Seabourn Venture, the leader in ultra-luxury expedition travel, has revealed 10 compelling reasons why you should explore Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland and the Canadian Arctic in 2025. These immersive voyages offer scenic cruises through beautiful landscapes, encounters with unique wildlife, and expert-led expeditions. , cultural immersion. In May 2025, guests will be able to enjoy in-depth exploration experiences in Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland, while in August, two special trips will explore the legendary Northwest Passage through the Canadian Arctic.
“Seabourn Venture provides in-depth information about some of the most remote and beautiful regions of the Arctic. From spotting extraordinary wildlife in Svalbard to the majestic beauty of Icelandic waterfalls, every moment is filled with adventure and wonder.” said Robin West, Vice President and General Manager of Exploration at Seabourn. “Through ultra-luxury accommodations, expert-led excursions and cultural experiences, guests will immerse themselves in this incredible destination while enjoying the Seabourn’s intimate, yacht-like atmosphere they know and love.”
Here are 10 reasons you should experience Seabourn's Arctic.
- Breathtaking scenery – Towering glaciers, vast areas of tundra, rugged coastlines and pristine fjords showcase the pristine beauty of the Arctic wilderness.
- Encounters with unique wildlife – Iconic Arctic wildlife in their natural habitat, including polar bears, walruses, seals, arctic foxes and various whale species, provide amazing wildlife viewing opportunities.
- midnight sun and northern lights – Each moment of exploration lasts a little longer as guests enjoy the summer midnight sun. In late August and September, you can experience the fascinating auroral phenomenon, which paints the night sky in vibrant shades of green, purple and pink, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
- remote sensing – Seaborn Ventures Performance is enhanced by world-class equipment that allows the line to explore remote destinations. Designed and built for remote and diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, the vessel includes numerous modern hardware and technologies that expand the vessel's global deployment and capabilities. Explore remote Arctic islands, secluded coves and hidden coves on off-the-beaten-path expeditions led by an elite exploration team.
- Cultural immersion, lectures and conversations led by experts – Guests will participate in educational lectures and presentations from the ship’s elite 24-member expedition team of naturalists, scientists and historians. While onboard, the expedition team participates in Seabourn Conversations®, bringing the history and culture of Arctic communities to life and deepening guests' understanding of Arctic ecology, geology and history. Outside the ship, guests can interact with the local community and learn about their rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life.
- exploration experience – Comprehensive experiences offered at every stop include select shore excursions, cultural tours, guided Zodiac® cruises, hikes and nature walks. The optional Guided Expedition experience includes a custom-built, state-of-the-art six-person submarine, giving you the option to further expand your expedition for larger ocean explorations. Guests can also enjoy an exciting and immersive Arctic experience on a guided kayak expedition, paddling past ice fjords and remote islands to see sparkling icebergs and marine wildlife.
- polar plunge – The signature Seabourn Experience allows guests to dive into the Arctic Ocean under the supervision of an experienced crew and brave the icy waters for a refreshing, adrenaline-pumping thrill. Afterwards, their teammates help them get out of the water and into the waiting Zodiac.
- The Mysterious Beauty of Svalbard Experience – Svalbard is a remote, vast and largely untouched wilderness area. Guests can hike across a barren, otherworldly landscape, guided by Seabourn's expedition team, who will share insight into the unique plants that thrive in this environment. They will admire the rock formations and landscapes created by frost and water over time. As Evan explores the tundra, he has the opportunity to encounter arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer and interesting birds. The team aboard the Seabourn Venture allows weather, conditions and wildlife to dictate each day, so travel itineraries remain flexible.
- Expedition details. luxurious accommodations – A spacious and elegantly appointed suite, equipped with a pair of SWAROVSKI® binoculars and a heated equipment closet for your exploration gear, awaits guests upon their return to the ship. There is nearly 30,000 square feet of outdoor deck space with special touches around every corner, as well as an indoor guest area with nearly 270-degree views. Guests can slip into their complimentary parkas on their private verandas or take in panoramic Arctic views and wildlife via a 4K GSS camera streaming on their in-room TVs.
- It includes everything except stress. – The Seabourn All-Inclusive Expedition Difference offers guests complimentary Wi-Fi courtesy of SpaceX's Starlink, welcome champagne and a fully stocked indoor bar, world-class dining rivaling the best restaurants anywhere, complimentary premium spirits and fine wines throughout the ship. Provides: And all you have to do is unlock the intuitive personalization service provided by Seabourn's passionate team once.
Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland
Seaborn Ventures We'll sail to Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland on voyages designed for guests who want to blaze their own trail in incredibly remote places. Highlight experiences include a driving tour of Lake Mývatn near Akureyri, home to Goðafoss, one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls. A walking tour of Qaqortoq in southwestern Greenland is included. And you can optionally explore the ice sculptures of Iceland's Loftellir Cave, which were formed naturally by falling water over thousands of years. Enjoy scenic views among the glittering icebergs of Svalbard and search for wildlife such as polar bears, beluga whales, humpback whales, seals, walruses and more.
Seabourn Venture will be offering 8-26 day itineraries to Svalbard between Reykjavik and Edinburgh or round trip from Edinburgh from mid-May to mid-June 2025. The ship will also offer a 12-day voyage exploring Greenland from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq in late July 2025. Both voyages include accommodation at a charter hotel before or after the cruise in Edinburgh or Reykjavik.
Northwest Passage
Departure on August 6th, Departure on August 27th, Seaborn Ventures Offering two back-to-back 23-day voyages across the legendary Northwest Passage, it invites visitors to follow in the footsteps of the sailors and explorers who blazed the trail along this historic route. Seabourn's shipboard historians and archaeologists will share stories of the triumphs and tragedies of Franklin and Amundsen's famous expeditions. Expedition experiences include the Arctic Circle Trail Hike in Sisimiut, Greenland. Take a walk through the Sermermiut Valley to the Ilulissat Icefjord Center in Ilulissat, Greenland.
Both voyages include pre-cruise charter hotel accommodations in Anchorage and Reykjavik, as well as post-cruise charter hotel accommodations. Guests can take their Northwest Passage sailing to the next level with luxurious amenities such as economy class flights throughout the voyage and complimentary laundry service.
canadian arctic
Guests can also experience the Canadian Arctic and Labrador during the 15-day voyage, which departs August 18 from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, to St. John's, Newfoundland. During the voyage, guests will spend two days in the Torngat Mountains National Park, a pristine Arctic wilderness that preserves a rich indigenous heritage and breathtaking fjords. Other highlights include visiting the abandoned community of Hebron and learning about the Moravian missions, exploring North America's first Viking settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows, and experiencing the thriving Inuit culture at Pangnirtung and Nain.
For more information about Seabourn or to explore Seabourn's many cruise options around the world, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit www.seabourn.com, or contact a professional travel advisor.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury maritime and exploration travel and operates a fleet of seven modern ships. The all-inclusive boutique ship offers all-suite accommodations with ocean views. Award-winning dining; Enjoy complimentary premium spirits and fine wines at any time. Renowned service provided by the best crew in the industry; A relaxed and sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; We are continuing our lineage of exploration travel with our Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture, launched in 2022, and Seabourn Pursuit, launched in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent around the world, visiting more than 400 continents. Ports, including major cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Seabourn's guests experience unique products and programming, including partnerships with top entertainers, dining, personal health and wellness, and engaging speakers.