M / V "Plancius" was built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel of the Royal Dutch Navy, under the name "HR Ms. Tydeman". The ship, was used by the Dutch Navy until June 2004 and then was acquired by Oceanwide Expeditions in 900 thousand euros and was baptized with the name of "Petrus Plancius" (1552-1622). The ship was rebuilt in its entirety by the shipyard Reimerswaal in Hansweert, becoming an expedition cruise to be used as a vessel of 116 passengers in the year 2009. The Plancius complies with the latest regulations of SOLAS (safety of life at sea), being registered in Lloyd of London and flying the Dutch flag.
Description of M/V Plancius
Cabins
Also the M / V Plancius is a comfortable boat with a capacity for 116 passengers in 53 cabins:
4 Quadruple Porthole Cabins: Maximum four people, a porthole window, two upper and lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. This cabin is for families traveling with children or passengers that do not require double or more luxurious cabin.
2 Triple Porthole Cabins: Maximum three people, a porthole window, an upper bunk and two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. This cabin is for families traveling with children or passengers that do not require double or more luxurious cabin.
9 Twin Porthole Cabins: Maximum two people, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space.
26 Twin Window Cabins: Maximum two people, a window, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space.
2 Double Deluxe Cabins: Maximum two people, two windows, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. These cabins are located in the corner and are slightly wider than the porthole cabins or double window cabins.
10 Superior Cabins: Maximum two people, two windows, a double bed, a sofa bed, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, refrigerator,coffee and tea machine, hairdryer, ample storage space.
| Cabin | Window | Bathroom | Bed or bunk bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Quadruple Porthole | 1 ojo de buey | private bathroom with shower and WC | 2 literas superiores y inferiores |
| 2 Triple Porthole | 1 ojo de buey | private bathroom with shower and WC | 1 litera superior y 2 literas inferiores |
| 9 Cabinas Twin Porthole | private bathroom with shower and WC | 2 literas inferiores | |
| 26 Twin Window | 1 ventana | private bathroom with shower and WC | 2 literas inferiores |
| 2 Doble Deluxe | 2 ventanas | private bathroom with shower and WC | 2 literas inferiores |
| 10 Superior | 2 ventanas | private bathroom with shower and WC | 1 cama doble |
Restaurant and Rooms
The ship is comfortable, but it is not a luxury ship. Our trips are and will be mainly being educational exploration programs to spend time on land as possible. This vessel meets our requirements because it has:
- 1 Restaurant Room or Conference Room on the third deck.
- 1 Observation room with a wide bar on the fifth deck with large windows, with full panoramic view.
- Viewpoints with large open spaces with full movement possibilities on the third deck, giving excellent opportunities to enjoy the landscape and wildlife. It is also equipped with 10 Zodiac Mark V, including outboard motors 40 HP 4 stroke and 2 gateways in the starboard side, ensuring fast operation zodiac.
Layout: Decks and Cabins of the M/V Plancius
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To see more information and a picture of the cabins, click on the number for each cabin areas
Decks J and H
Triple Porthole Quadruple Porthole Twin Porthole
Deck G
Twin Deluxe Twin Windows Superior
Decks E and F
Superior
Bridge
Observation Deck
Observation Room and Bar
Restaurant & Conference Hall
Decks J and H - Quadruple Porthole
Maximum four people, a porthole window, two upper and lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. This cabin is for families traveling with children or passengers that do not require double or more luxurious cabin.
Decks E and F - Superior
Maximum two people, two windows, a double bed, a sofa bed, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, refrigerator,coffee and tea machine, hairdryer, ample storage space.
Decks J and H - Triple Porthole
Maximum three people, a porthole window, an upper bunk and two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. This cabin is for families traveling with children or passengers that do not require double or more luxurious cabin.
Deck G - Twin Deluxe
Maximum two people, two windows, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space. These cabins are located in the corner and are slightly wider than the porthole cabins or double window cabins.
Decks J and H - Twin Porthole
Maximum two people, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space.
Deck G - Twin Windows
Maximum two people, a window, two lower bunk beds, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and internet connection, hairdryer, ample storage space.
Deck G - Superior
Maximum two people, two windows, a double bed, a sofa bed, private bathroom with shower and WC, desk and chair, flat screen TV, telephone and Internet connection, refrigerator, coffee and tea machine, hairdryer, ample storage space.
Technical data of M/V Plancius
The ship is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system that considerably reduces the noise and vibrations of the engines. The three diesel engines generate 1,230 HP (horsepower) each, which makes a speed of 10-12 knots possible. The ship is reinforced by ice and was built especially for oceanographic trips to Antarctica.
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Number of passengers: | 116 passengers in 53 cabins |
| Staff and equipment: | 45 |
| Length: | 89 meters (293 feet) |
| Width: | 14, 5 meters (47 feet) |
| Project: | 5 meters (16 feet) |
| Ice class: | 1D ice (Lloyds 100A1 passenger ship classification, Ice Class 1D with a draft of 5 meters) |
| Displacement weight: | 3434 tonnes |
| Propulsion: | 3 electric diesel engines |
| Speed: | 10 - 12 maximum knots |
General information about the M/V Plancius
Travel clothes
Clothing is recommended in keeping with our expedition environment with informality. Bring comfortable and casual clothes for all activities. Keep in mind that much of the spectacular Antarctic landscape can be enjoyed, appreciating it from the deck and considering that it can be slippery is necessary resistant shoes with non-slip soles. It is essential to use layers since it is often very cold on the deck and pleasant temperature inside the boat.
Tips
As a generally accepted guideline, we suggest US $ 8 to US $ 10 per person per day. It's better for the team, if we can give them cash.
Non-smoking policy
On board our ships we have a no smoking policy and it is prohibited:
- Do not smoke inside the boat (you can smoke on the deck, but do not put the cigarette butt in the sea).
- Do not smoke on the aft deck in the vicinity of zodiacs, engines and fuel.
- Do not smoke and please respect the wishes of non-smokers.
Health and fitness requirements
It is imperative to be in good general health and you should be able to walk several hours a day. The expedition is based on navigation and does not require physical demands. Although we will be on land as long as possible, you are welcome to stay aboard the ship if you like. To join most trips, you should be able to power down the steep walkway to the water level boat on board the Zodiacs. Staff will help you and it will be progressively easier with practice. On land it can be a rocky and slippery surface. Keep in mind that when traveling to remote areas without access to advanced medical facilities, you must contract good health insurance.
Services of M/V Plancius
Nautical Team
The M/V Plancius is crewed by 17 members of the nautical team:
- 19 staff (6 chefs, 1 hotel manager, 1 bartender-manager and 11 commissioners / cabin cleaners),,
- 7 expedition staff in Antarctica (leader of the expedition and 6 guides / teachers),
- 8 personnel of the expedition (expedition leader and 7 guides / teachers) and 1 doctor.
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