Overview

This sister-ship of Lyubov Orlova, built in 1975, underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998. She has a proud reputation as a well-appointed, elegant expedition ship for softer adventures. The ship is equipped with Zodiacs for shore landings and ocean level, cruising, yet offers fine dining, and a cabins with exterior views and facilities en suite.

Specs

Staff & Crew:	72
Passengers:	122
Length:	100.58 m
Breadth:	16.31 m
Draft:	4.72 m
Propulsion:	2 MAN B&W diesel propulsion engines rated approx. 2,640 SHP each; 500 HP bowthruster; controllable pitch propellers
Ice Class:	A-1
Cruising Speed:	12 knots in open water
Registered:	Bahamas

Amenities

• All cabins have exterior views
• 61 outside cabins, all featuring private facilities, individual temperature controls, and in-room music
• Window-lined dining room with unreserved seating: buffet-style breakfast with table service; table-service lunch and dinner with main course choices from changing daily menu; cakes served in mid-afternoon.
• Lounge/Presentation Room that can accommodate all guests.
• 2 bars.
• Library stocked with nautical books and board games.
• Gift shop.
• Ship-to-shore communications via satellite
• Satellite Internet access.
• Clinic with licensed doctor.
• Exercise room.
• Massage therapist.
• Please note: there is no passenger elevator between decks.