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Silver Endeavour in the Gerlache Strait, Antarctica
Silversea Cruises · Expedition ship (PC6)

Silver Endeavour

“Silversea's flagship expedition ship — PC6 ice class with a submersible and 200 guests.”

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Launched
2022
Gross Tonnage
20,449 GT
Passengers
200
Decks
10
Home Port
Varies by itinerary (Antarctica and Arctic)

Silver Endeavour was launched in 2021 as Crystal Endeavor and acquired by Silversea in July 2022 for $275 million, then renamed. She was christened in Antarctica on 19 November 2022 by polar explorer and climate scientist Felicity Aston MBE, the first ship naming in the Lemaire Channel with an ice-sculpted bottle. Built by MV Werften in Stralsund, Germany, she is about 20,449 gross tons and 540 feet, with 10 decks and 200 guests, PC6 Polar Class, diesel-electric Azipod propulsion, a U-Boat Worx Cruise Sub 7-300 and a remote-operated vehicle with an underwater camera.

✦ The standout feature

A PC6 ice-class flagship with a Cruise Sub 7-300 submersible and an underwater ROV, christened in Antarctica.

What’s Onboard

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Dining

  • ✓The Restaurant — main dining room
  • ✓Casual dining venue
  • ✓La Dame or a fine-dining specialty venue
  • ✓S.A.L.T. culinary program
  • ✓Bars and lounges
  • ✓Dining included with no cover charge
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Pools & Recreation

  • ✓Zodiacs and expedition landing craft
  • ✓Expedition team and naturalists
  • ✓Spa and fitness facilities
  • ✓Pool and whirlpools
  • ✓Observation decks
  • ✓Expedition gear provided
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Entertainment

  • ✓Expedition lectures and briefings
  • ✓Observation lounge
  • ✓Library and lounge areas
  • ✓Evening entertainment
  • ✓Photography and science programs
  • ✓Destination talks
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Cabins

  • ✓All accommodations are suites
  • ✓Butler service for every suite
  • ✓Vista, Veranda, Silver and Grand suite categories
  • ✓Premium bedding and marble bathrooms
  • ✓Accessible suites
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Family & Kids

  • ✓Adult-oriented luxury cruising
  • ✓No children's clubs or kids' pools
  • ✓Quiet, refined atmosphere without big-ship party decks
  • ✓Small guest numbers and high crew-to-guest ratios
  • ✓Enrichment lectures and destination talks

Video Tour

Silver Endeavour Full Video Tour

✓ Best for
  • ✦Travelers who want all-suite, butler-served luxury
  • ✦Couples and solo travelers wanting a refined small ship
  • ✦Food-focused itineraries (S.A.L.T. culinary program)
  • ✦Destination-rich routes including small ports
✗ Not the right fit for

Families with children and travelers wanting big-ship entertainment or a casual, high-energy atmosphere.

Typical pricing

Roughly $4,500–$9,000 pp for 7 nights; fare includes butler service, onboard beverages, gratuities and specialty dining

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who christened Silver Endeavour?▼
Polar explorer and climate scientist Felicity Aston MBE christened her in Antarctica on 19 November 2022.
What was Silver Endeavour's previous name?▼
She was launched in 2021 as Crystal Endeavor and acquired by Silversea in July 2022 for $275 million.
Does Silver Endeavour have a submarine?▼
Yes — a U-Boat Worx Cruise Sub 7-300, plus a remote-operated vehicle with an underwater camera.
How many guests does Silver Endeavour carry?▼
About 200 guests.
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