Why we like the Sylvia Earle
- The sleek X-bow is designed with passengers' comfort in mind, reducing pitching and allowing the ship to cut through the waves
- One of the smaller polar expedition ships, with amaximum of 132 passengers, this allows for speedy disembarkation and to maximise your time exploring off-ship
- Most cabins have balconies and all are generously proportioned with large windows, so you never miss a spectacular vista
- An impressive range of optional add-on activities are available, from kayaking and camping to polar snorkelling!
- An unusual double height glass atrium in the bow floods the expedition lounge with polar light
- Two jacuzzis and a sauna help you to warm up after a chilly day out exploring
Sylvia Earle video guide
Ian says
I travelled below the Antarctic Circle on Sylvia Earle in January 2023 and loved the relaxed yet highly comfortable feel of the ship along with the “ask any question” attitude of the expedition staff, who were extremely passionate and knowledgeable.
Ian Young Antarctic Sales Manager
Voyages aboard the Sylvia Earle
Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
4.5 out of 5
Explore the White Continent aboard one of the newest additions to the polar fleet, a state-of-the-art expedition vessel combining adventure with comfort. As well as being limited to only 132 passengers, there’s also a wide range of optional activities on…
- 12-15 Days
- $12,795
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4.4 out of 5
A rare and popular voyage which flies to Antarctica in just two hours, then sails back across the Drake Passage, maximising both expediency and experience. Spend 5 to 7 days exploring Antarctica on a small, purpose-built expedition ship, with kayaking…
- 9-13 Days
- $17,895
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4.5 out of 5
This voyage stands out by visiting the Antarctic Peninsula first and keeping the wonders of South Georgia for the second half. You’ll travel on board one of the most exciting new polar ships with spacious cabins, state-of-the-art technology and optional…
- 19-25 Days
- $22,595
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4.6 out of 5
This fantastic trip covers all the must-see highlights of an extended Antarctic expedition. With 21 nights aboard, you will venture far south past vast icebergs to cross the Antarctic Circle before taking in jaw-dropping king penguin colonies in the wildlife…
- 23 Days
- $31,495
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4.1 out of 5
For maximum time in Antarctica with flights both ways, this trip really stands out. An extended fly & cruise voyage spending eight full days actually in Antarctica onboard a small, state-of-the-art expedition ship. Optional kayaking & polar…
- 12 Days
- $14,795
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4.3 out of 5
Spend 6 full days exploring Antarctica with the Polar Circle at 66 degrees south as your most southerly objective, on board one of the most exciting new vessels. A maximum of just 132 passengers, with spacious cabins, state-of-the-art technology and…
- 13-14 Days
- $16,195
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Get the best of both worlds on this time-efficient Antarctic adventure. Sail south on a thrilling journey across the Drake Passage, then take a swift two hour flight back to civilisation at the end of your voyage. In between, spend…
- 12 Days
- $17,195
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Images of Sylvia Earle
Your Antarctic vessel
View from the deck of the vessel
Atrium onboard
Observation Deck
Polar library
Plenty of seating
The bar
The Rockhopper Restaurant
Dining room
Science centre
Sauna
Mudroom
Onboard gym
Captain's Suite accommodation onboard your vessel
Jacuzzi on deck
Your vessel in Antarctic waters
Zodiac excursion from the vessel
From One to One Hundred
Swoop has catered for travellers of every group size. Whether you’re adventuring solo or bringing a group of over 100. We can help.
