Schichau Unterwesse · 88m · 1994, refit 2025 · Northern Europe
From €590,000
per week + expenses
01 · The short version
In short
An 88-metre ice-class expedition yacht built for the Arctic and Antarctic: Norway's fjords in summer, the orcas and northern lights of the far north in winter.
02 · Photo essay
03 · Film
ARCTIC
04 · Cabins
Cabin plan from the listing.
05 · Toys and fun
Powered
Inflatables and slides
Under the water
Paddle, sail and surf
06 · Crew and service
28 crew for 12 guests. Nobody waits for a drink, and there is always someone to take the kids off your hands.
07 · Where she goes
08 · Experiences on board
A Norway charter goes well beyond a standard week on board: guided Arctic adventures, cultural visits, orca swimming, reindeer sledding, heli-skiing. Each option below can be tailored to your group's interests and budget. Final pricing is confirmed once your itinerary and group details are finalised.
Classic Charter Experience
The beauty of the Arctic at a more relaxed pace, with the flexibility to chart your own course.
Included
Explorer Experience
The balance of adventure and comfort, with a full-time Arctic guide on board. The guide is what unlocks the best local experiences and hidden gems.
Everything in Classic, plus
Premium Adventure
Everything in the Explorer Experience, plus ice driving on a frozen lake. For those wanting to push the limits in style.
Everything in Explorer, plus
Ultimate Arctic Experience
The full, all-inclusive Arctic charter: every premium element above, with private heli-skiing. The pinnacle for thrill-seekers.
Everything in Premium, plus
Each option can be customised further to suit your group, and pricing can be estimated per person once final guest numbers and your itinerary are confirmed. To make the most of the destination we recommend starting from the Explorer Experience so a private guide is on board.
09 · Read more
10 · Guest book
8 charters, in their words.
“Let me tell you that it has been the best experience of our life, the crew the captain and all the people the best service received as well as the formality and professionalism of Duncan. We must repeat that trip but in another destination. Very happy and grateful to everyone.”
“I don't think there was one moment while onboard that the crew or the yacht did not meet my expectations, in fact, I think she exceeded them. A lot of people assume that an explorer yacht is designed "only" for adventure, but Arctic's cosy interiors and caring crew blew that assumption out of the water!”
11 · About ARCTIC
INTRODUCTION TO ARCTIC
Legendary Heritage, Reimagined.
Originally built as an ice-class salvage tug, ARCTIC has been transformed into an ultra-luxury explorer yacht — a rare fusion of capability, comfort, and timeless style. With a global cruising record that spans Antarctica, the Arctic Circle, and the South Pacific, she offers guests the chance to experience true adventure without ever compromising on refinement.
Designed for extended off-grid travel and equipped with expansive wellness and entertainment facilities, ARCTIC is not just a yacht — she’s a floating legacy. Now available for private charter, ARCTIC invites you to journey further, in a way only she can deliver.
ARCTIC is an 88-metre icon — a true explorer yacht with a story unlike any other. Originally launched in 1969 as an ice-class salvage tug, she was reimagined into a world-class charter vessel capable of reaching the planet’s most remote destinations, while offering five-star comfort along the way.
Her conversion preserved her industrial-strength build — complete with an ice-class hull — while introducing expansive living areas, elegant interiors, and high-end finishes. The result is a yacht that effortlessly blends history, luxury, and rugged capability.
Unmatched Global Cruising Range
With proven performance across every ocean, ARCTIC is designed to go where others can’t. Her long-range autonomy makes her ideal for once-in-a-lifetime adventures in places like Antarctica, Norway, Papua New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands.
Expansive Entertainment & Wellness Spaces
Guests enjoy a private 4D cinema, a massage and wellness suite, gym, Jacuzzi, and an array of indoor and outdoor lounges — perfect for both entertaining and unwinding in total privacy.
Impressive Toy & Expedition Setup
With the largest fleet of tenders in the charter market and an extensive collection of toys — jet skis, kayaks, dive gear, helipad, and space for ROVs or submersibles — ARCTIC is built for explorers at heart. Every experience is guided by a seasoned expedition crew.
Proven Charter Pedigree
Having cruised privately across the globe for decades, ARCTIC now brings her legacy to the charter market. Her experienced, long-standing crew consistently delivers world-class service and unforgettable guest experiences.
Specifications:
Sleeps 12 guests in 7 suites
Steel hull with ice-class certification
Helipad & extensive collection of tenders and toys
Full cinema, wellness zone, and gym
Expedition-ready with global cruising history
ARCTIC is the ultimate expression of adventure and elegance — a rare yacht for those seeking something truly extraordinary.
ARCTIC charters from €590,000 per week, plus running expenses such as fuel, food and drinks, usually paid as an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA). Ahoy Club confirms the exact rate for your dates.
ARCTIC sleeps 12 guests in 7 cabins, looked after by a crew of 28.
ARCTIC is available for charter in Northern Europe. Ask Ahoy Club where she is for your dates.
ARCTIC is a 88m Schichau Unterwesse yacht, built in 1994 and refitted in 2025. Exterior by Kusch Yachts, interior by Oliver Design.
Send Ahoy Club your dates and group size with the enquiry button on this page. A charter broker checks her availability, confirms the rate and sends the charter agreement.
12 · Specifications
*Earn Points: To earn Qantas Points you must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer member. Members will earn 2 Qantas Points per A$1 spent on Australian boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers on Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will earn 1 Qantas Point per A$1 equivalent spent on international boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers with Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will also earn Qantas Points (at the same respective rates) on food and beverage packages added to all bookings. For eligible bookings paid in foreign currency, Qantas Points are calculated based on the total booking price converted to Australian dollars using the exchange rate determined by Ahoy Club at the time of payment. Any Qantas Points displayed during the booking process are estimates only and are calculated using the exchange rate at the date of booking. To earn Qantas Points, a member must add their Qantas Frequent Flyer details to their booking at time of booking. Members won’t earn points if a booking is cancelled prior to departure. If a booking is amended, points will be awarded based on the final total value of the transaction.
Use Points: To use Qantas Points on a booking, members must use a minimum of 4,000 Qantas Points and book the charter via Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days or Floatspace. You must provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at the point of booking. Alternatively, if you are making a booking over the phone after providing the Ahoy booking agent your Qantas Frequent Flyer number and surname. You will then be prompted to select how many Qantas Points you would like to use by clicking on the Qantas Frequent Flyer card in the Qantas App. A member can choose to use Qantas Points to cover the entire value of a booking product or, choose to use a portion of Qantas Points via Points Plus Pay, where the remaining balance can be paid using an accepted form of payment. Members who want to use Qantas Points to cover some or all of their booking total and want to pay a deposit when booking more than 45 days in advance, need to contact Ahoy Club. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions.
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From €590,000
per week + expenses
