POLAR PIONEER
Polar Pioneer is one of the most popular style of vessels currently used in Antarctica and the Arctic. Originally built as an ice-strengthened research vessel in Finland in 1982, she was refurbished in 2000 and converted into a passenger ship for expeditions to the Polar Regions. Polar Pioneer’s excellent reputation for polar expedition cruising is due to her strength, manoeuvrability and size. She is small and nimble, which means she can sail up close to landing sites and venture where other, larger ships can’t. Carrying just 54 passengers, she allows us to offer you a far more personal and intimate experience of the destination we are visiting.
| Luxury star rating: | 3 |
| Guests #: | 54 |
| Crew #: | 23 |
| Ice Class: | 1A |
| Speed: | 14 |
| Refurbished: | 2000 |
| Year built: | 1982 |
| Length: | 71m |
| Width: | 13 |
| Draft: | 4 |
| Tonnage: | 1753 |
| Registry: | Russia |
| Elec Outlets: | 220V / 2 Round Pin |
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Triple public cabin, 3 x berths and shared facilities
Polar Pioneer features only two Triple Cabins with shared bathrooms. Perfect for friends or families, or for solo travellers who are happy to share their space with fellow passengers. Bathrooms are located close by on the same deck. *Same sex cabin
Twin cabin with shared facilities
Twin Cabins with shared bathrooms are all located on Deck 3. Each cabin comfortably sleeps two people and are only a short distance from the ship’s public bathroom facilities. Outside decks are accessible from this deck.
Twin cabin, with private facilities and window
Twin Cabins with private bathrooms are located across two deck levels, both with easy access to outside decks. Each cabin accommodates two people and offers the convenience of private bathroom facilities.
Suite cabin with double bed, separate sitting room and private facilities
Only two Mini Suites offer a more spacious cabin with a separate sleeping and sitting area as well as a private en-suite and large windows to enjoy the views from the comfort of your own cabin. Perfect if you're after a bit more space and comfort.
Suite cabin with double bed, separate sitting room and private facilities
Polar Pioneer's most deluxe cabin, the Captain's Suite features a separate sleeping area and lounge room, a private en-suite and large windows for optimal viewing opportunities from your own cabin. Only one cabin available, so be sure to enquire early.
Twin cabin, with private facilities and window
Twin Cabins (Upper & Lower bunk) with private bathrooms are located across two deck levels, both with easy access to outside decks. Each cabin accommodates two people and offers the convenience of private bathroom facilities.
Suite cabin with double bed, separate sitting room and private facilities
Polar Pioneer's most deluxe cabin, the Captain's Suite features a separate sleeping area and lounge room, a private en-suite and large windows for optimal viewing opportunities from your own cabin. Only one cabin available, so be sure to enquire early.
Suite cabin with double bed, separate sitting room and private facilities.
Suite cabin with double bed, separate sitting room and private facilities.
Twin cabin, with 1 x upper and 1 lower bunk, private facilities and window.
Twin cabin, with 1 x upper and 1 lower bunk, private facilities and window.
Triple public cabin, 3 x berths and shared facilities
Triple public cabin, 3 x berths and shared facilities
Twin cabin (bunks), with private facilities and window.
Twin cabin (bunks), with private facilities and window.
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