The Havila Jacuzzi
- RetiredCormac
- Aug 5
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 7
This is a great place to hang out at any time of year - warming in the chilly weather conditions of a winter cruise, and a welcome vantage point in the summer months of endless sunshine. There are two on each ship - the plural of jacuzzi is jacuzzis isn't it?
TL;DR
The setup of the Jacuzzis is the same on each ship. In this blog post, we'll delve into the jacuzzis available on Havila ships, describing the set up and how they tend to be used.
The jacuzzis on Havila Voyages ships are modern in design. There is a central short stair case, then small deck, with a step into a jacuzzi on each side. They are sheltered from the wind with a glass surround, they have controllable jets, and are lit with colourful lights at night.
Enjoying a jacuzzi while on board is not to be missed.
Unfortunately I didn't get a photo of the jacuzzis. The changing rooms are the same as used for the saunas - so separate for both male and female.
Location and Practical Advice
Here is the information that I wanted to see before boarding the ship;
There are two saunas on deck 8
Anyone can use either of the two jacuzzis. We felt that one was sometimes warmer than the other.
Advertised as open between 06:00 and 24:00, but closures could take place for maintenance or very adverse weather. I sat in it during rain, sleet and snow - and loved it.
The changing area contains the sauna, a large shower area, and 8 lockable cabinets
You can reach the sauna changing area by either of two doors - internal and external, making it both accessible from within the ship and from the outside deck
Its a 6 to 8 metre walk from the changing rooms to the jacuzzi
The area is shared with sauna users
They jacuzzis are free to use - no reservation is required
There is a spectacular view
Each jacuzzi will fit 4 comfortably, up to maybe 6 or 8 if you are friendly
Using the Havila Jacuzzi
Besides the sauna we also enjoyed spending time in the Jacuzzi, here are my tips;
Ensure its warm - stick your hand in before you get changed
Have a shower before entering
Combine the experience with the sauna
Wear a swimming costume.
Towels are available from guest services.
Suite guests have robes and slippers supplied. Cabin users could pack robes - but personally I feel this is unnecessary.
Wear a beanie hat
Warm up in the sauna before and after the walk to the Jacuzzi
Stay hydrated and don't use the jacuzzi if you have been drinking alcohol
Final Thoughts
The jacuzzi on Havila Voyages ships are a great place to relax. We loved that we could sit and watch the stars on the winter trips that we've done. No experience of how it might be during the summer months.
Make sure to set aside time during your journey to have a jacuzzi - especially when the sun goes down - its a lovely relaxing and refreshing thing to do.
Happy travels!
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