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Akademik Sergey Vavilov - aka VAV - was built in Finland in the late 1980s for the Russian Academy of Science. The ship's original mission was to perform sensitive hydro-acoustic ocean research. As such, she is exceptionally quick, quiet and stable. Vavilov is recognized as one of the finest exepedition ships to ever sail the polar seas, and we're delighted to offer you a berth on this exceptional vessel.

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  • Akademik Sergey Vavilov Departures between: Jun 2012 to Sep 2012

    Built in Finland in the late 1980s for the Russian Academy of Science, Akademik Sergey Vavilov's original mission was to perform sensitive hydro-acoustic ocean research. As such, she is exceptionally quick, quiet and stable.

    • Intimate viewing of Arctic wildlife, icebergs and more
    • Kayaking and camping options ramp up the adventure quotient
    • 2 fully enclosed lifeboats for safety in all conditions
    • Unmatched stability and superior speed means efficient time at sea
    • Onboard gym, two saunas and library allow you to relax between shore visits
    • Comfortable, friendly atmopshere: Just 107 guests

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    Akademik Sergey Vavilov

    • Intimate viewing of Arctic wildlife, icebergs and more
    • Kayaking and camping options ramp up the adventure quotient
    • 2 fully enclosed lifeboats for safety in all conditions
    • Unmatched stability and superior speed means efficient time at sea
    • Onboard gym, two saunas and library allow you to relax between shore visits
    • Comfortable, friendly atmopshere: Just 107 guests
    Akademik Sergey Vavilov

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    Twin Cabin 401, with Semi Private Facilities.
    Twin Cabin 401, with Semi Private Facilities.
    The Sauna
    Superior Suite, Cabin 332
    Suite 419.
    Twin Cabin 510 with private facilities.
    Vavilov's Bar
    Dining Room
    Triple Cabin 327 with shared facilities.
    Akademik Sergey Vavilov at Anchor.
    Presentation Room
    The Bridge of Akademik Sergey Vavilov.
    Twin Cabin 310 with shared facilities.
    The Library
    The Deck
    Akademik Sergey Vavilov
    Cook Suite, Cabin 521.

    Ship Specification

    Staff & Crew
    53
    Guests
    107
    Length
    117 meters
    Breadth
    18.2 meters
    Draft
    6.0 meters
    Propulsion
    Diesl Twin Engines 6,700 horsepower
    Ice Class
    L1
    Cruising Speed
    13 knots in open water
    Registered
    Russia
    Lifeboats
    2 fully enclosed

    Cabins and amenities

    • All cabins have exterior views.
    • One dining room with unreserved seating.
    • Lounge and bar, open in the afternoon until late evening.
    • Library with a collection of polar-themed books.
    • Ship-to-shore communications via satellite.
    • Clinic with licensed doctor.
    • Exercise room, sauna and plunge pool.
    • One elevator between decks 1 and 5.

    Interactive Deck Plans

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    Triple Cabin - Shared Facilities
    1 upper and 1 lower berth, sofa bed, washbasin in the cabin writing desk and porthole
    Twin Cabin - Shared Facilities
    1 upper and 1 lower berth, washbasin in cabin, writing desk, porthole
    Twin Cabin - Semi-private Facilities
    1 sofa bed, 1 lower berth, writing desk, window
    Twin Cabin - Private Facilities
    1 sofa bed, 1 lower berth, writing desk, window
    Superior Cabin
    2 lower berths, writing desk, porthole
    Suite
    1 double berth in a separate sleeping area, windows, 1 sofa bed, private facilities with bathtub, desk/chair, TV/DVD
    Cook Suite
    1 double berth in a separate sleeping area, 1 sofa bed, private facilities with bathtub, desk/chair, TV/DVD, windows

    Akademik Sergey Vavilov ship plan


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