Boat "Pavel Bazhov": description, routes, reviews

The motor ship Pavel Bazhov is acruise river ship project № 588 ("Motherland"). Until 1992 it was called "Wilhelm Peak", the German designation is BiFa Typ A, Binnen Fahrgastschiff. He was built at the shipyard in the German Democratic Republic (1960). The vessel is designed in the Soviet Union and belongs to the second passenger class. The model has good seaworthiness and can overcome large lakes and reservoirs. Cabotage can be made in the following directions: Taganrog, Vyborg, St. Petersburg, Perm, Gulf of Finland some other navigation. Consider the technical characteristics and features of the vessel.

History of creation

For the first time the ship "Pavel Bazhov" arrived in the portthe registration of the city of Perm in 1961. A year later, modernization was carried out by replacing the power units with more powerful versions. In the same year, the ship was renamed into the current name. Since 1995, the vessel upgraded the cabins of the third category, and in 2002 the middle deck was redeveloped with the equipment of the multi-seat junior suites equipped with shower, air conditioning, refrigerator and toilet. Since 2013, the ship was at the disposal of the company "Volga", from 2014 to 2016 - stood in the backwater. Since 2017, the ship plans to enter the navigation under the brand "Sputnik RMK" (Volga-Wolga). Under this name the ship is still in operation.

Description

The upgraded ship is designed for 228seats, is equipped with three passenger decks and platforms with children's playgrounds and cabins of different classes. On the main deck there are two and four-berth cabins, a registration center, a common room, a souvenir shop and a canteen for 60 people.

The average deck of the ship "Pavel Bazhov" is equippedsitting area, library, TV, bar. The upper part is occupied by lifeboats and other appliances, as well as a dining room for 60 seats and first class cabins. At the stern there are open "solar" zones, a conference hall for 150 people. All public areas are air-conditioned. The general style of the ship is made in the interpretation of the retro 60's. This gives him even more personality and originality.

Technical specifications

The motor ship Pavel Bazhov (Volga-Wolga) has the following technical parameters:

• The passenger capacity is 231 people.
• Availability of decks - 3.
• The running speed is 24 km / h.
• The power of the power unit is 1.27 kW.
• Number of motors - 3 pieces.
• The length / width / draft is 9580/1430/2450 mm.
• Crew composition - 60 people

The ship in question began to cruise from Perm in 1999. At the same time the ship was equipped with modern navigation equipment.

Features

The features of this ship can be attributedthe absence of a ladder on the port side. Previously, he connected the boat section with the cinema. This decision has allowed to release an additional place for passengers. On the other hand, this creates certain problems related to the fact that it is not possible to go to the cinema. From the side of the street there was only one gangway, which is on the starboard side.

According to the schedule and internal arrange, cabinscaptain and rooms with rooms from 1 to 11 overlapped for the possibility of passage from 11 pm to 7 am. Technical condition of the ship "Pavel Bazhov" can be estimated as good and quite comfortable. As noted by users and experts, the ship under consideration is one of the most well-groomed in its water area. Walking decks are painted blue on a wooden cover. As confirmed by customer feedback, the floor is made qualitatively and smoothly, providing comfortable movement on the deck. Part of the structure is varnished. The ship "Sputnik RMK" is in terms of comfort and equipment one of the best in its class.

Restoration

After the update of the boat "Pavel Bajov" cabinshave been designed in accordance with world-class standards. After renovation in 2015, the vessel received additional equipment, consisting of equipment with additional bathrooms and modernized cabins equipped with all amenities.

Feeding of passengers is organized on the main andmiddle deck. For this, cozy restaurants and cafes are provided. The ship has a children's playground, which will help to organize an unforgettable evening for your kids and teens. In general, not only couples in love, but also families with children can choose a cruise.

The motor ship Pavel Bazhov: reviews

The responses of passengers indicate thatThe quality of service, including the services of waiters, is at the highest level. The staff serves tourists quite quickly, however, the custom system is not used every day. This is due to some nuances of the route. Periodically, the addition and disembarkation of passengers, depending on the direction followed.

As they say, user reviews, cruises from Permthe boat is quite comfortable. On the ship there are two bars, there is enough of the required amount of fruits and vegetables. The work of the cafe is organized in such a way that tourists have constant access to orders. In the rest, there are also no claims from customers.

Routes

Below are the routes and the travel time of the "Satellite RMK":

• Perm - Nizhnekamsk - Yelabuga - Perm (4 days and three nights).
• Tchaikovsky - Sarapul - Nizhnekamsk (Yelabuga) - three days and two nights.
• Perm - Nizhnekamsk - Kazan - Samara (4 days and 3 nights).
• Perm - Volgograd - Kazan (11 days and 10 nights).
• Tchaikovsky - Volgograd - Kazan - Sarapul (10 days and 9 nights).
• Kazan - Perm - Nizhnekamsk (3 days and 2 nights).
• Ulyanovsk - Volgograd (6 days and 5 nights).
• Togliatti - Volgograd and back (5 days and 4 nights).

In addition, this boat "Pavel Bazhov" runs in the direction of Saratov, Ulyanovsk, Shiryaevo, Nizhnekamsk and Usovka.

Services

As additional services are providedmaintenance of payment systems for payment of cellular communication. For a motor ship, the commission for use is 6 percent, which is not so much. As the tourists say, the services of the operator "Smart" on this ship are not paid. The additional services include the possibility of a massage. The price is regulated on the spot. In addition, there is a sauna on the boat.

Cultural programs

The following programs are available for sports and useful classes:

• Morning work-out.
• Classes for oriental and other kinds of dances.
• Intellectual games, including in bars.
• Captain's dinner and the possibility of holding a "Night Rendezvous", of course, for adults.

Cabins

On the boat deck there is a room for 2 people, equipped with a bathroom, toilet, air conditioning and a fridge. You can also note the following nuances:

• Classes of cabins are divided into categories: "Alpha", "Omega", "Gamma", "Beta".
• The middle deck is equipped with several cabins that have hot water supply and can accommodate from 2 to 4 people.
• On the middle part there are cabins 1 and 2 class.
• On the main deck there are 4-bed and 2-bed rooms with hot water. The area of ​​the cabins is from 4 to 6.5 square meters.
• On the lower deck there are cabins from 2 to 4 seats with a total area of ​​up to 5 square meters.

Interesting Facts

Kama River Shipping Company received a motor ship,which was built under the project 588, in less than 72 days. Usually, the implementation of such complexes took at least 90 days. Before this ship, the flagship in its class was "Vladimir Mayakovsky" with four decks.

Based on user reviews, the ship's conditionis good. Separately, people celebrate the well-being of the ship and its original decoration in the style of the 60s of last century. Walking parts are painted in blue, which looks interesting on the wooden surface. All operated parts are lacquered with an anti-slip coating.

Finally

The motor ship "Pavel Bazhov" is a river voyagea ship that for many years gives passengers magnificent views of various coastal cities of Russia. In addition, the ship provides all conditions for the rest of adults and children. All this is important, given the affordability of the price and practical comfort. As evidenced by the reviews of many users, a walk on this boat is acceptable at a cost and is quite relevant in terms of visibility.