The Vessels For the wildlife cruises we have featured this year, we have made a selection of vessels based on their size, comfort, speed and capability of exploring remote wildlife areas and isolated backwaters – as well as a few little extras such as onboard helicopters, adventure options and al-fresco bars! The ships featured generally range from around 50 to 125 passengers although in some cases carry as few as 12 passengers. 206 F O R R E S E R V A T I O N S C A L L U S O N 0845 130 6982 Triple /sh Shared facilities. Triple /pr Private facilities. Twin / ULB / sh Upper and lower berths. Shared facilities. Twin / LB / sh Lower berths. Shared facilities. Twin / ULB / pr Upper and lower berths. Private facilities. To help narrow down the choices and to identify the vessel that will best suit your comfort levels, style and sense of adventure, we have divided the ships into distinct areas. For each ship, you will find a description and a deck plan on the following pages. Adventure Ships These vessels are small – carrying between 46 and 110 like-minded adventurers – extremely manoeuvrable and capable of reaching areas the larger ships cannot. Frequent zodiac landings, as well as adventure options such as camping, kayaking, cross-country skiing and mountaineering, make these ships ideal for active travellers. Expedition Ships The expedition ships offer a relaxed, comfortable adventure and a perfect introduction to expedition cruising. The onboard team of experts bring the destinations to life through informal talks, walks and hikes ashore, as well as regular zodiac excursions. Luxury Expedition Cruise Ships Retaining the concept of small-ship cruising, the luxury vessels accommodate between 12 and 120 guests. They offer an excellent standard of refined comfort and service, in tune with the environment and in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. These vessels have outstanding facilities and equipment – all ships carry zodiacs, some have helicopters, jet boats and scuba-diving gear. Icebreakers The powerful, comfortable icebreakers have a massive icebreaking hull and the highest possible international ice class ratings, enabling them to navigate safely and efficiently through ice-choked waterways into very seldom explored parts of the world. The icebreakers carry zodiacs and helicopters. Under Sail The sailing vessels are large enough for comfort, privacy and safety, yet small enough to create a good rapport among passengers and crew. With all the safety equipment, electronic navigation aids and features you would expect from high-standard sailing vessels you could be fully involved with sailing these ships. What is included in the voyage price The price of your voyage includes practically everything you need whilst onboard. Although each ship and trip varies, so please refer to the individual itinerary pages and contact us with any questions. - Voyage including all guided shore excursions by zodiac - Helicopter excursions (on some trips these may be an additional cost) - Flights as indicated in the itinerary - Pre- and post-cruise hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary - All meals whilst onboard - Lectures and presentations by a team of expert guides and naturalists - Comprehensive pre-departure materials - Expedition log - Some ships have rubber boots on loan for landings - Some ships provide complimentary parkas; others may have jackets and warm weather gear for loan, hire or purchase - Snorkelling and scuba-diving equipment as indicated in the itinerary About the itineraries The itineraries included in our Wildlife Cruising section should be read as a guide only. These are voyages to remote and rarely visited parts of the world and the exact route and programme will vary according to ice and weather conditions – and of course the wildlife you encounter along the way. Flexibility is the key to a successful expedition cruise. Visits to research stations, private reserves and protected areas will depend on final permissions. Island Odyssey, Island Roamer, Noorderlicht Kapitan Khlebnikov, Yamal Atmosphere, Hanse Explorer, Spirit of Alaska, Spirit of Oceanus, True North Antarctic Dream, Clipper Adventurer, Lyubov Orlova, Polar Star Akademik Ioffe, Akademik Sergey Vavilov, Akademik Shokalskiy, Alexsey Maryshev, Grigoriy Mikheev, Ocean Nova, Professor Molchanov, Professor Multanovskiy, Snow Goose (12 passengers), Spirit of Enderby

S E E U S O N T H E W E B AT wildlifeworldwide.com 207 Twin / LB / pr Lower berths. Private facilities. Superior Lower berths. Private facilities. Mini Suite Lower berths. Private facilities. Suite Lower berths. Private facilities. D / Single Dedicated Single, Lower berths. Private facilities. Pantry Bar Crew mess Captain’s 409 Cabin 407 405 403 401 427 414 420 421 423 425 309 308 307 306 305 303 301 314 313 312 321 Infirmary Restaurant/ Lecture room 310 Wildlife Cruising / The Vessels Alexsey Maryshev/Grigoriy Mikheev The Alexsey Maryshev and Grigoriy Mikheev are modern, comfortable research vessels built in Finland in 1990. Both ships have icestrengthened hulls designed for sailing in polar waters. Converted for passenger use in The Netherlands they carry up to 46 passengers in triple and twin cabins with private or shared facilities. These small ships provide a great opportunity to explore the remote polar areas with a small group of fellow travellers. They both have a cosy bar where passengers can read, relax and have a drink while discussing their day’s adventures. Vessel Statistics Built Finland 1990 Length 66 metres Breadth 12.8 metres Draft 3.5 metres Cruising Speed 12.5 knots Passengers 46 Crew 23 Registered Russia Engines 2 Diesel 1700 hp GRT 2,000 tons Onboard • Modern & comfortable • Dining room with unreserved seating • Lounge & bar • Sauna • Infirmary with licensed doctor • Ice-strengthened hull 415 413 411 313 315 312 309 310 311 337 332 331 327 326 321 314 322 418 420 421 426 Bar / Lounge Office Galley Dining Room Dining Room 509 425 513 510 505 518 517 521 Captain’s Cabin Akademik Shokalskiy, Professor Molchanov, Professor Multanvoskiy & Spirit of Enderby Four adventure ships, originally designed and built in Finland for polar and oceanographic research. Small and manoeuvrable, these icestrengthened vessels are capable of venturing into the remote corners of the world many larger ships cannot. Continually refurbished since conversion for passenger use, they carry up to 50 travellers in comfortable twin and triple cabins, some with shared facilities, some with private facilities. All cabins have a window or porthole and each has a writing desk and ample storage space. The atmosphere onboard is relaxed and informal. Vessel Statistics Built Finland1982/1984 Length 71.6 metres Breadth 12.8 metres Draft 4.5 metres Cruising Speed 10 knots Passengers 50 Crew 25 Registered Russia Engines 2 Diesel 1560 hp Class AS GRT 2,140 tons Onboard • Two dining rooms with unreserved seating • Lounge & bar • Sauna • Clinic with licensed doctor • Library • Ship to shore communications via Iridium phone & email ADVENTURE ADVENTURE