Silver Cloud - 12/30/2027
The December 30, 2027 cruise on the Silver Cloud departs from Puerto Williams, Chile. On this 12 Night Antarctica (Puerto Williams Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Silver Cloud sets sail on Thursday, Dec 30th and returns on Tuesday, Jan 11th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Silver Cloud - December 30, 2027 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 30th | Puerto Williams, Chile |
| 2 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 1st | New Island, Falkland Islands |
| 3 | Jan 1st | West Point Island, Falkland Islands |
| 4 | Jan 2nd | Port Stanley, Falkland Islands |
| 5 | Jan 3rd | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 30th | Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands |
| 7 | Dec 30th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 8 | Dec 30th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 9 | Dec 30th | Cruise Antarctic Peninsula |
| 10 | Dec 30th | South Shetland Islands |
| 11 | Dec 30th | Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage |
| 12 | Dec 30th | Puerto Williams, Chile |
| 13 | Dec 30th | Puerto Williams, Chile |
The Silver Cloud sails on December 30, 2027 for a 12 Night Antarctica (Puerto Williams Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Puerto Williams, Chile at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Puerto Williams, Chile on Jan 11th at N/A. During the 14-day journey, the Silver Cloud will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
New Island, Falkland Islands, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to rugged shores. Travelers explore penguin and albatross colonies. Excursions visit Coffin’s Harbour for seal watching. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to March, brings milder weather for wildlife tours. Photography captures windswept cliffs and seabird colonies. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like penguin crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Falklands’ ecology. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. New Island’s wild beauty offers a unique Falklands stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine wildlife and remote landscapes, making New Island an engaging destination for exploring the Falkland Islands’ natural splendor and biodiversity.
West Point Island, Falkland Islands, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to grassy shores. Travelers explore albatross colonies and Devil’s Nose cliffs. Excursions include wildlife tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for island tours. Photography captures seabirds and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, a Falklands favorite. Souvenirs, like penguin crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Falklands history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. West Point’s wild allure offers a vibrant Falklands stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and rugged landscapes, making West Point an engaging destination.
Port Stanley, Falkland Islands, offers docking at Stanley Port. Travelers explore Gypsy Cove and Falkland Islands Museum. Excursions include penguin-watching at Volunteer Point. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures penguin colonies and South Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Falkland favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover British colonial history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Port Stanley’s wild charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and maritime history, making Port Stanley an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to Point Wild. Travelers spot chinstrap penguins and elephant seals. Excursions explore Shackleton’s historic campsite. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, November to March, faces icy conditions. Photography captures glacial cliffs. Dining onboard includes hearty soups. Souvenirs, like penguin prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings enforce IAATO guidelines. Polar gear is essential. Elephant Island’s rugged history offers a dramatic Antarctic stop.
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.
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.
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.