Silver Cloud

Every Silversea Expedition features complimentary expedition activities led by the Expedition Team. Activities such as Zodiac cruises, kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking vary daily for each itinerary. They are dependent on weather and sea conditions and designed for most levels of interest and physical ability.

Age Requirements for Expedition Activities:

• Zodiac Cruises: Minimum age 5 years, accompanied by an adult.
• Snorkeling: Minimum age 12 years, accompanied by an adult.
• Kayaking: Minimum age 14 years when accompanied by an adult, or16 years to participate solo.

As Silversea does not provide childcare services, an adult family member must remain onboard with any child who does not meet the minimum age requirements.

ONBOARD DRESS CODE

To help you prepare for your voyage, we’ve gathered everything you need to know about what to pack and what to wear while onboard.

Find about more in regards to what to pack here.

ASHORE DRESS CODE

The right gear is essential for enjoying the whole experience of your Silversea Expedition without the limitations of weather and other conditions of each remote destination. Clothing that can be layered to accommodate different temperatures is most versatile and comfortable.

The key to dressing for a warm climate is to wear light-colored, loosefitting clothing made of natural fibers. Bright yellows, reds, and whites might attract wasps in some areas when you’re out in the sun. To protect yourself from the sun, make sure to pack a Wide-brimmed hat with chin strap and polarized sunglasses.

Additionally, bring sleeved quick-drying rashguards for water activities, along with your swimwear. Closed-toe water shoes are necessary for wet landings. If you have any sensitive electronic equipment, it’s recommended that you bring appropriate protective cases.

A detailed packing list is provided here.

Each of our ships is equipped with a Medical Centre. Please refer to the Daily Chronicles for opening hours. When docked, supplementary emergency care may also be obtained through local medical facilities. Guests may be charged for medical services and for medications used for their medical treatment. The Medical Centre is not intended or designed to provide ongoing treatment for pre-existing conditions or for extended critical care, and Silversea is not responsible for the diagnosis, treatment or services furnished by shipboard medical personnel. Guests requiring oxygen for medical reasons are welcome to bring an oxygen concentrator onboard. Guests wishing to bring their own portable oxygen tanks must obtain prior written authorisation from Silversea, as restrictions may apply. (For additional details, see the Passage Contract.

At Silversea, the safety of all guests is paramount. To ensure a comfortable environment for all, smoking is prohibited in most public areas, guest suites, and suite balconies. However, cigarette, e-cigarette, cigar, pipe, and vaporizer smoking is permitted in the Connoisseur’s Corner (Deck 8).

Complete valet services, including laundry, pressing and wet cleaning, are available and may be arranged through your butler. Customary charges will apply.

Guests sailing in Owner’s, Grand, Royal, Silver, Medallion suite have complimentary laundry, pressing and wet cleaning

All guests will be granted complimentary, unlimited standard Wi-Fi for one device at a time. Guests sailing in an Owner’s, Grand, Royal,Medallion or Silver suite will receive complimentary unlimited premium Wi-Fi for one device at a time. Standard Wi-Fi is provided at regular satellite speed — ideal for emailing, web surfing, chat or similar. It is not suitable for video, audio calls, or streaming. Premium Wi-Fi access is suitable for all kinds of applications, including video and audio call and streaming.

Premium Wi-Fi is available at an additional charge and will provide access for up to four devices simultaneously. You may use your own laptop to conveniently access the wireless internet and personal email services from the privacy of your own suite, and throughout the ship

Silversea will make every attempt to accommodate guests with special dietary requirements. If you have any special needs, please note them on the Guest Information Form or have your travel agent fax Silversea

Special Services (+ 1 954-356-5881) or email: specialservices@silversea. com at least 120 days before sailing. Extra charges might apply.

Silversea visits ports around the world, including some of the most remote locations available for cruise ships, which significantly vary their ability to accommodate guests with disabilities including those in wheelchairs.

Silversea will attempt to arrange alternative transportation for guests with limited mobility to access port facilities, where available. In each case, the

Master of the vessel make a final determination for all concerned guests regarding the advisability of providing such assistance or disembarking guests or mobility equipment taking into account all appropriate factors, including the port’s conditions, weather conditions, security conditions, and the equipment to be disembarked.

