Sylvia Earle
Launched in Autumn 2022, this state-of-the-art ship honours the highly accomplished marine biologist and oceanographer, Sylvia Earle.
Discover MoreSpecial Offers Available: Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
Expert impartial advice at no extra cost: no-nonsense advice on 1500 voyages across 30 ships
The Antarctic Experts. No Compromises: there’s no question we can’t answer
The only B Corp certified Antarctic specialist: so your adventures can be a force for good
A full concierge service, unlike booking direct: we leave nothing to chance in delivering your perfect trip
Special Offers Available: Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
Expert impartial advice at no extra cost: no-nonsense advice on 1500 voyages across 30 ships
The Antarctic Experts. No Compromises: there’s no question we can’t answer
The only B Corp certified Antarctic specialist: so your adventures can be a force for good
A full concierge service, unlike booking direct: we leave nothing to chance in delivering your perfect trip
The Swoop and Aurora Expeditions relationship is one of our most enduring and successful, extending back to an earlier time in Antarctic travel. The partnership has flourished ever since, and we have become their most significant global partner.
Amazing crew and support team. The crew onboard really made the trip. They went above and beyond to give us the best expedition experience at every operation. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
Natalie Gillespie - UK
Masters of their field! Genuine care and their energy and passion are contagious! They are as excited as we are! Linda, Jay are exceptional lecturers/naturalists. Bron /Tarn are great for alpine activities! Mario - good leader who has endless energy and smile. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
John Paul Lotuaco - Panama
Truly the most excellent, attentive, and professional organization I have ever traveled with. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Charles Williams - USA
The expedition team were all dedicated and professional experts. They could not have done better or been more dedicated to making the expeditions all life-changing events. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Charles Williams - USA
Go with Swoop and Aurora! Everything Swoop arranged worked perfectly, excellent communication and advice. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Christopher John Oakley - UK
10/10 - Our staff, both the expedition team and ship staff, were outstanding. Nothing was overlooked. The attention to detail was second to none. The joy and positive attitude of staff each and every day was infectious. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Julia Balogh - USA
10/10 - Aurora was amazing in all ways. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Natalie DeNormandie - USA
Loved everyone! The naturalists were awesome and knowledgeable, the leaders were helpful and were conscientious about our safety and fun. The dining staff were wonderful and doting. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Sylvia Caira - USA
Extremely impressed with Aurora, not just in terms of my enjoyment of the cruise and excursions which were awesome but also (and particularly) with how they seem to treat their staff (crew we encountered seemed pretty happy and were great - testament perhaps to how their employer treats them). Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Louise Johnston - UK
Swoop and Aurora seem to have a very good partnership, focused on the experience and great customer response. Many of our questions were answered very quickly and helped to plan what turned out to be almost a full month of travel with before and after trips. Knowing exactly what to bring for clothing and expeditioning was very helpful. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Michael Iezzi - USA
My tip for people planning an Antarctic trip? Go with Aurora. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2024
Bryce Malsbary - USA
Everyone was so upbeat, kind, open, and open to learn and teach about any topic discussed. It almost felt like they were just another person on the trip with us, rather that “being at work”. We were so happy with everyone that we met! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Katie Hantke - USA
The itinerary, crew, expedition staff and everything that Aurora offered was outstanding. We also really appreciated the extra consciousness to the environment and wildlife, and loved learning about auroras mission and passion in keeping wild places wild. We will definitely do another expedition with them in the future. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Erica McCoy - USA
Hands down a brilliant company from start to finish. Loved all of the expedition team members - they were enthusiastic, friendly, at times very funny, knowledgeable, entertaining - all top class. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Donna Hicks - UK
WOW! They were all so incredible. I can't pick a favorite staff member as they all were kind, informed, and each had their own area of expertise. They made a wonderful team. I felt safe with each and every member, and felt free to ask any questions that I may have had. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Wendy Williamson - USA
Everyone was so nice and passionate about their work. Mario: I miss his morning wake-up calls. I was lucky to get a hug from him on my birthday! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Vera Hui - USA
Excellent service and a company committed to doing right by the planet. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Annie Ferguson - UK
The new ship Sylvia Earle was outstanding, very comfortable in rough seas, service and food outstanding and we will consider another trip on that ship. The Expedition Staff were very friendly, professional and extremely experienced. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
John Youngblood - USA
Sylvia Earle can be very proud of her namesake. I felt safe on the vessel and appreciated that different women were honoured on the different ship levels. I took the time to read about each of them and to look at all the photos throughout the vessel. My cabin was excellent. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Adelle Kopp-McKay - Canada
Greg Mortimer could not have been more delightful. Every part of the ship was beautifully designed and tastefully furnished. And our room was totally lovely, spacious and comfortable. We would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2023
Violetta Gianaras - USA
Aurora was excellent in all ways, and I loved the sail/fly combination.
