Silver Cloud - 2/11/2024
The February 11, 2024 cruise on the Silver Cloud departs from Puerto Williams, Chile. On this 10 Night Antarctica (Puerto Williams Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Silver Cloud sets sail on Sunday, Feb 11th and returns on Wednesday, Feb 21st.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Silver Cloud - February 11, 2024 - 10 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 10th | Puerto Williams, Chile |
| 2 | Feb 10th | Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage |
| 3 | Feb 10th | Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage |
| 4 | Feb 10th | Cruise The Antarctic Sound |
| 5 | Feb 10th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 6 | Feb 10th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 7 | Feb 10th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 8 | Feb 10th | South Shetland Islands |
| 9 | Feb 10th | Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage |
| 10 | Feb 10th | Cruise Cape Horn |
| 11 | Feb 21st | Puerto Williams, Chile |
The Silver Cloud sails on February 11, 2024 for a 10 Night Antarctica (Puerto Williams Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Puerto Williams, Chile at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Puerto Williams, Chile on Feb 21st at 6:30 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Silver Cloud will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Silver Cloud
Silversea Cruise Line
The Silver Cloud was built in 1994 and is among Silversea's 9 ships in its fleet. The Silver Cloud is included in the cruise line's Expedition class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Silver Cloud vs all other Silversea ships.
Cruise Ports
Puerto Williams, Chile, offers docking at Puerto Williams Port. Travelers explore Navarino Island’s Dientes de Navarino trails and Beagle Channel. Excursions include zodiac tours to see marine life. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for outdoor tours. Photography captures Patagonian fjords and sub-Antarctic vistas. Dining onboard includes centolla, a Chilean favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tierra del Fuego history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Puerto Williams’ remote beauty offers a vibrant Chilean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of rugged landscapes and marine adventures, making Puerto Williams an engaging destination for exploration.
Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage, no docking; ships sail Southern Ocean. Travelers spot whales. Lectures cover explorer history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; rough seas common. Photography captures icebergs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include nautical maps.
Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage, no docking; ships sail Southern Ocean. Travelers spot whales. Lectures cover explorer history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; rough seas common. Photography captures icebergs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include nautical maps.
The Antarctic Sound, with no docking, sees ships cruising near Hope Bay. Travelers observe Adélie penguins waddling on massive icebergs. Zodiacs explore Argentina’s Esperanza Station. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, November to March, may face ice jams. Photography captures tabular bergs and icy cliffs. Dining onboard includes hearty soups. Souvenirs, like penguin prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings enforce IAATO guidelines. Kayaking navigates icy waters. Polar gear is essential for freezing conditions. The sound’s icebergs offer an iconic introduction to Antarctica’s polar wilderness.
Cruise Antarctic Peninsula, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to the Peninsula. Travelers spot gentoo penguins and humpback whales. Kayaking explores icebergs. Hikes reach Deception Island's volcanic beaches. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; ice restricts access. Photography captures Lemaire Channel's cliffs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include penguin postcards.
Cruise Antarctic Peninsula, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to the Peninsula. Travelers spot gentoo penguins and humpback whales. Kayaking explores icebergs. Hikes reach Deception Island's volcanic beaches. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; ice restricts access. Photography captures Lemaire Channel's cliffs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include penguin postcards.
Cruise Antarctic Peninsula, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to the Peninsula. Travelers spot gentoo penguins and humpback whales. Kayaking explores icebergs. Hikes reach Deception Island's volcanic beaches. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; ice restricts access. Photography captures Lemaire Channel's cliffs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include penguin postcards.
South Shetland Islands, offer scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view penguin colonies and Deception Island’s caldera from zodiacs. Excursions include wildlife tours to Half Moon Island. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for Antarctic cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Antarctic vistas. Dining onboard includes hearty stews, an expedition favorite. Souvenirs, like penguin crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover polar history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the polar climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. South Shetland’s icy allure offers a vibrant Antarctic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and unique wildlife, making South Shetland an engaging destination.
Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage, no docking; ships sail Southern Ocean. Travelers spot whales. Lectures cover explorer history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; rough seas common. Photography captures icebergs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include nautical maps.
Cruise Cape Horn, no docking; ships round Tierra del Fuego's cape. Travelers spot albatross. Zodiacs explore Hornos Island. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; weather unpredictable. Photography captures Drake Passage views. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include albatross postcards.
Puerto Williams, Chile, offers docking at Puerto Williams Port. Travelers explore Navarino Island’s Dientes de Navarino trails and Beagle Channel. Excursions include zodiac tours to see marine life. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for outdoor tours. Photography captures Patagonian fjords and sub-Antarctic vistas. Dining onboard includes centolla, a Chilean favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tierra del Fuego history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Puerto Williams’ remote beauty offers a vibrant Chilean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of rugged landscapes and marine adventures, making Puerto Williams an engaging destination for exploration.