SEABOURN PURSUIT DISCOVERS REMAINS OF MYSTERIOUS WW1-ERA SHIP THAT SANK IN 1914 NEAR CHILE
Seabourn, a leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has made a historic discovery during a submarine dive off the coast of Alejandro Selkirk Island in Chile. On October 14, 2024, Seabourn Pursuit, the company's newest expedition ship, uncovered the Titania, a German supplier ship lost for 110 years. The wreck was found 95 meters below the surface, marking the first sighting since it was scuttled in 1914.
The discovery was made possible through collaboration with local communities, particularly with fisherman Gino Perez, who guided the team to the suspected site. The submarine team, led by Pilot Mauricio Fernandez, found the Titania about 4.25 nautical miles off the northwest coast of Selkirk. This discovery occurred during one of Seabourn Pursuit's South Pacific voyages, which offer guests unique adventure opportunities across remote islands and archipelagos.
Seabourn, leader nei viaggi ultra-lusso e nelle crociere d'avventura, ha fatto una scoperta storica durante un'immersione sottomarina al largo della costa dell'isola Alejandro Selkirk in Cile. Il 14 ottobre 2024, Seabourn Pursuit, la nuova nave da esplorazione dell'azienda, ha scoperto la Titania, una nave da rifornimento tedesca perduta da 110 anni. Il relitto è stato trovato a 95 metri di profondità, segnando il primo avvistamento da quando fu affondata nel 1914.
La scoperta è stata possibile grazie alla collaborazione con le comunità locali, in particolare con il pescatore Gino Perez, che ha guidato il team verso il sito sospettato. Il team sottomarino, guidato dal pilota Mauricio Fernandez, ha trovato la Titania a circa 4,25 miglia nautiche al largo della costa nord-ovest di Selkirk. Questa scoperta è avvenuta durante uno dei viaggi nel Pacifico meridionale di Seabourn Pursuit, che offre ai suoi ospiti opportunità di avventura uniche attraverso isole remote e archipelaghi.
Seabourn, un líder en viajes ultra-lujosos y expediciones, ha realizado un descubrimiento histórico durante una inmersión submarina frente a la costa de la isla Alejandro Selkirk en Chile. El 14 de octubre de 2024, Seabourn Pursuit, el nuevo barco de expedición de la compañía, descubrió el Titania, un barco de suministro alemán perdido durante 110 años. El naufragio fue encontrado a 95 metros de profundidad, marcando el primer avistamiento desde que fue hundido en 1914.
El descubrimiento fue posible gracias a la colaboración con las comunidades locales, particularmente con el pescador Gino Perez, quien guió al equipo hacia el sitio sospechoso. El equipo submarino, dirigido por el piloto Mauricio Fernandez, encontró la Titania a aproximadamente 4.25 millas náuticas de la costa noroeste de Selkirk. Este descubrimiento tuvo lugar durante uno de los viajes de Seabourn Pursuit por el Pacífico Sur, que ofrecen a sus huéspedes oportunidades de aventura únicas a través de islas remotas y archipiélagos.
시본(Sabourn), 초고급 여행과 탐험 여행의 선두주자가 칠레 알레한드로 셀키르크 섬 근처의 수중 탐사 중 역사적인 발견을 했습니다. 2024년 10월 14일, 세본 퍼수트라는 회사의 최신 탐험선이 독일 공급선인 티타니아를 발견했습니다. 이 배는 110년 전 실종되었으며, 수심 95미터에서 발견되었습니다. 1914년 침몰 이후 첫 번째 발견입니다.
이번 발견은 지역 사회와의 협력을 통해 가능해졌으며, 특히 어부인 지노 페레즈의 안내를 받았습니다. 잠수팀은 마우리시오 페르난데스 조정자의 지도 하에 셀키르크 북서쪽 해안에서 약 4.25 해리 떨어진 곳에서 티타니아를 발견했습니다. 이 발견은 세본 퍼수트의 남태평양 여행 중에 이루어졌으며, 이는 손님들에게 외딴 섬과 군도의 독특한 모험 기회를 제공합니다.
