Signature highlights
Silver Wind carries 24 Zodiac boats and has an ice-strengthened hull for expedition operations. The 2021 conversion also added expedition facilities and reduced guest capacity from earlier configurations.
Silver Wind
Silver Wind is a 274-guest Silversea Cruises cruise ship, in service since 1995. This page lists 51 upcoming departures across 51 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Expedition travelers wanting a small all-suite ship
✓ Passengers who prefer private verandas or ocean-view suites
✓ Luxury travelers seeking included dining and beverages
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Silver Wind at a glance
Best for
- Expedition travelers wanting a small all-suite ship
- Passengers who prefer private verandas or ocean-view suites
- Luxury travelers seeking included dining and beverages
- Guests who enjoy intimate lounges, a pool and spa
- Travelers wanting a compact ship with expedition facilities
Think twice if you want
- Families seeking a dedicated kids club
- Travelers wanting many restaurants and entertainment venues
- Passengers looking for inside cabins or budget accommodations
- Guests requiring extensive accessible-cabin availability
- Travelers who prefer a large resort-style ship
Live Position ● 9 hours ago
Heading to: Puerto WilliamsCurrently on: 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise (9 nights) — Currently at Puerto Williams
Puerto Williams
→ Drake Passage
→ Drake Passage
→ Antarctic Sound
→ Antarctic Peninsula
→ Antarctic Peninsula
→ Antarctic Peninsula
→ Antarctic Peninsula
→ South Shetland Islands
→ King George Island
Coming up
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Silver Wind
Silver Wind is a small luxury expedition ship operated by Silversea Cruises. Built in 1995, she was refurbished in 2018 and underwent a major 2021 conversion that strengthened her hull for ice-class operations. The ship accommodates 274 guests in 149 suites supported by 239 crew. Her intimate scale, butler service, ocean-view accommodations, and expedition equipment make her suited to polar and remote-region voyages while retaining Silversea’s upscale dining, lounges, wellness facilities, and relaxed onboard atmosphere.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Silversea Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- T. Mariotti SpA; hull by Cantiere Navale Visentini
- Registry / flag
- Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- C6FG2
- IMO number
- 8903935
- MMSI
- 308814000
- Draft
- 5.7 m
Onboard Experience
For families
Silver Wind is designed primarily for adults and expedition travelers, with small-ship exploration, Zodiac landings, kayaks, and expedition activities as central features. No substantial dedicated children’s facilities were confirmed.
Pools, spa & wellness
Wellness facilities include the Zagara Beauty Spa, Zagara Beauty Salon, fitness center, heated pool, and whirlpools. The ship also provides outdoor relaxation areas and a pool deck with sun and shade seating.
Accessibility
Public areas include elevators, reception, lounges, dining venues, and wellness facilities, but ship-specific accessibility details should be confirmed directly with Silversea before booking.
Environmental features
The 2021 expedition conversion added an advanced wastewater treatment plant, food-waste treatment equipment, fuel-saving boilers, and a reverse-osmosis water system.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 9
Fitness Centre Zagara Beauty Spa Zagara Beauty Salon Observation Library Spa Jogging Track Open view to Swimming PoolDeck 8
Pool Deck Pool Bar The Grill Panorama Lounge Connoisseur’s Corner Pool Medallion SuiteDeck 7
La Terrazza Owner’s Suite Grand Suite Silver Suite Medallion Suite Deluxe Veranda Suite Classic Veranda Suite Vista SuiteDeck 6
The Show Lounge Conference Room Expedition Office Reception Future Cruise Manager Stage Lobby Royal Suite Silver Suite Deluxe Veranda Suite Classic Veranda SuiteDeck 5
Dolce Vita Boutique Photo Studio Lobby Silver Suite Deluxe Veranda Suite Classic Veranda Suite Vista SuiteDeck 4
The Restaurant La Dame Launderette Vista SuiteDeck 3
Changing Room Medical CentreView the official Silver Wind deck plans from Silversea Cruises →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Balcony | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner’s SuiteCodes O1 and O2; two-bedroom configuration combines with an adjacent Vista Suite. | Suite | — | 587; 827 for two-bedroom configuration sq ft | 89 sq ft | 5 | 7 |
| Grand SuiteCodes G1 and G2; two-bedroom configuration combines with an adjacent Classic Veranda Suite. | Suite | — | 1,019; 1,314 for two-bedroom configuration sq ft | 145; 194 for two-bedroom configuration sq ft | 5 | 7 |
| Royal SuiteCodes R1 and R2; two-bedroom configuration combines with an adjacent Classic Veranda Suite. | Suite | — | 736; 1,031 for two-bedroom configuration sq ft | 126; 175 for two-bedroom configuration sq ft | 6 | 6 |
| Silver SuiteCode SL. | Suite | 3 | 517 sq ft | 92 sq ft | 3 | 5, 6, 7 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 4 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
The Restaurant
Included
The main open-seating dining room serving daily meals.
La Dame
Extra cost
A French specialty restaurant with a tasting-menu format.
La Terrazza
Included
An Italian restaurant offering buffet service at breakfast and lunch and dinner service later in the day.
The Grill
Included
A poolside restaurant serving grilled dishes and salads.
Bars & lounges
Dolce Vita
Varies
A lounge and bar with live piano music.
Pool Bar
Varies
A bar serving drinks beside the pool.
