MV. Strannik Strannik is a Russian word meaning a wise traveller or wanderer with an enquiring mind travelling in search of knowledge and wisdom.
Unique as the destinations she will voyage to, MV. Strannik has been designed and built to meet the rigorous demands and expectations of the genuine expedition traveller. Commissioned, owned and operated by NZ biologist, historian and adventurer Rodney Russ, a veteran of over 30 years of Expedition Cruising. Combining comfort and style with the realities of expedition travel, MV. Strannik will do what other expedition vessels simply cannot do. MV. Strannik’s shallow draft (relative to other larger expedition vessels) means it will be able to go where others simply can’t, opening up new previously inaccessible areas. A maximum of 12 passengers will be accommodated in private ensuite cabins to destinations that they have only been able to dream about. It is the perfect platform for birders, botanists, researchers, writers, photographers, divers, explorers, marine mammal watchers, artists, families and friends and anybody with an enquiring mind who is looking for a genuine travel experience or research opportunity. MV. Strannik will have a very competitively priced worldwide program with a rich mixture of expeditions that individuals can join plus opportunities for group charters. We welcome all charter enquires from individuals, groups, travel agents, research agencies and the like. Please note: Passengers are not expected to assist with the sailing of the vessel, it is not a sailing vessel, but is a sail assisted motor vessel, the sails add stability and give economy. A fully experienced crew will take care of the ship and the passengers throughout the voyage.
For more information please call +64 3 365 3500
[email protected] www.heritage-expeditions.com
MV. Strannik Strannik is a Russian word meaning a wise traveller or wanderer with an enquiring mind travelling in search of knowledge and wisdom.
Owner
Strannik Investments Ltd
Operator
Heritage Expeditions Ltd
Designer
George Buehler Yacht Design, Seattle, USA
Builder
Sea Horse Marine, 182, Qiaohu Road North, Baijiao Doumen, Zhuhai,
MV. Strannik • will offer travel opportunities to some of the most unique, wildlife rich and remote areas of the planet. • with a max of 12 passengers, participants will spend more time ashore, in the water, or in Zodiacs enjoying genuine and unique encounters with wildlife and cultures.
GD 519125, China Project Manager
Don McIntyre
Survey
RINA
Registry
Cook Islands
Keel Laid
Oct 2013
Completion Date
• offers a participatory experience where participants with shared goals, interests and expectations can come to together as a team for the common good of all. • passengers will be encouraged to advocate for the protection of wilderness and wildlife (both terrestrial and marine) through this shared experience.
Est. July 2016
Vessel Details Length Overall
23.775m
Length Waterline
22.684m
Beam 6.144m Draft 2.450m
• no sailing experience is necessary, this is not a yacht – but a sail assisted motor vessel.
Weight
106.26T
Engine
425 hp John Deere
• is fully stabilised for the comfort and safety of participants.
Cruising Speed
8.5kts
Cruising Range
5,000 nautical miles
• is built to exacting international standards for unlimited worldwide navigation.
Fuel
5,000 gals
Generators
2 x 25kw
• will utilise secondary ports where practical resulting in less steaming time and more time on location.
Sails
Main, Mizzen, Staysail, Genoa
Stabilizers
a)
Fin
b)
Vane
Dive Compressors
2
• will provision locally supporting local economies and ensuring participants eat fresh and healthily. An internationally qualified chef will prepare meals, which will be shared in a team or family like environment.
For more information please call +64 3 365 3500
[email protected] www.heritage-expeditions.com
Zodiacs 2 Passengers
Max 12
Crew
Min 4, max 8
Fresh Water
1,200 gals plus water markers