SEATTLE, Feb. 23,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the
leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has unveiled
a program of new exciting expedition voyages for summer 2024 and
winter/spring 2025 on its two new purpose-built expedition vessels,
Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. Both ships
will explore remote corners of the globe, from the South Pacific
and Antarctica to the Arctic,
Greenland, Iceland and more. The program also includes
the line's first visit to the Kimberley region in northern
Australia, where Seabourn
Pursuit will travel between June and August 2024.
In addition to the Kimberley, Seabourn Pursuit will visit
Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and sail to the South Pacific from
Chile to Melanesia between March
and October 2024. Meanwhile, sister
ship Seabourn Venture returns for another season in the
United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Greenland, Iceland and the Canadian Arctic. Both
ships will sail to the "The Great White Continent" at the end of
2024 and early 2025. All of the new 2024 and 2025 expedition
voyages are now on sale, with full itinerary details available at
www.seabourn.com.
"These new expeditions are going to be thrilling and offer so
many opportunities for guests to discover the natural and cultural
wonders found in some of the farthest corners of the planet,
including our first-ever visit to the Kimberley in Australia," said Robin West, Vice President and General Manager
of Expeditions. "Best of all, guests will be experiencing
everything in the company of Expedition Team members who will bring
the wonders of each destination to life. We're looking forward to
many 'Seabourn Moments' with our guests, filled with thoughtful
experiences for reconnection, discovery and adventure."
Seabourn Pursuit sails to the Kimberley and South
Pacific
The Kimberley
With ancient, otherworldly
landscapes, wildlife from short-eared rock-wallabies to flying
foxes, and Aboriginal culture that traces back some 50,000 years,
the Kimberley is an experience all its own in northernmost
Western Australia. With the
Expedition Team geared to lead Zodiac rides to Horizontal
Waterfalls and guided hikes to surreal sandstone escarpments,
spectacular gorges, and visits with the Traditional Landowners to
see primeval caves tagged with rock art, Seabourn Pursuit
will offer six 10-day voyages to the region between Broome and
Darwin in June, July and August
2024.
Highlights include:
- Immersion in the remote Indonesian island of Matakus, with
sandy beach access to swimming and snorkeling above coral in the
Timor Sea.
- Visits to incredibly remote settings such as the Bungle
Bungles, El Questro National Park, and the Ord River.
- Exploration of King George
Falls, dual waterfalls and the highest in Western Australia, and miles-long Zodiac rides
through rivers and sandstone gorges crowded with incredible
geological formations.
- Talbot Bay, offering once-in-a-lifetime viewing of the
Horizontal Waterfalls, while incredible "boab" trees will provide
backdrops for photography and local stories.
- Helicopter viewing of the Hunter River and the Kimberley en
route to the triple falls of Mitchell Plateau.
- Montgomery Reef, an ancient and
biologically rich reef formed some 1.8 billion years ago and
recognized today as one of the most significant geological marine
environments in the Kimberley.
Papua New Guinea &
West Papua
Seabourn
Pursuit will operate a series of 15-day voyages to the
Papua New Guinea and West Papua in May and June and again in August
and September 2024, with combination
voyages up to 35 days also available. Some of the world's most
incredible snorkeling and diving wait at protected reefs off the
mainland and islands surrounding Papua
New Guinea and West
Papua.
Guests will be welcomed warmly ashore at the village of Watam
near the Ramu River, where traditional homes constructed of sago
palm line the banks; front row seats for the sacred Baining Fire
Dance at Rabaul under an active volcano on the island of New
Britain; and mixing with locals in the matrilineal society of the
Trobriand Islands, where yams are a form of currency. The itinerary
also includes a rare visit to Agats, built on stilts amid a river
that swells with the rising tide, as well as exploration of the
Misool, Wayag, and Gam Islands, part of Raja Ampat ("Four Kings")
of Indonesia, characterized by
limestone rock formations called karsts that rise from the sea, and
some of the most bio-diverse tropical waters on the planet.
