Silver Origin is a 100-guest Silversea Cruises expedition ship, in service since 2020. This page lists 28 upcoming departures across 28 itineraries in South America, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
A small expedition-size ship at 5,800 gross tons — #333 of 566 ships we track. 58 tons of ship per guest.
Currently on: 7 Nights Galapagos Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Punta Moreno, Isabela — last stop Punta Mangle, Fernandina
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
Silver Origin is Silversea’s purpose-built Galápagos expedition yacht, designed specifically for small-ship exploration in the archipelago. The intimate all-suite vessel carries 100 guests and pairs personalized service with expedition facilities including eight Zodiacs, an interactive Basecamp, and Ecuadorian expedition guides. Its compact size supports access to secluded landing sites, while dynamic positioning helps reduce the need for anchoring in environmentally sensitive areas.
The ship centers its expedition program on Basecamp, eight Zodiacs, expert naturalists, and destination-focused briefings. Floor-to-ceiling windows, Horizon Balconies, an Explorer Lounge, an Observation Lounge, and an outdoor stargazing area emphasize the Galápagos setting.
Silver Origin is designed primarily for adult expedition travel and offers no major family-oriented attractions such as water slides, kids’ clubs, or youth facilities. Families who value wildlife exploration and small-group excursions may find the ship suitable for older children and teenagers.
Wellness facilities include a fitness center, spa, sauna, steam room, and relaxation areas. The compact ship also provides outdoor spaces and scenic lounges suited to quiet observation between shore excursions.
The ship provides elevator access between passenger decks and suites with step-free access in selected areas, but expedition landings, Zodiac transfers, uneven terrain, and wet landings can present mobility limitations. Guests should confirm individual accessibility requirements with Silversea before booking.
Silver Origin was designed with Galápagos conservation in mind, including dynamic positioning, sophisticated water purification, refill stations, and lighting controls intended to reduce environmental disturbance. Its expedition equipment and operations are tailored to the protected archipelago.
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View the official Silver Origin deck plans from Silversea Cruises →
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Balcony | Sleeps | Decks |
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| Owner’s SuiteCode O1; aft suite with a wraparound veranda. | Suite | 1 | 1,722 including veranda sq ft | 646 sq ft | 2 | 6 |
| Grand SuiteCodes G1 and G2; the published deck plan identifies one Grand Suite. | Suite | 1 | 1,025 including veranda sq ft | 271 sq ft | 3 | 5 |
| Royal SuiteCodes R1 and R2; the published deck plan identifies one Royal Suite. | Suite | 1 | 897 including veranda sq ft | 305 sq ft | 3 | 5 |
| Silver SuiteCode SL. | Suite | 2 | 536 including veranda sq ft | 109 sq ft | 2 | 5 |
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| South America | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $1,700 | $1,793 | $1,671 | $1,807 | 0 | $2,257 | $1,839 | $1,800 | $1,657 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Silver Origin is registered in Ecuador.
Silver Origin carries about 100 guests with roughly 90 crew.
Silver Origin entered service in 2020.
At 5,800 gross tons and 110 m long, Silver Origin is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 40% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Expedition voyages use relaxed, resort-style clothing by day and Elegant Casual attire in the evening. Formalwear is not required for Silver Origin’s expedition-style operation.
The Restaurant and The Grill are included dining venues, and complimentary in-suite dining is available. The ship has two named restaurants.
Onboard gratuities are included in Silversea’s all-inclusive fare structure.
Wi-Fi is complimentary for all suites. Veranda Suites receive standard Wi-Fi, while Medallion, Silver, Royal, Grand and Owner’s Suites receive premium Wi-Fi.
Accessibility is limited on this expedition yacht. Guests requiring wheel-on or wheel-off access must contact Silversea before booking, and the ship does not publish accessible staterooms for this vessel.
Children younger than five years are not permitted on Silver Origin. The ship has no dedicated children’s facility or childcare program.
