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Technology & the Environment

Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yachts Technology & the Environment

Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Scenic, we are committed to environmentally responsible tourism and protecting the places we visit, to ensure we can continue to offer our guests amazing experiences to explore all the natural beauty this planet has to offer. Scenic’s aim is to reduce the environmental impact and to ensure that collectively, we build a sustainable way of operating and conducting business. By making a positive contribution to the communities where we source, live, work and sell a vast range of products – both through our core business and initiatives – we will deliver economic benefits to the local people and enhance the wellbeing of host communities. At its core, our business depends on the beauty and sustainability of the planet and its people. While Scenic guests want to explore and discover new cultures, we are striving to ensure that our impact on these destinations is minimal. By working with local governments, tourism authorities, local communities and guests, we can ensure the interaction is mutually beneficial, while safeguarding the natural environment.

Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yachts™ travel to some of the most beautiful and remote regions on the planet. As part of our commitment to ensuring these destinations retain their wonder, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art technology and environmentally sustainable systems, to leave as small a footprint as possible. Your safety is our highest priority and the Scenic Eclipse yachts have been built to ensure the highest international safety standards. The dedication to your health, safety and the environment allows us to design the most inspiring and exciting itineraries possible.

Uncompromising Peace of Mind

Safety, Comfort, Environment

Polar Class 6 – designed and built to the latest uncompromising standards for ships operating in Polar waters Comfort Class 1 notation - featuring lowest passenger ship noise and vibration throughout public spaces and suites Largest space-to-guest ratios of almost 1:1 in the industry allowing for an abundance of personal space and social distancing Strengthened Hull, forward bow thrusters and an electronic Azipod propulsion system enable safe navigation through Arctic and Antarctic waters Advanced Kongsberg automated safety systems Safe return to Port compliant with multiple redundant main operating systems – the highest level of safety Oversized Zero Speed stabilisers – custom-built and 50% larger than those of other ships providing greater stability as the ship navigates the waters GPS Dynamic Positioning system – allows Scenic Eclipse to maintain our location without dropping anchor onto sensitive seabeds The latest emissions technology and IMO low sulphur fuel Advanced Wastewater Treatment Systems and highly efficient engines reduce emissions, noise and vibrations Proud official members of IAATO and AECO international associations

CRUISE WITH CONFIDENCE

If you’ve been looking forward to your next Scenic journey, now is the time to book with confidence and turn those dreams into reality, with our protection plans.

Add Deposit Protection Plan^ Add Deposit Protection Plan (DPP) at a cost of $250pp for new journeys; available to protect the deposit amount you’ve paid towards your booking. Add Risk-Free Platinum Protection Plan† Take advantage of our Platinum Protection Plan (PPP) for $595pp for Scenic Eclipse voyages. By adding this plan, you are covered if you are unable to travel due to health reasons, or your travel plans are impacted by COVID-19, up to 31 days prior to departure with a 100% refund (less airline cancellation fees and PPP cost), or a 70% refund between 15 and 30 days prior to departure (less PPP cost).

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