Polar Tracks Expeditions
Plancius
seasoned & refurbished
About the Ship
Built in 1976 as an oceanographic deep sea research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy, the M/V Plancius went through a 2 year refurbishment in 2008.
Carrying just 108 passengers, Plancius is one of the smallest expedition vessels in the fleet. Full of small ship character and charm, she attracts active, adventure and wildlife-minded modern explorers who are after a rustic, bare bones experience.
- Passenger Capacity: 108
- En suites in all cabins
- Observation lounge with bar
- 4 low-cost Quad Porthole cabins
- Large open deck spaces
- No expedition parka
- Rubber boots to borrow
- Ice strengthened
- Ice Class: 1D
Why We Like Plancius
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CHARM
She’s understated but comfortable, en suite bathrooms, a writing desk, ample storage space and a flat screen TV with streaming movies in every cabin.
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SPECIALIST
Plancius spends almost her entire northern summer in Svalbard so when it comes to experience of the bridge and expedition team, they are unparalleled in the realm of the polar bear.
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VIEWS
She has full walk-around capability on Deck 3, and an Observation Lounge and Library on Deck 5 with large windows offering a panoramic view.
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SPEED
With such low passenger capacity, swift Zodiac operations using two gangways means minimal wait time to get off the ship and out onto landings or adventure activities...an ideal vessel for active expedition cruising in the polar regions.
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Insider Advice
We’re a different kind of agency. We work on the ships, with the teams, and are currently active in the polar regions. Our insider advice is truly that – straight from the field – and it’s updated in real time if things change.