Welcome Aboard the Plancius
Overview
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).
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: 108 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
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 – From $210 per night, max 30 people. (2022- 2023)
- Kayaking – From $475 per voyage, max 14 people. (2022- 2023)
- Snowshoe – No charge but sign up required
- Photo Workshop – Free
- All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Upcoming Trips on the Plancius
2022-23 Antarctica |
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Price
$8,400 – $12,350 Adventure Options
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2021-22 Antarctica |
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LIMITED
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$9,100 – $12,800 Adventure Options
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$8,850 – $12,800 Adventure Options
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Price
$7,550 – $10,900 Adventure Options
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2023 Arctic |
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Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
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$4,000 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
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$4,000 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Price
$4,000 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Price
$4,000 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
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$4,000 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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2023-24 Antarctica |
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Starts in Stanley - Ends in Ushuaia / CHARTERED VOYAGE.
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$0 – $7,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$10,500 – $15,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$13,550 – $19,650 Adventure Options
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Price
$9,100 – $13,250 Adventure Options
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Price
$9,900 – $14,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$9,900 – $14,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$15,750 – $22,700 Adventure Options
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Price
$8,650 – $12,650 Adventure Options
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Price
$9,900 – $14,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$8,650 – $12,650 Adventure Options
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Price
$10,500 – $15,300 Adventure Options
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Price
$7,700 – $11,200 Adventure Options
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