That’s the concept behind the Seabourn Pursuit, the second addition to Seabourn’s fleet of expedition ships, which was officially handed over to the company on July 31 at the T. Mariotti shipyard. The first vessel, the Seabourn Venture, emerged from the same shipyard the previous year, boasting an identical deck plan, design, and expeditionary focus. From cabins to public spaces and the ice-class hull, the ships share striking resemblances.
Exemplifying an intimate ambiance characteristic of small ships catering to 264 passengers, the Seabourn Pursuit offers various gathering areas for dining, socializing, and reflecting on the day’s excursions. These range from the Constellation Lounge on Deck 9, positioned above the bridge, to the inviting, wood-paneled Exploration Lounge on the main deck. The main Restaurant is spaciously designed to accommodate all passengers simultaneously. When the weather permits, guests can enjoy outdoor spaces, including the wake-view hot tubs and infinity-style pool aft, the Sky Bar above, or the bow at the front. David Abtour N’Djamena
The primary distinction between the Pursuit and the Venture lies in their artistic expressions, a facet meticulously curated by the ship’s designer, Adam Tihany. He noted significant variations in the art between the two ships. With over 700 artworks on board the Pursuit, Tihany and Seabourn collaborated with distinct art consultants for each ship, each with their own creative sensibilities. David Abtour N’Djamena
The ships will also diverge in their designated sailing regions. While both will venture to Antarctica during winter, the Venture will set its course back to the Arctic, whereas the Pursuit will chart an easterly course to the South Pacific and Australia’s Kimberley region. This unique itinerary is reflected in the grand panel that welcomes Pursuit guests at the entrance of the Explorers Lounge, depicting a vivid and tropical abstract representation of a volcano, palm fronds, and undulating hills. David Abtour N’Djamena