Travelled: February 2023
Pamela Morris - USA
Aurora Expeditions is an Australian company, and as an Australian I couldn't be prouder in what they have achieved and what they delivered on my trip.
Travelled: February 2023
Mary Hockaday - Australia
10/10 - The Sylvia Earle is beautiful, very comfortable and plenty roomy that you never feel crowded. The large picture windows are wonderful to keep an eye out, wherever you are on the ship. The Staff & Crew were friendly, upbeat and fabulous. We felt well taken care of. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leah Rumbough - USA
Most memorable moment? The landscape, PENGUINS, Sylvia Earle, PENGUINS, seals, the ship team, PENGUINS, other guest we met, how welcome we felt on the ship, PENGUINS... Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leslie Viens - USA
The vessel was excellent and the service levels from all staff were perfect. There was plenty to do, indeed the activities were relentless, hardly had time to use the library or the observation deck before we were off on another expedition, briefing, lecture or dinner with new friends. Aurora are very accomplished at what they do.
Travelled: January 2023
Rick Greer - UK
10 - Aurora was just what we wanted. On ship experience was great. Service, knowledge, captain, Expedition Team. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Susan Boehlke - USA
The Sylvia Earle was a lovely ship, it lived up to my expectations, the trip surpassed my expectations. The cabin was great, the food was amazing, the special nights were very memorable, meeting the Captain, his crew, all the expedition team was wonderful. I loved the Cocktail Hour! I would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Mary Hockaday - Australia
The trip was absolutely fantastic! We had an amazing crew that jam-packed as many landings, activities, and zodiac cruises as possible into just 6 days on the peninsula. I enjoyed the citizen science and many lectures about Antarctic natural and human history. This is an experience that I will never forget! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Maricela Alaniz - USA
I was looking for a casual, more science-oriented expedition cruise. Aurora Expeditions gave me exactly the experience I was looking for! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Maricela Alaniz - USA
Aurora, the ship, the itinerary, the service, and the expedition team and lecturers were all excellent. Really outstanding. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rebecca Klein - USA
It was the right combination of luxury and comfort and excellent expedition leaders and lecturers. We also appreciated Aurora's years of experience in Antartica. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rebecca Klein - USA
The Greg Mortimer provided first class accommodations in my private cabin. There were fine dining choices, perhaps too many, as I was concerned about wasting food. Definitely would recommend this ship. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2022
Doris Sweet - USA
The Greg Mortimer was the perfect size ship for this adventure and the cabin was quite nice. Food was good but probably ate too much! Most important was the staff - they were absolutely wonderful. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2022
Tom Crowley - USA
The staff on the Greg Mortimer exceeded any expectations for the entirety of the trip with their desire to give us the best experience possible in every way, from caring for us, our comfort, our nutrition to our desire for fun, and to see the micro and macro fauna. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2022
Teresa Targosz - USA
The SS Greg Mortimer was a great ship - very new and offering wonderful amenities. The cabins were spacious and offering lovely views and a deck, the food was spectacular and the gym was great as well, top notch, I'd sail aboard again! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2021
Christopher Norton - USA
Overall the trip met our high expectations and we loved every minute. We would gladly take another trip with this provider and this crew as both overdelivered.
Travelled: January 2016
Samarra - Sydney
Review:
Launched in Autumn 2022, this state-of-the-art ship honours the highly accomplished marine biologist and oceanographer, Sylvia Earle.
