How many passengers does Sylvia Earle hold?
Sylvia Earle carries 130 guests at double occupancy and up to 140 at maximum capacity.
Aurora Expeditions · Ulstein X-BOW Class
Sylvia Earle
Built to go everywhere. Designed to make you forget everything else.
2022
Year Built
130
Guests
Ulstein X-BOW Class
Class
8,076
GT
0
Pools
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Named after the legendary marine biologist, the Sylvia Earle is Aurora Expeditions' newest ship with enhanced sustainability features and state-of-the-art citizen science equipment. She carries 130 passengers with a 1A ice class rating and purpose-built Zodiac boarding platforms.
Dining & Drinks
Signature Culinary Program
Polar & Expedition Table — Fresh, Hearty Regional Cuisine Included in Fare
Included Restaurants
Main Expedition Dining Room
Open-Seating Multi-Course International & Regional Menus
Al Fresco Deck Grill / Bistro Lounge
Casual Lunches, Early-Riser Pastries & Post-Landing Snacks
Specialty dining (extra charge)
Drinks (extra charge)
Room service (extra charge)
Dietary Options
Gluten-FreeVegan
Expedition & Polar Inclusions
All daily Zodiac cruises, shore landings & guided hikes included
Veteran polar expedition leaders, marine biologists, glaciologists & historians
Complimentary polar expedition parka to keep + waterproof muck boot loan
All onboard meals, lectures, citizen-science briefings & port fees included
Wellness & Relaxation
Fitness Center
Gym included
Pools
0
Hot Tubs
1
Medical Center
✓
Where Sylvia Earle sails
Ports on this ship's regular rotation — click any for a feel of it before you pack.
Ushuaia
Argentina
4 sailings
South Georgia
United Kingdom
2 sailings
Macquarie Island
Australia
2 sailings
Half Moon Island
Antarctica
1 sailings
Deception Island
Antarctica
1 sailings
Neko Harbor
Antarctica
1 sailings
Paradise Bay
Antarctica
1 sailings
Port Lockroy
Antarctica
1 sailings
Cuverville Island
Antarctica
1 sailings
Grytviken
South Georgia
1 sailings
Heard Island
Australia
1 sailings
GoCruiseTravel.com Ship Data
2
Sailings tracked
130
guests
GoCruiseTravel.com tracks 2 upcoming sailings on Sylvia Earle (Aurora Expeditions). Built 2022, 130 guests, 8,076 GT. Amenities: 1 hot tubs, self-laundry, accessible cabins, medical center. Browse Aurora Expeditions sailings on GoCruiseTravel.com.
Accessible Travel
Traveling with accessibility needs? Sylvia Earle has 2 accessible cabins.
Elevators: 2
Ask anything about Sylvia Earle
Policies at a Glance
PetsNot Allowed
Balcony SmokingNot Allowed
Smoking & Cigar LoungesSmall designated outdoor aft deck area only; strictly no smoking in cabins, balconies, or on Zodiacs/shore.
Dress CodeCasual
Formal NightsNo
The Details
Can I do laundry onboard?
Yes — self-service laundry available
What voltage are the cabins?
110V & 220V
Is there a dress code?
Casual
Are there formal nights?
No formal nights required
Can I smoke on the balcony?
No — balcony smoking not allowed
USB in Cabins
✓
Upcoming Voyages on Sylvia Earle
DEC 1, 2026
Round-trip
Antarctic Peninsula Discovery
13N · 8 ports
Antarctic Peninsula Discovery
Round-trip Ushuaia
From
$9,500
per person
Estimated starting fare — verify with cruise line
MAR 25, 2027
Round-trip
Sub-Antarctic Islands Expedition
15N · 8 ports
Sub-Antarctic Islands Expedition
Round-trip Ushuaia
From
$11,500
per person
Estimated starting fare — verify with cruise line
Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sylvia Earle built?
Sylvia Earle was built in 2022.
Which cruise line operates Sylvia Earle?
Sylvia Earle is operated by Aurora Expeditions.
How many cruises are available on Sylvia Earle?
2 active sailings on Sylvia Earle are currently bookable.
Is there self-service laundry on Sylvia Earle?
Yes, Sylvia Earle features self-service passenger laundromats onboard.
Which restaurants are included on Sylvia Earle?
On Sylvia Earle, all onboard restaurants—including Main Expedition Dining Room, Al Fresco Deck Grill / Bistro Lounge—are included in the cruise fare at no extra charge.
Who sails this line
Kids onboard
Uncommon — adult-leaning atmosphere
Sister Ships · Ulstein X-BOW Class
Vessels built to the same architectural blueprint, sharing deck layouts, signature venues, and hull dimensions.
Sister Ship
Greg Mortimer
Ulstein X-BOW Class · 130 guests · 2019