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Introduction
The sister ship to the Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle, the Douglas Mawson features the same cutting-edge design, superior comfort and environmentally friendly technology.
Maximum passengers: 130
This vessel honours the legendary Australian geologist and explorer, Sir Douglas Mawson. Like the Greg Mortimer and the Sylvia Earle, the Douglas Mawson features the same revolutionary X-BOW® design, an inverted bow concept which results in smoother sailing and increased efficiency. Rather than rising over and then dropping onto waves like a traditional ship, the X-BOW® cuts through the swell, minimising vibrations, allowing for quicker transits through waves, whilst helping to reduce fuel consumption.
The vessel also features the same environmentally friendly virtual anchoring technology, in which GPS and high-tech steering are used to hold position rather than using a traditional anchor. This ensures that the delicate sea floor remains undisturbed and undamaged. Reduced emissions into the air and sea, lower energy consumption, high fuel efficiency, reduced light pollution to minimise wildlife disruption and lower on-board plastic use are all in place to reduce the Douglas Mawson’s impact on the environment too. The ship is also operated by a certified B Corporation, who have made a legal commitment to balance purpose and profit. They must meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
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Other innovative features of the ship include world class return-to-port safety equipment, which duplicates the propulsion system, enabling the ship to maintain operating systems in the event of engine failure. There are four sea-level Zodiac launching platforms, designed for speedy embarkation to help maximise time ashore. With a wide range of activities offered on board, the vessel includes a mudroom and a spacious activity preparation area alongside a separate activity launch platform.
The distinctive glass atrium lounge at the front of the ship has huge windows allowing for stunning panoramic views. It’s the perfect place to sit with a drink and take in the passing scenery or watch for wildlife. Other high quality facilities include a state-of-the-art lecture theatre, science centre, multi-media room, observation lounge, library and restaurant. A Wellness Centre (featuring gym equipment and sauna) and a heated saltwater open air swimming pool, plus two outdoor Jacuzzis allows for maximum relaxation in between landings.
Guest cabins offer exceptional comfort and many feature full length window or private balconies, ideal for keeping an eye out for passing wildlife. There are also two lounge/bars with floor to ceiling windows, and plenty of outside deck space.
Purpose built single cabins are also available featuring porthole windows.
Ship Features
- Cabins with private ensuite bathrooms and ocean views
- X-BOW® and virtual anchoring technology
- 4 Zodiac platforms plus separate activity platform
- Mudroom
- Environmentally friendly features
- Observation lounge & Glass Atrium lounge
- High-tech lecture theatre
- Library
- Science Centre for Citizen Science projects
- Two restaurants
- Gym
- Sauna
- Heated outdoor saltwater swimming pool and two outdoor Jacuzzis
- Expedition jacket – yours to keep
- Loan of rubber boots during voyage
- Optional activities such as kayaking available on selected departures
- Registered Ice Class 1A
Why choose the Douglas Mawson?
The state-of-the-art Douglas Mawson offers up comfort and style alongside unique design and environmentally friendly technology. This vessel is perfect for those wanting to combine an active and exciting Polar adventure with some on-board creature comforts.
Cabins
Cabin Options
Aurora Stateroom Single: one single berth, with exterior porthole and private bathroom, on deck 3
Aurora Stateroom Superior Single: one single berth, with exterior porthole and private bathroom, on deck 3 and 7
Aurora Stateroom Triple: three lower single berths, with exterior porthole and private bathroom, on deck 3
Aurora Stateroom Twin: two lower single berths or one double bed, with window and private bathroom, on deck 3
Aurora Stateroom Superior: two lower single berths or one double bed, with French balcony and private bathroom, on deck 7
Balcony Stateroom C: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on deck 4 and 6
Balcony Stateroom B: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on decks 4 and 6
Balcony Stateroom A: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on decks 4 and 6
Balcony Stateroom Superior: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on decks 4 and 6
Junior Suite: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on deck 7
Captain’s Suite: two lower single berths or one double bed with large window, balcony and private bathroom, on deck 4
Single travellers
Quad, triple or twin share cabins are available (on a same gender basis)
Citizen Science
Get involved and give back by participating in various Citizen Science projects, both on and off the vessel. Make a difference by helping various scientific organisations through participating in ongoing investigations devoted to research in remote places like the Polar regions.
Take the opportunity to join in with data collection off the ship, where you can engage in a number of unique projects, from surveying seabirds and studying phytoplankton, to tracking whales and mapping weather patterns. Afterwards, return to the Douglas Mawson’s well equipped on-board Science Centre to analyse the data you and your group have collected.
The projects are informative, interactive, and fun! There are multiple chances to actively collaborate and your on-board Citizen Science Coordinator will be on hand to assist you with the projects being conducted on your voyage.
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