Seabourn Venture - Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands
Seabourn Venture's grand Southern Ocean loop from Ushuaia (with included Buenos Aires charter flights) pairs a full Antarctic Peninsula expedition with the king penguin mega-colonies of South Georgia and the seabird cliffs of the Falklands.
Price Range
$$$$$
Ultra-Luxury
*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Seabourn before booking.
Ship Details — Seabourn Venture
View full Seabourn Venture detailsYear Built
2022
Tonnage
23,615 GT
Passengers
264
Crew
230
Decks
8
Class
Polar Class 6 Expedition
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What Travelers Say About Seabourn Venture
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Seabourn Venture sailing. Based on 120 discussions.
Seabourn Venture is Seabourn's first purpose-built expedition ship, launched in 2022, and it set out to prove that polar exploration doesn't require giving up five-star comfort. Carrying just 264 guests, it pairs serious expedition hardware - a fleet of Zodiacs and double sea kayaks - with Adam Tihany's warm 'luxe lodge' interiors of faux fireplaces, fur pillows and velvet. The vibe is intimate, refined and adventure-forward, drawing well-traveled guests who want to see Antarctica, the Arctic and remote coastlines without roughing it.
What People Love
- Genuinely ultra-luxury expedition product - Adam Tihany lodge-style interiors with faux fireplaces, fur pillows and velvet seating that feel like a high-end hotel rather than a utilitarian expedition vessel
- Standout cuisine that rivals Seabourn's larger ships, plus signature caviar service available free via room service any time of day
- Intuitive, name-remembering service backed by a near one-to-one staff-to-guest ratio - repeatedly the highest-praised element across reviews
Common Complaints
- Persistent stabilizer reliability problems since 2022 have caused drydock repairs and cancelled/altered itineraries, including dropped South Georgia calls
- Without working stabilizers the ship can roll noticeably in rough polar seas, a real concern for motion-sensitive guests
- Zodiacs are stored on the top deck rather than at water level, which slows deployment and cuts into shore time