Silver Explorer

Ship Highlights
• Passengers : 132
• Luxury Expedition Ship

Embark on a luxurious expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world aboard Silver Explorer (formerly known as the Prince Albert II), a purpose-built expedition cruise ship unlike any other. Designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both the Arctic and Antarctica waters, the 6,072-ton vessel boasts a strengthened hull with a Lloyd’s Register ice-class notation (1A) for passenger ships. With eight Zodiac boats, her 132 privileged guests can visit even the most off-the-beaten path locations. Experience the thrill of a true expedition aboard the Silver Explorer. Venture deep into regions where other vessels cannot go whilst enjoying a privileged lifestyle that is simply second-to-none.

Onboard, savor a convivial cosmopolitan ambiance and many special amenities usually found only on larger ships, including a spacious Library with an Internet Café, boutique shopping, a full-service spa, beauty salon, fitness center, sauna and two top-deck whirlpools. The Silver Explorer even features live evening entertainment and The Humidor, where connoisseurs can enjoy the finest cigars and cognacs — diversions offered by no other expedition ship.

All Ocean-view Accommodation
The largest average size accommodation of any expedition ship, each with private bath and an elegant ambiance of unrivaled luxury.

Complimentary Beverages Served
Choose from a premium selection of fine wines, champagnes, spirits, bottled water and soft drinks — all with the ship's compliments.

Besides the chilled bottle of champagne that awaits you, every accommodation includes a beverage cabinet stocked with your preferred assortment of beverages.

Gratuities Included
All onboard gratuities are included — none are ever expected.

Dining
Open Seating: when and with whom you dine is up to you. Gourmet menu's are provided by a preferred culinary partner. Enjoy delicious cuisine in casual resort attire - no tuxedos or formal evening dress required.

Complimentary 24-Hour Room Service
Late-night snack or full breakfast, lunch or dinner delivered at your request — with no charge and no tipping.

Complimentary, Hosted Adventures Ashore
Unearth fascinating dimensions of culture, adventure, history, science and the environment through a diverse collection of complimentary shoreside experiences and distinctive onboard events. Travel and interact with leading explorers, notable scholars, renowned authors, photographers and destination aficionados at your side as you learn the nuances of these exotic environments.

Open Bridge Policy
Visits are welcome 24 hours a day except when in port and weather permitting.

Ship Specifics
Crew: 111
Officers: International
Guest Capacity: 132
Tonnage: 6,072
Length: 354 Feet
Width: 52 Feet
Speed: 14 Knots
Passenger Decks: 5
Refurbished 2008
Register: 1A Ice-Class
Registry: Bahamas

Antarctica (cruises)from:$10,150

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Holiday Antarctica	13	Decshow dates Holiday Antarctica Dec 22, 2013–Jan 3, 2014	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island Antarctica, Drake Passage, Falkland Islands, Paulet Island, South Shetland Islands
Explorers Antarctica	18	Jan, Decshow dates Explorers Antarctica Jan 3–20, 2014 Dec 22, 2014–Jan 8, 2015	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island Antarctica, Drake Passage, Falkland Islands, Paulet Island, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Shetland Islands
Chilean Fjords & Antarctica	12	Novshow dates Chilean Fjords & Antarctica Nov 21–Dec 2, 2014	Antarctica: Aitcho Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island Antarctica, Drake Passage, Paulet Island, South Shetland Islands South America: Chile
Classic Antarctica	11	Decshow dates Classic Antarctica Dec 2–12, 2014 Dec 12–22, 2014	Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island Antarctica, Drake Passage, Paulet Island, South Shetland Islands

Arctic (cruises)from:$5,550

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Majestic Fjords & Arctic Svalbard	13	Junshow dates Majestic Fjords & Arctic Svalbard Jun 4–16, 2013	Arctic: Leiknes, Svalbard, Trollfjord, Tromso Europe: Denmark, Norway
Expedition Svalbard	11	Jun, Julshow dates Expedition Svalbard Jun 16–26, 2013 Jun 26–Jul 6, 2013 Jul 6–16, 2013 Jul 16–26, 2013 Jun 17–27, 2014 Jun 27–Jul 7, 2014	Arctic: Svalbard, Tromso
North Atlantic Adventure	18	Sepshow dates North Atlantic Adventure Sep 8–25, 2013	Arctic: Ilulissat, Kangerlussuaq, Newfoundland, Nuuk, Qaqortoq, Qassiarsuk, Sisimiut North America: Canada
Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Svalbard	13	Junshow dates Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Svalbard Jun 5–17, 2014	Arctic: Svalbard Europe: Norway
Expedition Spitsbergen	8	Julshow dates Expedition Spitsbergen Jul 7–14, 2014
Svalbard & Scoresby Sund	15	Julshow dates Svalbard & Scoresby Sund Jul 14–28, 2014	Arctic: Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Svalbard Europe: Greenland, Iceland, Norway
Expedition Greenland	13	Julshow dates Expedition Greenland Jul 28–Aug 9, 2014	Arctic: Ilulissat, Itilleq, Kangerlussuaq, Nanortalik, Nuuk, Prince Christian Sound, Qaqortoq, Qassiarsuk, Reykjavik, Sisimiut, Skoldungen

