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    Discoverer

    Polar Latitudes Expeditions is proud to announce the addition of a new expedition vessel to its fleet: the newly renamed Discoverer, formerly known as Exploris One. The ship will join Polar Latitudes Expeditions’ Antarctic program beginning with the 2026/27 season, replacing Seaventure, which will transition to full operation under 66 Expeditions. Discoverer joins the Polar Latitudes Expeditions family, following a majority acquisition by its parent company. “By replacing a chartered with an owned vessel, we again underline our vision, having superior control of our expedition product and therefore also creating the best potential expedition experience for our customers,” says Anders Kristensen, Chief Commercial Officer of Polar Latitudes Expeditions. In addition to operating under the Polar Latitudes Expeditions brand in Antarctica, Discoverer will also sail under the Heritage Expeditions banner in other global regions, further underscoring the ship’s versatility and expedition pedigree.

    Specifications

    • Crew: 107
    • Guests: 140
    • Year built & Shipyard: 1989, Rauma, Finland
    • Zodiacs: 12
    • Length: 108 m
    • Bream: 16 m
    • Draught: 4.38 m
    • Ice-Class: Class 1A
    • Propulsion: Wärtsilä diesel engines (2 × 2250 kW)
    • Maximum Speed: 14 knots
    • Stabilizers: Yes
    • Refurbished: 2018 & 2023

    Services

    • Certified Emergency MD and Clinic
    • World Class Cuisine and Live Entertainment
    • Complimentary Coffee/Tea station
    • Voyage Photographer
    • Dedicated Passenger Service Manager
    • Complimentary Expedition Jacket
    • Complimentary minibar
    • Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages with Meals
    • Toiletries

    Facilities

    • Wellness Center — sauna, steam room & treatment room
    • Fitness Center with ocean views
    • Outdoor Jacuzzis on Deck 6
    • Observation Lounge with panoramic windows
    • Lecture Theater
    • Restaurant, Bar & Outdoor Grill
    • Boutique & Library
    • Expedition Office & Mudroom
    • Elevator serving all passenger decks

    Deck Plan

    Deck 3

    Porthole Stateroom (302-305) | Ocean Stateroom (306-325)

    Deck 4

    Solo Vista Stateroom (401-405) | Vista Stateroom (406-429)

    Deck 5

    Balcony Stateroom (500/01/06/07/08/09/12/13) | Discovery Suite (502/03/04/05/10/11)

    Deck 6

    Observation Lounge | Lecture Theater | Wellness Center | Outdoor Grill | Jacuzzis

    Deck 7

    Grand Suite (700/701) | Navigator Stateroom (702/703) | Owner’s Suite (704/705)

    Cabins

    Owner's Suite

    67m² (728ft²)
    2 guests
    Private balcony with outdoor seating
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Marble bathroom with full tub & separate shower
    Walk-in closet
    Writing desk & vanity area
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Deck 7 – Mid

    Grand Suite

    57m² (618ft²)
    2 guests
    Private balcony with outdoor seating
    Separate sitting area
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Marble bathroom with full tub & separate shower
    Walk-in closet, writing desk & vanity area
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Deck 7 – Fwd

    Navigator Stateroom

    37m² (400ft²)
    2 guests
    Private balcony with outdoor seating
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with full bathtub and separate
    shower
    Deck 7 – Fwd

    Discovery Suite

    39m² (422ft²)
    2 guests
    Two Juliet balconies with glass doors
    Comfortable sitting area with convertible sofa
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Marble bathroom with full tub & separate shower
    Writing desk, vanity area and fitted wardrobe with
    personal safe
    Deck 5 – Mid

    Balcony Stateroom

    19-20m² (206 – 216ft²)
    2 guests
    Juliet balcony with glass doors
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with shower
    Deck 5 – Mid

    Solo Vista Stateroom

    16-18m² (175-190ft²)
    1 guest
    Large ocean-view window
    Queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with shower
    Deck 4 – Fwd

    Vista Stateroom

    18m² (192ft²)
    2 guests
    Large ocean-view window
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with shower
    Deck 4 – Fwd & Mid

    Ocean Stateroom

    14-15m² (157-167ft²)
    2 guests
    Large ocean-view window
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with shower
    Ample storage space
    Deck 3 – Mid

    Porthole Stateroom

    14-15m² (157-167ft²)
    2 guests
    Two portholes
    Twin beds or queen-sized bed
    Sitting area with writing desk
    Fitted wardrobe with personal safe
    Marble bathroom with shower
    Deck 3 – Fwd

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