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Seabourn Expedition Cruises

Seabourn’s ultra-luxury cruise experience is now offered in the expedition world to give you a cruise like no other. Seabourn Venture is purpose-built to cruise in unprecedented and complete and elegance in the most unspoiled, remote and coveted destinations of the world. Onboard, you’ll find like-minded guests and a sense of community will be fostered from the exciting activities you’ll partake in and the wonders you’ll see. And you’ll experience them all in the exceptional service synonymous with Seabourn.

On a Seabourn expedition cruise, you’ll experience the world like never before; you’ll sail along jungle rivers in Zodiacs under the watchful eye of local birds; you’ll reach the icy ends of the earth in the Arctic and Antarctic polar regions and you’ll kayak your way through crystal-clear waters, home to abundant coral. Visit the Inca sites, Amazonian villages and see Viking ruins. Meet walruses and seals and watch a pod of whales swim by. Plunge into the depths of the oceans in a submarine and be transported to another land. Snorkel amongst shimmering tropical fish and hear the boom of earth-shaking waterfalls as the reward for your trek up to them.

With a Seabourn expedition, you’ll see the world through different eyes and experience sights you never thought possible.

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Seabourn Expedition Itineraries

What's included with your Seabourn Expedition Cruise?

All-inclusive by definition, a Seabourn expedition cruise includes everything you require and so much more besides:

Dining

All-inclusive dining allows you to eat at all 8 of the venues onboard your expedition cruise

Complementary Drinks

Drinks from wines, to beers, spirits, teas and coffees are all included

Butler service

Personal suite stewardesses are on hand to cater for your every need

Wi-fi

Included in certain suites

Gratuities

There is no need for additional tipping whilst onboard

Excursions

Shore excursions of all types, both general and special interest

Excursions are an additional charge on Seabourn Cruises.

Treatments in the spa, each of the onboard shops and the casino all carry additional charges onboard a Seabourn cruise.

Things to do onboard

Dining and drinks onboard

Seabourn are known for more than 30 years of culinary excellence, Seabourn Venture is committed to offering dining options that live up to this same experience. The cuisine is inspired by the world you will explore, with a range of local and international favourites all expertly paired with wines to match. The menus can be tailored to individual tastes and dietary requirements too. Meals on this ship are meant to be memorable as well as flexible – you can dine when and with whom you desire in all of the 8 venues from a full-service dinner, to a casual al fresco breakfast.

  • The Restaurant – this elegant venue offers open-seating fine dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • The Colonnade – an informal location for buffet or table service breakfast and lunch. Dinner will be served at your table and includes family-style menus by Michelin-starred chef Thomas Keller
  • The Patio – weather permitting this is casual lunchtime al fresco dining
  • Sushi in The Club – freshly made sushi is available to order here each night
  • Seabourn Square – this sociable haven offers pastries, sandwiches, gelati and specialty coffees all day and into the evening
  • Pantry in the Bow Lounge – this is a self-service spot for freshly prepared snacks, and is also the place for early-risers to enjoy their pastries and drinks, to indulge in a lavish afternoon tea or have some tapas at cocktail hour
  • 24-hour in-suite dining – a varied menu is always available and you can even have a multi-course dinner served in your suite or on your veranda from The Restaurant

You’ll also enjoy complimentary beverages, wine and spirits throughout the trip, including inventive craft cocktails developed by master mixologist Brian Van Flandern.

Onboard Accommodation

All veranda, all ocean-front suites, each has

  • A private veranda
  • Custom-made mattress, luxury cotton linens, duvet for all seasons and a choice of pillows
  • Plenty of storage including walk-in wardrobes with bathrobes, slippers and a safe
  • In-suite bar with complimentary drinks including wines and spirits at your request
  • Interactive entertainment with TV, films and music
  • Spa bath (full-sized bathtub), shower, and Molton Brown bath products that also has an exclusive signature scent which has been custom-made for Seabourn
  • Complimentary PressReader® app to give you access to your preferred papers and magazines on your device
  • Seabourn-exclusive Swarovski® binoculars
  • A personal suite stewardess to ensure everything is as you wish
  • A heated jacket wardrobe – take a warm coat for the cool mornings or hang your wet items to dry quickly after your day adventuring

Your Suite options include:

