POLAR TRAVEL TRIBE
EXPEDITION SHIP · Classic ice-strengthened expedition ship
Ortelius
Originally built for scientific work, Ortelius is a robust 108-guest expedition ship with a high open-deck profile, a fleet of Zodiacs and an activity-first approach to polar travel.
About 108 guests capacityUL1 / 1A ice classAntarctica, South Georgia, Svalbard and Greenland
WHY THIS SHIP
Key Features
Ice-strengthened hull
Ten Mark V Zodiacs
Observation lounge and lecture room
LIFE ON BOARD
Public Spaces and Life at Sea
Dining and Social Spaces
- Onboard dining is integrated with the expedition schedule aboard Ortelius
- Venue hours, menus and included beverages follow the arrangements for each departure
- Observation and lecture spaces support wildlife watching, briefings and daily recaps aboard Ortelius
- Outdoor decks provide additional viewing and photography positions when conditions permit
Wellness and Relaxation
- The ship's published leisure and wellness spaces complement active days ashore
- Outdoor and wellness facilities operate according to weather and the shipboard programme
EXPEDITION READY
Expedition Equipment
- Zodiac operations support shore landings and near-shore exploration where offered
- The ship's UL1 / 1A classification supports its published polar programme
HIGHLIGHTS
Key Strengths
- 108 guests
- Ice-strengthened hull
- Ten Mark V Zodiacs
CABINS & SUITES
Cabins and Suites
Quadruple Porthole
private bathroom
Twin Porthole
two lower berths, private bathroom
Twin Window
two lower berths, private bathroom
Twin Deluxe
two lower berths, private bathroom
Superior
separate sitting area, private bathroom
WHO IT SUITS
Who This Ship Suits
- Travellers who value the specific expedition scale and capabilities of Ortelius
- Guests seeking voyages across Antarctica, South Georgia, Svalbard and Greenland
LIVE SAILINGS
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