Silversea is pleased to offer unmatched service at sea while offering reasonable assistance to guests who may require additional assistance during their voyage. Please note, however, that we are unable to provide staff fully dedicated to providing guests with wheelchair assistance.

Guests requiring full-time assistance will need to travel with a travel companion who will assist them. 

Itineraries on a Silversea expedition voyage offer many expedition activities that will require guests to have good mobility and be in good overall health.

Some expedition activities may require prolonged periods of physical activity, including standing, walking, hiking, climbing, swimming, diving, or negotiating uneven or slippery terrain. If at any point prior to booking or otherwise sailing on your voyage, you become concerned about your fitness to travel, please contact your local Silversea office, travel agent, or email us directly at specialservices@silversea.com to let us know.

The medical services and medication on board the Vessel is extremely limited and all guests are required to bring an adequate supply of any specific medication needed. All guests will be charged for use of the medical facilities. It is therefore recommended that guests have full travel insurance to cover any medical costs incurred onboard.

Special Assistance

Please note that you are required to complete the special assistance questionnaire found in My Silversea, Guest information Form, Special requests Tab at Silversea.com.

Health Questionnaire

During the boarding process, you will be asked to complete a health acknowledgment form.

Inoculations

Generally, inoculations are not required in most areas where Silversea travels. However, any requirements that may apply are subject to change so we recommend you verify current guidelines with your travel agent before departure. Please note that when travelling to countries which do require vaccinations, written verification will be needed. Before taking any trip overseas, it is wise to check with your doctor, especially if you are under a doctor’s care.

Prescription Medication

For your convenience and wellbeing, you must bring a sufficient supply of any prescription medicine you may need. Prescriptions cannot be refilled onboard, and usually cannot be refilled overseas. To prevent delays in clearing customs, it is also a good idea to travel with a doctor’s letter explaining your prescription medication is required for your continued health. It is also recommended that the medicine remains in its original container with the original pharmacy label intact.

Special Medical Conditions

At Silversea, your health and safety are our priority. If you have any medical conditions that may require our attention, or should you needoxygen for medical reasons while on board, we kindly ask you to provide a written notification at least 60 days before your voyage to the email address specialservices@silversea.com or Fax at 954-356-5881. If you prefer, you may mail Silversea Special Services, 1050 Caribbean Way, 5th floor, Miami FL 33131.

Please note that an oxygen concentrator is the only form of oxygen equipment that Silversea ships can accommodate. Guests wishing to bring their portable oxygen tanks must obtain prior written authorisation from Silversea, as restrictions may apply.

Luggage allowance guidelines/fees vary by airline, airport and/or class of service. Airlines are strictly enforcing these policies and you may be required to pay additional charges at check-in should the weight and size of your luggage be outside the airline’s set policy and/or the number of pieces exceeds the free luggage allowance. Many airlines limit each piece of luggage to 23 kg (50 lbs) or less. Since the airlines change their policies frequently, we strongly recommend that you or your travel/agent contact the air carrier(s) directly for the most up-to-date baggage allowance policies and weight/size restrictions. These policies are updated regularly

We have a selection of complimentary short sleeve wetsuits for adults and children.

Silversea cruise guidelines state that children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult aged 21 or over, in the same or a connecting suite, for the duration of the voyage. Each suite that includes a minor must have at least one adult aged 21 or over present. If the adult accompanying the minor is not their parent, a Parental Consent Guardianship Form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian and received by Silversea prior to sailing. Please contact our Special Services Department at SpecialServices@Silversea.com for a Parental Consent Form.

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to purchase or consume alcohol. Silversea reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who, in its sole judgment, may be under the influence of alcohol or in any circumstance necessary to preserve the health and safety of guests and crew.

Silversea cannot accommodate infants less than six months of age and reserves the right to limit the number of children less than three years of age (Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud, Silver Origin and Silver Wind cannot accommodate children under the age of 5 years). Parents are required to sign a notarized waiver prior to sailing to grant a valid booking for children ages between 6 months and 1 year old. A signed and notarized waiver will be required for all children of these ages.

