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M/V Grigoriy Mikheev & Aleksey Maryshev
The ‘Grigoriy Mikheev & Aleksey Maryshev’ are modern and comfortable research vessels of the Hydrographic Institute of St. Petersburg. Built in 1990 in Finland, the ships were converted in the Netherlands for passenger use and are now ideally suited to expedition cruising. They have a range of 70 days independent operation and are ISM
certified.
The vessels are strongly built of steel with an ice-strengthened hull, perfect for the polar seas. They are manned by an enthusiastic Russian crew of around 20, all highly experienced in ice navigation. Russian captains are recognised experts in polar navigation.
All of our international expedition leaders and lecturers are highly knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated to the protection of the environment.
The ´Grigoriy Mikheev & Aleksey Maryshev´ have large bridges (where you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing areas. They carry a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise inaccessible areas.
Excellent cuisine, prepared by international chefs, is served in the dining room, which also acts as the lecture room. Other public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and sauna.
The Cabins
The ‘Grigoriy Mikheev & Aleksey Maryshev’ provide accommodation for 46 travellers in 23 comfortable twin and superior cabins.
Superior cabins - DECK 4
3 Superior cabins on deck 4 with a double bed and a single sofa-bed, a private bathroom with shower, sink and toilet. A sitting area with a desk, Coffee and tea facilities, refrigerator and windows.
Twin private cabins - DECK 4
8 Cabins on deck 4
with a private bathroom with shower, sink and toilet, upper and lower
berths, a desk, ample storage space and windows.
Twin private cabins - DECK 3
6
Cabins on deck 3 with a private bathroom with shower, washbasin and
toilet, upper and lower berths, a desk, ample storage space and windows.
Twin non private cabins - DECK 3
6
Cabins on deck 3 with upper and lower berths, a desk, small washbasin,
ample storage and hanging space and portholes. Shared shower and toilet
facilities are conveniently located on the same deck.
All cabins are outside, with a desk, windows and ample storage space.
Public Areas
The Grigoriy Mikheev & Aleksey Maryshev have cosy bars where you can read and relax
and have a drink. There are plenty of interesting books about the history, flora and
fauna of the areas we visit.
The sauna is always warm and accessable for everybody, which is always a wonderfull
treat after an exciting day in the cold!
The ships deck space give you first class wildlife viewing and great opportunities to spot
whales, birds and other interesting sightings.
It’s an awesome feeling to sit in bright sunlight on the topdeck in the middle of the
night and enjoy the beautiful scenery around you.
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Technical Data
Length: 66 m (210 feet)
Breadth: 12.8 m (42 feet)
Speed: 12.5 knots
Departures
The GRIGORIY MIKHEEV and ALEKSEY MARYSHEV offers itineraries from November 02, 2008 - March 10, 2009. |