The MV Magellan Explorer features cabins in seven categories of accommodation which nicely fits the small-ship model. Antarctic air-cruises will be limited to a maximum of 76 guests per departure, with each departure fed by a single flight, allowing for small and intimate group excursions.
| Passengers76 | Crew60 | Decks4 | Cabins39 | Length298.6ft | Width52.5ft | Knots14 |
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Custom built for Antarctic cruises, Magellan Explorer was developed from the ground up by international polar expedition experts and is named after the famed explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
For air-cruise expeditions, the vessel has a capacity for 76 guests, lodging in seven accommodation categories. All accommodation features a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, a sitting area, and a private bathroom with a shower and heated floors. You might enjoy the forward-facing observation lounge and bar, where your expert polar guides deliver educational programs and information. The outdoor observation deck offers expansive views and close contact with the natural environments you sail through. The dining room offers ample space with large windows for sightseeing. There ship features a library filled with Antarctic-themed books, a gym, sauna and a protected outdoor barbecue area.
Cabins
All cabins are individually designed and spacious with air-conditioning, private bathroom and TV. Amenities may vary slightly dependent on where your cabin is located. For example, only some have balconies. You can choose a cabin on the lower deck, main deck, or upper deck.
Dining
- Main dining room offers buffet breakfast and lunch, and table service dinner.
- Weather permitting, guests will be able to enjoy a unique outdoor BBQ dining experience on the deck during the voyage.
- Selection of premium Chilean wines served with lunch and dinner.
- Complimentary self-service coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, and water offered 24/7 in the library and bar.
Routes
- Classic Antarctica Air Cruise.
- Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Deck Plans
Activities
- Additional excursions are available onboard such as kayaking and snowshoeing (available at an extra cost).
Facilities
- A bar offering a selection on Chilean domestic and international drinks.
- Gym and sauna.
- Well stocked library with a collection of Antarctic-themed books.
- Local intranet accessible wirelessly throughout the ship.
- Meeting Room with multimedia resources and interactive science lab.
- Forward observation deck and accessible bow.