A Zodiac boat is an inflatable boat that is commonly used for transportation and exploration in polar expeditions and cruises. The boat is made up of inflatable pontoons that give it buoyancy and stability, and a rigid floorboard that provides a solid surface for passengers to sit on. The pontoons are chambered, so even if one or more compartments are punctured, the boat can remain afloat. Zodiac boats are designed to be durable, stable, and maneuverable, and can access shallow waters or water with obstacles such as rocks that would likely damage a less-hearty metal or fiberglass hull.

Zodiac boats are commonly used for transporting passengers and staff to remote landing sites in the wild polar environment where no port facilities exist. They are also used for "Zodiac cruises," where passengers embark on the boats in small groups for a tour of the areas natural features and a closer look at the wildlife. Zodiacs are also a great platform from which to load kayakers into their kayaks.

Zodiac boats are inflatable and have a rigid hull and inflatable pontoons that double as seating. They are nigh-impossible to sink, maneuverable, and adept at nosing up to treacherous terrain. Zodiac boats are typically open-air, which makes them ideal for exploration by water, such as whale-watching excursions or sightseeing trips along rocky coastlines.

In summary, a Zodiac boat is an inflatable boat that is commonly used for transportation and exploration in polar expeditions and cruises. It is designed to be durable, stable, and maneuverable, and can access shallow waters or water with obstacles. Zodiac boats are typically open-air and have a rigid hull and inflatable pontoons that double as seating.