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Khlebnikov became an expedition vessel in 1991. Since that date, the icebreaker has earned a reputation unequalled by any other expedition vessel. Kapitan Khlebnikov has garnered more polar firsts than any other passenger ship. Khlebnikov circumnavigated the Antarctic continent, twice. The ship was the platform for the first tourism exploration of the Dry Valleys. The icebreaker has transited the Northwest Passage more than any other expedition ship in history.

Kapitan Khlebnikov retires as an expedition vessel in March 2012, returning to escort duties in the Russian Arctic. This End of an Era is marked by special guests and remarkable itineraries.

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  • Kapitan Khlebnikov Departures between: Aug 2010 to Jan 2012

    Built to escort merchant marine flotillas through the pack ice of the Russian Arctic, Khlebnikov became an expedition vessel in 1991.

    • The End of an Era has begun. Khlebnikov retires as an expedition vessel in March 2012.
    • Only 112 guests.
    • Aerial sightseeing by helicopter.
    • Fleet of Zodiacs for shore transfers.
    • Icebreaker

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    Kapitan Khlebnikov

    • The End of an Era has begun. Khlebnikov retires as an expedition vessel in March 2012.
    • Only 112 guests.
    • Aerial sightseeing by helicopter.
    • Fleet of Zodiacs for shore transfers.
    • Icebreaker
    Kapitan Khlebnikov

    Kapitan Khlebnikov Images

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    Khlebnikov in an ice covered sea.
    Khlebnikov in an ice covered sea.
    The Bar
    Khlebnikov in the Weddell Sea
    The library has a collection of polar themed books.
    Triple Cabin - 719.
    Twin Cabin
    Khlebnikov from one of her onboard helicopters.
    The Auditorium is equipped with an LED projector.
    The Dining Room
    Kapitan Khlebnikov parked in the ice.
    The Auditorium
    The Exercise Room
    A Zodiac transfers guests to land.
    Zodiacs are stored on the bow. Helicopters on the stern.
    TwinCabin - 616.
    Khelbnikov at anchor.
    View from the Flying Bridge
    The Bridge, Kapitan Khlebnikov
    The Bridge.
    Khlebnikov preparing to break ice.
    Khlebnikov's Exercise Room

    Ship Specification

    Staff & Crew
    70
    Guests
    112
    Length
    122.5 meters
    Breadth
    26.5 meters
    Draft
    8.5 meters
    Propulsion
    Diesel Electric Engines - 24,000 horsepower
    Ice Class
    LL3
    Cruising Speed
    14 knots in open water
    Registered
    in Russia by FESCO
    Lifeboats
    4 fully enclosed

    Cabins and amenities

    • 54 cabins and suites with private facilities & exterior views.
    • Twin cabins have one fixed berth and one convertible sofa bed.
    • Triple cabins are identical to twin cabins, with a third pull-down berth.
    • All suites have a sitting room separate from the bedroom, DVD player and television.
    • 2 dining rooms with unreserved seating.
    • 24-hour coffee, tea and cocoa self-service station.
    • Lounge open 24 hours.
    • Bar staffed by a professional bartender.
    • Heated indoor swimming pool, exercise room and sauna.
    • Theater-style auditorium.
    • Onboard gift shop.
    • Library with books and board games.
    • Ship-to-shore communications via satellite.
    • Passenger elevator.
    • Clinic with licensed doctor.

    Interactive Deck Plans

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    Triple Cabin
    1 lower berth, 1 sofa bed, 1 pull-down upper berth, private facilities, opening window, desk and chair.
    Twin Cabin
    1 lower berth, 1 sofa bed, private facilities, opening window, desk and chair.
    Suite
    1 wider bed and sofa bed, private facilities, separate sitting room, 2 opening windows, 2 desks/chairs, table, TV/DVD.
    Corner Suite
    1 wider bed, 1 sofa bed, private facilities, separate sitting room, 4 opening windows, 2 desks/chairs, table, refrigerator, TV/DVD.

    Kapitan Khlebnikov ship plan


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