Hans Hansson

Classic expedition ship for authentic experiences in Antarctica | max. 12 passengers

Hans Hansson

Small expedition ship for big adventures

The Hans Hansson is a highly experienced expedition vessel and provides safe accommodation even in extreme weather conditions.

Her career began as a Norwegian sea rescue cruiser before she was taken over by the Swedish Sea Rescue Service and eventually specialized in exploring remote regions of the world.

Thanks to its robust hull, originally designed for the harsh conditions of the North Sea, it is ideal for demanding expeditions to Antarctica. Fromits deck, you can observe majestic whales and photograph impressive icebergs up close.

Despite its stability and resilience, the Hans Hansson is small and maneuverable enough to navigate into remote bays and narrow passages that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

With a length of 26 meters, it can accommodate a maximum of 12 passengers, guaranteeing a peaceful and personal expedition through the impressive wilderness of Antarctica. This allows you to enjoy the silence and vastness of the ice in a small group, leaving hardly any traces in nature.

Stephanie Gräf

Travel expert, inventia | Travel beyond the ordinary
Specialist in travel to the Arctic and Antarctic.

I am your contact person for questions and bookings relating to the Arctic and Antarctic, and I am delighted that you are one of the few people who are traveling to the ends of the earth.

You can reach me by phone or email:
+49 (0)201 858 90 960
welcome@inventia.de

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Special Interest

A heart for solo travelers!
Solo travelers are welcome and do not incur any additional costs, provided they are willing to share a room with another traveler of the same gender. More offers forsolo travelers.

Onboard amenities

All cabins are outside cabins.
common room
dining room
observation deck
2 Zodiacs for 10 people each (maximum number of participants per trip: 12 people, to ensure sufficient space on each Zodiac)
4 kayaks (single or double use, no previous experience necessary)

ship data

Key data:

Flag: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Year of manufacture: 1960
Maximum passengers: 12
Cabins: 6, all outside cabins
Crew: 7
Length: 26 .50 m
Width: 7.10 m
Draft: 3.40 m
BRT: 145.78
Maximum speed: 11knots
Propulsion: BergenDiesel525 hp variable pitch propeller and Ulstein 100 hp bow thruster
Ice class: IceC
Voltage: 220V (Euro plug type E, conversion strip in every cabin with all plug types)

Good to know:

Language spoken on board: English
Onboard currency: USD, EUR, GBP (GBP only as a digital payment method); Argentine pesos are not accepted
Open bridge
Medical care: No doctor on board, but a doctor on land is available on call.
Rubber boots rental: free use on board (additional rental equipment available before boarding with advance reservation), Plus: Free cap with ship logo to keep!
Internet/WiFi: free5 GB data voucher for internet access via Starlink, additional data vouchers: 100 GB for $150