Panorama Lounge
Varies
A forward-facing lounge with panoramic views and piano music.
Connoisseur’s Corner
Varies
A cigar lounge serving cigars and selected spirits.
History & sister ships
- 1995Entered service, built by T. Mariotti SpA; hull by Cantiere Navale Visentini.
- 2018A dry-dock refurbishment updated the public areas, corridors, hallways, staterooms and lounges.
- 2021The ship received an ice-strengthened hull, expedition equipment and extensive renovations to suites, public rooms, the wellness complex, pool and reception areas.
Where Silver Wind sails, month by month
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| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Antarctica | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Canada & New England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Mediterranean | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $1,000 | $989 | $1,100 | $1,879 | 0 | 0 | $781 | $900 | $989 | $1,185 | $1,440 | $1,336 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $11,000 · $1,100/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 12, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $14,750 · $1,475/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $13,950 · $1,395/night
Ports of CallNext: Jul 9, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $9,300 · $930/night
Ports of CallNext: May 7, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $8,450 · $845/night
Ports of CallNext: Apr 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $9,500 · $950/night
Ports of CallNext: Jun 12, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $12,200 · $1,109/night
Ports of CallEdinburgh (Leith), Isle of May, Farne Islands, Lindisfarne Island +10 more
Next: May 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $9,900 · $900/night
Ports of CallNext: May 31, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 51 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 12 Dec 2026
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 25 Oct 2027
- 10 Nights Arctic Cruise 9 Jul 2027
- 10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 7 May 2028
- 10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 27 Apr 2028
- 10 Nights N/A Cruise 12 Jun 2028
- 11 Nights British Isles Cruise 20 May 2027
- 11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise 31 May 2027
- 11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise 9 May 2027
- 12 Nights Arctic Cruise 4 Jul 2028
- 12 Nights N/A Cruise 31 May 2028
- 12 Nights Northern Europe Cruise 22 Jun 2028
- 13 Nights Arctic Cruise 19 Jul 2027
- 13 Nights Arctic Cruise 1 Aug 2027
- 13 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 14 Apr 2028
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 26 Oct 2028
- 14 Nights Arctic Cruise 17 Sep 2027
- 14 Nights Arctic Cruise 25 Jun 2027
- 14 Nights Arctic Cruise 30 Jul 2028
- 14 Nights Arctic Cruise 18 Sep 2028
- 14 Nights Arctic Cruise 16 Jul 2028
- 14 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 17 May 2028
- 14 Nights Northern Europe Cruise 11 Jun 2027
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 22 Dec 2026
- 16 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 23 Apr 2027
- 18 Nights Antarctica Cruise 7 Nov 2026
- 20 Nights Arctic Cruise 22 Aug 2027
- 20 Nights Arctic Cruise 21 Aug 2028
- 21 Nights Antarctica Cruise 9 Mar 2028
- 22 Nights N/A Cruise 10 Sep 2028
- 23 Nights N/A Cruise 14 Apr 2028
- 24 Nights Iceland Cruise 22 Jun 2028
- 26 Nights N/A Cruise 17 May 2028
- 27 Nights N/A Cruise 23 Apr 2027
- 6 Nights Antarctica Cruise 27 Nov 2028
- 6 Nights Antarctica Cruise 14 Jan 2029
- 6 Nights Arctic Cruise 11 Sep 2027
- 8 Nights Antarctica Cruise 4 Dec 2026
- 8 Nights Arctic Cruise 14 Aug 2027
- 8 Nights Arctic Cruise 13 Aug 2028
- 8 Nights Arctic Cruise 10 Sep 2028
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 29 Oct 2026
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 20 Oct 2026
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 12 Dec 2028
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 3 Dec 2028
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 18 Nov 2028
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 9 Nov 2028
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 25 Nov 2026
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 15 Jan 2027
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 5 Jan 2029
- 9 Nights Antarctica Cruise 20 Jan 2029
All Upcoming Departures
Silver Wind FAQ
What flag does Silver Wind sail under?
Silver Wind is registered in Bahamas.
How many passengers does Silver Wind hold?
Silver Wind carries about 274 guests with roughly 239 crew.
How old is Silver Wind?
Silver Wind entered service in 1995 and was last refurbished in 2021.
What is the dress code on Silver Wind?
Expedition voyages generally use Elegant Casual attire in the evening. Daytime clothing is relaxed, while swimwear should be covered in indoor public areas.
Which dining venues are included on Silver Wind?
The Restaurant, La Terrazza and The Grill are included in the standard fare. La Dame is the specialty restaurant and may carry an additional charge or require a reservation.
Are gratuities included on Silver Wind?
Onboard gratuities are included in Silversea’s standard fare structure, although spa-service gratuities may be handled separately.
Is Wi-Fi included on Silver Wind?
Wi-Fi is included in all suite categories. Vista and Veranda suites receive Standard Wi-Fi, while Medallion, Silver, Royal, Grand and Owner’s suites receive Premium Wi-Fi under the expedition-fleet policy.
Is Silver Wind accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?
Accessible suites are identified as Vista Suites 445 and 447. Guests should contact Silversea before booking to confirm mobility, embarkation and shore-excursion requirements.
Does Silver Wind have facilities for children?
The ship does not list a dedicated kids club or children’s facility. Children may use general ship facilities subject to Silversea’s supervision and safety rules.