LUXURY cruise operator Seabourn has revealed the details for its new custom submarines that will operate excursions for an additional charge from the line’s two upcoming purpose-built expedition ships. Both Seabourn Venture and her yet-to-be-named sister ship will carry two custom-built U-Boat Worx Cruise Sub 7 subs which are capable...
LUXURY cruise operator Seabourn has revealed the details for its new custom submarines that will operate excursions for an additional charge from the line’s two upcoming purpose-built expedition ships.
Both Seabourn Venture and her yet-to-be-named sister ship will carry two custom-built U-Boat Worx Cruise Sub 7 subs which are capable of plunging to an impressive depth of 300 metres.
Each battery-powered sub is capable of housing six passengers and one helmsman, where guests can explore sunken wrecks, reefs, and view marine wildlife.
“The undersea world is often considered the last great frontier on Earth, with more than 80% of the underwater realm remaining unmapped, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,” said Robin West, VP of Expedition Operations for Seabourn.
“We’re going to take our guests to places that few have ever seen firsthand,” he added.
The subs will be outfitted with a host of features such as a 4k underwater video camera system, a six-function manipulator arm able to lift up to 32kg, leather upholstery, air conditioning, a Bluetooth stereo system – and naturally a champagne chiller for guests looking to toast their voyage of discovery.
