Silver Explorer
Expedition ship Silver Explorer explores far-flung locations all over the globe, perfect for those seeking an adventurous cruise holiday. Onboard experts in the Expedition Team will share their insights on local wildlife and nature throughout your cruise, and 12 Zodiac boats allow you to get even closer to unique destinations. Additionally, there are plenty of sleek suites to call a home-away-from-home, plus spacious dining areas and lounges to enjoy fine food and drink.
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All Inclusive | Adventure | Foodies | Couples | Small ship | Luxury
What to expect from Silver Explorer
Silversea Cruises Silver Explorer
With all-inclusive dining, service and shore excursions, Silver Explorer is expedition cruising at its very best. Award-winning itineraries make this ship the perfect combination of adventure and comfort.
Silversea’s purpose-built luxury Silver Explorer expedition cruise ship has been designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth’s polar regions. A strengthened hull with a Lloyd’s Register ice-class notation (1A) for passenger vessels enables the Silver Explorer Expedition Cruise Ship to safely push through ice floes with ease. A fleet of 12 Zodiac boats allows Silversea Expedition guests to visit even the most off-the-beaten path locations and an expert Expedition Team provides insight and understanding to each unforgettable Silver Explorer luxury cruise adventure.
Silver Explorer not only boasts some of the most comfortable suites in expedition cruising. Since being refurbished in 2018, she also hosts a fleet of 12 Zodiacs and a guest to crew capacity of almost 1:1.
Ship Facts - Silver Explorer
| Entered Service: | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Length: | 354.33ft / 108m |
| Width: | 49.21ft / 15m |
| Decks: | 5 |
| Number of Passengers: | 144 |
| Number of Crew: | 118 |
| Size: | 6,072 gross tonnage |
FAQs
Is there a doctor on board?
Each Silversea ship is equipped with a Medical Centre, which is staffed by a doctor and nurse on 24-hour call when at sea. Supplementary emergency care may also be obtained through local medical facilities when docked. Guests may be charged for medical services and for medications used for their medical treatment. The Medical Centre is not intended or designed to provide ongoing treatment of pre-existing conditions or extended critical care. Silversea is not responsible for the diagnosis, treatment or services furnished by shipboard medical personnel.
Are there medical conditions that must be disclosed to Silversea?
All guests are required to report in writing to Silversea at the time their reservation is made:
- Any physical or mental condition that may require medical or professional treatment or attention during the voyage
- Any condition that may render the guest unfit for travel, or that may require special care or assistance
- Any condition that may pose a risk or danger to the guest or anyone else on board the ship
- Any condition that may require oxygen for medical reasons
- Any intention or need to use a wheelchair onboard
What's included in my all-inclusive fare?
Select wines, champagne and spirits onboard, service gratuities on board (except spa) and more!
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