Seabourn has introduced the expedition leaders and specialists who will guide passengers aboard Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit during the 2026–2027 Antarctic season, running from November 2026 to March 2027. Each voyage will be supported by an ~23-member team of polar guides, scientists, naturalists, photographers, kayak guides and experienced Zodiac operators.
The expedition leaders include Luciano Bernacchi, Fridrik Fridriksson, Juan Restrepo, Dominic del Rosario and Chris Clarke. Their backgrounds cover more than a decade of polar and expedition experience, including geology, international expedition operations and 20+ years of maritime experience.
The teams will coordinate shore landings, Zodiac excursions, hiking and kayaking activities, while providing onboard lectures and briefings covering Antarctic wildlife, glaciers, climate, geology and exploration history. They will also assess changing weather, ice and wildlife conditions in cooperation with the bridge and deck teams to determine the suitability and safety of planned operations.
Between November 2026 and March 2027, the two vessels will operate 19 round-trip departures from Ushuaia, with most itineraries lasting 10–12 days. Selected 20-day voyages will also include South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. All Antarctic itineraries include a pre-cruise hotel stay in Buenos Aires and charter flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia.