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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 01, 2024 - 
May 08, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 08, 2024 - 
May 15, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Ski & Sail
May 15, 2024 - 
May 22, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Sail
May 22, 2024 - 
May 29, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
Arctic Ocean - Aberdeen, Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 26, 2024 - 
Jun 06, 2024
Sailing between our home port of Vlissingen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure visits the Scottish port of Aberdeen, the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, and the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales, and ...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 01, 2024 - 
May 08, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 28, 2024 - 
Jun 06, 2024
Sailing between the Scottish port of Aberdeen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure explores the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen as well as the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales, and other animals of the ...
North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife
Jun 06, 2024 - 
Jun 13, 2024
Sailing along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen, will give us the best opportunities to spot the King of the Arctic. We sail to Raudfjord on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a beautiful fjord dominated by spectacular glaciers and favoured by Ringed and Bearded Seal. The cliffs and s...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 08, 2024 - 
May 15, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Ski & Sail
May 15, 2024 - 
May 22, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer
Jun 08, 2024 - 
Jun 18, 2024
The North Spitsbergen cruise sails to some of the remotest locations of northern Europe. The expedition gives you the opportunity to spot historic whaling remains, glaciers, a variety of Arctic birds including the Little Auk, and polar bears....
North Spitsbergen Explorer – Polar Bears , Bowhead Whales & more
Jun 10, 2024 - 
Jun 17, 2024
Join our adventurous expedition to the north of Svalbard’s largest island, taking in the area’s fantastically beautiful landscapes, thousands of seabirds, and possibly even polar bears. While searching for whales, seals, and other exotic wildlife among the sea ice, we’...

Ocean Nova

Overview

This ship was built in 1992 in Denmark, where it was honed for navigating Greenland’s icy seas. It has undergone incredible renovations in the past two decades to transform her into her current form: comfortable, luxurious, and ready to handle all conditions!

  • Ice Class Rating: Rated at 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A)
  • Crew and Staff: 46
  • Passengers: 67 max
  • Cruising Speed: 12 knots in open water
  • Propulsion: Diesel engines, 2,000 horsepower

Amenities

Observation Lounge

Enjoy the panoramic lounge with its 200 degree views is a popular place for wildlife viewing while keeping warm. 

Bar

Relax and unwind at the bar located on the top deck next to the observation lounge and deck.

Zodiac Deck

On the top deck find the zodiac deck which houses the ship’s fleet of 7 zodiac boats! These watercraft are perfect for nimbly navigating the icy waters around the continent.

Library

Interested in some Antarctic reading material? Find it in the library, located on the bridge deck near the gym.

Gym

Don’t miss a workout on your cruise (unless you want to), with Ocean Nova’s gym located on the bridge deck.

Dining Room

The dining room is located centrally on the upper deck. Enjoy incredibly delicious meals, accompanied by hand-selected Chilean wine!

Features

  • Combines clean, comfortable Scandinavian styling, with a true expeditionary spirit
  • Ocean Nova’s large expeditionary staff of 12 means the highest passenger to staff ratio of any Antarctic ship
  • One of the few small ships with dedicated Single cabins, as well as Twins and Triple cabins, all with a picture window and en-suite bathroom
  • It has a strengthened hull that is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. 
 
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Deck Plan

Ocean Nova Deck Plan

Cabin Options

Single Cabin

Single cabins come standard with a single bed, a picture window, a writing desk with chair, a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with shower.

  • All 5 cabins are on the Upper Deck
  • Single bed
  • The best single cabins are 303 & 305, as they have 2 windows, instead of just one, and a better room configuration. 

Twin Window

All twins have the same floor space. However, they have beds further apart of each other on the Bridge Deck (Deck 4). The twins on the Upper Deck (Deck 3) are potentially better for couples. All cabins come with a picture window, a writing desk with chair, a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with shower.

  • 12 cabins are on the Upper Deck and 16 on the Bridge Deck
  • 2 lower beds
  • Cabins #413 and #414 have obstructed views.
     
     

Triple

Triples come standard with three single beds. 1 bunk-bed and two standard floor-level singles. All cabins come standard with a picture window, a writing desk with chair, a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with shower.

  • The 4 cabins are at the stern of the Upper Deck
  • 1 bunk-bed and 1 lower berth
  • The largest triple is #317, which also has a pole in the middle

Upcoming Departures

No scheduled departures

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