  • Veranda Suite – 355 sq ft to 689 sq ft
  • Panorama Veranda Suite – 420 sq ft
  • Penthouse Suite – 527 sq ft to 624 sq ft
    They include the Veranda Suite amenities but also:
    • Private sleeping area with another HDTV
    • Fresh flowers
    • Full-sized Molton Brown products
    • Additional Pure Pampering℠ bath products
    • Nespresso® machine with coffee pods
  • Penthouse Spa Suite – 527 sq ft
    They include all Veranda Suite amenities plus:
    • Private sleeping area with another HDTV
    • Fresh flowers
    • Full-sized Molton Brown products and Spa selection
    • Additional Pure Pampering bath products
    • Nespresso® machine with coffee pods
    • Welcome Basket
    • Oversize Spa shower with rainfall shower head
    • Health bar with waters and juices
    • Tea kettle with selection of teas
    • Daily smoothie served with breakfast in your suite
    • Spa Concierge Services
    • Soothing music and essential oil diffusers
    • Bathroom Scale
    • Spa snack mix
  • Signature Suite – 1,377 sq ft
    They include all Veranda Suite amenities plus:
    • Foyer entry to living space with HDTV
    • Dining table to seat four people
    • Guest bathroom
    • Pantry with bar and large windows
    • Separate bedroom with queen-sized bed, vanity area, ample wardrobe space and a glass door
    • 595 square foot curved veranda with a canopied whirlpool spa tub, sofa, sun loungers and chairs
    • A five-piece bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub
    • Complimentary WiFi
    • Enhanced in-suite bar
    • Welcome flowers
    • Large fruit selection
    • Nespresso® machine and coffee pods
    • Luxurious bathrobe and slippers
    • Daily newspaper or digital news as desired
    • Complimentary private car transfer (up to 50 miles)
  • Owner’s Suite – 1,023 sq ft
    They include all Veranda Suite amenities plus:
    • Entry with large wardrobe to store expedition items plus your personal belongings
    • Comfortable living area with HDTV, writing desk and a dining table for two to take meals in your suite
    • Curved veranda with a glass-door where you’ll find sun loungers and a table for four
    • Separate bedroom with queen-sized bed which also has its own HDTV, a large window, makeup vanity area and a walk-in wardrobe
    • Five-piece bathroom with multiple doors that can create a half-bathroom, and also features a separate shower and bathtub
    • Complimentary WiFi
    • Enhanced in-suite bar
    • Welcome flowers
    • Large fruit selection
    • Nespresso® machine and coffee pods
    • Luxurious bathrobe and slippers
    • Daily newspaper or digital news as desired
    • Complimentary private car transfer (up to 50 miles)

The two-storey expansive Wintergarden and Grand Wintergarden suites provide the ultimate in accommodations and amenities:

  • Wintergarden – 1,044 sq ft
    This stunning and large apartment-style suite stretches over two decks and can be found mid-ship. You’ll enter to double height views and it offers a generous living area on the lower level. There’s space to entertain with a dining table to seat four and there’s also a separate guest bathroom and pantry with bar that houses the drinks you personally prefer. A sculptured staircase will take you to the nest level where you’ll find the master bedroom and its queen-sized Duxiana Axion 15 adjustable high-performance sleep system. From this bed, you’ll have incredible views thanks to the expansive windows it faces. Your huge wardrobe space has a roll-up LG OLED TV and the separate walk-in wardrobe is next to the five-piece bathroom that is home to a whirlpool spa bath and separate shower. You’ll enjoy spotting the local wildlife with a tripod-mounted Swarovski ATX Interior spotting scope with a 25-60x85 lens capability. A Bang & Olufsen Beolab 5 speaker system and Bang & Olufsen H4 Bluetooth headphones are for your use too whilst onboard.
  • Grand Wintergarden – 1,399 sq ft
    With all the features of the Wintergarden, the Grand Wintergarden also includes a separate guest bathroom on the lower level with a second bedroom too.

Spa, Health and Wellness

The onboard wellness program, Spa & Wellness, focuses on major pampering in addition to a mindful living ethos. It is carried through a whole range of activities and experiences, all offers by wellness experts on the ship. You can take part in the full programme or you can pick and choose what you wish to do such as a workout in the well-equipped, state-of-the-art fitness centre.