The South Pacific from Chile
to Melanesia
In March and April and again in September and
October 2024, Seabourn Pursuit
will sail between the islands of the South Pacific and the coast of
Chile via a series of voyages of
14, 17, and 20 days, with combination voyages of up to 37 days also
available.
Voyage itineraries will offer guests a wealth of opportunities
for adventure, such as exploring the remote Juan Fernandez
Archipelago off the coast of Chile, where dramatic and rocky coastlines
harbor pink-footed shearwaters and fur seals; spending time at
Easter Island with travel to the quarry where volcanic rock was
excavated to carve the haunting moai that look longingly from the
island's perimeter; visiting the volcanic islands of the
Pitcairn group across hundreds of
miles of ocean; visiting Marae Taputapuatea on Ra'iatea Island
in French Polynesia, an incredible
destination once considered the most important religious site in
the region; and arriving ashore at the remote Yasawa Islands of
Fiji to explore the incredible
limestone formations of the Sawa-I-Lau Caves. Mysterious Ambrym
Island and Pentecost Island of Vanuatu are also on itineraries.
Seabourn Venture heads north to the Arctic
The
United Kingdom & Ireland
Seabourn
Venture will offer three 14-day voyages between
Greenwich (London) and Leith (Edinburgh) in April and May 2024, with two different itineraries and
availability for combination voyages up to 28 days.
See world-renowned Tresco, home to the subtropical Abbey
Gardens; Iona, where St. Columba established an Abbey in the year
563, with a Zodiac cruise to Staffa to look into naturally acoustic
Fingal's Cave; and explore remote
St. Kilda, a fascinating double UNESCO World Heritage Site on the
edge of the world. Other highlights include the ancient
archaeological treasures of Neolithic sites on the Orkney Islands; explorations of the vast
seabird colonies of Copinsay by Zodiac and the rugged landscapes of
tiny Lochinver in the Scottish Highlands by foot; and visits to
Cape Clear and Schull on the rugged coast of West Cork, the historic architecture of
ancient Kinsale, and the charming
seaport town of Plymouth, abundant
with traditional architecture, local gin production, and beautiful
coastal nature.
Norway, Greenland, Iceland & the Canadian
Arctic
Guests will experience unexpected discoveries as
Seabourn Venture sails through Norway, Greenland, Iceland and the Canadian Arctic from June
through September 2024. Expedition
options include a series of 11- and 12-day Svalbard itineraries, a 15-day voyage from
Svalbard to Greenland to Iceland, an 11-day circumnavigation of
Iceland, and 11 to 15-day voyages
in Iceland and Greenland before closing out Summer 2024 with
a 14-day voyage from West
Greenland to St. John's,
Newfoundland. Combination voyages of 28 days will also be
available.
Savor a safari-like experience in search of the majestic polar
bear; the golden light of the midnight sun; the geological
wonderland of Iceland teeming with
volcanic features and great wildlife and cultural experiences; and
a walk around Greenland's capital,
Nuuk, where the National Museum preserves the famed Uummannaq
mummies. Explorations via Zodiac include the cliffs and seabird
colonies of Bear Island, Bjørnøya;
the mouth of the UNESCO site Ilulissat Icefjord with an opportunity
to kayak among the largest icebergs in the northern hemisphere; and
the populous seabird colonies of Heimaey Iceland, known for its
fascinating geological history. Destinations of discovery also
include the world's longest and most beautiful fjord system in
remote East Greenland, the
waterways of Prins ChristianSund in Southern Greenland, and the Viking farm of
Brattahlið where Leif Eriksson
departed to discover Vinland en route to unknown North America.
