Polar Pioneer - Arctic Ship
Why we like the Polar Pioneer cruise ship
- A true expedition vessel capable of accessing places larger ships simply can’t get to
- Only 54 passengers makes it feel almost like chartering your own ship
- A plucky little ship with a great atmosphere with a loyal fan base
- Her functional lines and simple cabins evoke her origins as a research vessel
- Renowned for her outstanding expeditionary staff and a very intimate overall experience
- One of very few ships to offer scuba diving in Arctic waters, as well as kayaking
Trips aboard Polar Pioneer
Beginning in Scotland and finishing in Svalbard, deep inside the High Arctic, experience the changing habitats as you push into the Land of the White Bear. At every step of the way the richness of the local history and wildlife…
- 15 Days
- $9,642
Maximise wildlife sightings with the chance to circumnavigate Spitsbergen island. Search for walrus, arctic fox, whales and of course the ‘King of The Arctic'. Sail through the Hinlopen Strait and visit abandoned trapping stations and experience glaciers up close all…
- 11 or 13 Days
- $10,101
For the ultimate Arctic experience this unparalleled 24 day voyage is hard to beat. Created by splicing together two popular voyages, it maximises on wildlife sightings, with exploration of East Greenland’s deep fjords and towering icebergs and delivers extended time…
- 24 Days
- $22,516
Beginning in Svalbard before sailing west across the Greenland Sea and exploring Greenland’s long eastern coastline to finish in Iceland, this is an audacious Arctic journey of startling diversity and contrast. Spectacular landscapes, towering glaciers and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters will…
- 13 or 15 Days
- $5,944
Photos of Polar Pioneer
Getting you close to the ice
Sailing in northern Norway
Cruising through the ice
Technical Specifications
- Passenger capacity: 54 passengers
- Ice class rating: KM*ULA2
- Size :71.6m long x 12.82m wide
- Built in /Refurbished in : Refurbished in 2000
- Other key feature: Arctic Scuba Diving is offered.
Communal Areas
Breathe in the fresh sea air and soak up the knowledge of the local guides as you wildlife spot on the observation decks. Nautical charts across the ship also mean you can follow the progress of your journey as you skim over the oncoming waves.
A schedule of presentations and talks led by on-board polar specialists provides for constant opportunity to grow your enthusiasm of the uniqueness of the polar regions which you'll travel through.
Come evening, test your general knowledge during trivia nights or take part in charity auctions. For a more informal time, the cosy lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere to unwind and meet other guests, or seek some total calmness in the sauna.
Onboard Communications
If whilst in the Arctic you wish to stay in touch, there are a number of options to choose from:
- Telephone: $30/5mins or $150/45mins (satellite phone card)
- Email service: $5 initial set-up fee and an approximate $3/min of sending/receiving emails. 5, 10, 40 minutes packages are available for purchase
Due to the remoteness of the location, the options available are only suitable for light data traffic, meaning that internet access or the uploading of images is not possible. Email access, however, is still available.
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