For those of you who do wish to develop their spiritual well-being, you can experience a great deal from this first ever program of its kind on the waves. It is based on ground-breaking research and bestselling books from Dr. Weil and covers a holistic mind and body approach. You can benefit from:

  • A specially-trained Mindful Living Coach
  • Sessions in Yoga and guided meditation
  • Seminars in Nutrition, Pain Management, Creative Aging, Integrative Medicine and more
  • Mindful Living Excursions ashore, escorted by specialists

Furthermore, Seabourn Venture’s onboard spa offers:

  • Massages, detox treatments, cleansing and wrap services all conducted by skilled therapists
  • Fitness centre with equipment for a range of exercises
  • Beauty treatments for men and women including hair styling, manicures, pedicures and facials
  • A Fitness Director to assess you and who will recommend appropriate fitness regimes
  • A feature which is new to Seabourn and unique to Seabourn Venture – a sauna with floor-to-ceiling views for the ultimate in relaxation

The Spa & Salon is an onboard oasis which will provide with a glamorous new look or even a whole new outlook on life. Pampering or unwinding – the choice is yours.

You can also make use of the outdoor infinity pool and therapeutic whirlpools to relax your muscles after a day filled with fun and adventure.

Excursions, entertainment and activities

It is only right that a world-class expedition ship should have a world-class Expedition Team, delivering immersive experiences throughout your time onboard. And that’s just what you will find onboard Scenic Venture. They will lead you in a range of activities and both general and special interest excursions including:

  • Hiking – from ancient Inca sites to shining blue-white glaciers, offshore treks are made to highlight the most stunning highlights of the destinations and all will be with a guide to teach you about the history, culture and ecology of the places you trek to.
  • Mountain bikes – in explore uncharted territory on a well-built and well-maintained mountain bike. Glide past the views of country lanes, winding trails and city streets.
  • Snorkelling – if you’re not scuba qualified, this is a great way to see beneath the surface in the warmer destinations. You’ll be led by a guide who will take you to interesting sites and keep you safe.
  • Scuba diving – really get to the heart of the ocean with expert-led scuba sessions in warm-weather regions.
  • eBikes – if you want to cover a larger area on two wheels, the ebikes allow that! You can also stop at any point to take in the sights you want to see more of.
  • Zodiacs – these boats are simply made for scenic cruising and landing in areas which are too remote for ships. You’ll get up close and personal to the natural wildlife and landscapes of the stunning regions you visit

Shore excursions

The key offering is Ventures By Seabourn® - optional shore excursions to enhance and extend your experience in select destinations. During select cruises, the insider knowledge and relationships of the Expedition Team members help you gain access to memorable sites and experiences. Whilst onboard, the Expedition Team provides valuable insights in formal presentations and in casual conversations over meals or at leisure.

Other activities can be found in The Bow Lounge. It’s the perfect place for guests to observe marine life and within seconds you can be outside, getting even closer to your surroundings. You can watch the world sail by and even benefit from advanced technology such as touch screens to show you exactly where you are plus navigational charts and other information the ships uses to guide it. You’ll see live footage of what’s going on outside thanks to external cameras and even a drone! There’s even information about the next expedition on the list so you can look forward to it.

Members of the Expedition Team will also be found in the Lounge and will be available for you to ask questions and they will even help you spot the local wildlife.

Enrichment Programmes

The Discovery Center is the hub for teaching & academia and is designed to mimic some of the landscapes visited. It can accommodate all the guests onboard at once and you will enjoy inciteful lectures, briefings and Seabourn Conversations as part of the programme designed to enrich your expedition. All of this will be delivered by your world-class Expedition Team of 26 experts in fields such as history, science and nature and they will cover a huge range of topics within their fields.

Enormous high-definition screens will bring these lessons to life and will get you excited for what you will see on your trips or indeed will remind you of what you have just seen. You’ll get to see submarine footage too, giving you a closer look at the marine life beneath your ship.

Optional activities include:

  • Kayaking – led by members of our Expedition Team, the shoreline and shallow-water kayaking excursions are treasured by guests who want to get up close and personal and truly be one with nature as you noiselessly glide by.
  • Submarine – custom-built for the Seabourn Venture, two state-of-the-art submarines, operated by the renowned experts on the Expedition Team, add a whole new facet of adventure to the Seabourn experience. From them, you’ll see a different world from towering ice cliffs to coral reef walls. They’re one of the best examples of Seabourn’s commitment to breaking boundaries and going beneath the surface.

Sustainability

Seabourn provide unforgettable experiences around the world and as such, they are very mindful they have on these often-remote destinations. Not only do Seabourn care for the guests onboard to give them the voyage of a lifetime, they also work hard to respect the places they visit to ensure that meaningful travel does not harm any environments. They constantly seek to understand the effect they have in order to reduce any negative impact and will continue to improve their performance to ensure long-term sustainability.

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