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. Fully renovated in 2006, the ship has benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements since then.
The ship´s outside cabins offer three categories of accommodation: dedicated Single Cabins, Twin Cabins, and Triple Cabins.
The ship has a fleet of 7 Zodiacs that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
Ship Specifications
Maximum Number of guests: 67 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: 73.0 m
Minimum age: 8 years old
Minimum age for adventure options: 16 years old for the kayaking program & 12 years old for snowshoeing/hiking
Ship Features
- Glass-enclosed observation lounge and a presentation room
- Spacious dining room
- Bar
- Library with connecting aft lounge
Cabins & Deck Plan
Single Cabin
DECK 3
Single cabins have one lower single bed, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, an individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with a shower.
87 sq. ft / 8 m2
1
1 single
Twin Cabin
DECK 3
DECK 4
Featuring two twin beds or one queen bed (most have two twins), a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, an individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with a shower. Note – in the cabins that do have one queen bed, the bed is pushed up against one of the walls.
106 sq. ft / 10 m2
1-2
2 single or 1 queen
Triple Cabin
DECK 3
Triple cabins feature two lower beds and one upper bed, a picture window, a writing desk with a chair, a wardrobe, an individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with a shower.
1150 sq. ft / 14 m2
3
3 single
Trips and Rates
Single Travelers:
- Can book a dedicated single cabin Single Cabin prices above
- Can book a Twin Cabin for single use at 1.85x the per person share price in Twin Cabins.
- If willing to share a cabin, we can match you with another passenger of the same gender in either a Twin Cabin. Passengers who book a twin cabin on a shared basis are accommodated in single rooms at the hotel in Punta Arenas. Those passengers must pay a Single Hotel Room Supplement which is $790/person for the 2024-25 season and $830/person for the 2024-25 season. Note: Single travelers who use CPAP machines or other assistive devices, as well as those who have conditions that can be disrupting to others (loud snoring, sleepwalking, etc.), can only book their air-cruise in a Single Cabin or a Twin Cabin for single use. They cannot book on a twin-share basis.
Adventure Options:
- Full Kayaking program: $895/person for 2024-25 season & $695/person for 2025-26 season. Experience required, must be booked in advance as spots are limited. Starting the 2025-26 season there will be 2 separate groups of 10 kayakers, with each group kayaking on an alternating basis.
- Snowshoeing/Hiking: $85/person per excursion, only bookable onboard the ship
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Limited | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $15,995 | $18,795 | $26,395 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Limited | Limited | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $15,995 | $18,795 | $26,395 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Limited |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,595 | $15,795 | $21,995 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $11,495 | $13,795 | $17,795 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $11,495 | $13,795 | $17,795 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $11,495 | $13,795 | $17,795 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full |
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Adventure Options
Solo Travelers
An expedition cruise to the Polar regions is a fantastic trip for solo travelers. On most ships, there is the option to share a cabin with another guest of the same gender to keep the pricing down. Solo occupancy cabins are also an option for guests who prefer to have their own space. Please reach out for more information and pricing for solo travelers.
