Minerva

Minerva

In March 2012 the ‘all new’ Minerva has returned to embark on an exciting new chapter in her distinguished history as a leading discovery cruise ship.

A visionary multi-million pound upgrade has created more balcony suites than ever and expansive new public areas, giving passengers all that they love about Minerva and much, much more..

  • 32 existing cabins have been extended with new balconies, creating a total of 44 balcony cabins (23% of passenger accommodation)
  • All 181 passenger cabin facilities have been updated with new en suite facilities
  • A new wrap-around panoramic Observation Lounge, the Orpheus Lounge and Bar, at the forward end of the Promenade Deck
  • The Shackleton Bar has been extended into a horseshoe shape allowing passengers additional space
  • A new walk around promenade Deck has been laid at the top of the ship
  • The former cinema has been upgraded to an additional lounge, the Livingstone Lounge
  • The internet area has been relocated to the port side of the ship and now boasts a total of six terminals
  • A new Salon Centre and Gymnasium have been created at the aft end of Aegean Deck
  • The aft end of the new Sun Deck has been extended with teak decking to create an additional, sheltered outside space for relaxation
  • A new canopy around the pool area on Bridge Deck now provides protection from the sun and an enhanced space for dining alfresco and enjoying late evening entertainment

 

 

Dining

  • Main Dining Restaurant
  • Veranda Dining Room

Entertainment

  • Darwin Lounge / Lecture Hall
  • Wheeler Bar
  • Shackleton’s Bar
  • Cinema

Onboard Activities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Gymnasium
  • Sauna & Spa Services 
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library / Card Room 
  • Smoking Room
  • Boutique and Gift Shop
  • Photography Services

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage12,449 Tonnes
Star RatingTBA
Size/Style of ShipMid-Size
Entered Service29/04/1996
RegistryThe Bahamas
Former NameN/A
Length133.2 metres
Beam20.1 metres
Draft5.8 Metres
Propulsion/PropellersNA
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)14
StabilizersRetractable fins
Passenger Capacity (twin)350
Crew160
Nationality of OfficersBritish/European
Nationality of CrewFilipino/Ukrainian
Total CabinsTBA
Total Inside cabins 
Total Outside cabins 
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 
Passenger Decks6
Cabin Electricity110v
Elevators2
Self-Service LaundryYes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)