Antarctica
Both
expedition vessels will spend time at the bottom of the world, with
Seabourn Pursuit offering the Seabourn Antarctic Experience
on a 21-day voyage starting in February
2024, and then on 11 voyages of 11, 13, or 21 days from
October 2024 through mid-March 2025. Seabourn Venture will also
be bound far south following its exploration of the Arctic with
nine voyages of 11, 13, or 21 days featuring the Seabourn Antarctic
Experience from November 2024 to
March 2025.
Whichever ship one chooses, their voyage will be nothing short
of magical. Spy penguins, whales, and seals in their natural
habitats; kayak around icebergs and massive glaciers; and hike
along the edge of the continent to see its wonders up close in the
company the Expedition Team, many of whom have made Antarctica the focus of their life's work.
Highlights include the 600-mile crossing of Drake Passage between
South America and Antarctica; spotting majestic seabirds
including albatrosses, whizzing prions, and petrels; sailing the
beauty of jagged glacier-covered mountains and mazes of blue-tinted
icebergs; and explorations of frigid waters via kayak and
underwater realms where marine worms, crustaceans, and brittle
stars thrive via submarine. Some of the voyages will also explore
the rich wildlife of the Falklands Islands and rugged South Georgia, a naturalist's paradise and
sanctuary to elephant and fur seals, a half million pairs of King
Penguins, more than 1 million Macaroni Penguins, and many other
bird species.
Designed for Exploration and Outfitted for Adventure in
Luxurious Comfort
Identical except for their names,
Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture are designed
for guests to enjoy life-expanding moments in exquisite,
ultra-luxury comfort. Both vessels are built for diverse
environments to PC6 Polar Class standards and equipped with the
most modern hardware and technology to extend their global
employment and capabilities.
Each expedition ship stretches 558 feet, with close to 30,000
square-feet of deck space apiece. Indoor and outdoor guest areas
offer nearly 270-degree views, while a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera mounted on the mast of
each ship's Constellation Lounge broadcasts imagery of natural
wonders from up to 5 miles away. There are 132 oceanfront suites
per vessel, all with verandas, as well as features to ensure
exciting off-ship excursions including two custom-built submarines,
24 Zodiacs and kayaks and a 24-person expedition team.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of
ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of
six modern ships with one under construction. The all-inclusive,
boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront
views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine
wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an
industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes
guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the
Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built
expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022
and Seabourn Pursuit scheduled to enter service in 2023. Seabourn
takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than
400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and
hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings
and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers,
dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.
For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide
selection of Seabourn cruising options, contact a professional
travel advisor, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com.
Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE:
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Seabourn is consistently
ranked among the world's top travel choices by professional critics
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as Departures, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast
Traveler. Its stylish, distinctive cruising vacations are
renowned for:
- Purpose-built expedition ships, PC6 ice-strengthened hull, with
advanced maneuvering technology for superior stability, safety, and
comfort
- World-class Expedition Team, delivering immersive
experiences
- All veranda, all ocean-front suites luxuriously appointed
- Handcrafted itineraries developed for the expedition traveler
to the most coveted and familiar remote destinations in the
world
- Intimate ships with a private club atmosphere
- Intuitive, personalized service provided by staff passionate
about exceeding guests' expectations
- Inclusive expedition experiences with Zodiacs, scuba diving and
snorkeling
- Optional expedition experiences with kayaks and custom-built,
6-guest submarines giving the option to extend your expedition
further for greater ocean exploration**
- Welcome toast and complimentary in-suite bar stocked with your
preferences
- Open bridge policy*, hosted by members of the Expedition Team
providing firsthand access to the ship's command center and
officers navigating your journey
- World-class dining venues are all complimentary, dine where,
when and with whom you wish
- Tipping is neither required, nor expected
- Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board
at all times
- Meticulous and purposeful adventurers' resort at sea designed
for the luxury traveler with unique attributes and spaces to
enhance your experience
- Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew
Weil, featuring an exclusive mindful living program**
- Committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability
*At the Captain's discretion
** Optional programs, for additional charge
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