Why we like the Akademik Ioffe cruise ship
- Built originally for Russian hydrographic research, The Ioffe’s outstanding strength and stability contributes to a more comfortable voyage
- The highest 1A ice class rating with outstanding manoeuvrability from both bow and stern thrusters, and a captain who has been sailing this vessel for over 20 years
- This is a large ship compared with other Arctic ships, ensuring everyone onboard has plenty of space, particularly during wildlife sightings
- The sauna and hot tub are popular hang-outs after landings
- A full time Photographer-in-residence offering complimentary workshops and 1-2-1 tips and guidance. There’s also a multi-media room with dedicated PCs & Macs
Trips aboard Akademik Ioffe
Photos of the Akademik Ioffe
Technical Specifications
- Passenger capacity: 96 passengers
- Ice class rating: Lloyds Register 1A, Canadian Type B
- Size: 117m long x 18.2m wide
- Built in: Finland, 1989
- Other key feature: Top Deck for 360 degree views, Spa and Fitness Room
Cabin Categories
*Note that the above measurements are approximate averages and exact cabin size can vary
All cabins come with a writing desk and chair, a clock radio with iPod connector, and bathrobes.
Captain's Suite
- Located on Deck 5 with double bed, bathtub and opening windows overlooking the bow
- Separate lounge area with sofa-bed, mini-bar and mini-fridge, and tablet with polar literature and various media
- Up-graded bed linen, tea- and coffee-maker and arrival gift basket with wine and healthy snacks
Shackleton Suite
- 3 cabins on Deck 4 and 2 on Deck 5
- Double bed and opening windows
- Separate lounge area with sofa-bed, mini-bar, and tablet with polar literature and various media
- Up-graded bed linen, tea- and coffee-maker and arrival gift basket with wine and healthy snacks
Superior
- All 10 cabins are on Deck 6
- 2 lower berths, windows
- Tea- and coffee-maker, up-graded bed linen
Twin Private
- 2 cabins on Deck 3, 7 on Deck 4, and 12 on Deck 5
- Two lower berths, private bathroom, opening window
- Tea- and coffee-maker
Twin Semi Private
- 2 cabins on Deck 3, 7 on Deck 4, and 12 on Deck 5
- Two lower berths, private bathroom, opening window
- Tea- and coffee-maker
Triple Share
- Both of these cabins are on Deck 3
- Bunk bed, sofa-bed and porthole
- Private, in-cabin washbasin and shared bathroom facilities
Deck Plan
Onboard Communications
If whilst in the Arctic you wish to stay in touch, there are a number of options to choose from:
- Telephone: $30/60minutes (satellite phone card)
- Email service: one-time $30 set-up fee. Email can be accessed through wifi using your own device.
Due to the remoteness of the location, the options available are only suitable for light data traffic, meaning that internet access or the uploading of images is not possible. Email access, however, is still available.
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