- SolosWorking with over 30 different ships to find you the most solo-friendly ships, with the lowest single supplements, and the best solo deals available.Discover More2 - 5 peopleWith over 100 collective years of Polar experience our team will help you find your perfect trip, so you’re on the right ship, in the right cabin, and at the right point of the season.Discover More6 - 80 peopleWe’ve worked with all sizes of groups, from large families to small schools. Travelling with Swoop means you’ll be the best prepared customers on the voyage and you pay nothing extra for this service.Discover MoreLarge GroupsWe are experienced charter consultants that can build tailored experiences for both part and full charters of vessels.Discover More
Cabin Categories
*Note that the above measurements are approximate averages and exact cabin size can vary
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 sizeof 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
The Sylvia Earle's Deck Plan
What our customers think of Sylvia Earle
Cabin much more spacious than expected. My daughter is gluten free and the head waiter and chef were extremely helpful. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Robert Tanner -USA
Gorgeous, clean, new, all the spaces you would need/want on a ship. The food was really good and also catered to various dietary restrictions very nicely. I would absolutely go back on the Sylvia Earle! Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Sylvia Caira -USA
I loved the Sylvia Earle's X-bow which handled the wind and waves beautifully - even in the Drake Passage with 5-6m seas and 40-knot winds gusting to 60. I did take medication for sea days but felt great the whole time. Our cabin was very comfortable and perfectly situated to access the mudroom and the restaurant and lounge. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2024
Janet Deisley -USA
The cabin was adequate for our needs and very clean. Food was great and the staff were very accommodating. Yes, I would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2024
Jeanette Burrell -USA
The ship was nice, new and clean. The food was always very good with lots of different options available. We would absolutely cruise on the Sylvia Earle again. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Micah Myerscough -USA
Can’t get better!! It was like home away from home. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Nisha Ramdas Chandnani -United Arab Emirates
The crew on the ship were just amazing! They were extremely good at their jobs and made us all feel welcome from the second we stepped on the ship. They were always going above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable. The cabins had lots of storage and were comfortable. The heated bathroom floor definitely came in handy for drying gear after excursions. The food was good and they always had a great assortment. I'd definitely choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Michelle Leen -USA
10 - Amazing staff—from the cheery dining team, cool expedition crew, and ninja housekeeping. Rooms were surprisingly big with more than enough storage space. The heated floors in the bathroom were great for drying wet gear from the day's activities. Definitely get a room with a balcony. The views were unreal. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Vera Hui -USA
Beautiful, well kept and eco friendly. Most memorable moment? Sitting in a Jacuzzi watching whales swim past in Antarctica. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Annie Ferguson -UK
The ship was beyond any expectations that I had. The cabin was very homey, the food was amazing. The staff was absolutely fantastic! Read the full review
Travelled: November 2023
Jeni Ness -USA
Cabin was great! Lots of room, comfortable bed and lots of hot water in the shower. Food was great, was never hungry. Between the coffee room with snacks and meals, there was always something to munch on. I would definitely choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: November 2023
Craig Murata -USA
The ship is new & the design makes it extremely stable. We had fantastic weather for the majority of the trip. However, I was extremely glad of the ship's capability when we had to out-run a storm! The staff on the ship were extremely friendly & helpful. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Cecilia Griffin -UK
The new ship Sylvia Earle was outstanding, very comfortable in rough seas, service and food outstanding and we will consider another trip on that ship. The Expedition Staff were very friendly, professional and extremely experienced. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
John Youngblood -USA
The ship was beautiful. The cabin was large and amazing. The food was great. They catered to all tastes. Would love to go on another vacation on this ship.Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Melissa Walker -USA
Sylvia Earle can be very proud of her namesake. I felt safe on the vessel and appreciated that different women were honoured on the different ship levels. I took the time to read about each of them and to look at all the photos throughout the vessel. My cabin was excellent. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Adelle Kopp-McKay -Canada
Everything about the ship, the cabin, the onboard library, the sitting areas, the eating areas, was outstanding. The captain and leadership crew spoke at a couple of meetings and inspire great confidence that we were in excellent hands throughout the trip. We would definitely choose the Sylvia Earle for another trip in the future.Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Dan Stewart -USA
Exceeded all expectations. Cabin is well designed, new and spacious. Food was amazing and plentiful. We would be happy to choose this ship again.Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Lily Luong -Australia
