Ortelius
EXPEDITION (108 GUESTS)
The Ortelius was originally the Marina Svetaeva. Built in Gdynia, Poland in 1989, it served as a special-purpose vessel for the Russian Academy of Science. Later it was re-flagged and renamed after the Dutch/Flemish cartographer Abraham Ortelius, who in 1570 published the first modern world atlas: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum or Theatre of the World. The Ortelius was refurbished in 2019, she can accommodate 108 guests and has an abundance of open-deck spaces for watching wildlife and the impressive scenery as you sail past. She also has the highest ice-class notation (UL1, equivalent to 1A) making her perfect for polar expeditions.
ORTELIUS DATES AND PRICES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
ORTELIUS 2024-25 DATES AND PRICES
Prices in USD$ – per person twin share
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts/Ends | Quadruple Porthole | Triple Porthole | Twin Porthole | Twin Window | Twin Deluxe | Superior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antarctic Peninsula | 30 Nov 2024 | 10 Dec 2024 | 11 | Ushuaia | $7,900 | $9,700 | $9,700 | $10,100 | $10,750 | $15,800 |
| Antarctica - Basecamp | 29 Dec 2024 | 10 Jan 2025 | 13 | Ushuaia | $9,900 | $12,150 | $12,150 | $12,650 | $13,400 | $14,300 |
| Antarctica - Basecamp | 10 Jan 2025 | 22 Jan 2025 | 13 | Ushuaia | $9,900 | $12,150 | $12,150 | $12,650 | $13,400 | $14,300 |
| Antarctic Peninsula | 22 Jan 2025 | 01 Feb 2025 | 11 | Ushuaia | $8,650 | $10,700 | $10,700 | $11,150 | $11,800 | $12,650 |
| Antarctic Peninsula | 01 Feb 2025 | 11 Feb 2025 | 11 | Ushuaia | $8,650 | $10,700 | $10,700 | $11,150 | $11,800 | $12,650 |
| Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia - South Sandwich Islands -incl. helicopters | 11 Feb 2025 | 10 Mar 2025 | 28 | Ushuaia | $24,700 | $31,100 | $31,100 | $32,300 | $33,850 | $35,600 |
| Antarctica – Polar Circle, Deep South Discovery | 10 Mar 2025 | 21 Mar 2025 | 12 | Ushuaia | $7,700 | $9,450 | $9,450 | $10,000 | $10,600 | $11,200 |
| Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Wilkins Ice Shelf | 21 Mar 2025 | 05 Apr 2025 | 16 | Ushuaia | $10,500 | $12,800 | $12,800 | $13,400 | $14,300 | $15,300 |
The single supplement 1.7 x the per person cabin price. Solo travellers also have the option of sharing a cabin with another traveller for no additional cost.
ORTELIUS 2024-25 CRUISES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
ORTELIUS 2025- 26 DATES AND PRICES
Prices in USD$ – per person twin share
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | Ends Dates | Days | Starts / Ends | Quadruple Porthole | Triple Porthole | Twin Porthole | Twin Window | Twin Deluxe | Superior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica | 22 Oct 2025 | 11 Nov 2025 | 21 | Puerto Madryn / Ushuaia | $14,250 | $17,450 | $17,450 | $18,150 | $19,550 | $21,000 |
| Weddell Sea – In Search of Emperor Penguins | 11 Nov 2025 | 21 Nov 2025 | 11 | Ushuaia | $12,900 | $14,750 | $14,750 | $15,300 | $16,350 | $17,150 |
| Weddell Sea – In Search of Emperor Penguins | 21 Nov 2025 | 01 Dec 2025 | 11 | Ushuaia | $12,900 | $14,750 | $14,750 | $15,300 | $16,350 | $17,150 |
| Antarctic Peninsula | 01 Dec 2025 | 11 Dec 2025 | 11 | Ushuaia | $8,050 | $9,800 | $9,800 | $10,250 | $11,100 | $11,850 |
| Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica | 11 Dec 2025 | 29 Dec 2025 | 19 | Ushuaia | $14,500 | $17,600 | $17,600 | $18,400 | $20,000 | $21,400 |
| Antarctica Base Camp | 29 Dec 2025 | 10 Jan 2026 | 13 | Ushuaia | $11,100 | $13,650 | $13,650 | $14,300 | $15,400 | $16,500 |
| Antarctica Base Camp | 10 Jan 2026 | 22 Jan 2026 | 13 | Ushuaia | $11,100 | $13,650 | $13,650 | $14,300 | $15,400 | $16,500 |
| Antarctic Peninsula | 22 Jan 2026 | 01 Feb 2026 | 11 | Ushuaia | $9,250 | $11,400 | $11,400 | $11,850 | $12,800 | $13,750 |
| Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia | 14 Feb 2026 | 13 Mar 2026 | 28 | Ushuaia | $26,500 | $33,000 | $33,000 | $34,600 | $37,000 | $39,000 |
| Antarctica – Beyond the Polar Circle | 13 Mar 2026 | 27 Mar 2026 | 15 | Ushuaia | $10,400 | $12,900 | $12,900 | $13,600 | $14,600 | $15,650 |
The single supplement 1.7 x the per person cabin price. Solo travellers also have the option of sharing a cabin with another traveller for no additional cost.
