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

2023-24 Antarctica

Mar 21, 2024 – Apr 1, 2024 (12 days)
Price
$7,700.00 – $11,200.00
Adventure Options

2024 Arctic

Starts in Vlissingen, Netherlands & Ends in Longyearbyen, Norway
May 26, 2024 – Jun 6, 2024 (12 days)
Price
$3,000.00 – $5,400.00
Adventure Options
Starts in Aberdeen, Scotland & Ends in Longyearbyen, Norway
May 28, 2024 – Jun 6, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$2,750.00 – $5,000.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in: Longyearbyen
Jun 6, 2024 – Jun 13, 2024 (8 days)
Price
$4,000.00 – $7,300.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Jun 13, 2024 – Jun 27, 2024 (15 days)
Price
$8,000.00 – $14,600.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in: Longyearbyen
Jun 13, 2024 – Jun 20, 2024 (8 days)
Price
$4,000.00 – $7,300.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Jun 20, 2024 – Jun 27, 2024 (8 days)
Price
$4,000.00 – $7,300.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in: Longyearbyen
Jun 27, 2024 – Jul 4, 2024 (8 days)
Price
$4,000.00 – $7,300.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Jul 4, 2024 – Jul 13, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$5,400.00 – $10,000.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Jul 13, 2024 – Jul 22, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$5,400.00 – $10,000.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Jul 22, 2024 – Jul 31, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$5,400.00 – $10,000.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen - WAITLIST
Jul 31, 2024 – Aug 9, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$5,400.00 – $10,000.00
Adventure Options
Starts & Ends in Longyearbyen
Aug 9, 2024 – Aug 18, 2024 (10 days)
Price
$5,400.00 – $10,000.00
Adventure Options

2024-25 Antarctica

Starts in Puerto Madryn ends in Ushuaia
Oct 18, 2024 – Nov 7, 2024 (20 days)
Price
$13,350.00 – $19,300.00
Adventure Options
Dec 6, 2024 – Dec 25, 2024 (19 days)
Price
$13,550.00 – $19,650.00
Adventure Options
Dec 25, 2024 – Jan 6, 2025 (13 days)
Price
$9,900.00 – $14,300.00
Adventure Options
Jan 6, 2025 – Jan 16, 2025 (11 days)
Price
$8,650.00 – $12,650.00
Adventure Options
Jan 16, 2025 – Feb 3, 2025 (19 days)
Price
$15,750.00 – $19,950.00
Adventure Options
Feb 3, 2025 – Feb 13, 2025 (11 days)
Price
$8,650.00 – $12,650.00
Adventure Options
Feb 13, 2025 – Feb 25, 2025 (13 days)
Price
$9,900.00 – $14,300.00
Adventure Options
Feb 25, 2025 – Mar 9, 2025 (13 days)
Price
$9,900.00 – $14,300.00
Adventure Options
Mar 9, 2025 – Mar 23, 2025 (15 days)
Price
$10,500.00 – $15,300.00
Adventure Options
Mar 23, 2025 – Apr 3, 2025 (12 days)
Price
$7,700.00 – $11,200.00
Adventure Options
CHARTERED VOYAGE
Oct 25, 2025 – Nov 13, 2025 (20 days)
Price
$0.00 – $11,200.00
Adventure Options
Nov 13, 2025 – Nov 27, 2025 (15 days)
Price
$10,900.00 – $15,800.00
Adventure Options
Nov 27, 2025 – Dec 16, 2025 (20 days)
Price
$14,800.00 – $21,400.00
Adventure Options
Dec 16, 2025 – Dec 28, 2025 (13 days)
Price
$10,550.00 – $15,600.00
Adventure Options
Dec 28, 2025 – Jan 9, 2026 (13 days)
Price
$10,550.00 – $15,600.00
Adventure Options
Jan 9, 2026 – Jan 19, 2026 (11 days)
Price
$9,250.00 – $13,750.00
Adventure Options
Jan 19, 2026 – Feb 6, 2026 (19 days)
Price
$16,600.00 – $24,800.00
Adventure Options
Feb 6, 2026 – Feb 16, 2026 (11 days)
Price
$9,250.00 – $13,750.00
Adventure Options
CHARTERED VOYAGE
Feb 16, 2026 – Mar 9, 2026 (22 days)
Price
$0.00 – $13,750.00
Adventure Options
Mar 9, 2026 – Mar 23, 2026 (15 days)
Price
$11,200.00 – $16,650.00
Adventure Options
Mar 23, 2026 – Apr 1, 2026 (10 days)
Price
$6,700.00 – $10,050.00
Adventure Options



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