• Ortelius

  • Ortelius

  • Ortelius

  • Ortelius

  • Ortelius

  • Ortelius

Ortelius: An ice-strengthened ship that was formerly a Russian research vessel

Days: 11-34 | From: $8,400/per person

This vessel has the highest ice-class notation (UL1, equivalent to 1A) and is therefore suitable to navigate in solid one-year sea ice as well as loose multi-year pack ice. The Ortelius can accommodate up to 116 passengers and has an abundance of open-deck spaces. Though the voyages are primarily meant to offer passengers an exploratory wildlife program with as much time ashore as possible, Ortelius features all the comforts of a standard hotel, including a bar and lecture room. Flexibility in excursions assures maximum wildlife opportunities.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

Quadruple Porthole: 2 portholes, 2 upper and 2 lower beds, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.

Triple Porthole: 2 portholes, 1 upper and 2 lower beds, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.

Twin Porthole: 2 portholes, 2 lower beds, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.

Twin Window: 2 windows, 2 lower beds, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.

Twin Deluxe: 3 windows, 2 lower beds, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, small sofa, refrigerator, coffee & tea maker, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.

Superior: 2 windows, 2 double beds, 1 single sofa bed, private shower & toilet, desk & chair, refrigerator, coffee & tea maker, flat screen TV, telephone, hair dryer, and ample storage space.


Yacht Specifications

Staff & Crew: 52
Guests: 116
Length: 298 feet, 91 meters
Breadth: 56 feet, 17.2 meters
Draft: 18 feet (5.4 meters)
Ice class: UL1 (Equivalent to 1A)
Speed: 10.5 knots (average)
Displacement: 4090 tonnes
Propulsion: 6 ZL 40/48 SULZER

Itineraries & Pricing

Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula (21 days)

Day 1
Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Days 2 & 3
At Sea

Days 4 & 5
Falkland Islands

Days 6 & 7
At Sea

Days 8 to 11
South Georgia

Day 12
At Sea

Day 13
South Orkney

Day 14
At Sea

Days 15 to 18
Antarctic Peninsula

Days 19 & 20
At Sea

Day 21
Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Antarctic Peninsula (11 days)

Day 1
Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Days 2 & 3
Drake Passage

Days 4 – 8
Antarctic Peninsula

Days 9 & 10
At Sea

Day 11
Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin incl. helicopters (11 days)

Day 1
Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Days 2 & 3
Drake Passage

Days 4 to 8
Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea

Days 9 & 10
At Sea

Day 11
Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Antarctic Peninsula - Polar Circle Deep South Discovery and Whale Watching voyage (14 days)

Day 1
Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Days 2 & 3
Drake Passage

Days 4 to 11
Antarctic Peninsula & Polar Circle crossing

Days 12 & 13
At Sea

Day 14
Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

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Displayed itineraries are just 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 on board, guides & activities

Not included: International airfare, domestic airfare, gratuities, adventure activities such as sea kayaking or camping

Single Supplement: 70% (Twin or Superior cabin rate)

Child discount: 40% in Superior, Triple, and Quadruple Cabins (1 child per cabin)

2022-2023 Season

Dates Itinerary Days Quadruple Porthole Triple Porthole Twin Porthole Twin Window Twin Deluxe Superior
Oct 25 – Nov 14, 2022 Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica 21 $13,000 $15,800 $15,800 $16,500 $17,500 $18,850
Nov 14 – 24, 2022 Weddell Sea 11 $11,750 $13,450 $13,450 $14,000 $14,600 $15,500
Nov 24 – Dec 4, 2022 Weddell Sea 11 $11,750 $13,450 $13,450 $14,000 $14,600 $15,500
Dec 4 – 16, 2022 Antarctica – Basecamp 13 $8,850 $10,850 $10,850 $11,400 $12,100 $12,800
Dec 16, 2023 – Jan 4, 2023 Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica 20 $14,250 $17,450 $17,450 $18,200 $19,350 $20,700
Jan 4 – 14, 2023 Antarctica 11 $8,400 $10,350 $10,350 $10,800 $11,450 $12,350
Jan 14 – Feb 16, 2023 Ross Sea 34 $28,450 $35,800 $35,800 $37,150 $38,950 $40,950
Feb 17 – Mar 20, 2023 Ross Sea 32 $28,450 $35,800 $35,800 $37,150 $38,950 $40,950
Mar 20 – Apr 2, 2023 Antarctica – Polar Circle 14 $8,850 $10,850 $10,850 $11,400 $12,100 $12,800

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