Seabourn Expeditions: Where Ultra-Luxury Meets the Edge of the Earth

Seabourn Expeditions takes everything travelers love about the brand’s ultra-luxury ocean cruising—intuitive service, fine cuisine, and elegant style—and brings it into some of the world’s most remote and untouched destinations. Aboard their purpose-built expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, guests explore ice, jungle, and open ocean by Zodiac, kayak, or even submarine—all without sacrificing a single comfort.

These ships aren’t just dressed-up cruisers with a few added toys. They are true expedition vessels—equipped for Polar Class exploration and built for adventurers who prefer crystal stemware with their glacial views.

The Expedition Fleet

Seabourn’s expedition fleet currently includes two identical sister ships:

• Seabourn Venture

• Seabourn Pursuit

Each carries just 264 guests, creating an intimate onboard atmosphere. Designed for PC6 Polar Class operation, they’re built for high-latitude voyages and rougher sea conditions, yet maintain a striking level of elegance inside.

These ships are fully outfitted with:

• 24 Zodiacs that can accommodate all guests without rotation

• Double sea kayaks for silent paddling through fjords, ice fields, or coral bays

• Two custom-built submarines for underwater exploration up to 300 meters below the surface

• A state-of-the-art expedition lounge and a dedicated discovery center for enrichment

• Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, including fire pits and infinity-style hot tubs for post-adventure relaxation

Inside, suites are generously sized, most with private verandas, walk-in closets, and marble bathrooms. Common areas maintain Seabourn’s classic yachting feel—elegant but never stuffy.

Where They Travel

Seabourn’s expedition itineraries take guests to far-flung places where traditional ships can’t reach, including:

• Antarctica & South Georgia: With immersive landing days, ice cruising, and expert-led wildlife spotting

• Arctic: Including Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, and Northern Norway

• The Amazon River: Exploring deep into the jungle, where wildlife and indigenous culture abound

• Kimberley Region (Australia): Rugged cliffs, Aboriginal rock art, and waterfalls cascading into the sea

• South Pacific & Indonesia: Including Papua New Guinea, Micronesia, and remote island chains

• The Northwest Passage: One of the most ambitious and sought-after expedition routes in the world

Each sailing features a balance of Zodiac outings, scenic cruising, cultural immersion, and enrichment programming, designed by a world-class expedition team.

The Expedition Experience

Though you’re venturing into wild and remote regions, life on board is curated to Seabourn’s signature style:

• All-suite accommodations with personalized stewardess service

• Gourmet dining across multiple venues, with menus designed by Michelin-starred chef Thomas Keller

• Open bar throughout the ship, including Champagne and top-shelf spirits

• All Zodiac, kayak, and expedition landings included

• An expert expedition team of scientists, naturalists, historians, and guides available throughout your journey

• Daily briefings and lectures in the Discovery Center with floor-to-ceiling screens and real-time expedition updates

• Submarine dives (available for an additional cost), offering once-in-a-lifetime underwater perspectives

Back on board, expedition travelers can warm up with caviar service in the Observation Bar, relax with a massage at the wellness spa, or gather around the firepit on deck with a glass of mulled wine under the midnight sun.

What Makes Seabourn Expeditions Unique?

• Luxury Without Compromise: Seabourn remains unapologetically elegant, even at the ends of the earth. There’s no roughing it here.

• Cutting-Edge Exploration Tools: From 6K underwater cameras in the submarines to Zodiacs that launch quickly for spontaneous wildlife sightings, these ships are geared for real discovery.

• Expert Expedition Team: Each voyage features a deep bench of specialists—ornithologists, glaciologists, marine biologists, archaeologists, and more—who guide your landings and bring the destination to life.

• Polar and Tropical Itineraries: Few expedition lines balance both the icy extremes and lush tropics as seamlessly.

• Curated Experiences: Think helicopter flyovers (on select sailings), submarine dives, and curated cultural visits—all delivered with refined polish and zero chaos.

The Seabourn Expedition Guest

Guests aboard Seabourn Expeditions are sophisticated travelers seeking immersive adventure without sacrificing the finer things in life. They're just as thrilled by the call of a penguin rookery as they are by a perfectly crafted Negroni. Whether new to expedition cruising or seasoned explorers, they expect meaningful exploration, elegant ambiance, and seamless service every step of the way.

Final Thoughts

Seabourn Expeditions offers an unmatched blend of luxury and discovery, transporting guests to the most breathtaking corners of the globe while keeping every detail elevated. From the icy shores of Antarctica to the steamy rainforests of the Amazon, you’ll explore in comfort, style, and depth. For travelers who crave adventure—without giving up Champagne toasts, fine linens, or a world-class culinary experience—Seabourn delivers exploration redefined.

Let’s find your perfect voyage aboard Seabourn Venture or Pursuit—and experience the wild in five-star style.