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 – $190 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.
SHIP CAPACITY UPDATE: Starting with 2020 Arctic & 2020-2021 Antarctica Season, the ship capacity will be reduced to 108 passengers & no triple cabins will be available. We can accommodate three passengers traveling together in a Superior Cabin + a sofa bed.
Cabins
Upcoming Trips on the Plancius
2019 Arctic |
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Bilingual trip: English - German!
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$5,000 – $9,400 Adventure Options
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$5,000 – $9,400 Adventure Options
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$4,050 – $7,350 Adventure Options
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Chances to see Aurora Borealis! Bilingual trip: English - German
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$6,550 – $12,100 Adventure Options
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2019-2020 Antarctica |
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Departs from Puerto Madryn- Ends in Ushuaia!
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$5,900 – $8,650 Adventure Options
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Last berths available: 20% off
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$7,250 – $10,700 Adventure Options
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Sea kayaking & camping free of charge - limited spaces!
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$7,250 – $10,700 Adventure Options
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$12,750 – $18,400 Adventure Options
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All activities free of charge!
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$8,400 – $12,150 Adventure Options
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All activities free of charge!
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$8,400 – $12,150 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,800 Adventure Options
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$14,600 – $20,950 Adventure Options
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$7,950 – $11,800 Adventure Options
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Last berths available!
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$7,950 – $11,800 Adventure Options
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All activities free of charge!
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$7,950 – $11,800 Adventure Options
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All activities free of charge!
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$7,950 – $11,800 Adventure Options
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Whale watching voyage!
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$5,950 – $8,800 Adventure Options
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2020-21 Antarctica |
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Starts in Puerto Madryn/ Ends in Ushuaia
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$12,600 – $18,150 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$12,850 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$13,500 – $19,600 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$14,750 – $21,300 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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$8,050 – $11,900 Adventure Options
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2021-22 Antarctica |
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$16,400 – $23,700 Adventure Options
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