M/v “Plancius” was built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy and was named “Hr. Ms. Tydeman”. The ship sailed for the Dutch Navy until June 2004 and was eventually purchased by Oceanwide Expeditions. The vessel was completely rebuilt as a 116-passenger vessel in 2009 and complies with the latest SOLAS-regulations (Safety Of Life At Sea). M/v “Plancius” is classed by Lloyd’s Register and flies the Dutch flag.
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Stepping into the Plancius observation lounge on deck five, you’re greeted by a spacious, well-lit area surrounded by wide, thick-paned windows – perfect for taking in the rugged coastlines and glittering, berg-filled bays of Spitsbergen when it’s too cold or stormy to go outside. The lounge is the main gathering place of Plancius, a comfortable yet stylishly designed area with plenty of couches for passengers to kick back in. This comes in handy during briefings and the many interesting presentations given by expedition guides.
The dining area on deck three is similarly sizable, with ample seating at circular tables, allowing you to meet other guests during mealtimes. As for the buffet, it’s as fit for vegetarians as meat-eaters, with a range of options that is impressive for a polar vessel.
There’s also a media room and library where you can peruse polar-related books, upload pictures to the trip log, and check your email if you pay for supplementary Wi-Fi.
You definitely won’t go hungry here Or thirsty. The well-stocked bar is the place to be in the evening, its popularity rivaled only by the nearby coffee machine during the earlier hours of the day.
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Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , December 2019
Dr. Arvind Kumar Abburi India Hyderabad
We had very high expectations and this was meant to be a trip of a lifetime. It ended up being even better than anything we could expect. Michelle and Go Polar went out of their way to ensure that we got a spot on the itinerary of our choice...
Booked Antarctica on Ocean Endeavour , December 2019
Mr. Naveen Aranha India Mumbai
Hello Shanthini, We have returned from our fabulous tour of Antartica. We really appreciate your cooperation in arranging the fantastic tour I must say that you have taken lots of pain to make out this tour in best of everything. In future also whenever we get opportunities to travel then definitely we will approach you as we are 100% satisfied with your services rendered during the marvellous tour.
Booked Antarctica on Silver Cloud Expedition , December 2023
Harish Garg India Hyderabad
Unique adventure to the wonder of nature. Demanding Antarctica adventure made easy by Luxury of the cruise. Can't decide if it was all a dream or a dream which came true. Thank you Go-Polar. Thank you Ponant. Thank you Le Lyrial.
Booked Antarctica on Le Lyrial , December 2023
Vineet Sisodia India Udaipur
Thanks for organising such beautiful tour. Antarctica was my dream destination. Once I had landed in Buenos Aires, every thing moved very smoothly. The arrangement in the trip was much above my expectations. We enjoyed every moment in this trip.
Booked on Roald Amundsen , December 2023
Ratan Purwar India Bhopal
We have travelled Antarctica through Shanthini of GO POLAR during 15th December 2023 to 29th December 2023 by MS Roald Amundsen. The trip was very fantastic and all proper arrangements were there since our check in to Hotel in Buenos Aires in Argentina till we came back to Argentina. We are very grateful to Shanthini for making our trip wonderful and memorable. We will love to have further trips organised by Go-Polar. With best regards. Sunil Athale and Mrs Suhas Athale
Booked on Roald Amundsen , December 2023
Sunil and Suhas Athale India Mumbai
I am very happy to have booked my expedition through GoPolar. I got a great deal with no single supplement. Shanthini patiently answered my million questions and everything went smoothly. Antarctica was a mindblowing experience, a must-do. I hope to book more such adventures with you.
Booked on Fridtjof Nansen , December 2023
Ankita Shah India Mumbai
I’m picking up this opportunity to thank you We all enjoyed our expedition It was soooo beautiful and amazing Special thanks to guide us time and again , to bear with me sometimes ?and the most important choosing right cabins for us.
Booked on Fridtjof Nansen , February 2024
Digant Shah and Family India Surat
Just wanted to let you know that our Svalbard trip was fantastic and everything worked out seamlessly. The cruise experience itself was amazing. The excursions on landscapes seemed out of the world. The veg food was good but we had a hard time making the chef understand pure vegetarian food. If it wasn’t for the pack ice we could have touched 80deg North, we were almost there. Thank you Shanthini for all our arrangements on top of the world.
Booked on Nordstjernen , May 2023
Kalpak Shah India Mumbai
It was one of the best trips I have ever had. It was my first cruise, and the experience is gonna stay with me for my lifetime.
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , February 2020
Mr. Sameer Sapre India Mumbai
I have completed a wonderful and memorable expedition trip to Antarctica. The arrangements were very precise and apt. They filled us with scientific information kept the trip at a research project standered
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , December 2019
Dr. Sasank Ramanavarapu India Vijayawada
Fentastic
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , December 2019
Mr. Naga Venkata Satya Pavuluri India Khammam, Hyderabad
Wonderful trip, everything went on well, I thoroughly enjoyed.
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , December 2019
Dr Surendra Gullapalli India Vijayawada
Marvelous
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , December 2019
Dr. Siva Rama Prasad Lanka India Warangal, Telangana
It was a wonderful experience to be pampered by the Staff The Guides were well informed and explained all details in advance
Booked Spitsbergen on Hondius , July 2019
CV Raju India Coimbatore
We were quite happy with all the cruise arrangements, and saw one of nicest show of northern lights. Michelle handled our booking efficiently and the ship was comfortable.
Booked Norwegian Fjords on Finnmarken , January 2019
Vinod Ratra India Mumbai
We had a truly amazing experience on the ship. The crew on the ship were the best we had experienced.. looked after all our needs..
Booked Iceland on Spitsbergen , July 2019
Mr. Phiroze Panthaki India Mumbai
It was a once in life time experience. Coordination of Shanthini was excellent.
Booked Antarctica on Sea Spirit , November 2018
Ranjit India Cochin
Everything was so perfect ..would love to book the arctic tour someday with you guys again!!
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , November 2018
Mr. Sri Bhargav Dhavala India Jamshedpur
Everything was well planned out by Michelle and we had an amazing trip.. Without any problems..
Booked Antarctica on Midnatsol , February 2017
Mr. Phiroze Panthaki India Mumbai
We had very wonderful and a memorable cruise celebrating New Year on the ship and everything went as planned and it was a perfect winter vacation and a truly excellent experience for us!
Booked Norwegian Fjords on Nordkaap , December 2017
Arun India Mumbai
The voyage was totally satisfactory!
Booked Norwegian Fjords on Finnmarken , February 2016
Dr. Arvind India Secunderabad
We had a super experience.. Which was organised for us.. Our travel plans and the stays were done well and we had an amazing time as arranged by Michelle.
Booked Norwegian Fjords on Richard With , June 2016
Mr. Phiroze Panthaki India Mumbai
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