Modern, doesn't describe the ship. The cabin was played out well and heated floors in the bathroom was a Godsend at the end of the day. The food and waiting staff was more than fantastic. Everything catered to the passengers wants and needs! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Lawrence Hudson -USA
10/10 - The expedition team was exceptional! As was the crew of the Sylvia Earle. Everyone was helpful, thoughtful and very knowledgeable in their different areas of expertise. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Stanley Rumbough -USA
10/10 - The Sylvia Earle is beautiful, very comfortable and plenty roomy that you never feel crowded. The large picture windows are wonderful to keep an eye out, wherever you are on the ship. The Staff & Crew were friendly, upbeat and fabulous. We felt well taken care of. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leah Rumbough -USA
Our cabins were very comfortable. I loved the big picture windows. The heated bathroom floors were awesome! (Perfect for drying wet gloves or pants, too;) The food was quite good, and the kitchen staff delightful and very accomodating. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leah Rumbough -USA
Fantastic ship in all regards. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Robert Winstead -USA
It truly did live up to our expectations!! The cabin was nicer than many hotel rooms, spacious, very comfortable, good storage for our belongings, loved the robes and slippers. We used the gym, sauna and hot tub. The food was top notch with many choices for everyone's appetites[...] We would absolutely recommend the Sylvia Earle. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leslie Viens -USA
Ship was excellent and we are researching sailing on her again in the Northern hemisphere. Our cabin was excellent, plenty of room and storage space, full length opening windows out to the balcony, fantastically comfortable beds (slept like a log every night). The ship runs so smoothly and quietly over the water there are times you are not even aware the ship is moving. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rick Greer -UK
Food and drink was excellent and then service was exceptional, friendly, relaxed, just eager to please - delightful. Someone has done an excellent job recruiting all these people that seem to have the same mission, the same consistency of approach. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rick Greer -UK
Exceeded expectations. Would cruise on it again in another location.Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Susan Boehlke -USA
Nice new modern ship with a really good captain. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Pavel Kosyak -USA
The Sylvia Earle was a lovely ship, it lived up to my expectations, the trip surpassed my expectations. The cabin was great, the food was amazing, the special nights were very memorable, meeting the Captain, his crew, all the expedition team was wonderful. I loved the co*cktail Hour! I would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Mary Hockaday -Australia
The ship is very well designed and comfortable. The food was wonderful and fresh and the gym was nicer than a lot of hotels I have been to. I would highly recommend it and would have no hesitations about booking another adventure on this ship in the future. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
John Buschman -USA
Cabin was great, food was awesome, this smaller boat was great at getting into many areas a larger boat would have failed at. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Timothy Sieck -USA
The cabin was very nice. Especially the heated floor in the head [bathroom]. Very good for drying our gear! The space was ample. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Marjorie Robfogel -USA
Can't imagine choosing another ship! Our cabin was better than expected. The size of the ship was big enough to tackle the crossing but small enough that we could all get ashore every day. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Suzanne Lang -South Africa
The ship is beautiful. The cabin was excellent. Wonderfully designed with excellent storage and plenty of places to plug in ones devices. The bed was very comfortable and the bathrooms were well designed as well. The food was excellent. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rebecca Klein -USA
Cabin was awesome, my cabin steward was perfect it was just amazing. Everyone worked constantly so hard with a smile on their face competently. The ship is absolutely wonderful - beautiful and functional. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Elizabeth Braman -USA
The ship was gorgeous and our room was spacious and had lots of storage for our clothes. It was kept very clean. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Gail Perdoch -UK
The ship was perfect and the expedition team were very friendly and dedicated. Worked hard to give a good experience. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Frank Cervi -Switzerland
Cabin was great. We loved the big windows for viewing the whales and birds. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Rebecca Ready -Canada
The expedition team were extremely knowledgeable. I really enjoyed their talks and the information they provided. Each had a unique background which added to the trip in different ways. They really made the experience exceptional. I can't imagine it without them.Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Rebecca Ready -Canada
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Onboard Communications & Facilities
Facilities include:
- Plugs:European 220Vtwo-round-pinnedsockets, but they can also accommodate plugs from most countries
- USB sockets
- Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
- Laundry service(additional cost)
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