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Seabourn Venture at Hoek van Holland, Netherlands, July 2022

Seabourn Venture at Hoek van Holland, Netherlands, July 2022 · Photo: kees torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

About Seabourn Venture

Seabourn Venture is a Seabourn cruise ship, in service since 2022. She measures 23,000 gross tons and carries 264 guests. She sails Antarctica, Australia and New Zealand itineraries. We rate her 4.3 out of 5.

Seabourn Venture is Seabourn's first expedition ship and the first expedition cruise ship in the Carnival Corporation fleet. Her hull was built at the CIMAR yard in San Giorgio di Nogaro and completed by T. Mariotti in Genoa, and after pandemic delays she was delivered on 28 June 2022 and began her inaugural voyage on 27 July 2022. She carries 264 guests, 24 Zodiacs, kayaks and a 19-member expedition team. Her program includes Antarctica from Ushuaia, Arctic and Northwest Passage voyages, the Kimberley coast of Australia and a 94-day pole-to-pole expedition in 2027.

Ship facts

Guests
264
More guests than 51% of 600 ships
Entered service
2022
Maiden voyage July 2022
Length
172 m
Longer than 54% of 575 ships

Seabourn Venture is smaller than 64% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 51%. At 87.1 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 98% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.

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
5/5, 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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Deck plans & cabin locations

Open dedicated deck-plan page

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.

Check Deck 8 beneath equipment and Club activity
Deck 10Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 10: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 9Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 9: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 8Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 8: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 7Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 7: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 6Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 6: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 5Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 5: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 4Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 4: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 3Deck plan
Seabourn Venture, Deck 3: official cabin and venue layout
Use Zoom plan to enlarge a diagram.Full ship PDF

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.

Read the full cabins-to-avoid guide

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Where she sails

Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Seabourn Venture?

Seabourn Venture is operated by Seabourn.

How big is Seabourn Venture?

Seabourn Venture measures 23,000 gross tons and 172 metres in length.

How does Seabourn Venture compare in size with other cruise ships?

Seabourn Venture is smaller than 64% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 51%. At 87.1 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 98% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.

How crowded does Seabourn Venture feel?

Seabourn Venture has a passenger space ratio of 87.1: 23,000 gross tons for 264 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Seabourn Venture feels spacious for her size.

How many passengers does Seabourn Venture carry?

Seabourn Venture carries 264 guests at double occupancy.

When did Seabourn Venture enter service?

Seabourn Venture entered service in 2022.

Where does Seabourn Venture sail?

Seabourn Venture sails Antarctica and Australia and New Zealand itineraries.

Where can I find the deck plans for Seabourn Venture?

Seabourn publishes the deck plans for Seabourn Venture; this page links to Deck plans.

How is Seabourn Venture rated?

Cruises Frog rates Seabourn Venture 4.3 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 Venture?

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 Venture?

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 Venture 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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