Although Silversea accepts guests over the age of 6 months (over the age of 5 years for Silversea Expeditions), there are no special programs for children on board our ships, and Silversea does not provide childcare, entertainment, or supervision. Silversea reserves the right to limit the number of children less than 3 years of age.

Children under the age of 8 years are permitted to participate in suitable Shore Excursions or shuttle services only if the vehicles are equipped with the correct safety harness and seating equipment. Child harnesses and secure seating cannot be guaranteed. Silversea reserves the right to refuse children under 8 years old on any tour on the basis of safety. Guests may use their own approved safety seat, booster seat, or harness, provided it is compatible with the local touring vehicle and can properly secure the child.

To ensure guest safety and comfort, the following minimum ages apply to expedition activities:

• Zodiac Cruises: Minimum age 5 years, accompanied by an adult.
• Snorkeling: Minimum age 12 years, accompanied by an adult.
• Kayaking: Minimum age 14 years when accompanied by an adult, or 16 years to participate solo.
• Polar Plunge: Minimum age 12 years, accompanied by an adult.

As Silversea does not provide childcare services, an adult family member must remain onboard with any child who does not meet the minimum age requirements.

Zodiac boats are allowing you to explore places that would otherwise be inaccessible. To reach destinations where there are no piers and for islands surrounded by shallow waters, Zodiacs are the perfect solution. These rigid boats are specifically designed for nature study, and are very rugged, as well as safe, sturdy and durable. They are easy to board, whether at the ship or ashore, and are operated by highly trained crew. A Zodiac is an exceptionally buoyant rubber boat with an inflatable hull of multiple air-filled compartments, a feature that allows the Zodiac to float even should a compartment become deflated. A low centre of gravity makes Zodiacs very stable. Zodiacs are also agile, allowing them to easily come alongside the vessel, and to manoeuvre over reefs and between narrow passages. You will participate in a complete Zodiac familiarisation session upon embarkation during a briefing section held by the Expedition team. Please review these instructions carefully prior to your training session and throughout your Silversea Expedition. Guests will be divided into Zodiac disembarkation groups and will be disembarked in a rotating order. To avoid congestion and confusion, do not proceed to the disembarkation area until your group has been called.

• Silversea’s Zodiac drivers have all had extensive training and experience. They are experts in this aspect of your expedition voyage. Follow their instruction at all times when onboard.
• “Dry Landing” means you will disembark the Zodiac at a dock or other landing platform.
• “Wet Landing” means you will need to step into the water and wade to shore – wear rubber boots or reef/water shoes (for tropical voyages).
• You will be advised of the local weather conditions and the kind of landing (dry or wet) in order to dress with the appropriate clothing and footwear.
• Wear waterproof outerwear — regardless of whether a wet or dry landing.
• Wear the safety vest provided.
• Wear sun protection, especially a high-factor sunscreen and dark, polarised sunglasses.
• Pack your non-waterproof items (camera, binoculars, personal items, etc.) in zip-seal bags, and then place in your personal backpack or complimentary Silversea Expedition backpack.
• Wear your backpack on your back. All other equipment should be handed to the staff/crew member at the top of the gangway before boarding the boats. This will allow your hands to be free for boarding the Zodiac. You will receive your equipment again once you are in the boat and should place it on the floor in front of you so your hands are free to hold onto the ropes. This procedure will be reversed when exiting.
• When embarking and disembarking the Zodiac, firmly grasp the wrist of the staff/crew member that is waiting to assist you before stepping aboard/ashore.
• Remain seated at all times whilst aboard, until otherwise instructed.

Every Silversea Expedition is transformed by our expertise in navigating the most remote and remarkable destinations across the globe. Enjoy our all-inclusive onboard experience and unparalleled service from The Galápagos. Expeditions Experts prepare you for every excursion with conversational lectures and daily briefings — before leading you to the forefront of discovery on guided Zodiac, kayak, and hike tours. The nimble design of our ships allows for seamless entry into hidden coves, and vibrant coral reefs far beyond the path of traditional cruise routes — promising rare encounters with nature in its purest form. Throughout your voyage, enjoy 24-hour butler service and world-class dining, ensuring that every moment on board is defined by comfort, elegance, and exceptional service.