Polar Pioneer is one of the most popular style of vessels currently used in Antarctica and the Arctic. Originally built as an icestrengthened research vessel in Finland in 1982, she was refurbished in 2000 and converted into a passenger ship for expeditions to the polar regions. Polar Pioneer’s excellent reputation for polar expedition cruising is due to her strength, maneuverability and size. She is small and nimble, which means she can sail up close to landing sites and venture where other, larger ships can’t. Carrying just up to 76 passengers, she allows a far more personal and intimate experience of the destinations visited.
Year Built: 1982
Deadweight: 620 tons
Class: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Description: Research and survey Vessel / Donor for Yacht with Ice Class Equivalent to 1A Super. Built in 1982 in Finland and modernized in 2000.
620mt DWT on 4.5m draft
Built in 1982 in Finland
Modernized in 2000
Class: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Ice class equivalent to 1A Super
LOA: 71.6m
Beam: 12.8m
Depth: 6.45m
26 cabins
8 inflatable Zodiacs for 15 people in each
8 YAMAHA boats X 60bhp
Sea endurance 30 days
Bow crane х 3mt and stern crane x 5mt
Bowthruster
CP propeller
2 M/E of 2,294 kW total capacity
Ship Features
Ice-strengthened hull
Triple, twin & suite cabins
Spacious viewing platforms & decks
Fleet of inflatable Zodiacs
Lounge bar & two dining rooms
Dedicated presentation room
Sauna
Basic medical clinic
English-speaking doctor
Daily cabin cleaning service
Satellite phone & email access
Gumboots provided for landings
Laundry service available
On board you will find a range of accommodation types, including triple and twin cabins as well as larger suites, all featuring outside facing portholes or windows
and ample storage space for your gear. Cabins have either shared or private bathroom facilities, whilst suites offer en-suite bathrooms and lounge areas. See
below for detailed cabin information and deck plan.
Captain's Suite
Polar Pioneer's most deluxe cabin, the Captain's Suite features a separate sleeping area and lounge room, a private ensuite
and large windows for optimal viewing opportunities from your own cabin.
Deck: Deck 5
Cabin Features
Private en-suite
Double bed in separate room
Forward- and side-facing windows
Separate lounge area
Desk and table area
TV, DVD player and mini fridge
Air-conditioning control
Outside deck access from Deck 5
Cabin Size: 22.5 m2 Bathroom Size: 1.92 m2
Mini Suite
Only two Mini Suites offer a more spacious cabin with a separate sleeping and sitting area as well as a private ensuite
and large windows to enjoy the views from
the comfort of your own cabin. Perfect if you're after a bit more space and comfort.
Deck: Deck 5
Cabin Features
Private en suite
Double bed in separate room
Side-facing windows
Separate lounge area*
Desk and chair
Cupboard with hanging space
TV, DVD player and mini fridge
Air-conditioning control
Outside deck access from Deck 5
Cabin Size: 16.8 m2 Bathroom Size: 1.92 m2
Twin Private Cabin
Twin Cabins with private bathrooms are located across two deck levels, both with easy access to outside decks. Each cabin accommodates two people and offers
the convenience of private bathroom facilities.
Cabin Features
Private en-suite
Two lower bunk beds (Note: #402 and #403 have an upper and lower bunk and a couch)
Side-facing window
Desk and chair
Cupboard with hanging space
Air-conditioning control
Outside deck access to main deck (Deck 4 cabins only)
Outside deck access to upper deck (Deck 5 cabins only)
Twin Private Economy Cabin
NEW to 2018/19, Twin Private Economy Cabins offer a budgetconscious
option, with a lower and upper bunk option, and easy access to the main decks. Each
cabin accommodates two people and offers the convenience of private bathroom facilities.
Cabin Features
Private en-suite
Upper and lower bunk and a couch
Side-facing window
Desk and chair
Cupboard with hanging space
Air-conditioning control
Outside deck access to main deck
Cabin Size: 12 m2 Bathroom Size: 1.9 m2
Twin Public Cabin
Twin Cabins with shared bathrooms are all located on Deck 3. Each cabin comfortably sleeps two people and are only a short distance from the ship’s
public bathroom facilities. Outside decks are accessible from this deck.
Cabin Features:
Two lower bunk beds
Outside porthole
Wash basin
Lounge and desk
Cupboard with hanging space
Air-conditioning control
Shared bathroom facilities on same deck
Outside decks accessible via Deck 3 and 4
Cabin Size: 9.8 m2
Triple Cabin
Polar Pioneer features only two Triple Cabins with shared bathrooms. Perfect for friends or families, or for solo travellers who are happy to share their space with
fellow passengers. Bathrooms are located close by on the same deck.
Cabin Features:
Two lower bunk beds and one upper bunk bed
Outside porthole
Wash basin
Lounge and desk
Cupboard with hanging space
Air-conditioning control
Shared bathroom facilities on same deck
Outside deck accessed via Deck 4
Cabin Size: 10.2 m2
No keel
