For many travellers, a journey to the polar regions represents the pinnacle of exploration. But how can advisors help their clients choose the journey of a lifetime?
From the wildlife-rich fjords of the Arctic to the pristine wilderness of Antarctica, Silversea’s expedition voyages invite guests to discover some of the planet’s most remote and remarkable landscapes.
Although no two polar expeditions are alike, clients can expect Silversea’s signature all-inclusive luxury, industry leading crew-to-guest ratio and all-suite accommodation on each and every voyage.
Arctic and Greenland
Stretching across Iceland, Greenland and Norway to parts of Canada, the Arctic offers a heady blend of wildlife encounters, dramatic scenery and living cultures.
On board Silver Wind and Silver Endeavour, guests travel through the region’s towering glaciers and spectacular fjords, exploring islands on the very edge of the map.
Accompanied by Silversea’s team of expedition guides, clients can kayak in bays favoured by bowhead whales and walruses, hike untouched Arctic tundra and enjoy cultural experiences with remote Inuit communities.
All while enjoying the comfort of all-suite accommodation and indulgent fine-dining experiences. Each Silversea expedition offers a taste of truly all-inclusive luxury, with hotel stays and chartered flights (where required), expedition activities and gear included for each sailing.
Thanks to a multilingual, multidisciplinary team of expedition experts, clients disembark each voyage more informed than when they boarded.
From a complete circumnavigation of the Svalbard archipelago to exploring Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, there is very little of the region that Silversea does not cover.
Voyages depart ports like Norway’s Longyearbyen and Tromsø, Nuuk in Greenland, Reykjavik in Iceland and Canada’s Iqualuit. The cruise line has even added a new guest journey from Copenhagen, making accessing this remote and rugged wilderness more effortless than ever.
And if Silversea’s extensive range of seven- to 20-day voyages don’t seem like long enough, clients can choose from a collection of pre- and post-cruise extension options in Iceland, Norway and Greenland, or delve deeper with city stays in Reykjavik and Montreal.
Antarctica
If the Arctic is known for its diversity, Antarctica captivates with its stillness. The Last Continent is a region of immense glaciers, sculptural icebergs and untouched frozen landscapes.
Silence here is broken only by the crack of shifting ice, the call of seabirds overhead or the splash of whales surfacing alongside the ship.
Antarctica is ideal for travellers seeking a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience and a Silversea expedition is one of the best ways to experience it.
By day, clients may find themselves watching penguins waddle across snowy shores, kayaking beneath shimmering ice formations or gliding by Zodiac to locations seldom touched by humans.
By night, travellers can bed down in spacious suites, savour exceptional dining and enjoy personalised service thanks to Silversea’s industry leading crew-to-guest and expert-to-guest ratio.
With voyages ranging from 10 to 21 days, clients can choose to sail on purpose-built Silver Wind, Silver Endeavour or Silver Cloud.
Pre- and post-cruise land programs include City Stays in Santiago and Buenos Aires, wine tours in Mendoza and Millahue Valley, itineraries exploring Patagonia, Uruguay and Easter Island and visits to Iguazu Falls and El Calafate Glaciers.
What’s more, charter flights, pre-cruise accommodation and expedition gear and activities are included, making the journey to the edge of world just that little bit more effortless.
Antarctica cruise and fly
For some travellers, the journey to Antarctica can feel as inaccessible as the destination itself.
Silversea offers a luxe alternative to navigating the infamous Drake Passage with its Antarctica Fly Cruise.
Guests selecting this option enjoy private charters, a stay at the Southernmost Hotel on Earth and the chance to begin exploring sooner.
Set to open later this year, The Cormorant at 55 South serves as the cornerstone of the Fly Cruise experience.
Blending Silversea’s elegance with the rugged beauty of Patagonia, the hotel boasts 150 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and five signature public spaces designed to foster relaxation and connection with the spirit of the far south. From here, guests fly directly to King George Island, minimising the time spent in transit.
