Overview
The M/V Ocean Nova is a modern, comfortable vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, and her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited to expedition travel in Antarctica. The M/V Ocean Nova has the capacity for 78 passengers accommodated in 38 comfortable outside cabins, all with exterior views and private en-suite facilities. In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, on board facilities include a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a polar boutique, an exercise room and an infirmary with doctor. The ship carries Zodiacs that are well suited for shore transfers and cruising.
Why we like it:
Modern, small and comfortable. Fewer passengers means that you get to know everyone on board by name, making great friendships with fellow passengers and the crew - you’ll be sad to say goodbye to Antarctica and your new mates! The cabins are huge, and a smaller ship means you’ll have shorter ship-to-shore excursions – which is a bonus on cooler days! Head out onto the bridge and hang with the captain, he’s been with the ship a long time, and knows it capabilities inside out - you’re in very safe hands!
FEATURES
Length: 73 metres
Breadth: 11 metres
Draught: 3.7 metres
Speed: 12 knots
CRUISE SPEED: 12 knots
Passengers: 68
Zodiac & RIBs: N/A
Electrical Outlets: N/A
Classification: 1B, EO
Ice Class: Hull Ice 1A
Ship Region:Polar
4 fully enclosed lifeboats,a clinic with on-board licensed doctor.
GALLERY
ITINERARIES ABOARD THE Ocean Nova
FAQS
The health and safety of our guests, employees and the communities we visit are our highest priority. We have implemented the following measures to secure the highest degree of safety on board. Our policies and procedures may be subject to change due to as we monitor the evolving scientific and medical advice.
At home guest preparation: If you suffer from underlying medical conditions that increase your risk of severe illness, you should not travel with us at this time. You should follow the recommendations of the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and ECDC (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control) and consult with your doctor who can assist you in your evaluation. It is also highly recommended that you purchase insurance to cover the risks associated with issues related to Covid-19. Those include, but are not limited to, denial of entry in the country or region of embarkation, medically advised denial of boarding, quarantine requirements either on land or on board the ship, medically advised isolation due to suspected or confirmed Covid-19 infection, and any other issue or risk related to pandemic events. In the absence of insurance coverage, you assume any financial costs associated with such events.
Pre-Departure Safeguards: You may be required to sign an affidavit upon your arrival in the destination country and to comply with other entry requirements. You may also be required to provide proof of a recent negative Covid-19 test. Applicable protocols will be informed closer to the time of travel.
Before undergoing any departure on the Hebridean Sky you will be required to undergo a Covid-19 screening process no matter the departure city of your expedition. You should understand and accept that any infection or suspected infection detected during the screening process may result in denial of boarding for your trip
Onboard Safety: The ship offer spacious panoramic public areas, including our interior hallways, that allow for interpersonal distancing requirements. The use of personal protection equipment (PPE), such as face masks, may be required when interpersonal distancing cannot be maintained. All common areas are thoroughly and regularly sanitized, with specific focus on high-touch points. In addition to daily cleaning, all cabins and common areas undergo deep cleaning and sanitization before and after each departure.
Crew and Staff Safety Measures: All our shipboard teams are required to follow strict guidelines for working on board our ships. A Covid-19 screening takes place well before arrival to the vessel. While on board, our staff and crew follow industry mandated guidelines designed to maintain a healthy ship environment. Our staff and crew are selected according to strict sanitary and medical vetting. They must undergo a preventative isolation period and take a Covid-19 test before boarding.
During any voyage on board the Magellan Explorer there is always a medical doctor on board. In addition, extra crew members with nursing training may be on board to assist in various health and safety functions. On-call service from our medical contractor’s shore-based team is accessible 24/7 to support the ship’s doctor. Extra stock of PPE are available on board in case of need.