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Hondius

3 reviews | 202° place out of 737
89.38
Hondius
Details
  • Shipyard Brodosplit Shipyards
  • Year 2019
  • Length 108.00 m
  • Beam 18.00 m
  • Tons 6,300 gt
  • Decks 5
  • Cabins 82
  • Passengers 164
  • Crew 76
  • Crew/Pax ratio 1 : 2.16
  • Currency USD
  • Language English
  • Flag Netherlands
Description

Hondius is the world's first registered Polar Class 6 ship, capable of meeting Lloyd's Register's latest and highest standards for cruise ships sailing through ice. The Hondius features a cruising style with the most direct contact with the places visited, mainly the Arctic and Antarctic, but also provides an extremely comfortable environment with great attention paid to service.
Oceanwide Expeditions' new ship has been designed with the highest respect for the environment: it uses LED lighting, steam heating, biodegradable paints and lubricants and state-of-the-art power management systems that keep fuel consumption and CO2 levels to a minimum.
Gabriele Bassi

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Noah e @Noah85 Contributor (4) 11/03/2025
88.43

An Unforgettable Expedition on the Oceanwide Hondius

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Aboard the Oceanwide Hondius, I experienced an unparalleled expedition cruise. This ship perfectly blends adventure with comfort, offering spacious, well-equipped cabins and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The crew was exceptional, providing personalized service throughout the journey. The ship's focus on exploration was evident, with expert guides leading us on thrilling excursions to remote, pristine destinations. Whether navigating icy waters or enjoying the ship’s cozy lounges, every moment was memorable. Ideal for those seeking both adventure and comfort in the heart of nature.

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Antarctic/Artict
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Cruised (8 days)
Language
English
Period
Feb 2025
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
United Kingdom
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Kai O @kaiortel Expert Contributor (11) 04/01/2024 Cruises Expert
93.78

Hondius (Kurztrip Vlissingen - Aberdeen)

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Großartige fachkundige Expedition Guides, familiäre Bord-Atmosphäre, offene Kommandobrücke, Schiff der kurzen Wege

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Positionierungskreuzfahrt, die eigentliche Expeditionskreuzfahrt begann erst in Aberdeen.

Cruising area
Europe Positioning
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Cruised (2 days)
Language
German
Period
Jun 2023
Who cruised?
Single
Nationality
Germany
Ports of call: Vlissingen, Aberdeen.
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Freddy M @BritishCruiser Contributor (5) 24/04/2020
85.93

First Antarctica experience: a cruise on board the Hondius

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Our first Antarctica experience, on board the new expedition vessel Hondius, from the Oceanwide Expeditions fleet. Incredible landscapes, awesome service, perfect and friendly guides. Also good food and wines onboard. Service on the Hondius is simply perfect, with great cruise staff and wonderful interiors. An experience we will never forget.

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Antarctic/Artict
Experience
Cruised (11 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Dec 2019
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Couple
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United Kingdom
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