Polar Tracks Expeditions
Ocean Nova
seasoned & refurbished
About the Ship

Ocean Nova is compact, cozy and charming. Built in Denmark in 1992 for Greenland’s icy waters, it is designed for efficiency, functionality, and connection with nature. A glass-enclosed lounge with sweeping 200-degree views is perfect for wildlife spotting.
Thanks to the Ocean Nova’s intimate group size (only 78 passengers) and seamless operations, hopping into one of the eight Zodiacs is a breeze. With the ship’s shallow draft and ability to anchor close to shore, you’ll spend less time ferrying and more time exploring.
- Passenger Capacity: 78
- Dedicated single cabins
- Large fleet of Zodiacs
- Rubber boots to borrow
- Expedition jacket to keep
- Glass-enclosed observation lounge
- Open bridge policy
- Complimentary basic wifi
- 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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LOCAL GUIDES
The Ocean Nova expedition team includes local Inuit and Greenlandic guides to help inform and inspire your connection with the cultures you visit.
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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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