Ocean Nova

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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