Akpatok Island, North

Akpatok Island is one of the uninhabited Canadian Arctic islands in Nunavut, Canada. Akpatok was named after the Akpat, the Thick-billed Murre, which live by the thousands at the north and south ends where the sedimentary layers of the limestone cliffs have allowed tiny ledges to form on which the birds lay their eggs. In addition to the Thick-billed Murre, notable species include polar bears, seals and walrus.

Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A

Boston, is the cradle of the American Revolution and one of the oldest cities in the United States. By the time became a major shipping port and manufacturing center and nowadays is an international center of higher education and a center for medicine. The city keeps its metropolitan style, which makes it a wonderful place to explore and relax.

Lady Franklin Island, Canada

Lady Franklin Island is an uninhabited island in Nunavut, Canada. Several endangered animals inhabit there, like bears and walruses.

Monumental Island, Canada

The Monumental Island is one of the many uninhabited Canadian Arctic Islands in the region Qikiqtaaluk,Nunavut. Due to the graciers, which are characteristic of the area, they offer the visitor an experience of unique beauty. The island is a favorite sea mammals resting places. It is a place where polar bears live and every day looking for their food in glaciers and in the nearby islands.  

Red Bay, Labrador, Canada

Red Bay is a fishing village and former site of several Basque whaling stations on the southern coast of Labrador in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Between 1530 and the early 17th century, Red Bay was a major Basque whaling area. The site is home to three Basque whaling galleons and four small chalupas used in the capture of whales. The discovery of these vessels makes Red Bay one of the most precious underwater archaeological sites in the Americas. Since June 2013 it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Woody Point, Newfoundland, Canada

Woody Point is a coastal, historic town in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada. The town is declared a Registered Heritage District, where the Gros Morne National Park is located. 

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Yarmouth is a town located in southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada. It is the largest population centre in the Yarmouth region, and it serves as a hub for transportation, business, and tourism in the area.

Yarmouth has a rich history, with a long tradition of fishing and shipbuilding. The town is situated on the shores of the Bay of Fundy, which is known for its extreme tides and unique ecosystem. Yarmouth is also located on the Evangeline Trail, a popular tourist route that runs through the Acadian region of Nova Scotia.

In addition to its cultural and historical attractions, Yarmouth is known for its seafood, particularly its lobster and scallops. The town also hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year.

Iqaluit, Canada

Iqaluit is the largest city and territorial capital of the Canadian territory of Nunavut. The Nunavut Legislative Assembly Building is remarkable for its colourful interior, adorned with some of the very best in Inuit art. Another distinctive building was St. Jude's Anglican Cathedral which was a white building shaped like an igloo and the Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum, which houses a large collection of Inuit and Arctic objects.

Silver Wind
Break new waters with Silver Wind

A major upgrade in December 2018 saw Silver Wind looking better than ever. A second refurbishment in November 2021 saw her benefitting from a strengthened ice-class hull and made her one of the most adaptable ships in our fleet. Still timelessly elegant, still luxuriously relaxed, Silver Wind’s improved cruising versatility means she can whizz from Polar Regions to iconic ports with fluid ease. Whether you want to get up close and personal to penguins in Antarctica or laze on the golden sands of the Caribbean, get ready for a wealth of diverse destination experiences aboard Silver Wind.

Ship's Specifications

Refurbished in November 2021, Silver Wind is an intimate yet spacious ice-class ship that offers one of the best luxury expedition cruise experiences there is.

Let us take you on a personal journey of discovery. Amid the tranquillity of the sea and the exuberance of distant lands, we will arouse your curiosity and seduce your senses. We will stimulate your imagination and spark new insights. Our aim is to create experiences that will enrich your life for years to come. From the moment you step onboard to the time you say "Arrivederci", our Italian sense of style will shine. The ebullience of our hospitality, the genuine warmth of our service and our evident appreciation of the finer things in life are genial qualities of our founders and owners. They are the principles on which Silversea were founded.

Small is beautiful and bountiful. With fewer guests and a high staff to guest ratio, we can tailor our unobtrusive service to individual needs. And you can join a select on board community of travellers with similar aspirations. The intimate ambience on our shιps has parallels with the atmosphere of a refined club. We are happy to sail against the tide. While most cruise lines build larger and ever-larger ships, we prefer to stay small. In this way we can preserve the special Silversea experience our guests have come to expect ... the intimate ambience, personal service and access to more intriguing secluded ports.

SMALLER GETS YOU CLOSER

Our small ships are agile enough to visit more remote, lesser-known ports and to bring you closer to some of the world's greatest destinations. They can sail up narrow waterways into the heart of a city, they can navigate around tiny islands and they can tie up right at the dock while others must anchor offshore. In the world of upscale cruising, less is more... considerably more, as our seven small ships offer infinite opportunities across all seven continents.

SILVERSEA CLASSIC FLEET

Silver Cloud - 296 Guests Resembling a private yacht, Silver Cloud sets the standard of excellence as the inaugural ship. Recently refurbished in 2012, she provides the most intimate sailing experiences, the luxury of space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path.

Silvel Wind - 296 Guests Embraces Silversea's most lauded features ... fewer guests, more space and highly personalised service. One of the most intimate ships, afloat, she is still large enough to offer multiple entertainment venues, plenty of room on deck and a spacious spa.

Silver Shadow - 382 Guests takes award-winning, all-suite luxury to the next level while maintaining Silversea's genuine hospitality and intimate, elegant ambience. This ship features one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in cruising.

Silver Whisper - 382 Guests Maintaining an intimate ambience offers many amenities usually found only on larger ships. She reinforces Silversea's reputation for combining small-ship service with a choice of wide-ranging facilities.

Silver Spirit - 540 Guests combines our distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle with new enhancements, including six dining venues, an expansive 8,300 square foot spa, a resort-style pool, four whirlpools, and the largest suites in the Silversea fleet - 95% with private verandas.

SILVERSEA EXPEDITION FLEET

Silver Explorer - 132 Guests Designed for navigating waters in some of the world's most remote destinations, including both polar regions, our purpose-built expedition ship can push through ice floes with ease. She offers a level of luxury and service unmatched in expeditiong cruising.

NEW Silver Galapagos - 100 Guests With a proven skill for navigating the waterways throughout the Galapagos Islands, the newest addition to our fleet is naturally suited for in-depth explorations of this spectacular region. Rest assured, she offers Silversea's intimacy and elefgant sophistication.