M.V. Karina
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The M.V. Karina is a pleasure cruise ship owned by Captain Stephen Carter of the Laxey Towing Company offering seasonal trips around the island with full commentaries.
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Brief Factfile
- Launched: 17th June 1946 named "May Queen"
- Maiden voyage: 27th July 1946.
- Dimensions: Length 66ft, Breadth 14.9 ft, Depth 5.7 ft
- Construction: Carvel planking, laid over oak frames.
- Power: Diesel engine @ 127 bhp at 1,500 rpm
- Cruise speed: 9 knots
- Capacity: 100 passengers and 5 crew
Miscellaneous
Brought to the island in 2001, renamed "Karina" after a Manx built ship of 1913. Fully equipped with the latest safety equipment, toilet, snack bar, covered saloon accommodation and large open deck space. Private parties and charters welcome.
Updated details about cruises and times are published on IOM Pleasure Cruises.com (see External Link below), blackboards near departure points and in Isle of Man Newspapers.
Routes
Most trips start from the Villiers Steps near the Bottleneck Car Park on Loch Promenade in Douglas or the Battery Pier steps in Douglas Harbour.
Single and return trips are available to Laxey, Port Soderick, Ramsey, Derbyhaven, Castletown and Dhoon Bay.
Contact Details
Telephone: 493592, 617436 or 861724.
