The Plancius was originally built as a hydrographic research vessel in the service of the Dutch government. In 2007, the current owner purchased her and since then she has undergone a total refit and refurbishment to prepare her for carrying passengers on polar expeditions. All of the cabins have outside views and are comfortable and well-appointed with private facilities and all lower beds (either twin or double). All cabins have ample storage facilities and a writing desk and chair, as well as a flat screen TV for viewing movies. The Plancius is equipped with state-of-the-art safety systems, including new radar, communication, and other navigation equipment, as well as the most modern fire and flood prevention systems.
Technical Specs
- Passenger Capacity: 110 passengers max
- Staff & Crew: 45
- Ice class: 1D
- Length: 89 metres (267 feet)
- Breadth: 14.5 meters (43 feet)
- Max Draft: 4.5 metres (15 feet)
- Speed: 10-12 knots maximum
Cabins & Amenities
- All cabins have exterior views (porthole or window) and private facilities
- Library stocked with polar books
- Observation lounge / Bar
- Adventure options on most departures
- Leica Akademie Photo Workshop
Notes
- Single Supplement is 1.7 times the standard rate.
- Mandatory Emergency Evacuation insurance is required. Airfare is not included in these prices.
- Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
- Camping – $180 per night, max 30 people
- Kayaking – $465 per voyage, max 14 people
- Snowshoeing – no charge but sign-up required
- Photo Workshop – $420 per trip or Free during “Basecamp Plancius” and Whales, Wildlife and Photography voyage.
- Max 14 people. All photo workshops are powered by renowned Leica Akademie.
- All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Cabins
Upcoming Trips on the Plancius
2017-18 Antarctica |
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$12,150 – $17,950 Adventure Options
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$13,100 – $19,150 Adventure Options
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$8,150 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$8,150 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,850 Adventure Options
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$14,950 – $21,950 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,850 Adventure Options
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$14,250 – $20,800 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,850 Adventure Options
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Price
$5,550 – $8,600 Adventure Options
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2018 Arctic |
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Polar Bear Special
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$3,900 – $11,645 Adventure Options
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Polar Bear Special
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$3,900 – $11,645 Adventure Options
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Polar Bear Special
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$3,900 – $11,645 Adventure Options
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Polar Bear Special
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$3,900 – $11,645 Adventure Options
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$4,900 – $15,045 Adventure Options
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$4,900 – $15,045 Adventure Options
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Trip to Kvitøya!
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$4,900 – $15,045 Adventure Options
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Chances to see Aurora Borealis!
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$5,950 – $20,893 Adventure Options
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Chances to see Aurora Borealis! *Departs/Returns to Akureyri (Iceland)*
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$3,900 – $11,645 Adventure Options
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2018-19 Antarctica |
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$12,150 – $17,550 Adventure Options
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$7,200 – $10,650 Adventure Options
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$13,100 – $19,150 Adventure Options
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$13,100 – $19,150 Adventure Options
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$14,950 – $21,500 Adventure Options
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Price
$7,950 – $11,700 Adventure Options
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Price
$7,950 – $11,700 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,700 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,700 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,700 Adventure Options
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Whale Watching Voyage
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$5,750 – $8,600 Adventure Options
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Ends in Montevideo, Uruguay
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– $11,700 Adventure Options
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whales in Antarctica . Mid February and March are great months to see them! 
