Sylvia Earle

A new standard

Innovative features of the ship include four sea-level Zodiac launching platforms, designed for speedy embarkation to help maximise time ashore. The vessel also offers a wide range of onboard activities, with a dedicated mudroom, a spacious preparation area, and a separate platform for activity launches.

At the front of the ship, the distinctive glass atrium lounge offers panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows – the perfect spot to relax with a drink, enjoy the scenery, or spot wildlife.

For relaxation and wellness, visit the Wellness Centre featuring gym, sauna, spa, and massage therapy. The heated saltwater open-air swimming pool and Jacuzzis, provide ample opportunities to unwind between landings.

Responsible travel

Operated by AE Expeditions, a certified B Corporation, the Sylvia Earle embodies a commitment to drive meaningful environmental and social change. By travelling aboard the Sylvia Earle, you become part of these efforts to protect our planet.

As a B Corp, AE Expeditions upholds rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. In 2021, the company became Carbon Neutral certified and supports conservation initiatives such as native forest protection in Tasmania.

Through its Ocean Regeneration initiative, AE Expeditions helps restore marine ecosystems by funding the planting of one unit of marine life and the removal of one kilogram of ocean-bound waste for every passenger.

Partnerships with SeaTrees, Veritree, and CleanHub support projects including kelp forest restoration in Canada and Portugal, seagrass meadow recovery in Spain, and coral restoration in Indonesia and Costa Rica.

Anchored in sustainability

Environmentally friendly virtual anchoring technology uses GPS and advanced steering systems to hold position without deploying a traditional anchor, helping protect delicate sea floors from disturbance.

In addition, the Sylvia Earle is designed to minimise its environmental impact, with reduced emissions to air and water, lower energy consumption, high fuel efficiency, minimized light pollution to protect wildlife, and reduced on-board plastic use.

Citizen Science

Get involved in Citizen Science projects both on and off the vessel, contributing to vital research in the remote Polar regions.

Take part in data collection activities such as seabird surveys, phytoplankton studies, whale tracking, and weather mapping, then analyse your findings in the Sylvia Earle’s onboard Science Centre.

These engaging, hands-on projects offer fun opportunities to collaborate, with support from your onboard Citizen Science Coordinator throughout your voyage.