Cruise Ships in Antarctica : Silver Cloud Expedition

The Silver Cloud started life as the flagship cruiser operated by Silversea. She relaunched in 2017 as an expedition vessel after a complete overhaul, where nothing was left untouched. A new bow lets the ship cut through the waves with ease, and the reinforced hull makes her one of the best ships to navigate through ice. On top of these changes, a new observation lounge graces the top deck, and all the suites have been renovated to a high standard.

Silversea prides itself on personal service to the degree the crew will take pains to learn your name. There’s also a Relais & Châteaux restaurant on board, but this is very much an expedition vessel. You’ll have two landings a day (conditions permitting), and a host of specialists to inform you as you go along.

Cabins

These are the most spacious cabins in the expedition fleet, ranging from 22–122 sq m, most with balconies. You’ll also find walk-in wardrobes and particularly comfortable beds (which can be twin or double). The Royal Suite at the front of the ship, with its twin views, is the most luxurious option, and the Veranda Suites represent probably the best value.

Dining

• Buffet breakfast served in La Terrazza restaurant
• À la carte lunch in La Terrazza, the main restaurant or at the Grill bar on deck (weather permitting)
• Buffet dinner in La Terrazza, or à la carte in the main restaurant, at the Grill bar on deck (weather permitting) or at La Dame by Relais & Châteaux (for a small surcharge)
• Food isn’t served to set times, so you can eat at your leisure
• Meals can be ordered to your suite
• Bar serving all-day snacks, tea and coffee

Routes

• Antarctic Peninsula
• Buenos Aires with the Falklands and Antarctica
• The Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
• East coast of Africa

Suggested itineraries

• Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falklands

  Antarctica, Falkland Islands, Argentina

  • Walk from Stromness to Fortuna Bay in the footsteps of Shackleton, Crean and Worsley.

  • See wandering albatross on their nests.

  • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

  • Spend time on deck watching wandering albatross circle the boat whilst keeping an eye open for whales.

  • Kayak or trek in peace through untouched regions.

  • Sit among a king penguin colony with over 100,000 birds.

  24 days from £16,170pp

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• Antarctic Peninsula cruise

  Antarctica, Argentina

  • Sit among a penguin colony.

  • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

  • Spend time on deck watching wandering albatross circle the boat while keeping an eye open for whales.

  • Kayak or trek in peace through untouched regions.

  15 days from £9,480pp

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