Asia (cruises)from:$5,450

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
The Volcanic Islands of Japan	12	Sepshow dates The Volcanic Islands of Japan Sep 19–30, 2014	Asia: Japan

Caribbean (cruises)from:$3,050

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
West Indies Expedition	8	Octshow dates West Indies Expedition Oct 2–9, 2013	Caribbean: Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic, Grenadines, Netherlands Antilles, U.S. Virigin Islands
Caribbean Sea Adventure	10	Apr, Octshow dates Caribbean Sea Adventure Oct 9–18, 2013 Apr 7–16, 2014	Caribbean: Barbados, Trinidad Central America: Panama South America: Colombia, Venezuela
Pearls of the Pacific	13	Octshow dates Pearls of the Pacific Oct 18–30, 2014	South Pacific: Bora Bora, Cook Islands, Fiji, Niue, Society Islands, Tahiti, Tonga

Central America (cruises)from:$3,650

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Caribbean Sea Adventure	10	Apr, Octshow dates Caribbean Sea Adventure Oct 9–18, 2013 Apr 7–16, 2014	Caribbean: Barbados, Trinidad Central America: Panama South America: Colombia, Venezuela
Rainforests Cultures & Natural ...	12	Marshow dates Rainforests Cultures & Natural Ecosystems Mar 27–Apr 7, 2014	Central America: Panama South America: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

Europe (cruises)from:$4,950

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Celtic Coasts	13	Mayshow dates Celtic Coasts May 23–Jun 4, 2013	Europe: Ireland, Norway, Scotland, United Kingdom
Majestic Fjords & Arctic Svalbard	13	Junshow dates Majestic Fjords & Arctic Svalbard Jun 4–16, 2013	Arctic: Leiknes, Svalbard, Trollfjord, Tromso Europe: Denmark, Norway
Remote Islands of Britain & Ireland	11	Mayshow dates Remote Islands of Britain & Ireland May 16–26, 2014	Europe: France, Ireland, Scotland, United Kingdom
Scottish Isles & Hanseatic Bryggen	11	Mayshow dates Scottish Isles & Hanseatic Bryggen May 26–Jun 5, 2014	Europe: Ireland, Norway, Scotland
Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Svalbard	13	Junshow dates Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Svalbard Jun 5–17, 2014	Arctic: Svalbard Europe: Norway
Svalbard & Scoresby Sund	15	Julshow dates Svalbard & Scoresby Sund Jul 14–28, 2014	Arctic: Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Svalbard Europe: Greenland, Iceland, Norway

North America (cruises)from:$9,450

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
North Atlantic Adventure	18	Sepshow dates North Atlantic Adventure Sep 8–25, 2013	Arctic: Ilulissat, Kangerlussuaq, Newfoundland, Nuuk, Qaqortoq, Qassiarsuk, Sisimiut North America: Canada

South America (cruises)from:$3,650

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Caribbean Sea Adventure	10	Apr, Octshow dates Caribbean Sea Adventure Oct 9–18, 2013 Apr 7–16, 2014	Caribbean: Barbados, Trinidad Central America: Panama South America: Colombia, Venezuela
Patagonia & Chilean Fjords	12	Mar, Novshow dates Patagonia & Chilean Fjords Nov 4–15, 2013 Mar 2–13, 2014	South America: Argentina, Chile
Along the Humboldt Current	15	Marshow dates Along the Humboldt Current Mar 13–27, 2014	South America: Chile, Peru
Rainforests Cultures & Natural ...	12	Marshow dates Rainforests Cultures & Natural Ecosystems Mar 27–Apr 7, 2014	Central America: Panama South America: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
Chilean Fjords & Antarctica	12	Novshow dates Chilean Fjords & Antarctica Nov 21–Dec 2, 2014	Antarctica: Aitcho Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island Antarctica, Drake Passage, Paulet Island, South Shetland Islands South America: Chile

South Pacific (cruises)from:$5,950

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Pearls of the Pacific	13	Octshow dates Pearls of the Pacific Oct 18–30, 2014	South Pacific: Bora Bora, Cook Islands, Fiji, Niue, Society Islands, Tahiti, Tonga
In the Wake of the Bounty	16	Octshow dates In the Wake of the Bounty Oct 29–Nov 13, 2014	South Pacific: Easter Island, Pitcairn Islands, Tahiti, Tuamotu Islands