Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Overview
Featuring industry-leading technology and streamlined cruising design the Sylvia Earle is one of the most modern and technologically advanced vessels sailing the polar regions. Named after the first female Chief Scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Sylvia Earle lives up to her namesake with a deep focus on protecting the natural environment. The ship features one of the lowest polluting marine engines in the world, with low energy consumption and higher fuel efficiency bringing an overall 80% reduction to emissions compared to Tier 1 engines. The ship also utilises virtual anchoring technology along with thrusters and propellers to minimise damage to the ocean floor caused by conventional anchors.
The Sylvia Earle carries a maximum of 132 passengers and has 71 on board cabins. Between landings, guests will be able to enjoy time in the gym, sauna or wellness centre. For zodiac excursions the vessel has four dedicated, sea-level launching platforms making boarding as efficient and safe as possible, allowing you to get off and experience the magical sights of fjords, glaciers and icebergs as quickly as possible. Cabins and suites are elegantly designed and spacious to give guests the most comfortable experience possible.
Certified 100% Climate Neutral, with a fully equipped Citizen Science Centre, expert lectures and participative Citizen science programs, to enrich your knowledge and connection to the polar regions.
FEATURES
Length: 104m / 341ft
CRUISE SPEED: 10-12 knots
Passengers: 126
Ship Region:Arctic Cruise Ships
GALLERY
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ITINERARIES ABOARD THE Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Northwest Passage 2027: Calgary to Toronto
Canadian Arctic, Greenland
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Calgary, Canada
Finish: Toronto, Canada
Departures: 12 Sep 2027 More x
Northwest Passage 2027: Toronto to Calgary
Greenland, Canadian Arctic
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Toronto, Canada
Finish: Calgary, Canada
Departures: 30 Aug 2027 More x
Jewels of the Arctic 2027: Southbound
Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Oslo, Norway
Finish: Reykjavik, Iceland
Departures: 18 Jul 2027 More x
Svalbard in Depth
Svalbard
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Oslo, Norway
Finish: Oslo, Norway
Departures: 18 Jun 2026 More x
Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights
Iceland, Jan Mayen, Svalbard, Norway
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Reykjavik, Iceland
Finish: Tromso, Norway
Departures: 18 Aug 2026 More x
Northern Lights Explorer 2026
Norway, Jan Mayen, Greenland, Iceland
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Tromso, Norway
Finish: Reykjavik, Iceland
Departures: 02 Sep 2026 More x
Iceland & East Greenland: Through the Lens
Iceland & Greenland
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Reykjavik, Iceland
Finish: Reykjavik, Iceland
Departures: 31 Jul 2027 More x
Polar Bears in the Changing Arctic: New Scientist Discovery
Svalbard
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Oslo, Norway
Finish: Oslo, Norway
Departures: 03 Jul 2027 More x
Svalbard Odyssey 2027
Svalbard
SHIP: Sylvia Earle (Arctic)
Start: Oslo, Norway
Finish: Oslo, Norway
Departures: 24 Jun 2027 09 Jul 2027 More x
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FAQS
An emergency medical physician/doctor and paramedic with current training in CDC public health protocols, outbreak prevention and management protocols will be aboard every voyage. Free medical consultations will be provided on board for anyone who becomes ill with any symptoms (initial consultations only).
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