Sylvia Earle

Aurora Expeditions

Ship Highlights

Join the team in the lecture theatre for presentations covering topics
Explore with onboard naturalist and expedition team in science center
Enjoy non fiction books to read up at a peaceful sanctuary Library
Relax yourself in two Jacuzzis and a swimming pool on the top outside deck
Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner onboard

Overview

Due to sail soon the new ship honors the highly accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer, Dr. Sylvia Earle. As the first female chief scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and named by Time Magazine as its first Hero for the Planet in 1998 – this vessel pays tribute to Dr. Earle’s long-standing conservation efforts for marine protected areas and ocean wildlife. Dr. Sylvia Earle will be involved in the development of her namesake. Featuring the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW®, this allows the ship to cross oceans more comfortably and efficiently, and with expansive observation decks to bring you closer to the environment, inviting communal areas and unsurpassed environmental credentials, the Sylvia Earle offers the perfect base camp for adventures at the outer limits of human exploration. Accommodating an average of 132 expeditioners per voyage within 70 cosy, comfortable cabins. The ship also features a modern lecture lounge, multiple observation areas, zodiac launching platforms, a restaurant serving excellent meals, a gym and wellness centre, jacuzzies, a mudroom and many other amenities.

Ship Facts

Maximum Speed:12 Knots
Number of Decks:8
Passenger Capacity:132
Registry:Bahamas
Ship Length:341 ft (104 m)
Year Built:2021

Deck Level

Deck 8
Deck 6
Deck 7
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 3

Staterooms

OUTSIDE

BALCONY

SUITE

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 the onboard chefs. Meals are a great time to soak up the expedition camaraderie in the open seating dining area. Share stories with your fellow travellers and ask the expedition team questions that may have come up during the day. Tea, coffee and snacks are available 24 hours a day, and the 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. 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.

Onboard Activities

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 the range of informative nonfiction 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.

Wellness

You are welcome to visit the wellness centre during your voyage where you can use the gym, visit the sauna (which is highly recommended after the polar plunge!) or book a massage (additional cost applies). There are also two jacuzzis on the top outside deck with amazing views of the world outside.

Note: Deck names, descriptions, key legends, deck plans, onboard activity places, restaurants, bars and other entertainment places are informational only, details may vary and subject to change without notice. Furniture arrangements or design details may vary and subject to change without notice.