Deck 7.

Triple Cabin: Category F (Porthole, 215 sq. ft.) – There are two Triple cabins onboard Ocean Albatros featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they’re close to the mudroom and loading platforms.

Single Cabin: Category G (Porthole, 140 sq. ft.) – Standard single cabin onboard, located on deck 3. This is a conveniently located cabin close to the Mudroom which facilitates access to the zodiacs during embarkation and disembarkation to begin your adventures on the zodiacs.


Yacht Specifications

Passengers: 189
Cabins: 95
Ice class: 1A (highest)
Built: 2022
Crew: 100
Ice class: 1A
Length: 104.4m
Breadth: 18.4m
Polar Spa / Wellness Area / Gym
Dedicated single state rooms
All staterooms with Ocean View
90% of all staterooms with Panoramic Balcony
Restaurant on Deck 5
Observation Speciality Restaurant on Deck 9
Swimming Pool, jacuzzies and Pool Bar

Itineraries & Pricing

Note: Depending on season, this vessel services both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Please select which itineraries you would like to view below.

View Antarctic Itineraries aboard the Ocean Albatros

South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula (10 days)

From: $11,090/per person

Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina and Embarkation

Days 2 and 3
Crossing the Drake Passage

Days 4 and 7
South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Days 8 and 9
Crossing the Drake Passage and past Cape Horn

Day 10
Disembarkation in Ushuaia

The Ultimate Antarctica Experience - Quest for the Circle (12 days)

From: $12,990/per person

Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina and Embarkation

Days 2 and 3
Crossing the Drake Passage

Days 4 to 9
Antarctic Peninsula

Days 10 to 11
At Sea – Drake Passage

Day 12
Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands (19 days)

From: $17, 790/per person

Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina and Embarkation

Days 2 and 3
Crossing the Drake Passage, King George Island

Days 4 to 7
Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea

Days 8 to 13
Drake Passage and South Georgia

Days 14 and 15
At Sea approaching Falkland Islands

Days 16 and 17
Port Stanley and Falkland Islands

Day 18
At Sea towards South America

Day 19
Disembarkation in Ushuaia

View Arctic Itineraries aboard the Ocean Albatros

Svalsbard - Last Stop Before the North Pole (8 days)

From: $6,190/per person

Day 1
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen. Embarkation

Day 2
Regnardneset and Lilliehöök Glacier

Day 3
Former whaling station at Smeerenburf and Ytre Norskoya

Day 4
Birdlife at Alkefjellet, polar desert landscape at Torrelnesset

Day 5
Cruising toward the pack ice and Sjuoyane polar bear country

Day 6
Liefde Fjord with Monaco Glacier and Texas Bar

Day 7
Ny Alesund and Ny London

Day 8
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen. Disembarkation

Polar Bear Express (6 days)

From: $5,990/per person

Day 1
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen – Embarkation

Day 2
Former Whaling Station at Smeernburg and Ytre Norskoya

Day 3
Polar Desert Birdwatching at Torrelnesset

Day 4
Liefde Fjord With Monaco Glacier and Texas Bar

Day 5
Ny Alesund and Ny London

Day 6
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen – Disembarkation

The Far North, Thule and Hans Island - Greenland & Arctic (14 days)

From: $12,990/per person

Day 1
Kangerlussauq, Denmark. Embarkation

Day 2
Sisimiut – Greenland’s second largest town

Day 3
Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island

Day 4
Crossing Melville Bay

Day 5
Passing Cape Alexander

Day 6
Hans Island

Day 7
Qaanaaq, Northernmost town in Greenland

Day 8
Thule-Knud Rasmussen’s Hunting Station

Day 9
Kullorsuaq

Day 10
Upernavik town and the world’s northernmost open-air museum

Day 11
Uummannaq

Day 12
Ilulissat, the Iceberg Capital of the World

Day 13
The settlement of Sarfannguit

Day 14
Kangerlussauq, Disembarkation

In the Wake of Eric the Red - From Greenland to Iceland (11 days)

From: $9,990/per person

Day 1
Kangerlussauq, Denmark. Embarkation

Day 2
Sisimiut – Greenland’s second largest town

Day 3
Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island

Day 4
Ilulissat, the Iceberg Capital of the World

Day 5
At Sea

Day 6
Nuuk, Capital of Greenland

Day 7
Southern Greenland

Day 8
Prins Christian Sund

Day 9
Skjoldungen

Day 10
At Sea Crossing the Denmark Strait

Day 11
Disembarkation – Reykjavík, Iceland

 

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Displayed itineraries are only summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing and budget.

Pricing

Pricing varies based on departure date, trip length, and cabin type. Listed pricing is per person, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) and subject to change. Please contact us for current pricing and availability.

Included: All meals onboard, guides & activities, parka

Not included: International airfare, domestic airfare, gratuities, adventure activities or extra excursions

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