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Spirit of Enderby
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Spirit of Enderby

  • Expeditionary Ship
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Originally built in 1984, the 236-foot-long Spirit of Enderby was fully refurbished as an ice-strengthened vessel in 2004 and now provides comfortable accommodation for just 50 passengers.

One of the last of the former Russian small research vessels which still service polar waters, she is still run by a Russian crew and boasts a fine reputation for polar expeditionary cruising due to her strength and manoeuvrability. The 24 cabins are simple and vary both in size and amenities (only half have private bathrooms), and there is a bar, a library and lounge, a dedicated lecture room and a fleet of zodiacs for shore excursions.

Onboard experiences

  • Walking and Strolling
  • Snorkelling
  • Zodiac Cruising

Ship Information

Passengers:50
Length:236 ft.
Ice Class:1A
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Heritage Suite

Heritage Suite, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

Has a large lounge area, separate bedroom with double and single bed in the lounge, writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Large forward and side facing windows allow great views.

Mini Suite

Mini Suite, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

Has a large lounge area, separate bedroom with double and single bed in the lounge, writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Mini suites have windows.

Superior Plus Cabins

Superior Plus Cabin, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

Two lower berths, writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. These cabins have windows.

Superior Cabins

Superior Cabin, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

One bunk (one upper and one lower berth), writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. These cabins have windows.

Main Deck Cabins

Main Deck Cabin, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

Two lower berths, writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private washbasin. Nearby shower and toilet facilities are shared with other Main Deck Cabins. These Cabins have a porthole.

Main Deck Triple

Main Deck Triple Cabin, Spirit of Enderby, Antarctica, Russian Arctic

One bunk (one upper and one lower berth) and one additional lower berth, writing desk, wardrobe and drawers. Private washbasin, Nearby showers and toilet facilities are shared with other Main Deck Cabins. These Cabins have a porthole.

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Vessel Ice Rating Comparison Chart.

We use the Llyod Register scale to signify the ice rating of our vessels but you can see how that scale aligns with other scales in the chart below.

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Finland / Sweden
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Finland / Sweden
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Finland / Sweden
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Finland / Sweden
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Finland / Sweden
Category II
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IA Super