Silversea Concludes Landmark 2025/2026 Antarctica Season and Ushers In a New Era of Luxury Polar Exploration

Silversea Cruises, the world’s leading name in luxury and expedition cruising, has wrapped up its 2025/2026 Antarctica season, marking another milestone in immersive polar exploration. Between October 5, 2025, and March 5, 2026, the ultra‑luxury fleet — Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud, and Silver Wind — hosted 38 extraordinary voyages across the White Continent, delivering rare wildlife encounters, historic moments, and record‑breaking guest experiences.

The season showcased Silversea’s unmatched expedition credentials and set the stage for an exciting new chapter in polar travel: the debut of The Cormorant at 55 South, a 150‑room luxury hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, slated to open in October 2026. As the world’s southernmost city, this new addition will serve as Silversea’s exclusive pre‑ and post‑expedition gateway, offering seamless access to Antarctica from the 2026/2027 season onward.

“Antarctica remains one of the most transformative destinations on Earth,” said Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea. “With the opening of The Cormorant at 55 South, we are entering an exciting new era of luxury polar travel, designed to make the journey even more immersive, comfortable, and accessible.”

Highlights of the 2025/2026 Season

• 38 Antarctica Voyages: Covering a range of experiences, from Antarctica Fly Cruises for time‑efficient travelers to classic itineraries crossing the Drake Passage, as well as extended voyages to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.
• Incredible Wildlife Sightings: Guests witnessed humpback and fin whales, leopard seals, and the elusive emperor penguins, alongside immersive Zodiac cruising through Orne Harbour, Cuverville Island, and the Lemaire Channel.
• Record‑Breaking Polar Plunge: Nearly 140 guests braved the icy waters in a single expedition, celebrating the spirit of adventure that defines a Silversea Antarctica experience.
• Rich Expert‑Led Exploration: Expedition teams of biologists, historians, and naturalists partnered with the Royal Geographical Society to deliver enriching onboard programs.

Each of Silversea’s three polar ships embodies the brand’s hallmark of expedition luxury — intimate atmospheres, fine dining, and personalized service combined with cutting‑edge polar technology. Built to PC6 ice‑class standards, the Silver Endeavour offers unmatched access to remote areas, while Silver Cloud and Silver Wind, fully ice‑strengthened, navigate narrow passages for deeper exploration.

Looking Ahead: The Cormorant at 55 South

As Silversea prepares for its 41‑voyage 2026/2027 Antarctica season, all eyes turn to The Cormorant at 55 South. Positioned in Puerto Williams, the hotel will redefine the embarkation experience, allowing travellers to relax, acclimatize, and connect with the spirit of the region before setting sail.

Supporting 29 Antarctica Fly Cruise voyages and 12 classic expeditions, The Cormorant represents a new era in luxury polar travel — where seamless operations meet comfort, elegance, and intelligent design. For discerning adventurers, this marks the next evolution in all‑inclusive expedition cruising, blending discovery and indulgence in equal measure.

Discover more about upcoming Silversea Antarctica expeditions at silversea.com/destinations/antarctica-cruise.html.
Learn about The Cormorant at 55 South and Silversea’s Antarctica Fly Cruise program at silversea.com/lp-antarctica-fly-cruise.html.