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ABOARD THE SILVER EXPLORER
Unforgettable Adventure. Uncommon Luxury.
Between Two Oceans: Panama Canal ExpeditionPUERTO CALDERA TO COLON
VOYAGE 7208 • 7 DAYS • MARCH 28 – APRIL 4, 2012
SA11595
Visit us at SilverseaExpeditions.com
110 E. Broward Boulevard • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Between Two Oceans
Highlights
• Look for capuchin monkeys, howler
monkeys and three-toed sloth
• Kayak through tropical mangroves
• Hike bio-diverse tropical
rainforest trails
• Identify parrots, macaws, hawks,
hummingbirds, vultures and
the endangered great curassows.
• Visit remote Embera village
in the Darien Jungle
• Search the waters for dolphins
and whales
• Snorkel and swim amidst
colorful sea life
• Transit the Panama Canal
• Overnight in Balboa and Colón
• Learn from our expert Expedition
Staff — including naturalists,
a historian, anthropologist
and oceanographer
ABOARD THE SILVER EXPLORER
Unforgettable Adventure. Uncommon Luxury.
BETWEEN TWO OCEANS
7 DAYS — PUERTO CALDERA TO COLON
MARCH 28, 2012 VOYAGE 7208
Date
28 W Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
29 TH Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica
30 F Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica
31 S Isla Coiba, Panama
APRIL 1, 2012
1 SU Darién Jungle, Panama
2 M Balboa, Panama
3 T Balboa, Panama; Panama Canal Transit; Colón, Panama
4 W Colón, Panama
SOUTH AMERICA
PACIFIC OCEAN
CARIBBEAN SEAPuerto Caldera
Isla deCoiba
Balboa
Darién Jungle
GolfoDulce
PuertoQuepos
Colon••
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All-Inclusive Luxury
Signature Silversea Style
• Small ship expedition,
with only 66 suites onboard
• All ocean-view accommodation
with private bath — the largest
average accommodation size
of any expedition ship
• Superlative service and
genuine hospitality
• Crew to guest ratio of nearly 1 to 1
• Fares include all onboard gratuities
• Expert naturalists and
educational program
• All excursions and adventures ashore
• Open-seating dining
• Gourmet menus by
Relais & Châteaux
• Complimentary fine wines, champagnes
and spirits served throughout the ship
• Complimentary 24-hour room service
• Casual/informal attire —
no formal nights
• Ship-wide Internet access and
cellular phone service (fee applies)
An Explorer’s Central AmericaCruise between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea on this
Commonwealth Club trip with Silversea Expeditions and discover nature’s
remarkable beauty up close and in person. Travel into lush rainforests and
learn of fascinating ecosystems. In these diverse environments, you will
behold an extraordinary array of animals, birds, plants and sea life — many
of which are endemic species found only in this region.
Led by the expert naturalists that comprise the Expedition Team, guests
can encounter capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys and three-toed sloth as
well as a myriad of birds including parrots, macaws, hawks, hummingbirds,
vultures and the endangered great curassow. Scan the sea for whales
and dolphins. Swim and snorkel, or discover the astounding and diverse
underwater world by kayak. Witness the engineering marvel that is the
Panama Canal. Aboard Silver Explorer your authentic journey of discover
will be filled with day after day of one-of-a-kind experiences.
Adventure Travel Meets Luxury RetreatWhen not off exploring nature’s marvels shoreside or cruising through
serene waters by Zodiac, guests are treated to an onboard lifestyle that is
as relaxing as it is stimulating. Settle into a quiet nook with a complimentary
cocktail to exchange ideas with one of the knowledgeable Expedition Team
lecturers or like-minded fellow traveler. With just 132 guests, it’s easy to get
to know your shipmates in an atmosphere that is unregimented and informal.
Expedition guests will enjoy many special amenities usually found only
on larger ships, including a library with Internet café, boutique shopping,
a full-service spa, fitness centre, sauna, live entertainment and two top-deck
whirlpools. Silver Explorer also offers some of the largest accommodations
of any expedition ship, all of which include ocean views, butler service,
and complimentary wines and spirits, as well as marble baths with tubs.
Many suites also have French balconies or private verandas.
Your Expedition Team
Each Expedition Team member is selected
for a particular expertise, and also because
their education, experience and enthusiasm
make them ideal companions for wilderness
adventure. The lecture staff will introduce
you to the history, wildlife, terrain and
cultural customs we expect to encounter
as we reach each thrilling new destination.
Expedition LeadersCONRAD COMBRINK, Senior Expedition Leader
DANIIL ELTERMAN, Assistant Expedition Leader
Lecture StaffCLAIRE ALLUM, Anthropologist
SUE FLOOD, Wildlife Filmmaker
ULI KUNZ, Oceanographer*
HANS-PETER REINTHALER, Botanist*
DR. MARIA PATRICIA SYLVA RODRIGUEZ, Naturalist
MARCO FAVERO, Marine Biologist
SUITE/CLASS PUBLISHED FARE SILVER SAVINGS 60% OFF
OWNER’S $18,495 $9,248GRAND $17,495 $8,748SILVER $15,395 $7,698MEDALLION $14,395 $7,198EXPEDITION $12,395 $6,198VERANDA $10,295 $5,148VISTA $8,795 $4,398VIEW $8,295 $4,148EXPLORER $7,595 $3,798ADVENTURER $7,195 $3,598
An optional Silver Sky Air Programme package is available for an additional $1,199. It includes roundtripEconomy Class airfare from select west coast gateways.
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SUITE CATEGORIES
OWNER’S SUITE...................................n
GRAND SUITE .....................................n
SILVER SUITE.......................................n
MEDALLION SUITE ..............................n
EXPEDITION SUITE ..............................n
VERANDA SUITE..................................n
VISTA SUITE ........................................n
VIEW SUITE .........................................n
EXPLORER CLASS ................................n
ADVENTURER CLASS ...........................n
SPECIFICATIONS
REFURBISHED ................................. 2008
LLOYD’S REGISTERICE-CLASS RATING.............................. 1A
CREW ............................................... 117
OFFICERS............................ International
GUESTS ............................................ 132
TONNAGE ..................................... 6,072
LENGTH.................................... 354 Feet
WIDTH........................................ 52 Feet
SPEED....................................... 14 Knots
PASSENGER DECKS ............................... 5
3RD GUEST CAPACITY ........................s
CONNECTING SUITES702/704, 703/705, 500/502, 501/503,504/506, 505/507, 510/512, 511/513
REGISTRY ................................ BAHAMAS
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The Theatre
ObservationLounge
Whirlpool
The Spa
Whirlpool
Outdoor Grill
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Viewing Deck
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BeautySalon
Launder-ette
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The Restaurant
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Library/InternetCafé
Panorama Lounge
Connoisseur’s Corner
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Deck Plans — Silver Explorer
*English/German-speaking Lecturer