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Ocean Nova – Fly the Drake

Ocean Nova is a sturdy and nimble expedition vessel. This ship was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. It has an ice-strengthened hull that is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica.

This classic boutique vessel carries just 70 guests allowing passengers to maximize time on shore without having to wait your turn.

All five cabin categories feature windows with exterior views, sitting area with a chair & table, independent temperature controls, toiletries, hair dryer and bathrobes.

The ship has a fleet of 7 Zodiacs that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.

Ship Specifications

Maximum Number of guests: 70 on air-cruises

Expedition Staff & Crew: 46 

Ice Class: 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A)

Cruising Speed: 12 knots in open water

Year Launched: 1992

Length: 240 feet (73 m)

Minimum age: 8 years old

Minimum age for adventure options: Please enquire

Ocean Nova Cabins & Deck Plan

Comfort Twin

Comfort Twins are the largest cabins on Ocean Nova. They feature two twin beds, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, two wardrobes, and a private bathroom with a shower. There are just four Comfort Twins on the ship.

1150 sq. ft  /  14 m2

2

2 single

Explorer Double

Featuring one queen bed, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a private bathroom with a shower. Note – the bed is pushed up against one of the walls.

106 sq. ft  /   10 m2

1-2

1 queen

Explorer Twin

The most abundant cabin category on Ocean Nova featuring a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower.

106 sq. ft  /   10 m2

1-2

2 single

Classic Twin

The three Classic Twins feature one upper berth and one lower berth, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower.

87 sq. ft  /   8 m2

1-2

2 single

Ocean Nova Single cabin with 1 twin bed and window.

Classic Single

Single cabins have one lower single bed, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower. There are only 2 Classic Single cabins on the ship.

87 sq. ft  /   8 m2

1

1 single

Trips and Rates

Voyage Season: April – September 2026 Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 April – September 2027 Oct 2027 – Mar 2028
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Adventure Options: 

  • Paddling: US $350/person – booked in advance, paid onboard the ship
Cabin Category
Classic Twin
Explorer Twin
Explorer Double
Comfort Twin
Classic Single
Per Person Price in USD$13,495$14,995$14,995$16,295$17,295
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Discounted Per Person Price$11,471$12,746$12,746$13,851$14,701
AvailabilityOpenOpenFullOpenFull
Cabin Category
Classic Twin
Explorer Twin
Explorer Double
Comfort Twin
Classic Single
Per Person Price in USD$14,495$15,995$15,995$17,295$18,295
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Discounted Per Person Price$12,321$13,596$13,596$14,701$15,551
AvailabilityOpenOpenOpenOpenLimited
Cabin Category
Classic Twin
Explorer Twin
Explorer Double
Comfort Twin
Classic Single
Per Person Price in USD$13,495$14,995$14,995$16,295$17,295
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Discounted Per Person Price$11,471$12,746$12,746$13,851$14,701
AvailabilityOpenOpenOpenOpenLimited

Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.

Solo Travelers

Are you traveling alone? Solo travelers have the following options:

  • Can book a dedicated Classic Single at prices listed above
  • Book a solo occupancy Classic Twin cabin at Classic Single rate
  • Book into a Explorer Twin share cabin and be matched with another traveler of the same gender
  • Explorer Twin, Double & Comfort Twin cabins can be booked at solo occupancy at 2x the per person price
Guest photographic an iceberg from deck of ship.