Discover MoreWith its eye-catching X-Bow design and state-of-the-art onboard technology, the Greg Mortimer is unquestionably redefining the future look of polar expedition ships.
Discover MoreSwoop has had 16 staff members travel with Aurora over the years, giving us a more detailed understanding of their operational competency and uniqueness than any other agent.
Our team has visited Antarctica over 150 times and has 100 collective years of polar experience, so from which trip is right for you to what shoes to bring - there’s no question we can’t answer.
Choosing the right voyage is complicated, Swoop makes it easy. We offer no-nonsense advice on 1500 voyages across 30 ships to find you the right trip, cabin, price - and we don’t charge a fee.
We want to protect Antarctica for future generations - which is why we became a certified B Corp and set up our own conservation fund. So your adventures can be a force for good.
We leave nothing to chance in delivering your perfect trip and have over 6500 happy travellers to show for it. With a dedicated Antarctic co-ordinator & support throughout - you’re in safe hands.
The outstanding calibre of Aurora’s onboard expedition staff remains one of their superpowers. The company has an outstanding stable of team members.
Introducing a few key members you might meet on your voyage:
Amazing crew and support team. The crew onboard really made the trip. They went above and beyond to give us the best expedition experience at every operation. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
Natalie Gillespie - UK
Masters of their field! Genuine care and their energy and passion are contagious! They are as excited as we are! Linda, Jay are exceptional lecturers/naturalists. Bron /Tarn are great for alpine activities! Mario - good leader who has endless energy and smile. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
John Paul Lotuaco - Panama
Truly the most excellent, attentive, and professional organization I have ever traveled with. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Charles Williams - USA
The expedition team were all dedicated and professional experts. They could not have done better or been more dedicated to making the expeditions all life-changing events. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Charles Williams - USA
Go with Swoop and Aurora! Everything Swoop arranged worked perfectly, excellent communication and advice. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Christopher John Oakley - UK
10/10 - Our staff, both the expedition team and ship staff, were outstanding. Nothing was overlooked. The attention to detail was second to none. The joy and positive attitude of staff each and every day was infectious. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Julia Balogh - USA
10/10 - Aurora was amazing in all ways. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Natalie DeNormandie - USA
Loved everyone! The naturalists were awesome and knowledgeable, the leaders were helpful and were conscientious about our safety and fun. The dining staff were wonderful and doting. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Sylvia Caira - USA
Extremely impressed with Aurora, not just in terms of my enjoyment of the cruise and excursions which were awesome but also (and particularly) with how they seem to treat their staff (crew we encountered seemed pretty happy and were great - testament perhaps to how their employer treats them). Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Louise Johnston - UK
Swoop and Aurora seem to have a very good partnership, focused on the experience and great customer response. Many of our questions were answered very quickly and helped to plan what turned out to be almost a full month of travel with before and after trips. Knowing exactly what to bring for clothing and expeditioning was very helpful. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Michael Iezzi - USA
My tip for people planning an Antarctic trip? Go with Aurora. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2024
Bryce Malsbary - USA
Everyone was so upbeat, kind, open, and open to learn and teach about any topic discussed. It almost felt like they were just another person on the trip with us, rather that “being at work”. We were so happy with everyone that we met! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Katie Hantke - USA
The itinerary, crew, expedition staff and everything that Aurora offered was outstanding. We also really appreciated the extra consciousness to the environment and wildlife, and loved learning about auroras mission and passion in keeping wild places wild. We will definitely do another expedition with them in the future. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Erica McCoy - USA
Hands down a brilliant company from start to finish. Loved all of the expedition team members - they were enthusiastic, friendly, at times very funny, knowledgeable, entertaining - all top class. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Donna Hicks - UK
WOW! They were all so incredible. I can't pick a favorite staff member as they all were kind, informed, and each had their own area of expertise. They made a wonderful team. I felt safe with each and every member, and felt free to ask any questions that I may have had. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Wendy Williamson - USA
Everyone was so nice and passionate about their work. Mario: I miss his morning wake-up calls. I was lucky to get a hug from him on my birthday! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Vera Hui - USA
Excellent service and a company committed to doing right by the planet. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Annie Ferguson - UK
The new ship Sylvia Earle was outstanding, very comfortable in rough seas, service and food outstanding and we will consider another trip on that ship. The Expedition Staff were very friendly, professional and extremely experienced. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
John Youngblood - USA
Sylvia Earle can be very proud of her namesake. I felt safe on the vessel and appreciated that different women were honoured on the different ship levels. I took the time to read about each of them and to look at all the photos throughout the vessel. My cabin was excellent. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2023
Adelle Kopp-McKay - Canada
Greg Mortimer could not have been more delightful. Every part of the ship was beautifully designed and tastefully furnished. And our room was totally lovely, spacious and comfortable. We would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2023
Violetta Gianaras - USA
Aurora was excellent in all ways, and I loved the sail/fly combination.
