Seabourn Pursuit
This elegant and very capable 264 guest ship boasts innovative design throughout and the unique opportunity to explore Antarctica with its submarines.
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Seabourn were founded four decades ago to offer all-inclusive luxury small-ship cruises, and have been operating in Antarctica since 2013. Their purpose-built expedition ships offer stylish and intimate comfort for guests, backed up by a highly experienced guiding team. The two submersibles on each ship are the ace in the pack, providing a unique way to see polar life beneath the waves.
Swoop’s relationship with Seabourn is based on a mutual belief in offering the very best in luxury Antarctic experiences for our travellers.
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Swoop says
We love working with Seabourn because we know they offer our luxury travellers something that no other operator can: the chance to see Antarctica from below, thanks to their unique submersible tours.
Emma Parry Antarctic Sales Manager
Who are Seabourn?
Seattle-based Seabourn were founded in 1986 with the mission to redefine the all-inclusive small ship luxury cruise experience. Since 2001 they have been a wholly owned subsidiary of Carnival.
Seabourn have been sailing in Antarctic waters since 2013. Their sister ships Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit are two of the newest purpose-built luxury polar expedition ships in the fleet; the naming ceremony for Seabourn Venture took place in Antarctica.
While ocean-front suites and intuitive service are standard, Seabourn also offer a truly unique way to experience Antarctica: diving beneath the waves with their two onboard submersibles on each ship.
Why Swoop loves working with Seabourn
- Seabourn's long-held reputation as a leading luxury cruise brand means we know they'll exceed our client's expectations at every step.
- Their two onboard submersibles offer the chance to explore Antarctica in a completely unique way, getting a penguin’s eye view of life beneath the waves.
- Seabourn’s pre-cruise night in Buenos Aires and charter flights to Ushuaia to join the ship make for a seamless experience for our guests the moment they arrive in South America.
- Their purpose-built expedition ships are designed for enjoying time on board as much as off, with superb amenities including spa and wellness centre and infinity pool overlooking the stern.
- The eight onboard dining option gives the widest gastronomic choice in Antarctica, from gourmet restaurants and a sushi bar to relaxed bistros and afternoon high teas.
- Seabourn’s two ships feel intimate with just 132 ocean-facing suites, all with verandas to give a private polar experience, back with 24 hour in-suite dining
- Personal touches are everywhere on board, from the personal suite attendant to look after guess, to the Swarovski binoculars provided for guests.
- The all-inclusive nature of Seabourn's cruises means that guests don't have to worry about about any end-of-trip bills, including tips.
What Swoop travellers think of Seabourn
Seabourn trips scored 4.6/5 from 13 reviews
Swoop's trips with Seabourn
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