Antarctica Cruise Ship: Sea Spirit Information

This elegant cruise ship forges through the icy cold of Antarctica in style. This Sea Spirit is a luxurious ship that gives its guests maximum comfort and privacy. Special stabilizers allow for smooth sailing as the ship rapidly cruises along at 14.5 knots in open waters. The Sea Spirit is the perfect ship if you’re looking to relax and enjoy creature comforts inside while you gaze at the harsh but exquisite Antarctica landscapes outside.

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Description

The Sea Spirit is the essence of floating luxury. Entirely refurbished in 2010 with the best amenities, the boat can accommodate up to 112 passengers in its cozy cabins and lovely common spaces. All passengers will be delighted by the open bar, dining room, spacious lounges, library and game room, gymnasium, and hot tub. The boat also boasts Internet connection in select areas.

The 94 person crew is cheerful and always ready to be of assistance, with expert naturalists and historians on board. There is also a small clinic with a certified doctor in case of emergency, and a professional photographer to make sure you’ll always remember this remarkable experience. There are also 4 partially enclosed lifeboats for the unlikely case of emergency evacuation.

Cabin Amenities

The Sea Spirit’s cabins are among the most comfortable and best equipped among all cruise ships sailing across the Antarctic continent. Regardless of which room type you select, you’ll be sailing with top quality accommodations. Every room comes with either two twin beds or a king sized bed as well as their own private bathroom (with a sink, toilet, and shower), an exterior window view, a refrigerator, a satellite phone, a TV/VCR, a hair dryer, individual temperature control, and storage space. Deluxe cabins and suites are also dotted with private balconies. Note that the smallest cabin is still a spacious 215 square feet (20 square meters).

Ship Characteristics

• Crew: 94 members
• Length: 280 feet (90.6 meters)
• Beam:  50 feet (15.3 meters)
• Draft: 13.6 feet (4.16 meters)
• Speed: 14.5 knots
• Propulsion: 4,720 HP diesel engine
• Equipment: Zodiacs, 4 partially enclosed lifeboats