ORTELIUS 2025-26 CRUISES
ORTELIUS OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Camping
If you’re looking for an experience that truly breaks the mold of traditional cruise activities then why don’t you try one the most unique options: camping under the Antarctic skies. All the equipment you will need is provided for you to be able to experience a night on shore in Antarctica. There is a maximum of 30 passengers per camp.
Complimentary on departures: Antarctica – Base Camp – 24 Nov 2022, 6 Dec 2022
Cost of US$210 per person on: 4 Jan 2023 departure
Kayaking
Immerse yourself in the incredible scenery of Antarctica on-board a kayak. Cruise past ice formations and see wildlife swim past as you glide along.
Complimentary on departures: Antarctica – Base Camp – 24 Nov 2022, 6 Dec 2022
Cost of US$475 per person on: 4 Jan 2023 departure
Mountaineering (Complimentary*)
Mountaineering hikes take you into glaciated areas and lets you travel further and see more then almost anybody else has. Recommended for guests in good physical shape as you will be walking and hiking for four or more hours over rugged terrain. There is a limit of 12 guests per trek.
Complimentary on departures: Antarctica – Base Camp – 24 Nov 2022, 6 Dec 2022
Snowshoeing (Complimentary)
There really is no better way to take in a new place than exploring it by foot. Explore your way inland from the polar shore with a wide variety of snowshoeing expeditions built for everyone.
Complimentary on departures: Antarctica – Base Camp – 24 Nov 2022, 6 Dec 2022
Photo Workshop (Complimentary)
Select voyages have pro photographers on board who are happy to share their expertise with you. Go home with some new shutterbug knowledge and a mitt-full of fantastic photographs. There are two versions of the workshop; the first taking place on board involving lectures and workshops, the second is held during excursions – these land-based sessions are for up to 14 passengers and are more practical with your photo pro helping you adjust to real-life situations such as falling snow, dim light, moving wildlife.
Complimentary on departure: Antarctica – Base Camp – 24 Nov 2022
Polar Diving (from US$700)
Diving under Polar waters is like no other dive – the combination of water, sunlight, and ice formations creates an ever-shifting spectacle of colours. Aiming for 1 or 2 dives per day (depending on weather and ice conditions) you will dive under shallow ice, down along walls, from the beach, or from a Zodiac. You’ll reach a maximum depth of 20 metres. You must be advanced and experienced in dry suit and cold water diving.
Available on departures:
Antarctica – Polar Circle, Deep South Discovery Voyage – 20 Mar 2023
Helicopter Tours (Complimentary)
On Selected Ortelius voyages, helicopters will be used to get even closer to the heart of untouched wildlife and allow you to set foot on some of the world’s most remote landscapes. Take a flight above the ice of the Weddell Sea or Ross Sea and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Antarctic wilderness.
Available on departures
Weddell Sea – In Search of Emperor Penguins – 14 Nov 2022
Ross Sea – 13 Jan 2022, 16 Feb 2022, 14 Jan 2023, 17 Feb 2023
Contact us today
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Ortelius Cabins
The Ortelius quadruple porthole cabins are located on deck 3. Cabin features two portholes, 2 upper and lower berths, private shower and toilet, a flatscreen TV, a desk and chair, telephone and WiFi (supplemented), a hair dyer and a wardrobe.
The Ortelius Triple Porthole cabins are located on Deck 3. There are two portholes, one upper berth and two lower berths, a private shower and toilet, a flatscreen TV, a desk and chair, telephone and WiFi (supplemented), a hair dryer, a cabinet and a wardrobe.
The Ortelius Twin Porthole cabins are located on Deck 3 and Deck 4. They feature two portholes, two single bedS, a private shower and toilet, a flatscreen TV, a desk and chair, telephone and Wifi (supplemented), a hair dryer, cabinet and wardrobe.
The Ortelius Twin Window cabins are located on Deck 5. They feature two windows, two single beds, a small sofa, private shower and toilet, flatscreen TV, a desk and chair, telephone and WiFi (supplemented), a hair dryer, cabinet and wardrobe.
The Ortelius Twin Deluxe Cabins are located on deck 5. They can accommodate up to two guests featuring – three windows, two single beds, a sofa, private shower and toilet, Flatscreen TV, a desk and chair, telephone and WiFi (supplemented), refrigerator, coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, cabinet and wardrobe.
The Ortelius Superior cabins accommodate up to 2 guests and are located on Deck 5. They include 2 windows, a double bed, sofa, private shower and toilet, Flatscreen TV, desk and chair, telephone and WiFi (supplemented), refrigerator, coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, cabinet and a wardrobe.
Deck Plan
Ship Details
Dining Room
Lecture room
Medical Centre
Observation lounge/Bar
Observation Deck
Voyage aboard the Ortelius as indicated in the itinerary.
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
Group transfer from the vessel in Bluff to the airport in Invercargill, on Ross Sea Voyage from Ushuaia to Bluff
Group transfer from Kelvin Hotel in Invercargill to the vessel in Bluff, on Ross Sea Voyage from Bluff to Ushuaia
During voyages to the Ross Sea and the Weddell Sea – In Search of Emperor penguins: ship-to-shore helicopter transfers (with no specific amount of helicopter time guaranteed).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
AECO fees and governmental taxes.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.
Staff and Crew: 50
Guests: 108
Dimensions: Length: 90.95 m Beam: 17.2m
Ice Class: UL1 (equivalent of 1A)
Speed: 10.5 knots maximum
Built: 1989, refurbished 2012
Operator: Oceanwide Expeditions