Seabourn celebrated a historic moment when two of its ultra-luxury expedition ships, Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, met for the very first time in Antarctica.
The two purpose built sister expedition ships sailed side by side together as they met at the entrance to the picturesque Neko Harbour, celebrating Seabourn Pursuit’s maiden season in Antarctica. Guests and team members gathered on the expansive bow of each ship to commemorate the historic meeting, as caviar and champagne were served onboard.
“It was a very exciting day, and we could not think of a better way to commemorate our first trip to Antarctica than meeting up with our sister ship, Seabourn Venture. Many close friends and colleagues from each ship cheered and toasted to each other as we embarked on our expeditions to Antarctica, marking a new era in ultra-luxury expeditions.”
Stig Betten, Captain of Seabourn Pursuit
Seabourn Pursuit has only just embarked on its maiden season in Antarctica, while Seabourn Venture is now beginning its second season sailing the icy continent. Both ships will operate 11- to 13-day voyages to Antarctica, as well as 21-day voyages to South Georgia, Falkland Islands, and Antarctica.
These once-in-a-lifetime itineraries will offer included Zodiac outings to cruise among icebergs, observe penguin colonies up close, and join the ship’s Expedition Team to walk and hike across untouched and rarely seen landscapes. Additionally, optional kayaking and submarine excursions will also be available.
“It was an incredible ‘Seabourn Moment’ for our Seabourn Venture guests and crew as we welcomed Seabourn Pursuit to Antarctica for her first season. Seeing our two ships sail side by side at the start of our Antarctica season solidifies the fact that we at Seabourn are able to introduce so many more individuals to breathtaking, remote destinations that few will ever visit.”
Jeroen Schuchmann, Captain of Seabourn Venture
Both Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit offer the same luxurious small ship experience the Seabourn guests have come to love, enhanced by world-class equipment that allows the line to offer its widest range of expedition activities led by an expert 24-person expedition team of elite, world-renowned scientists, scholars, naturalists, and more.
Onboard both ships, there is close to 30,000 square feet of deck space and special touches at every turn, as well as indoor and outdoor guest areas with nearly 270-degree views. Furthermore, a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera is mounted on the mast of the Constellation Lounge, capable of broadcasting imagery from miles ahead on monitors located throughout the ship and in guest suites.
The ultra-luxury expedition ships are also equipped with enhanced WiFi connectivity using SpaceX’s Starlink, providing guests with faster service, greater connectivity, and more reliable internet connection wherever these services are available.
Just like the rest of the ships in Seabourn’s fleet, Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture offer an abundance of space and elegance, eight dining experiences serving gourmet cuisine, plus luxurious all-suite accommodations, including a pair of two-level Wintergarden suites.
“Watching our two purpose built ultra-luxury expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, next to each other, and watching our guests raising champagne to each other with a breathtaking backdrop of Neko Harbour made me so proud. We truly brought this dream to life and redefined expedition experiences.”
Natalya Leahy, President of Seabourn
