SCENIC ECLIPSE For Charter

SCENIC ECLIPSE: private expedition to Antarctica, the Arctic, and beyond on a 168m discovery yacht.

SCENIC ECLIPSE is a 168m discovery mega yacht for charter, built by Uljanik Shipyard in 2018 and available for exclusive private voyage or cabin-by-cabin booking. Accommodating up to 200 guests in 114 all-veranda suites, served by a crew of 176, she combines ice-class capability with a full suite of expedition amenities.

SCENIC ECLIPSE occupies a category of her own in the charter market. At 168m and spanning eight decks, this discovery mega yacht was designed expressly for expedition cruising without concession to comfort: her ice-strengthened hull carries the highest passenger ice class, enabling access to Antarctic and Arctic waters that remain beyond reach for conventional charter vessels, while Zero Speed stabilisers are oversized by 50% relative to comparable vessels to keep the ship steady even at anchor in open water.

The 114 suites range from 32sqm Verandah Suites with private terraces and separate sleeping and living areas, to the Owner's Penthouse suites positioned forward on deck nine, each with a 60sqm outdoor terrace. Larger spa suites include steam showers with light therapy and Philippe Starck–designed king-sized Jacuzzis, while the four Grand Panorama suites offer curved terraces spanning the bow. All suites are furnished with king-sized beds, butler service, and premium linen and toiletries.

Above the accommodation, the onboard amenities span multiple dining venues offering a range of cuisines, bars and lounges, a 240-seat theatre with a resident discovery team: including Antarctic and Arctic specialists, a fully equipped gym, a dedicated yoga and Pilates studio, and a 550sqm spa with plunge pools. The beach club and indoor/outdoor pool on deck seven add further options for relaxed days at sea.

SCENIC ECLIPSE's expedition infrastructure sets her apart. An Airbus H130 T2 helicopter gives access to terrain and wildlife perspectives beyond the reach of any tender, while the Scenic Neptune, a six-passenger submarine capable of diving to 305m, opens up underwater environments rarely seen. 14 Zodiacs, 8 tandem kayaks, and a fleet of e-bikes enable structured shore excursions and independent exploration across every region the yacht visits.

The vessel operates in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe in the summer season, and moves to Antarctica, South America, and Central America in winter, making her one of very few charter yachts to offer credible polar itineraries as an integrated part of her annual schedule. She is available for full exclusive private charter or for cabin-by-cabin bookings on selected itineraries. Given the demand for private polar access at this level, reservations are typically made well in advance.

SCENIC ECLIPSE represents a genuinely different proposition in private charter: a vessel with the amenities of a superyacht, the reach of a polar expedition ship, and the scale to accommodate significant private groups in 114 all-verandah suites.