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Icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov
Russian icebreakers are considered to be among the best and most powerful in the world – and the Kapitan Khlebnikov is an outstanding example. Built in 1980 and launched a year later by the world’s leading builder of icebreakers - Wartsila Company of Finland – the Kapitan Khlebnikov was designed for challenging sea conditions in north Siberia.
Since its original refurbishment in 1992, it has been sailing with adventurous travellers to some of the most remote corners of the world. No other expedition vessel has navigated more polar waters and, in 1997, it became the first ship ever to circumnavigate Antarctica with passengers.
Refurbished to accommodate passengers in 54 first-class outside cabins and suites, the Kapitan Khlebnikov is extremely comfortable. All cabins feature private facilities, two lower berths (one fixed berth and one convertible sofa bed), a desk and large closets. Public areas include two dining rooms, a lounge and bar, well-equipped auditorium, indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. Views are excellent from the Navigation Bridge. Our ship also has a library of polar books and videos, a shop, a passenger elevator and a small infirmary with a western doctor.
International Cuisine
European chefs prepare varied international cuisine using fine provisions from around the world. A European barman attends the popular forward lounge, which features a well-stocked bar with a good selection of your favorite spirits, wine and champagne.
Expedition Staff, Officers and Crew
Our icebreaker is staffed by Russian officers and crew, all highly experienced in polar navigation. Russian captains are recognized as the world experts in icebreaker operations. The voyage is directed by an expedition leader and staff chosen for their local knowledge and experience.
Unique Zodiac and Helicopter Excursions
Zodiac landing craft take us along seabird cliffs and to remote beaches. In addition, our ship generally carries helicopters for ice and wildlife reconnaissance. The aerial views of polar landscapes and our ship as it breaks through the pack ice are astounding. Our vessel may not carry on board helicopters for all voyages. In some cases local helicopters may be used. Please refer to itineraries for details. The exact make and model of helicopter will be determined prior to the voyage.
Technical Gear
With 24,000 horsepower, a 45mm-thick icebreaker hull GRT of 12,288 tons, we navigate high latitude waterways closed to conventional shipping. Our vessel is equipped with the latest satellite navigation and communication equipment, including convenient Inmarsat telephone and facsimile.
Icebreaker
Kapitan Khlebnikov
A World Class Icebreaker with First Class Accommodations
The Kapitan Khlebnikov is a Russian Soviet Era Icebreaker, typical of the type. She was built for working in Arctic waters during winter around Siberia, in particular to help keep shipping lanes open for other shipping.
She is one of four Kapitan Sorokin class diesel electric ice-breakers built in Helsinki by the Wärtsilä company. She was launched in 1980 and is designed to operate in temperatures down to -50°C.
Currently she is operated by a shipping company based in Vladivostok. The collapse of the Soviet Union meant that such assets as ice breakers could be chartered out for hard currency. In 1990 The Kapitan Khlebnikov was refitted for use as a tour ship in the Arctic and Antarctic. She now has the fittings and facilities that would be expected of a ship fulfilling that role. She can berth 114 passengers looked after by 60 officers and crew.
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