sylvia earle

Sylvia Earle

The Sylvia Earle is a purpose-built expedition vessel, designed to connect like-minded travelers in a meaningful way on perspective-altering voyages to the planet's most remote, unique, and spectacular regions.

Expedition and Guest Experience

  • Intimate Capacity: With a maximum capacity of just 132 guests, the ship ensures a personalized and intimate experience, operating with a low guest-to-crew ratio.

  • Maximize Off-Ship Adventure: Designed as a comfortable base camp for adventure, the primary aim is to get you off the ship and experiencing the natural environment as much as possible.

  • Treading Lightly: The small group size not only enhances the experience but also allows the vessel to tread lightly, minimizing environmental impact and actively contributing to a positive presence in the environments visited.

Features and Ethos

  • A Floating Ambassador for Conservation: The ship serves as a powerful ambassador for global conservation, paying tribute to its namesake, Dr. Sylvia Earle, and six other pioneering female conservationists. Each of the vessel’s public decks is dedicated to one of these inspiring leaders—Dr. Carden Wallace AM, Joanna Ruxton, Sharon Kwok, Bernadette Demientieff, Dr. Asha de Vos, and Hanli Prinsloo—educating expeditioners on their impressive and important conservation work.

  • Certified 100% Climate Neutral: Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, the Sylvia Earle is certified 100% Climate Neutral, utilizing the latest in expedition ship technology.

  • The Citizen Science Centre: The ship is equipped with a fully furnished Citizen Science Centre, which is the heart of its onboard educational programming. Through expert lectures and participative Citizen Science programs, the Centre enriches your knowledge and deepens your connection to the places we travel.

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Launch year
2021
Length
104.4 meters
Speed
12 knots
Max. capacity
132

Upcoming expeditions

Cabins

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CSS: Captain's Suite

The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

Inclusion

  • 1 x mug per person

  • 1 x drink bottle per person

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

  • 1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

  • 1 x free pair of binoculars per suite

  • 1-hour spa treatment (per person)*

  • Free stocked mini bar^

  • 1x Free bottle of champagne per suite

*Valid on 1-hour massage or facial treatment only. Further details provided on board.
^Balcony Suites and Junior Suites stocked once only, not replenished. Captain’s Suite replenished as needed.


Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private en-suite

  • Full size window

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Private balcony

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • Seperate lounge area

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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JSS: Junior Suite

The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x mug per person

  • 1 x drink bottle per person

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

  • 1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

  • 1 x free pair of binoculars per suite

  • 1-hour spa treatment (per person)*

  • Free stocked mini bar^

  • 1 x free bottle of champagne per suite

*Valid on 1-hour massage or facial treatment only. Further details provided on board.

^Balcony Suites and Junior Suites stocked once only, not replenished. Captain’s Suite replenished as needed.

Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private en-suite

  • Full size window

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Private balcony

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

  • Seperate lounge area

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ae expeditions sylvia earle balcony stateroom superior 616 richard i anson

SBSS: Balcony Stateroom Superior

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superior cabins are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.

Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x mug per person

  • 1 x drink bottle per person

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

  • 1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

Amenities

  • Twin or double bed

  • Private en-suite

  • Full size window

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Private balcony

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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ae expeditions sylvia earle balcony stateroom category a 610 richard i anson

BSAS: Balcony Stateroom Category A

We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size.

Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private En-suite

  • Balcony

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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ae expeditions sylvia earle balcony stateroom category b 603 richard i anson 2
ae expeditions sylvia earle balcony stateroom category b 603 richard i anson

BSBS: Balcony Stateroom Category B

We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size.

Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private En-suite

  • Balcony

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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ae expeditions sylvia earle balcony stateroom category c 601 richard i anson 2

BSCS: Balcony Stateroom Category C

We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size.

Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private En-suite

  • Balcony

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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SASS: Aurora Stateroom Superior

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Aurora Stateroom Superior are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.

Located on Deck 7, the Staterooms feature french balconies, floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x mug per person

  • 1 x drink bottle per person

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

  • 1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

Amenities

  • Twin or king bed

  • Private En-suite

  • Porthole window

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

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AS3S: Aurora Stateroom Triple Share

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x mug per person

  • 1 x drink bottle per person

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

  • 1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica & Panama Canal only)

Amenities 

  • Twin single beds

  • Private En-suite

  • Porthole window

  • Desk area

  • Closet space

  • Room-controlled thermostat

  • Safe for storing valuables

  • 42" flat-screen TV

Restaurants

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Dining

One of the most important parts of any expedition is the food! Whatever adventures the day holds, you will be fuelled-up with hearty meals and delicious morning/afternoon teas cooked by our onboard chefs.

Meals are a great time to soak up the expedition camaraderie in our open seating dining area. Share stories with your fellow travellers and ask our expedition team questions that may have come up during the day.

Tea, coffee and snacks are available 24 hours a day, and our chefs offer different menu options and courses for each meal. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild.

We also invite you to join your captain and expedition team for informal Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks, with complimentary beverages and cocktail appetisers, followed by a 3 course meal.

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The Rockhopper Restaurant

More information coming soon.

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Gentoo

More information coming soon.

Entertainment

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Observation Points

Let's face it – you don't want windowless rooms when travelling around some of the most beautiful locations around the world. This is why the Sylvia Earle is designed with plenty of dedicated observation spaces – ideal for keen bird spotters, wildlife watchers and those wanting to watch the scenery go past.

From the indoor 180-degree lounge and outdoor 360-degree open deck, both on deck 8, to the 270-degree open sundeck on level 7, there are plenty of observation points to share around the ship!

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Bars & Lounges

Communal meeting areas have always played a major role in fostering the warm camaraderie on board our ships. They are the heart of the expedition, where people meet to share tales from the day, swap photos, keep an eye out for wildlife and watch the sun go down.

The bars and lounges on board are refined yet inviting places to gather, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views, and of course friendly bartenders to shoot the breeze with.

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Library & Multimedia Centre

With floor-to-ceiling windows, the library is a peaceful sanctuary where you can find non-fiction books to read up on the day’s destinations, plug in and organise your photos or play board games with newfound friends.

Choose from our range of informative non-fiction titles, wildlife guidebooks, travel journals, novels and a selection of children’s books and board games.

Wildlife guides, books and binoculars can also be found on the observation lounge on Deck 7.

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Glass Atrium Lounge

Experience the Glass Atrium Lounge inside the bow, featuring huge windows and superb views to the front of the ship.

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Observation Lounge

The Observation Lounge can be located on deck 8.

Health & Fitness

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Sauna & Spa

You are welcome to visit the wellness centre during your voyage where you can use our sauna (which we highly recommend after the polar plunge!) or book a massage (additional cost applies).

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Gym

In between landings, enjoy complimentary access to the onboard gym.

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Swimming Pool & Sun Deck

There are also two jacuzzis on the top outside deck with amazing views of the world outside.

Deck plans

Deck 8

deck 8

Deck 7

deck 7

Deck 6

deck 6

Deck 5

deck 5

Deck 4

deck 4

Deck 3

deck 3

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