Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that it is currently building Atlas Adventurer, its first-ever luxury expedition sailing yacht, which will enable the cruise line to host larger incentive groups.
The new Atlas-class vessel will be an eco-friendly exploration yacht with hybrid propulsion that is purpose-built for global exploration. The yacht will feature advanced marine systems and will be equipped with three carbon masts and solid sails. When conditions at sea and with the wind permit, these components will enhance its operational efficiency and enable zero-emission cruising, allowing for a silent presence on the water.
The 26,000-gross-ton luxury yacht will measure 690 feet in length and will accommodate up to 400 guests supported by a crew of 275. It will feature all-suite accommodations across every category, as well as seven dining venues, including specialty restaurants and a new culinary studio for hands-on learning and destination-inspired programming. The yacht will also feature five lounges and cocktail bar social spaces, along with two outdoor bars. Additionally, there will be an expanded fitness and wellness center, a large swimming pool, and purpose-built expedition capabilities, including Zodiacs, luxury motorboats, and a marina platform with an ocean pool for water-based exploration.
“This new Atlas-class sailing yacht represents the next step in our growth,” said James A. Rodriguez, President & CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages, in a press release statement. “It allows us to expand our destination footprint into regions our guests have been asking us for, while further solidifying Atlas’ position within the luxury expedition cruise category. As our brand continues to evolve, this vessel is a powerful expression of where we are headed: thoughtful growth, intentional design and deeper global exploration.”
Beginning in late 2028, Atlas Adventurer will explore destinations across Asia, including Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, and Africa, including Seychelles, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya, Mozambique and South Africa. Further details, including suite designs, onboard experiences, dining concepts and day-by-day itineraries are anticipated in the coming months.
“Incentives are known for that higher end, more luxurious, more innovative and unique offering, while at the same time being more sustainable,” says Robert Cao, Vice President, Charter & MICE, Atlas Ocean Voyages. “So there’s a lot that is going to appeal and draw the attention of some of the organizations that are looking for that kind of experience.
“Our Explorer class fleet has a real sweet spot in terms of size with fewer than 200 guests, but with the Atlas Adventurer class, 400 guests is our next sweet spot. We’re catering more to clientele with a larger organization or who want to do a bigger type of event or a full ship charter. The larger ship opens the door for us to host more incentive groups by having more onboard venues in terms of dining.
“There are going to be seven dining venues on board, which opens up the possibilities for incentive groups to do dine arounds, which is something that we’re somewhat limited by today with the Explorer class because we’ve got an amazing restaurant that changes themes throughout the cruise, but it’s still only one venue. We also have more categories of suite accommodations, which opens up the door for what are called multi-tier incentives where you have different levels of incentives all within one event.”
For more information, visit AtlasOceanVoyages.com/Atlas-Adventurer.
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