World-Voyager Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On March 21, 2026, a 74-year-old American passenger aboard the "World Voyager" tragically passed away just a day after being medevaced due to a severe cardiac incident. The emergency unfolded in the northern sector of the Drake Passage while the vessel was en route to Ushuaia. Given the urgency of the situation, the Argentine Navy initiated a Search and Rescue (SAR) operation from Ushuaia on the morning of March 20, recognizing that the ship’s speed would not suffice to deliver timely medical care to the patient. The ARA “Storni,” commanded by Commander Gastón Fraire, was stationed in Ushuaia as part of its SAR duties and swiftly departed at full speed, equipped with medical personnel and supplies from the Ushuaia Naval Hospital. By the afternoon, the 'Storni' had covered 20 nautical miles into the Drake Passage, where it deployed two rigid-hulled inflatable boats (RHIBs) to assist with the medical evacuation. Upon assessment, the medical team aboard recommended that the patient be evacuated immediately to the 'Storni' using the RHIBs and then transferred to Ushuaia as quickly as possible. Concurrently, the Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) in Ushuaia collaborated with the local provincial government to position a Bell 427 helicopter at Harberton Ranch along the Beagle Channel, although the night-time operational limitations of the aircraft made a timely helicopter evacuation impractical. The 'Storni' continued on its course, dispatching RHIBs to pick up additional medical personnel and equipment from the Provincial Emergency Response Directorate, who had arrived by air. The combined medical teams worked diligently to stabilize the patient. By 10:00 p.m., the Navy vessel arrived back at port, where the patient was immediately taken by ambulance to the San Jorge Clinic for urgent medical attention. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, the passenger succumbed to his condition 24 hours after the evacuation. For further details, including photos, visit the report at: https://www.infofueguina.com/tu-ciudad/ushuaia/2026/3/23/tras-evacuacion-ushuaia-fallecio-pasajero-estadounidense-de-un-crucero-antartico-87059.html

On January 5, 2026, a maritime incident occurred in Ushuaia when the cruise ship 'World Voyager' broke free from its berth in the port due to sustained winds reaching 30 knots and gusts up to 40 knots. The vessel, with its gangway still attached on the starboard side, drifted dangerously before colliding first with the port infrastructure and subsequently impacting the moored cruise ship 'Viking Octantis' (IMO: 9863194) on its starboard bow. Fortunately, the collision occurred above the waterline, preventing any water ingress. The 'Viking Octantis' sustained minor damage to its rear railings, while the 'World Voyager' reported a crack in its bow but no structural harm. Remarkably, no injuries were reported during the incident. After the collision, the 'World Voyager' managed to drop anchor at coordinates 54° 48' S 068° 16 W, before proceeding to Yankee HRB, with an estimated arrival date of January 8. In the meantime, the 'Viking Octantis' departed the port on January 6, heading towards Fournier Bay, also with an anticipated arrival on January 8. The Argentine Naval Prefecture has indicated that a comprehensive report is forthcoming to clarify the circumstances surrounding this incident. Preliminary investigations revealed that a line belonging to the 'World Voyager' broke, leading to the vessel's drift; notably, this was not one of the port's mooring lines. This accident occurred amid a broader inspection by the National Ports and Navigation Agency (ANPYN), prompted by concerns regarding the deteriorating state of Ushuaia's port infrastructure. The agency's inspection uncovered multiple structural issues, including deficiencies in the port's fenders. For further details and multimedia coverage of the event, visit these links: [Link 1](https://dinamicarg.com/impactante-choque-cruceros-puerto-ushuaia/), [Link 2](https://www.surenio.com.ar/ushuaia-fuerte-viento-provoco-una-colision-leve-entre-dos-buques-en-el-puerto/), [Link 3](https://tn.com.ar/videos/sociedad/2026/01/06/video-asi-fue-el-momento-en-el-que-dos-cruceros-chocaron-en-el-puerto-de-ushuaia/), [Instagram Video](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTJMv1rj55N/).

On December 13, 2022, the expedition ship 'World Voyager' played a crucial role in a maritime rescue operation off the coast of Barbados. Responding to an emergency call around 7 a.m. from a distressed sailing yacht approximately 100 nautical miles north, the captain of 'World Voyager' promptly altered the vessel's course to render assistance. By 3:30 p.m., the ship reached the location of the struggling yacht. The four crew members aboard the yacht were successfully transferred onto the 'World Voyager' via a Zodiac, receiving immediate medical attention onboard the ship's hospital. The next day, December 14, they were safely disembarked in Bridgetown, Barbados, where they were handed over to local authorities for further medical assistance. This incident highlights the commitment of maritime crews to ensuring safety at sea. For further details, you can view the report with accompanying photographs here: https://www.reisevor9.de/destinations/nicko-schiff-nimmt-segler-in-seenot-an-bord.