The Spirit of Enderby is an excellent ship for expedition travel in the polar regions. With only 48 passengers, the expedition staff and crew focus on getting passengers ashore as often as possible in the safest and most comfortable way possible.
The ship was refurbished in 2004 and offers very comfortable cabins and public spaces and features excellent cuisine prepared by top New Zealand and Australian chefs.
Spirit of Enderby cruises are led by some of the most experienced naturalists and guides, who have devoted a lifetime to field research in the areas where the ship travels. The ship is crewed by a very enthusiastic and experienced Russian Capitan and crew.
The Spirit of Enderby measures 72 metres in length and is fully ice-strengthened. Powered by two 1,560 horse power diesel engines. it is capable of speeds of up to 12 knots. What makes this expedition vessel absolutely unique is the equipment we carry including a fleet of Zodiac landing craft and two specially-designed Hovercraft which allow to travel over the ice and explore areas where other ships cannot visit.
The name Spirit of Enderby honors the work and the vision of the Enderby Brothers of London. The Enderby Captains were at the forefront of Antarctic exploration for almost 40 years in the early 1800’s. It also celebrates Enderby Island, arguably the greatest Subantarctic Island in the world.