Why we like the Sylvia Earle
- With an average of 132 passengers, it is one of the smaller polar expedition ships, allowing for speedy disembarkation and maximising your time exploring off-ship
- The sleek X-bow reduces pitching and allows the ship to cut through the waves; it is designed with passengers' comfort in mind
- All cabins are generously proportioned with large windows, so you never miss a spectacular vista and most have balconies
- Optional add-on activities are available, from kayaking and camping to polar snorkelling!
- The unusual double height glass atrium in the bow floods the expedition lounge with polar light
- To help you to warm up after a chilly day out exploring: two jacuzzis and a sauna
Photos of the Sylvia Earle
Your expedition vessel
Dining room onboard
Observation lounge
Dining room
Lecture lounge
Atrium onboard
Polar library
Polar library
Citizen science onboard
Captain's Suite accommodation onboard your vessel
Onboard gym
Your expedition vessel
Alex says
The Sylvia Earle is sister ship to the Greg Mortimer, and follows in the same impressive footsteps; she is as remarkable to look at and sail aboard as the design and technology which went into her build.
Alex Mudd Polar Specialist
Voyages onboard the Sylvia Earle
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Cabin Categories
Captain's Suite
- Located on Deck 4
- Cabin and balcony combined size of 473ft² / 44m²
- Private balcony, ensuite and lounge
- 1 free pair of binoculars per suite
- Free stocked mini bar (replenished as needed)
- 1 free bottle of champagne per suite
Junior Suite
- Located on Deck 7
- Cabin and balcony combined size of 441ft² / 41m²
- Private balcony, ensuite and lounge
- 1 free pair of binoculars per suite
- Free stocked mini bar (stocked once only)
- 1 free bottle of champagne per suite
Superior Balcony
- Located on Decks 4 & 6
- Cabin and balcony combined size of 280 - 387ft² / 26 - 36m²
- Private balcony, ensuite and lounge
- Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms
Balcony Stateroom
- Located on Deck 4 and on Deck 6
- Cabin and balcony combined sized of 215 - 301ft² / 20 - 28m²
- Private balcony, ensuite
Superior Stateroom
- Located on Deck 7
- Cabin size of 215ft² / 20m²
- King or twin beds, en suite
Triple
- Located on Deck 3
- Cabin size of 236ft² / 22m²
- Porthole, en suite
Onboard Communication & Facilities
Facilities include:
- Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets, but they can also accommodate plugs from most countries
- USB sockets
- Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
- Laundry service (additional cost
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