Information about MV Sea Lion and Sea Bird

These sister ships can accommodate 64 guests in 32 outside cabins. The ship has an almost yacht like feel with an informal atmosphere. A lounge with audio visual equipment, bar, library, spacious dining room, observation deck and sun deck. Our expedition equipment includes a fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks, hydrophone, splash–cam, video microscope and guest e-mail stations are used to make the most of your trip.

Operator: ....... Lindblad Expeditions
Flag: ....................................... USA
Built: ................................ 1981/82
Capacity: ................. 64 passengers
Gross tonnage: .............630 tonnes
Length: ...................................46m
Speed: .............................. 11 knots
Currency: ...................... US Dollars

Life on board

Life on board our ships is relaxed and casual. Our aim is to get closer to unique environments and share the experience with fellow passengers. All our voyages have an element of education and our on board lectures are designed to maximise your enjoyment and add to your knowledge about the areas visited and the local fauna and flora.

Flexible itineraries

To take account of the changing weather, sea and ice conditions all our itineraries are flexible and can vary from voyage to voyage. This enables us to make the most of any opportunities that present themselves as well as to react to the local conditions. Any adjustments will be decided locally by the Captain - if necessary in consultation with the appropriate authorities - with safety being the prime concern.

Dress code

There is no need for formal clothing on any of the voyages featured. Comfortable clothes suitable to the area you are travelling in are recommended for excursions and landings. We recommend that you bring casual clothes and comfortable shoes to wear on board and although some passengers may choose to wear smart/casual at dinner you are by no means obliged to do so. Where applicable we will provide you with a list of recommended clothing.

On board lectures

The emphasis of our voyages is on relaxation and on getting close to the nature and wildlife of the areas visited and there is little or no entertainment on board. Depending on your chosen itinerary our experienced expedition teams, guides or lecturers will organise entertaining talks and information briefi ngs on subjects such as wildlife, geology, local history and environmental aspects of the areas visited.

Excursions by Zodiac/Polar Cirkel boats

These sturdy inflatable boats enable both water based exploration and safe landings in otherwise inaccessible areas. You will need to be fairly agile to board these but there is otherwise no need to worry about travelling in them. The crew will show you what to do and as long as you follow their instructions, after a few days it will become second nature.

Medical staff on board

MV Sea Bird and MV Sea Lion have a doctor on board throughout the voyages.

Safety

All ships are fitted with the necessary safety equipment and passengers are required to take part in safety briefi ngs when scheduled.

Smoking

Please note that ships operate a non smoking policy throughout the vessel and smoking may only be allowed in designated areas.