Seabourn Pursuit
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Seabourn Pursuit, October 2023 · Photo: Shipsoftheworld11, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Seabourn Pursuit
Seabourn Pursuit is a Seabourn cruise ship, in service since 2023. She carries 264 guests. She sails Antarctica, South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand itineraries. We rate her 4.2 out of 5.
Seabourn Pursuit is the second of Seabourn's two purpose-built expedition ships and a sister to Seabourn Venture, built by T. Mariotti and delivered in July 2023. She entered service on 12 August 2023 and is built to Polar Class 6 standards, carrying 264 guests, 24 Zodiacs, kayaks and a 19-member expedition team. Seabourn sends her to the Kimberley coast of northwest Australia and the South Pacific in the southern winter, and to Antarctica from Ushuaia between October and March.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 264
- More guests than 51% of 600 ships
- Entered service
- 2023
- Maiden voyage August 2023
- Length
- 170 m
- Longer than 54% of 575 ships
Ratings
- Cabins
- 5/5, fleet average 5.0
- Dining
- 5/5, fleet average 5.0
- Entertainment
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Service
- 5/5, fleet average 5.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5−0.8, fleet average 4.8
- Value
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Seabourn fleet average across 5 rated ships in service.
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Official published deck plan — reviewed October 2026 · Published edition. Confirm the edition for your departure with the cruise line.
Explore the deck plans
What’s above your ceiling matters as much as the view. Compare the decks around your cabin, then use the location notes to build your shortlist.
No sailing-date window is stated. Confirm the latest configuration, suite category, accessibility, view and applicable ship-specific footnotes with Seabourn. Spatial cautions are inferred unless explicitly identified as an operator warning.
All decks
Official published deck plan — reviewed October 2026 · bow to the right
Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.








Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Deck 6 accommodation between Decks 5 and 7 suites
Compare central Deck 6 suite overlap
Shortlist a suite with accommodation above and below, away from lift access, service points and the forward Bow Lounge. Check the actual footprints before choosing.
Why we flag this
The shared Venture/Pursuit plan shows suites on Decks 5, 6 and 7, with Bow Lounge forward and public facilities farther aft. This is a conditional layout shortlist. Check the source plan.
Deck 8 suites below Deck 9
Check Deck 8 beneath equipment and Club activity
Compare the room with Zodiac storage/handling areas, The Club, Sky Bar and outdoor circulation above. Ask about expedition preparation, handling times and evening opening hours.
Why we flag this
The official Deck 9 diagram labels Zodiac storage amidships and The Club/Sky Bar aft above Deck 8 accommodation. It establishes possible overlap, not measured noise. Check the source plan.
Deck 5 suites over Deck 4 public facilities
Check Deck 5 above expedition and discovery venues
Align the exact suite with Discovery Center, Expedition Lounge, studio and circulation below. Ask about briefing schedules and the exact room separation.
Why we flag this
The operator plan shows Deck 4 public and expedition spaces below portions of Deck 5 accommodation. Not every suite overlaps the same venue. Check the source plan.
Aft Deck 7 suites beside spa and fitness
Check Deck 7 suites near wellness facilities
Check spa and fitness entrances, service doors and the actual separation from treatment rooms and equipment before choosing an adjacent suite.
Why we flag this
The selected plan places spa, treatment rooms and fitness aft on the accommodation deck. This flags proximity, not a confirmed disturbance report. Check the source plan.
Location-based guidance, not measured noise or a guarantee of quiet. Flags identify areas to investigate, not every cabin on a deck. Check the exact room, connecting doors, accessibility and the plan for your sailing date. Official Seabourn PDF, printed revision 110124. Operator explicitly publishes one combined plan for Venture and Pursuit.. Reviewed 2026-10-22.
Photos

Seabourn Pursuit, October 2023Photo: Shipsoftheworld11, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Seabourn Pursuit?
Seabourn Pursuit is operated by Seabourn.
How big is Seabourn Pursuit?
Seabourn Pursuit measures 170 metres in length.
How many passengers does Seabourn Pursuit carry?
Seabourn Pursuit carries 264 guests at double occupancy.
When did Seabourn Pursuit enter service?
Seabourn Pursuit entered service in 2023.
Where does Seabourn Pursuit sail?
Seabourn Pursuit sails Antarctica, South Pacific and Australia and New Zealand itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for Seabourn Pursuit?
Seabourn publishes the deck plans for Seabourn Pursuit; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Seabourn Pursuit rated?
Cruises Frog rates Seabourn Pursuit 4.2 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (5/5) and lowest on value (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on Seabourn Pursuit?
For the “Official published deck plan — reviewed October 2026” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 6 accommodation between Decks 5 and 7 suites: Shortlist a suite with accommodation above and below, away from lift access, service points and the forward Bow Lounge. Check the actual footprints before choosing. Compare the exact cabin with the decks above and below, nearby lifts and connecting doors. These are layout-based suggestions, not a guarantee of quiet.
Which cabins should I avoid or check carefully on Seabourn Pursuit?
For the “Official published deck plan — reviewed October 2026” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 8 suites below Deck 9: Compare the room with Zodiac storage/handling areas, The Club, Sky Bar and outdoor circulation above. Ask about expedition preparation, handling times and evening opening hours. Deck 5 suites over Deck 4 public facilities: Align the exact suite with Discovery Center, Expedition Lounge, studio and circulation below. Ask about briefing schedules and the exact room separation. Aft Deck 7 suites beside spa and fitness: Check spa and fitness entrances, service doors and the actual separation from treatment rooms and equipment before choosing an adjacent suite. These flags are not measured noise reports or a warning about every room on a deck. Read the sourced cabin advice for the evidence and any explicit operator warnings.
How can I check whether a cabin is under a pool, nightclub or theatre?
Find the cabin on the selected plan, then compare the same fore-and-aft position on the deck above and below. Check the full venue footprint, including outdoor seating, stages, service areas and entrances. Nearby activity can be a reason to investigate, but does not by itself prove a cabin is noisy. Use the cabin advice and its sources to distinguish layout cautions from operator warnings.
Where can I find Seabourn Pursuit deck plans?
Use this guide’s deck selector to compare the decks around your cabin and open available diagrams in the zoom viewer. The full ship PDF and source links are listed for each plan edition.
Which deck-plan edition applies to my sailing?
Select your sailing date before comparing cabin locations. Editions can change after a refit. These answers use “Official published deck plan — reviewed October 2026”, reviewed 2026-10-22. No sailing-date window is stated. Confirm the latest configuration, suite category, accessibility, view and applicable ship-specific footnotes with Seabourn. Spatial cautions are inferred unless explicitly identified as an operator warning.
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