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m/v Plancius

Oceanwide Expeditions

Plancius is Oceanwide’s most longstanding vessel, a classic choice for some of the most popular polar voyages. Originally built as an oceanographic research vessel, Plancius was converted into a comfortable expedition ship carrying 108 guests in 50 cabins, with a strong focus on educational programming and wildlife observation.

Cruise Ship

108 guests

49 crew

89m length

Amenities & Features

Observation lounge

Lecture room

Dining room

Medical clinic

Photo Gallery

m/v Plancius Deck Plan

Small Ship Cruises on m/v Plancius

39 cruises available

Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop

From

A$15,225

Ushuaia → Ushuaia

Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 08 Jan 2027

Antarctica - Discovery and learning + Long hikes

From

A$14,475

Ushuaia → Ushuaia

Antarctica - Discovery and learning + Long hikes

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 08 Feb 2027

Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop

From

A$15,225

Ushuaia → Ushuaia

Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 18 Feb 2027

Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

From

A$13,800

Ushuaia → Ushuaia

Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 02 Mar 2027

Antarctica - Elephant Island, Weddell Sea, Polar Circle

From

A$17,250

Ushuaia → Ushuaia

Antarctica - Elephant Island, Weddell Sea, Polar Circle

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 12 Mar 2027

Atlantic Odyssey incl. Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

From

A$25,718

Ushuaia → Praia, Cape Verde

Atlantic Odyssey incl. Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

m/v Plancius

Next departure: 26 Mar 2027

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