Polar Tracks Expeditions
Ocean Nova
seasoned & refurbished
About the Ship
Ocean Nova is a sturdy and nimble expedition vessel that was built in Denmark in 1992 and fully refurbished in 2006.
For its air-cruises, Ocean Nova has a capacity for 67 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, which all feature a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, an individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with a shower.
- Passenger Capacity: 67
- Fly Cruises (Skip the Drake)
- Dedicated single cabins
- Large fleet of Zodiacs
- Expedition Parka to keep
- Rubber boots to borrow
- Glass-enclosed observation lounge
- Gym & Bar
- Ice Class: 1B with 1A Hull
Why We Like Ocean Nova
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SIZE
Ocean Nova is big enough that you can easily find a cozy corner to call your own or stand outside quietly enjoying the scenery, but also small enough to generate a wonderful sense of camaraderie between like-minded travellers.
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SHALLOW DRAFT
She has a slightly shallower draft than many other ships at 3.7 meters which means she can navigate places that other ships sometimes can’t.
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SKIP THE DRAKE
Designed and operated by the original pioneers of the Antarctic Fly & Cruise concept, the Magellan Explorer allows you to fly to the Peninsula and skip the oft-dreaded Drake Passage crossing.
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PRIORITIES
Ocean Nova is one of the older vessels in the fleet and while comfortable and well-maintained, she has none of the fancy frills of newer vessels with the expedition's focus squarely on what happens off the ship.
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