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50 Years of Victory

Overview

Twenty years in the making, 50 Years of Victory is the first Arktika-class icebreaker to have a spoon-shaped bow, capable of breaking through ice up to 2.5 meters (9.2 feet) thick! This is one of the world’s largest, most-powerful nuclear icebreaker.

  • Ice Class Rating: Rated at LL1 (highest rating possible)
  • Crew and Staff: 140
  • Cruising Speed: 180 knots in open water
  • Nuclear Powered Engine: 75,000 horsepower generated by nuclear reactors makes 50 Years of Victory the one of the world’s most powerful icebreakers
  • Guests: 160

Amenities

Gym

Located on Bridge Deck 1, gym hours are posted at the door, with facilities available on a first come, first served basis.

Multi-purpose Sports Court

A multi-purpose sports court is available for your use, accessed through Bridge Deck 1.

 

Library

On Bridge Deck 2, you will find a library of polar books, reference and general reading materials in multiple languages covering subjects like wildlife, history, marine biology, ecology and geology. The library is open 24 hours a day and also includes a selection of games for your entertainment.

 

Lounge

Located on Bridge Deck 2, the Lounge offers a comfortable space to take a break, look over your photos and engage with your fellow passengers, taking advantage of the 24-hour coffee & tea station.
 

Victory Bar

The well-stocked bar on the ship is open to enjoy with your fellow shipmates in the late morning, afternoon and evening.
 

Polar Boutique

If you forgot any essentials or need a little souvenir from your voyage, the Polar Boutique on Bridge Deck 2 is our onboard gift shop.
 

 

Pool

50 Years of Victory features a small, heated saltwater plunge pool for guests to enjoy.
 
 

Sauna

The vessel also has a men’s and women’s sauna next door to the pool where guests can relax after a day of expedition activities.
 
 

 

Features

  • A helicopter for shore excursions and flight-seeing make 50 Years of Victory a ship unlike any other, with the ability to go where other ships cannot.
  • A spoon-shaped bow: 50 Years of Victory is the first Arktika-class icebreaker to have a spoon-shaped bow, covered in a skirt of stainless steel, meaning she can crush through sea ice up to 9.2 feet (2.5 meteres) thick en route to its destination of 90°N.
  • During your voyage you may be given access to the Bridge, where you can observe how the Captain and officers sail and navigate the ship.

Deck Plan

Cabin Options

Twin Cabin

Standard twin cabins have one lower berth with a curtain and a sofa that is converted to a bed each night. The private facilities are en suite, with a shower. The exterior window opens. The TV is connected to CCTV system. The DVD player is attached to the TV. You may borrow CDs from the ship’s library.

Class: Standard

Located on:

  • Bow Deck
  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2
  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 149 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-2 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 twin, 1 sofa

Mini Suite Cabin

Each Mini Suite has a sitting area with a sofa bed, and a bed separated from the sitting area. The private facilities have a shower. The window opens. Amenities include and a TV to a CCTV system and a DVD player.

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 225-228 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-2 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 twin, 1 sofa

Suite Cabin

A suite has a bedroom and a sitting area with a sofa bed, private facilities with bathtub or shower, refrigerator, window that opens, TV and DVD player, coffee maker, safe.

 

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2

Size: 259 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

Victory Suite

There is only one Victory Suite. It has a separate bedroom and sitting area, with a sofa bed in sitting room. The private facilities include a shower. The amenities include a refrigerator, coffee maker and safe. The window opens. The TV is connected to a CCTV system. You may borrow DVDs from the library to play in the DVD attached to the TV.

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 303 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

Arktika Suite

This has a very spacious bedroom with a single bed and a sitting room with a sofa bed. The private facilities have a bathtub. The exterior windows open. (Views are obstructed in cabins 46 and 48.) Amenities include a TV/DVD combination, coffee maker, safe, and fresh fruit, drinks, and snacks. The TV is connected to a CCTV system.

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2
  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 314 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

Ready to Book Your Polar Expedition?

 Contact Polar Holidays to schedule a free consultation with one of our booking specialists today!