Seven Seas Mariner - Nights of Samba & Tango: Rio to Buenos Aires
Seven Seas Mariner hugs the Brazilian coast from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on this all-inclusive port-a-day voyage, trading Copacabana for the beach village of Buzios, the car-free jungle island of Ilha Grande and an overnight in tango-soaked Montevideo.
Price Range
$$$$$
Ultra-Luxury
*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Regent Seven Seas before booking.
Ship Details — Seven Seas Mariner
View full Seven Seas Mariner detailsYear Built
2001
Tonnage
48,075 GT
Passengers
700
Crew
445
Decks
11
Class
Mariner
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Seven Seas Mariner
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Seven Seas Mariner sailing. Based on 400 discussions.
Seven Seas Mariner is Regent's intimate, original all-suite, all-balcony ship - the vessel that helped define the modern ultra-luxury all-inclusive formula at its 2001 launch. At around 700 guests it's noticeably smaller and more personal than the Explorer-class ships, with a refined, unhurried, quiet atmosphere geared to an older, well-traveled clientele. The headline draw is all-inclusive value - excursions, all beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi, and often airfare - paired with service rated among the best at sea.
What People Love
- Truly all-inclusive fare covering excursions, all drinks, gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, specialty dining, and often airfare
- Outstanding, intuitive crew, with a butler in the top suites
- Prime 7 steakhouse is a repeat standout with no surcharge
Common Complaints
- Ship age (2001) showed before the late-2025 refit, with worn public areas and dated decks
- Maintenance and mechanical gripes including plumbing and toilet issues, plus post-drydock troubleshooting of phones, AC, and TVs
- Smaller standard suites, with the entry Deluxe Veranda around 252 sq ft versus newer ships
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