Antarctica Cruises
Sylvia Earle
State of the art style and technology on the ice
The Sylvia Earle honours highly accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer Dr Sylvia Earle. As the first female chief scientist of the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the vessel pays tribute to Dr Earle’s long-standing conservation efforts for marine protected areas and ocean wildlife.
The vessel has been purpose-built for undertaking expeditions to some of the most remote places on Earth. The revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW will allow it to cross oceans more efficiently. The Sylvia Earle boasts numerous observation decks from where you can marvel at the scenery you slip past.
The 70 comfortable cabins can accommodate up to 132 guests. In addition to inviting communal areas, there is a modern lecture lounge, zodiac launching platforms, a restaurant, a gym and a wellness centre.
There are variety of activities to fill your days, both on board and on land.
Highlights
A dedicated science education area
Wellness and Fitness centre onboard
A hearty restaurant
State of the art navigation and stabilising systems
70 comfortable and spacious cabins
Several exciting activities such as kayaking and snow shoeing
The impact of your stay:
- As a guest, you are directly contributing to vital conservation and climate change education efforts through their partnership with numerous non-profit organisations.
- Your stay helps to fund the Women in Conservation programme onboard the Sylvia Earle ship. This programme honors inspiring female conservationists from around the world and provides fundraising opportunities for related organisations.
- For their voyages in Greenland and the Northwest Passage, they have partnered with the Oxen Network as part of their Community Ambassador Programme to bring local Inuit guides on select itineraries. Your journey onboard helps support the inclusion of local expertise.
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