M/V Magellan Explorer

Intimately sized for a maximum of 73 passengers, M/V Magellan Explorer is purpose built for the Antarctic, featuring state-of-the-art equipment to enhance your polar experience.

Length: 90.7m

Breadth: 16.2m

Draught: 4.3m

Ice Class: 6

Passengers: 73

Staff and crew: 60

Cruising speed: 14 knots

As the first custom-made small ship (under 100 passengers) built specially for Antarctic voyages, M/V Magellan Explorer boasts the perfect facilities to get the most out of this region. From a glass-enclosed observation lounge you’ll never miss a minute of the icy landscapes passing you by – you may even spot marine wildlife such as whale and seal. Here you’ll also find a presentation room, complete with state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment. Get to know the biology, history and wildlife of Antarctica through engaging presentations by experts and naturalists. Following briefings with the team, you’ll board the fleet of Zodiac boats to get up close to this rugged destination, experiencing once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters along the way. To minimise fuel consumption throughout the journey, this vessel also features a waste heat recovery system to recycle and re-use the heat produced by the ship’s engines.

Elsewhere on-board the M/V Magellan Explorer you’ll enjoy numerous common areas to relax and unwind. The library is also well-stocked with books covering the history of great Antarctic explorers, giving you plenty of inspiration for the days ahead. Alternatively, the Zodiac embarkation area is where you’ll begin your excursions as well as other exciting activities, including kayaking and snowshoeing. At the end of a long day exploring, the main dining room is the perfect place to recharge. Offering buffets as well as table service, lunch and dinner is accompanied by premium Chilean wines to add an authentic touch to your meal.

* Only available with a queen-size bed. All other cabins have a choice of twin or double –please specify on booking.

 PENTHOUSE SUITE: Two-room suite, en suite facilities, sitting room, balcony.

 DELUXE VERANDA CABIN: Sitting area, en suite facilities, balcony.

 VERANDA CABIN: Sitting area, en suite facilities, balcony.

 SINGLE VERANDA CABIN: Sitting area, en suite facilities, balcony.

 TRIPLE SUITE: Two-room suite, en suite facilities, sitting room, balcony.

 GRAND SUITE: Two-room suite, en suite facilities, sitting room, balcony.

 PORTHOLE CABIN: Sitting area, en suite facilities, porthole.