Akademik Shokalskiy

Aurora Expedition’s is pleased to present Akademik Shokalskiy – our newest vessel and sister ship to our famed Polar Pioneer. Designed and built as an ice-strengthened research ship in Finland in 1982, she has explored much of the world’s polar waters. Fully refurbished in 1998, the ship provides simple yet comfortable accommodation for a maximum of 54 passengers. Her excellent reputation for polar expedition cruising is due to her strength, manoeuvrability and size.

Our highly experienced Russian captain and crew are among the best ice navigators in the world. The spacious bridge is always open to us and decks are ideal for viewing the dramatic polar landscapes and wildlife. All cabins have outside portholes and ample storage space, whilst the public areas include a lounge bar, a lecture room/library, sauna, medical office and dining rooms . Meals are wholesome, delicious and prepared by Western chefs, while Russian stewardesses attend the dining room. The vessel is also equipped with a small fleet of inflatable Zodiacs ensuring easy travel from ship to shore.

Cabins

The Captain’s Suite: Double bed in separate room, plus foldout couch that can be used as a single bed; forward and port windows; lounge and table area; fridge; TV; video player and private bathroom, with shower, toilet and washbasin.

The mini Suite: Double bed in a separate room, foldout couch that can be used as a single bed, TV, DVD player, windows, desk, and private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin.

Quad Private: Two upper and lower bunks, window and private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Suitable for a family of four or a group of friends travelling together.

Twin Private: Two bunks, a desk, windows and private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin.

Twin Public: Two bunks, desk, small washbasin, ample storage & hanging space, couch and a porthole. Showers and toilets are close by and are shared with other Main Deck cabins.

Triple Public: Two lower bunks and one upper bunk, desk, small washbasin, ample storage and hanging space and portholes. Showers and toilets are close by and shared with other Main Deck cabins.