When you’re ready for a vacation that’s really “out there,” no other ship can deliver like the Kapitan Khlebnikov. Combining sheer power (24,000 hp to be precise!) and onboard amenities that will pleasantly surprise you, the Khlebnikov has taken passengers on many one-of-a-kind and first-ever voyages to the extreme corners of the planet. Semi- and full-circumnavigations of the Antarctic continent, visits to emperor 
penguins colonies in the Weddell Sea and on Snow Hill Island, as well as trips far into the High Arctic waters of Canada and Greenland are all “in a day’s work” for the storied Khlebnikov.
Perched high on the ship’s bridge (open to passengers most of the time) you’ll marvel at the ease with which the Khlebnikov crushes a swath through meter-thick ice pans. Where other ships must turn around, the Khlebnikov plows forward through ice-choked waters, taking up to 108 passengers to remote fjords, channels and shores where precious few, if any, people have ever visited. And, with its on-board helicopters and fleet of Zodiacs, the range of possible destinations to explore is expanded even further. Helicopters are used for ice navigation, scouting landing sites, “flightseeing” and to land passengers in out-of-the-way places. Zodiacs whisk passengers ashore to observe wildlife and explore and archaeological and historical sites.
If you’re not impressed by its power and ability to go where other adventure cruise ships simply can’t, the level of comfort in your cabin and the ship’s public areas likely will. Originally commissioned to open shipping lanes in northern Russia, the Khlebnikov has undergone substantial renovation over the years resulting in a world-class passenger cruise vessel with 
creature comforts you’re sure to appreciate. All of her cabins are large, roomy and outside with private facilities. While passengers tend to spend few waking hours in their cabins—there’s simply too much to do and see!—when you do head for the privacy of your cabin, you’ll be treated to a comfortable bed, hot shower, writing desk, porthole and plenty of stowage space for your gear.
When not going ashore or enjoying an informative lecture in the Khlebnikov’s large presentation theater, the ship’s lounge and library are convivial gathering places where passengers recount their daily experiences, share digital photos with others, read, play card games and enjoy snacks and beverages. During “at sea” days, these areas are especially appreciated with passengers alternating time between them and stepping outside to keep watch for wildlife and passing scenery on the ship's many viewing decks.
Meals aboard the Khlebnikov are always a special time where passengers relax and get acquainted with fellow travelers over outstanding meals prepared by European chefs. In general, breakfasts are served buffet-style, while lunches and dinners are served by an 
attentive waitstaff.
The ship’s dress code is strictly casual, though there is one occasion for passengers to don slightly (and we emphasize slightly!) more formal attire: the Captain’s dinner, which usually takes place on one of the first few nights of cruising. Men may elect to wear a jacket and tie and women a dress or skirt—but this is entirely optional and more casual attire is not at all out of place.
The Khlebnikov has a modern presentation theater that can seat all passengers. Here, lectures on wildlife, natural history, archaeology and exploration history are given by the ship’s expert staff. Additionally, we meet in the theater after shore excursions to review, and elaborate on, everything we saw that day—a highly enjoyable and informative part of each cruise. In the evenings, feature-length movies and documentaries may be shown in the presentation theater.
SHIP SPECIFICATIONS
Staff and Crew: 70
Passengers: 108
Length: 122.50 meters
Breadth: 26.5 meters
Draft: 8.5 meters
GRT: 12,288 tons
Propulsion: Diesel-electric engines, 24,000 total horsepower
Ice class: LL3
Open water cruising speed: 15 knots
Registry: Russia