

Navigate the frozen desert like brave explorers, while enjoying the warmth of uncompromised comfort. Starting January 2026, guests embarking on an Antarctica Fly Cruise will begin their Expedition withthe signature Silversea hospitality — at The Cormorant at 55 SouthSM . Named after the unique locationof the property and the resilient seabird known for extraordinary journeys, The Cormorant bestowsgood fortune on our guests embarking on their greatest adventure yet. The Southernmost Hotel onEarthSM offers unrivaled service and unparalleled access to the world’s most remote and remarkabledestination: The White Continent. Dare to roam where few have followed and experience once-in-alifetime in a place untouched by time.
Witness wildlife and majestic landscapes up close by Zodiac — from passing through towering icebergs to capturing a whale breaching the water’s surface. The nimble Zodiac enables you to navigate narrow inlets, reach islets, and glide ice floes. Captained by experienced operators, nearly every excursion is hosted on these sturdy vessels, allowing for both planned and impromptu adventures as wildlife dictates and conditions allow.
Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of these regions through guided kayaking tours, where you forge personal connections to the polar wilderness. Marvel at the majesty of a glacier or watch spellbound as a leopard seal swims right alongside you. Under the guidance of certified kayak instructors, you’ll paddle through fjords and some of the world’s best natural aquariums.
Our Expedition Leaders host guided walks ashore — identifying exotic species, unique glacial formations, geological structures, and other fascinating features. Experience the thrill of setting foot on far-flung lands and conquering new territories. Whether you’re following in the footsteps of famous explorers or greeting a colony of Gentoo penguins, you’ll gain a deep and lasting understanding of this remarkable land.
Our Expedition Team members have spent decades exploring Antarctica and are eager to share their extensive knowledge and experience with you. These Expeditions are enriched by daily briefings and lectures from naturalists, biologists, and historians who bring each destination to life with their expertise and guidance. Their detailed insights into the ice, land, and wildlife adds a fascinating dimension to your personal explorations and discoveries.
Our three Expedition ships — Silver Cloud, Silver Endeavour, and Silver Wind — are equipped with Zodiacs and kayaks for deeper exploration and up-close encounters with wildlife. Their intimate size, accommodating between 100 and 274 guests, allows for navigation to the most remote regions on earth while maintaining the Silversea standard of anticipatory service and exclusive amenities.
Guest Capacity: 254
Crew Capacity: 212
Refurbished: 2017
Ice Class: 1C
Expedition Team Members: Up to 28
Number of Zodiacs: 20
Number of Kayaks: 10
Venture to remote shores and discover the fascinating history of a frozen desert on this extended Expedition — including stops in South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.
King George Island to Puerto Williams