Specifically designed for cruising through icy waters, Minerva (formerly Explorer II) is a exploration ship that can accommodate up to 400 guests, but is purposely limited to just 198 guests. The ship is stylish, yet unpretentious. With her gleaming brass, polished wood and works of original art, she's often likened to a country house hotel, and she brings a rare touch of comfortable, informal refinement to Antarctica travel.
Minerva’s accommodations are comfortable in Antarctica. All are oceanview, with a large picture window (porthole in some of the standard categories), and all suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Superior stateroom categories and above have refrigerators and full baths with tubs. Standard staterooms offer baths with showers. Amenities include queen or twin beds, binoculars, TV and radio, hair dryer, direct dial telephone, vanity table/writing desk, and sofa, loveseat or armchair.
| CATEGORY | DECK | CABIN NUMBERS / DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| Owner's Suite (OS) | Bridge | 360 sq. ft. Two Owner’s Suites have private balconies, sitting areas and a separate area with an extra large double closet. |
| Suite (S) | Bridge | 290 sq. ft. Suites have private balconies, sitting areas and two double closets. |
| Deluxe (D) | Promenade |
226 sq. ft. Deluxe Staterooms have sitting areas and two double closets. Some offer pull-out sofa for triple occupancy. |
| Superior (SP) | Promenade | 162 sq. ft. Superior Staterooms have dressing areas and a walk-in closet. |
| A | A |
140 sq. ft Standard Staterooms have single and double closets. Categories B & SA feature double portholes. |
| B | B | 140 sq. ft Standard Staterooms have single and double closets. Categories B & SA feature double portholes. |
| SA | B | 140 sq. ft Standard Staterooms have single and double closets. Categories B & SA feature double portholes. |