BAZILEUS comes from Australia: she was launched in 1987, in Fremantle. The yacht was built to a design by Ron Holland, a famous ship designer from New Zealand: a steel hull, a convenient layout, powerful rigging — all that makes her a perfect fit for long-haul expeditions.

Initially BAZILEUS was a part of a fishing fleet, later she was used by dive charters — that is why the yacht is equipped with a hydraulic tender lift to set boats and equipment afloat smoothly.

At the end of 2019 the owner made some hull maintenance and painted the deck, and in 2022 BAZILEUS joined the RUSARC fleet to conquer polar latitudes and our guests' hearts.

The guests are accommodated in the following cabins:

• one double master cabin aft;
• two double cabins;
• one double cabin with a bunk bed.

The yacht is equipped with:

• 2 heads;
• 2 showers;
• 2 walk-in fridges;
• a washing machine and a dryer;
• hot water supply and heating in all the areas;
• a 3kW inverter;
• a 220V diesel generator;
• 3 solar panels;
• a hydraulic tender lift;
• a controllable pitch propeller;
• satellite communication;
• navigation and life-saving equipment.

The yacht is ready for going on polar expeditions under any weather conditions. A landing boat is available for smoother disembarkation.

Our time-tested and reliable team made of the captain, a first mate and a cook will be there for you throughout the whole expedition.