Ocean Nova

  • Capacity for 78 guests

  • Compact, cozy, and charming

  • Designed for efficiency, functionality, and connection with nature

  • Custom-built for ice-choked waters

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Deck Plan

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Cabin Categories

  • Cabin Category 6
    Single
    Upper Deck

  • Cabin Category 5
    Superior Twin
    Upper Deck

  • Cabin Category 4
    Bridge Deck Twin
    Bridge Deck

  • Cabin Category 3
    Upper Deck Twin
    Upper Deck

  • Cabin Category 2
    Bunk Bed Twin
    Upper Deck

  • Cabin Category 1
    Triple
    Upper Deck

Food on Board

Ocean Nova Food HR 44

Enjoy open-seating meals in the roomy restaurant, surrounded by ocean views. Adventure Canada expedition team mingle with guests to share their expertise and swap stories over meals.

Breakfast and lunch include a wide variety of tasty and healthy choices. Globally inspired a la carte suppers offer options to suit every taste, including fish and vegetarian options. Desserts, made fresh daily, are a highlight! Food sensitivities, special diets, and personal choices can be accommodated with advance notice.

Life on Board

Ocean Nova Lifesyle HR 15

Imagine waking up to breathtaking sea views through your cabin windows, each one whispering promises of adventure. Built in Denmark in 1992 for Greenland’s icy waters, this compact ship sails with a lighter carbon footprint than most expedition vessels. Its crown jewel? A glass-enclosed lounge with sweeping 200-degree views—a cozy perch for whale watching and seabird spotting. Prefer the great outdoors? The open decks are a dream come true for photographers and scenery enthusiasts. On the Ocean Nova, every moment connects you to nature, each other, and the thrill of discovery.

From Ship to Shore

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Thanks to the Ocean Nova’s intimate group size and our seamless operations, hopping into one of our eight Zodiacs is a breeze—rain, shine, or snow. With the ship’s shallow draft and ability to anchor close to shore, you’ll spend less time ferrying and more time exploring. Need to head back to the ship mid-excursion? No problem. Simply return to the landing site, and we’ll whisk you back in no time. More adventure, less waiting—that’s the Ocean Nova way!

Facilities

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Panoramic Lounge

Primary meeting room, presentation space, and concert venue with a full bar, 24-hour beverage station, and ample seating. Enjoy forward-facing views while gathering for entertainment, talks, and relaxation.

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Aft Saloon

Cozy lounge ideal for small gatherings or quiet reflection. Unwind with serene views from the ship’s stern.

Ocean Nova Restaurant HR 9

Dining Room

Open-seating dining room offering three daily meals with scenic views through large picture windows.

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Library

Shipboard library with comfortable seating, perfect for quiet reading and relaxation.

Additional Facilities

Technical Details

  • Capacity:

    78 passengers

  • Crew:

    32

  • Registry:

    Bahamas

  • Type of vessel:

    Passenger cruise ship

  • Ice Class:

    1B

  • Polar Code Category:

    C

  • Year built:

    1992, Orskov Christensens Staalskibs, Denmark

  • Length:

    73 metres (249.5 ft.)

  • Breadth:

    11 metres (36 feet)

  • Draft:

    3.51 metres (11.5 feet)

  • Main Engines:

    1 x MAN B&W Alpha: 6L28/32A (1470 kW)

  • Auxiliary Engines:

    2 x Scania DI12 45 M (206 kW)

  • Propellers:

    1 x AB Alcometaller Controllable Pitch Propeller

  • Maneuvering Speed:

    5 knots

  • Economical Service Speed:

    10 knots

  • Full Speed:

    13 knots

  • Thruster (fwd)

    1 x Brunvoll Controllable Pitch Thruster (154 kW)

  • Thruster (aft):

    1 x Brunvoll Controllable Pitch Thruster (167 kW)

  • Electricity:

    380 / 220 V @ 50 Hz

  • Total Capacity:

    134 Persons

  • Lifeboats:

    2

  • Life Rafts:

    4

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