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MV Nanook

Guests
Length (M)
Knots
Crew
Zodiacs
/
Guides to Guests

Style and adventure

Nanook is an ice-strengthened ocean-going motor yacht. She was previously owned by the Danish Authority before undergoing an extensive conversion into an explorer yacht of the highest comfort. She offers cruise-ship comfort on a small ship, with ensuite cabins and suites, a panoramic lounge and bar with large windows, stylish dining saloon, a sauna, and a jacuzzi.

Lounge area onboard MV Nanook

What we love about Nanook

Dining area onboard MV Nanook

Classic style, modern specs

Constructed in 1968 as a Danish patrol ship, Nanook has a lot of history. But a 2021 refurb means she is built for modern-day expedition cruising.

Lounge area onboard MV Nanook

Welcoming communal areas

With of-the-moment Scandinavian design, the communal areas of Nanook are light, airy, and welcoming.

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Intrepid and strong

Her ice-strengthened hull means Nanook is strong, while her modest proportions make her agile, allowing for intrepid itineraries exploring the Arctic ice.

Lounge area onboard MV Nanook

Room to relax

Despite her small size, Nanook is kitted out with spaces for you to relax in after a long day of exploration, including an on-deck sauna and hot tub.

Sauna area on board MV Nanook

Sauna

The inviting sauna is the place to be after a day of shore landings and Zodiac cruises in the Arctic wilderness.

Dining room onboard MV Nanook
Dining area onboard MV Nanook

Restaurant

Located on the main deck, the stylish restaurant serves top quality food for hungry adventurers – and the panoramic windows make sure you don't miss a thing.

On deck onboard MV Nanook

On deck

The outer deck space aboard Nanook is superb, with covered walkways for quick access to all sides of the ship and a protected observation area on the aft deck ideal for wildlife viewing, even when the weather’s not playing ball.

Cabins

Double/twin cabin

Double bed Twin cabin on board MV Nanook
  • Ensuite shower and toilet
  • Two portholes
  • Wardrobe
Deck
Deck Main
Capacity
2 guests

Single cabin

Single bed porthole cabin on board MV Nanook
  • Ensuite shower and toilet
  • Porthole
  • Wardrobe
Deck
Deck Upper
Area
9m²
Capacity
1 guest

Svalbard

Greenland

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Why Secret Atlas?

There's a certain spirit that yearns to venture where few have gone, to feel the wilder side of life, and embrace the unknown. 

We are guided by that spirit.

We help others discover a world much bigger than the ones they encounter day-to-day, then explore it the way it deserves to be explored – with appreciation, time, and in harmony with nature.

Meet Secret Atlas See Expeditions

The Expedition Micro Cruise concept

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+1 401 324 9959

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Double/twin cabin

Nanook boasts an array of cabins for double occupancy, with some set up for twin beds and others blessed with a comfy double. 

The styling is pleasingly nautical, with lots of blue and white stripes and some vintage detailing around the portholes and windows. 

Each cabin boasts an ensuite shower and toilet, as well as a wardrobe.

Double/twin cabin

In your cabin

  • 220v 2-pin European plug socket
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Shower gel
  • Body lotion
  • Hand soap
  • Towels
  • Bedding and throw
  • Hairdryer
  • Rubber Muck boots (provided by Secret Atlas for the duration of your expedition)
  • Slippers
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Single cabin

A comfy cabin for solo travellers, each single comes equipped with a single bed and a writing desk and chair. 

A nautical theme is artfully woven into the fabric of the room, which culminates in the gorgeous porthole window. 

Each solo cabin comes with its own ensuite toilet and shower. 

Single cabin

In your cabin

  • 220v 2-pin European plug socket
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Shower gel
  • Body lotion
  • Hand soap
  • Towels
  • Bedding and throw
  • Hairdryer
  • Rubber Muck boots (provided by Secret Atlas for the duration of your expedition)
  • Slippers
Single cabin Suite Location

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