Elephant Island,Antarctica

Elephant Island is a remote, beautiful island, covered with ice, in a short distance from the coast of Antarctica. The only inhabitants are penguins, seals and walruses but everything around you will enchant you.The island supports no significant flora or native fauna although migratory Gentoo penguins and seals may be found, and Chinstrap penguins nest in season.The island is well placed to support scientific, fishing and whaling activities.This ice-covered location will pleasantly surprise the winter's lovers!

Antarctic Sound/Peninsula

Antarctic Sound is a body of water about 30 miles (50 km) long and from 7 to 12 miles (11 to 19 km) wide, separating the Joinville Island group from the northeast end of the Antarctic Peninsula. The sound was named by the Swedish Antarctic Expedition under Otto Nordenskiöld for the expedition ship Antarctic which in 1902, under the command of Carl Anton Larsen, was the first vessel to navigate it.

Drake Passage, South America

The Drake Passage is one of the wildest, most remote, and legendary sea crossings in the world. It lies between the southern tip of South America (Cape Horn, Chile) and the Antarctic Peninsula. It spans approximately 800 kilometers in length and about 1,000 kilometers in width, making it the shortest route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

South Shetland Islands

The South Shetland Islands lie north of the Antarctic Peninsula and form a remote archipelago of great scientific and geopolitical importance. Discovered in the early 19th century, they were soon used as a base for whaling and sealing, while today they host several research stations from different countries. Their climate is cold but relatively milder compared to the Antarctic interior, making them more accessible. The South Shetlands combine wild polar nature, glaciers, and rich marine life, attracting both scientists and travelers seeking the Antarctic experience.

West Point Island

West Point Island is a small island in the northwestern part of the Falkland Islands, known for its striking landscapes and abundant wildlife. Despite its small size, it hosts large colonies of seabirds, such as albatrosses and cormorants, nesting on its steep cliffs. The island’s scenery is marked by green hills, rocky shores, and rich vegetation. West Point attracts visitors interested in birdwatching, hiking, and experiencing a pristine, remote corner of the South Atlantic.

Port Stanley, Falkland Island

Stanley or Port Stanley is the capital and only city essentially the Falkland Islands. The Falklands archipelago is teeming with wonders of wildlife and nature experience personal encounters with peguins and pinnipeds or the beauty of delicate flowers. Discover an unpolluted environmernt with fantasically clear blue skies seamless horizons, vast open spaces and stunning white sand beaches. Whether you are looking for adventure or seeking quiter pleasure the falklands are a great place to relax and unwind.

New Island, Falkland Islands

New Island is one of the Falkland Islands. The northern and eastern coasts have high cliffs but the eastern coasts are lower lying, with rocky shores and sandy bays. Long used as a base for whaling and for occasional attempts to collect guano. New Island is considered by some to be one of the most beautiful islands in the Falklands archipelago, as well as having possibly the most diverse range of wildlife in the region. The New Island group has been identified as an Important Bird Area.

Puerto Williams, Navarino Island, Chile

Puerto Williams is a small Chilean town on Navarino Island in the Beagle Channel, often called the southernmost settlement in the world. Remote, windswept and surrounded by the jagged Dientes de Navarino mountains, it serves as a naval base, gateway to Antarctic waters and starting point for rugged trekking in the wild landscape of Tierra del Fuego.

South Georgia

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands are a remote group of islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, belonging to the United Kingdom as an overseas territory and administered by an official based in the Falkland Islands. The landscape is mainly mountainous and glaciated, with harsh weather conditions and strong winds, and the area serves as an important ecosystem for seabirds, penguins, and seals. The region became known in the 19th century through exploratory expeditions and was once a base for whaling stations. Today, it is primarily used for scientific research and environmental conservation, with very limited human presence.

Silver Cloud

As the inaugural ship for Silversea Cruises, Silver Cloud epitomises everything that is Silversea. Designed to provide the most intimate of sailing experiences, a Silver Cloud cruise provides 296 privileged guests with the luxury of space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path. Our shining luxury cruise ship is often described by returning guests as their own private yacht, their home away from home.

Ship's Specifications

Let us take you on a personal journey of discovery. Amid the tranquillity of the sea and the exuberance of distant lands, we will arouse your curiosity and seduce your senses. We will stimulate your imagination and spark new insights. Our aim is to create experiences that will enrich your life for years to come. From the moment you step onboard to the time you say "Arrivederci", our Italian sense of style will shine. The ebullience of our hospitality, the genuine warmth of our service and our evident appreciation of the finer things in life are genial qualities of our founders and owners. They are the principles on which Silversea were founded.

Small is beautiful and bountiful. With fewer guests and a high staff to guest ratio, we can tailor our unobtrusive service to individual needs. And you can join a select on board community of travellers with similar aspirations. The intimate ambience on our shιps has parallels with the atmosphere of a refined club. We are happy to sail against the tide. While most cruise lines build larger and ever-larger ships, we prefer to stay small. In this way we can preserve the special Silversea experience our guests have come to expect ... the intimate ambience, personal service and access to more intriguing secluded ports.

SMALLER GETS YOU CLOSER

Our small ships are agile enough to visit more remote, lesser-known ports and to bring you closer to some of the world's greatest destinations. They can sail up narrow waterways into the heart of a city, they can navigate around tiny islands and they can tie up right at the dock while others must anchor offshore. In the world of upscale cruising, less is more... considerably more, as our seven small ships offer infinite opportunities across all seven continents.

SILVERSEA CLASSIC FLEET

Silver Cloud - 296 Guests Resembling a private yacht, Silver Cloud sets the standard of excellence as the inaugural ship. Recently refurbished in 2012, she provides the most intimate sailing experiences, the luxury of space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path.

Silvel Wind - 296 Guests Embraces Silversea's most lauded features ... fewer guests, more space and highly personalised service. One of the most intimate ships, afloat, she is still large enough to offer multiple entertainment venues, plenty of room on deck and a spacious spa.

Silver Shadow - 382 Guests takes award-winning, all-suite luxury to the next level while maintaining Silversea's genuine hospitality and intimate, elegant ambience. This ship features one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in cruising.

Silver Whisper - 382 Guests Maintaining an intimate ambience offers many amenities usually found only on larger ships. She reinforces Silversea's reputation for combining small-ship service with a choice of wide-ranging facilities.

Silver Spirit - 540 Guests combines our distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle with new enhancements, including six dining venues, an expansive 8,300 square foot spa, a resort-style pool, four whirlpools, and the largest suites in the Silversea fleet - 95% with private verandas.

SILVERSEA EXPEDITION FLEET

Silver Explorer - 132 Guests Designed for navigating waters in some of the world's most remote destinations, including both polar regions, our purpose-built expedition ship can push through ice floes with ease. She offers a level of luxury and service unmatched in expeditiong cruising.

NEW Silver Galapagos - 100 Guests With a proven skill for navigating the waterways throughout the Galapagos Islands, the newest addition to our fleet is naturally suited for in-depth explorations of this spectacular region. Rest assured, she offers Silversea's intimacy and elefgant sophistication.