Silver Explorer - Arctic Ship
Why we like the Silver Explorer
- The most comfortable and luxurious ship in Arctic waters
- An unparalleled staff-to-guest ratio of almost 1:1
- A small ship experience but actually very spacious on-board
- High A1 ice class rating with active stabilisers for comfort in high seas
- Outstanding cuisine through the operator's partnership with Relais & Chateaux
- Comfortable all-suite cabins with a range of choices depending on whether space or access to an exterior balcony is more important
- Interconnecting cabins for families
- All drinks included, apart from specialist wines and spirits
- Complimentary 24-hour room service
Photos of Silver Explorer
Beautifully designed vessels to the highest standards of comfort
Time to unwind after a day out exploring
Relax with spa treatments onboard
Never miss a minute of iceberg spotting
Voyages aboard Silver Explorer
Sailing on board the luxurious Silver Cloud you will explore Svalbard keeping your eyes peeled for polar bears before heading south to the beautiful Jan Mayen Islands. You’ll then have time exploring Iceland’s dramatic coast.…
- 14 Days
- $13,015
A spectacular journey onboard a stunning ship. You will experience the majesty of eastern Greenland, visit ancient Viking remains in southern Greenland and explore the ice of the west coast. All this will be done in serious luxury…
- 13 Days
- $15,388
Alex says
What most struck me about my time on Silver Explorer was the smiley staff - discreet, yet ever attentive - and just how dangerous an unlimited supply of champagne could be! With this level of comfort and service, the worst part of the voyage is having to get off at the end.
Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica
Onboard Communications & Facilities
If you wish to stay in touch, even in the Arctic, you can choose from the options below:
- Internet & wifi: $30/1 day; $50/2 days; $250/1000min
- Ship-based email: available for a nominal fee
- Satellite phone card: available for purchase
- Mail: prior to departure, you will receive a list of port addresses where your mail can be delivered; mailing services are available onboard
- Fax: fax reception is complimentary, transmissions are available at an additional cost. B&W printer is also available.
Please note that this is only for light data traffic and that the above prices are only approximate. You can check your personal emails using the onboard computers to connect to the Internet and also by connecting to wifi to use your own device. The ship is reachable via e-mail or phone. Mailing services are limited in the Arctic.
Other facilities include:
- Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets & North American 120V two-flat-pinned sockets
- Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
- Laundry service (additional cost)
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