S/Y Icebird (13N)
Built in 1999, the sailing yacht Icebird is a highly specified Van de Stadt 61 built by the Trintella Shipyard in the Netherlands. She is an extremely strong, heavy-duty expedition yacht that will carry her guests in luxury, safety, and speed, worldwide from the Arctic ocean to the tropic islands of the South Pacific and on to Antarctica. The enclosed pilothouse provides comprehensive navigation, pilotage, and monitoring systems and keeps the sailor in heated, air conditioned, dry comfort. A large garage in the aft compartment allows plenty of storage for a large aluminum hulled rigid inflatable boat, as well as skis, kayaks, dive gear, and other equipment for making the most of the exciting destinations you'll be visiting.
Overview
Built in 1999, the sailing yacht Icebird is a luxury expedition yacht features a 60 foot deck, and 3 guest cabins. Ideally suited to chartering in Antarctica with an ice reinforced aluminum construction, 6 water-tight compartments and a heated double-glazed pilot house saloon, offering panoramic views of the spectacular scenery scrolling past as the yacht is underway. Icebird is insulated throughout, and climate controlled with reticulated hot water radiators and air-conditioning. Even the 2 onboard washrooms have heated towel rails. A large garage in the aft compartment allows plenty of storage for a large aluminum hulled rigid inflatable boat, as well as skis, kayaks, dive gear, and other equipment for making the most of the exciting destinations you'll be visiting.