Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic Eclipse II at a glance

Scenic Eclipse II is a 17,545-tonne ultra-luxury expedition ship built in 2023 and operated by Scenic. She carries 228 guests across 10 decks and stretches 168 metres in length — a scale that keeps the onboard atmosphere genuinely intimate while allowing her to carry two helicopters, a custom submersible, Zodiacs and kayaks for expedition use. Sailings currently available through Cruise1st depart from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Santiago de Chile, Chile, exploring South America and Argentina in particular.

Expedition capabilities

What sets Scenic Eclipse II apart from a conventional luxury ship is the breadth of her expedition hardware, all carried aboard and available on select voyages.

• Two helicopters for scenic flights over remote wilderness — bookable for an additional charge
• Scenic Neptune Submersible, a custom-built vessel that takes guests beneath the surface to explore marine landscapes at close range — availability and pricing vary by voyage
• Zodiacs and kayaks included in the onboard programme, bringing guests ashore on wild coastlines and into remote coves

Together these give passengers access to landscapes — above, on and below the water — that a standard itinerary simply cannot reach.

Dining on Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic Eclipse II offers a wide range of restaurants and dining formats, from the main restaurant to specialist venues carrying a separate charge.

Crystal Dining is the ship's main restaurant, serving regional cuisine with open seating and landscape views — included in your cruise fare. Yacht Club provides a relaxed all-day alternative: breakfast and casual lunch by day, and a bistro setting in the evening, also included. For poolside grazing, Azure Bar & Café serves light meals with views over the pool deck.

Guests seeking a more focused culinary experience will find several specialist venues. Elements presents a seasonal tasting menu of modern international cuisine — reservations are required and à la carte charges apply. Beside it, the Chef's Table @ Elements seats a small group for a multi-course paired-wine dinner, with both the menu and wines charged separately. Lumière offers refined French courses in an intimate setting, also with a cover charge. For Asian cuisine, Koko's Asian Fusion delivers pan-Asian dishes and street-food-inspired small plates à la carte, while Sushi @ Koko's focuses on freshly prepared sushi and sashimi at the counter. The Night Market @ Koko's — a relaxed street-food-style grazing venue — is included in the fare. Guests booked into a suite also have access to complimentary In-Suite Dining, available around the clock via their butler.

Bars and social spaces

Four bar and lounge venues provide options from casual to celebratory. The Scenic Lounge Bar is the social hub, with cocktails and live music in a relaxed setting. The Sky Bar sits on the upper deck beside the Vitality Pool, offering panoramic open-air sea views. Lumière Champagne Bar stocks a selection of premium champagnes and aperitifs in an elegant setting. Forward-facing and purpose-built for scenery, the Observation Lounge gives unobstructed views of passing coastlines — ideal on any expedition leg. Beverages at each venue carry their own charge unless you hold a beverage package.

Wellness: Senses Spa

The Senses Spa complex brings together treatment rooms, thermal areas, relaxation zones and a salon under one roof. Guests can use the Infrared Sauna and the Salt Therapy Room at no charge; individual spa treatments, therapies and the services of the Senses Spa Salon — covering haircuts, styling, manicures and pedicures — carry a separate cost. The Fitness Centre is open to all guests, with most group classes included and specialist sessions or personal training available for an additional fee. On deck, the Vitality Pool is a heated pool on the Sky Deck, surrounded by sun loungers with open sea views.

Entertainment on board

The Theatre hosts live performances, expert talks and destination briefings — all included with your cruise and designed to enrich understanding of the places you visit.

Cabins and suites on Scenic Eclipse II

All accommodation on Scenic Eclipse II takes the form of suites. At the pinnacle of the range, the Owner's Penthouse Suite spans 195 m² and accommodates two guests, featuring a private spa pool and an expansive private terrace. Full details of every grade, including deck plans, are on the Scenic Eclipse II cabins and deck plans page.

Booking Scenic Eclipse II with Cruise1st

Every sailing on Scenic Eclipse II departs from ports in South America — Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro or Santiago de Chile — which means all guests will need to fly to join the ship. At Cruise1st, the cruise is the middle of a longer trip: we book the flights, the hotel either side and the transfers, as one holiday, through our Cruise1st Packages service. Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to help you choose the right cabin grade and fare inclusions — and every booking is covered by our Best Price Guarantee.

Common questions about Scenic Eclipse II

What is included in the cruise fare on Scenic Eclipse II?

The cruise fare covers all meals at Crystal Dining, Yacht Club and Night Market @ Koko's, use of the Vitality Pool, Fitness Centre (most classes), Infrared Sauna, Salt Therapy Room, Observation Lounge, Theatre shows and lectures, Zodiacs and kayak excursions, and — for suite guests — round-the-clock in-suite dining. Specialist restaurants such as Elements, Lumière and Koko's Asian Fusion carry à la carte or cover charges, as do spa treatments, helicopter flights and the Scenic Neptune Submersible on applicable voyages.

Which cabin should I book on Scenic Eclipse II?

All accommodation is suite-class. The Owner's Penthouse Suite at 195 m² is the ship's flagship option, with a private spa pool and expansive terrace. For the full range of grades and layouts, the cabins and deck plans page shows every option in detail — or call our Australian cruise experts seven days a week for a personal recommendation.

Where does Scenic Eclipse II sail from, and do I need to fly?

Current sailings depart from Buenos Aires in Argentina, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, and Santiago de Chile in Chile. All three are international ports, so Australian guests will need flights to join the ship. Cruise1st can arrange flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels and transfers as a single package — our team will handle the whole itinerary in one booking.

How long are the sailings, and when do they depart?

Sailings available through Cruise1st run from late September 2026, with voyages of up to 21 nights. The majority of itineraries focus on South America, with Argentina featuring prominently. Prices start from A$30,880pp*.

Is there another Scenic expedition ship I could consider?

Yes — Scenic Eclipse is the other ship in the Scenic expedition fleet, and its page covers its own itineraries, cabins and facilities in full. Both operate under the same Scenic brand; the right choice depends on timing, itinerary and cabin availability, and our team can talk through both with you.