Travelled: February 2023
Pamela Morris - USA
Aurora Expeditions is an Australian company, and as an Australian I couldn't be prouder in what they have achieved and what they delivered on my trip.
Travelled: February 2023
Mary Hockaday - Australia
10/10 - The Sylvia Earle is beautiful, very comfortable and plenty roomy that you never feel crowded. The large picture windows are wonderful to keep an eye out, wherever you are on the ship. The Staff & Crew were friendly, upbeat and fabulous. We felt well taken care of. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leah Rumbough - USA
Most memorable moment? The landscape, PENGUINS, Sylvia Earle, PENGUINS, seals, the ship team, PENGUINS, other guest we met, how welcome we felt on the ship, PENGUINS... Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Leslie Viens - USA
The vessel was excellent and the service levels from all staff were perfect. There was plenty to do, indeed the activities were relentless, hardly had time to use the library or the observation deck before we were off on another expedition, briefing, lecture or dinner with new friends. Aurora are very accomplished at what they do.
Travelled: January 2023
Rick Greer - UK
10 - Aurora was just what we wanted. On ship experience was great. Service, knowledge, captain, Expedition Team. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Susan Boehlke - USA
The Sylvia Earle was a lovely ship, it lived up to my expectations, the trip surpassed my expectations. The cabin was great, the food was amazing, the special nights were very memorable, meeting the Captain, his crew, all the expedition team was wonderful. I loved the Cocktail Hour! I would choose this ship again. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Mary Hockaday - Australia
The trip was absolutely fantastic! We had an amazing crew that jam-packed as many landings, activities, and zodiac cruises as possible into just 6 days on the peninsula. I enjoyed the citizen science and many lectures about Antarctic natural and human history. This is an experience that I will never forget! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Maricela Alaniz - USA
I was looking for a casual, more science-oriented expedition cruise. Aurora Expeditions gave me exactly the experience I was looking for! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Maricela Alaniz - USA
Aurora, the ship, the itinerary, the service, and the expedition team and lecturers were all excellent. Really outstanding. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rebecca Klein - USA
It was the right combination of luxury and comfort and excellent expedition leaders and lecturers. We also appreciated Aurora's years of experience in Antartica. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Rebecca Klein - USA
The Greg Mortimer provided first class accommodations in my private cabin. There were fine dining choices, perhaps too many, as I was concerned about wasting food. Definitely would recommend this ship. Read the full review
Travelled: March 2022
Doris Sweet - USA
The Greg Mortimer was the perfect size ship for this adventure and the cabin was quite nice. Food was good but probably ate too much! Most important was the staff - they were absolutely wonderful. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2022
Tom Crowley - USA
The staff on the Greg Mortimer exceeded any expectations for the entirety of the trip with their desire to give us the best experience possible in every way, from caring for us, our comfort, our nutrition to our desire for fun, and to see the micro and macro fauna. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2022
Teresa Targosz - USA
The SS Greg Mortimer was a great ship - very new and offering wonderful amenities. The cabins were spacious and offering lovely views and a deck, the food was spectacular and the gym was great as well, top notch, I'd sail aboard again! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2021
Christopher Norton - USA
Overall the trip met our high expectations and we loved every minute. We would gladly take another trip with this provider and this crew as both overdelivered.
Travelled: January 2016
Samarra - Sydney
Review:
Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
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