Silver Discoverer Ship Review

Ultra-luxury cruise operator Silversea, renowned for its prestigious ships and exotic locations, now sails to even more remote and stunning destinations with the arrival of its newest expedition ship, the 128-guest Silver Discoverer.
See Silver Discoverer Is Christened In Singapore As Silversea Cruises Celebrates 20 Years
Aboard Silver Discoverer, guests will be able to explore remote areas of Micronesia, Melanesia, Polynesia in addition to the Russian Far East, Southeast Asia, New Zealand and Australia, including one of its hidden treasures, the Kimberley. This vast area in North West Australia is three times the size of England and three-fifth the size of Texas.


Introducing, Silver Discoverer
Silver Discoverer at Marina Bay Cruise Terminal. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


On Silver Discoverer
In Singapore, christening Silversea Expeditions' third vessel, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Veranda Suite, Silver Discoverer
Veranda Suite Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Introducing, Silver Discoverer
Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


New carpet colors, Silver Discoverer
A new color scheme: blue carpets instead of red on Silver Explorer . © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Deck 5 corridor, Silver Discoverer
The view down Deck 5 corridor on Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


View Suite,, Silver Discoverer
View Suite, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Explorer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
In Singapore, christening Silversea Expeditions' third vessel, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Conrad Combrink, Silver Discoverer
Conrad Combrink, director expedition cruises. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Bridge Deck, Silver Discoverer
On Bridge Deck. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Culinary Director Rudi Scholdis
Culinary Director Rudi Scholdis showing Silversea's commemorative bottle of Prosecco, specially made — and served throughout the fleet — for Silversea's 20th anniversary this year. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Local specialities, Silver Discoverer
Local specialities will be on the menu. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


The Discoverer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
The Discoverer Lounge. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


The Discoverer Lounge, Silver Discoverer
The Discoverer Lounge. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer
Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer
Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Culinary Director Rudi Scholdis, Silver Discoverer
Culinary Director Rudi Scholdis in the main dining room. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Enlarged fitness center, Silver Discoverer
An expansive gym, with views, on the top deck. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Pool, Silver Discoverer
Silver Discoverer has an aft pool, perfect for cooling off in warm climates. The new vessel also features Silversea's Signature outdoor dining venue, The Grill. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Corridor Silver Discoverer
Many of the framed photographs were taken by Silver Discoverer expedition team. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer
Medallion Suite, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Veranda Suite, Silver Discoverer
Veranda Suite Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle


Reception Desk, Silver Discoverer
Reception Desk, Silver Discoverer. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle
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In March 2014, the small-sized ship, the eighth in Silversea’s fleet, became part of the Silversea Expeditions fleet, which already included Silver Explorer and Silver Galapagos. Since launching in 2008, Silversea Expeditions has established itself as the world’s leading, ultra-luxury expedition cruise line enabling guests to view extraordinary scenery; get closer to marine life and wildlife; as well as viewing first-hand some of the world’s last wildernesses in a manner that is sympathetic to the environment. All this is offered aboard authentic expedition ships with some of the world’s leading expedition experts.
Silver Discoverer underwent a major refurbishment prior to entering service in March of 2014. Accommodations consist of five suite categories. She can accommodate up to 128 guests and has extensive facilities on board including 12 Zodiac boats and a glass-bottom boat for unique exploration of marine life; a swimming pool; a gym and beauty salon; a restaurant and pool grill; a lecture room for in-depth stories and briefings about the destinations and a panoramic lounge. She measures 5,218 tons, is 338 feet long and 51 feet wide.
Guests will benefit from the huge knowledge and experience of the highly qualified Silversea Expeditions team consisting of 11 experts, from expedition leaders, divemasters and marine biologists to historians, geologists and naturalists.
Check out our full, deck-by-deck photo tour of Silver Discoverer.

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