Seabourn, leader dans le domaine des voyages ultra-luxueux et du tourisme d'expédition, a réalisé une découverte historique lors d'une plongée sous-marine au large de la côte de l'île Alejandro Selkirk au Chili. Le 14 octobre 2024, le Seabourn Pursuit, le nouveau navire d'expédition de la société, a découvert la Titania, un navire de ravitaillement allemand perdu depuis 110 ans. L'épave a été trouvée à 95 mètres de profondeur, marquant la première observation depuis qu'elle a été coulée en 1914.
Cette découverte a été rendue possible grâce à la collaboration avec les communautés locales, notamment avec le pêcheur Gino Perez, qui a guidé l'équipe vers le site suspecté. L'équipe sous-marine, dirigée par le pilote Mauricio Fernandez, a trouvé la Titania à environ 4,25 milles nautiques au large de la côte nord-ouest de Selkirk. Cette découverte est survenue lors de l'un des voyages dans le Pacifique Sud du Seabourn Pursuit, qui offre aux invités des opportunités d'aventure uniques à travers des îles éloignées et des archipels.
Seabourn, ein führendes Unternehmen im Bereich ultra-luxuriöser Reisen und Expeditionsreisen, hat während eines Tauchgangs vor der Küste der Alejandro Selkirk Insel in Chile eine historische Entdeckung gemacht. Am 14. Oktober 2024 entdeckte das neueste Expeditionsschiff der Firma, die Seabourn Pursuit, die Titania, ein seit 110 Jahren vermisstes deutsches Versorgungsschiff. Das Wrack wurde 95 Meter unter der Oberfläche gefunden und markiert den ersten Sichtung seit seiner Versenkung im Jahr 1914.
Die Entdeckung wurde durch die Zusammenarbeit mit den lokalen Gemeinschaften möglich, insbesondere mit dem Fischer Gino Perez, der das Team zur vermuteten Stelle führte. Das Unterwasserteam, geleitet von Pilot Mauricio Fernandez, fand die Titania etwa 4,25 Seemeilen vor der nordwestlichen Küste von Selkirk. Diese Entdeckung fand während einer der Südsee-Reisen der Seabourn Pursuit statt, die den Gästen einzigartige Abenteuermöglichkeiten auf abgelegenen Inseln und Archipelen bietet.
- Discovery of a historic WW1-era shipwreck, enhancing Seabourn's reputation for unique expedition experiences
- Successful collaboration with local communities, demonstrating strong local relationships
- Offering exclusive submarine experiences on select itineraries, providing a unique selling point for luxury travel
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The ultra-luxury expedition ship discovered the Titania, a German World War I-era vessel, during a submarine dive—marking the first sighting of the ship in 110 years
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"Experiences like these are a testament to the spirit of expedition, and this discovery is nothing short of historic," said Robin West, vice president and general manager of expeditions at Seabourn. "Seabourn's expeditions and particularly our submarine explorations often take our guests to places where no other human has ever explored. I am so incredibly proud of our expedition team for delivering this once-in-a-lifetime and truly unforgettable 'Seabourn Moment' to our guests and the local community on Selkirk Island."
The discovery of the Titania was made possible through the submarine team's dedicated research and close coordination with local communities to provide guests with a truly unique experience. Led by Submarine Pilot Mauricio Fernandez, the team – which includes Kieran Buckley, Henrik Enckell, and Isaac Yebra – worked with a local fisherman, Gino Perez, who had long heard stories about the Titania's approximate location. Perez joined the dive and helped guide the team toward the suspected site of the wreck. Under ideal weather conditions, the team discovered the Titania 95 meters deep, about 4.25 nautical miles off the northwest coast of Selkirk. After the discovery, the island's harbor master confirmed that no other diver or submarine had ever visited the wreck before.
Fernandez shared how the emotion in the submarine was palpable. "We were there witnessing history, and our guests had the chance to be a part of this discovery of Titania and the first to see this ship after she sank to the bottom of the ocean 110 years ago. This was truly a special moment of discovery and a perfect example of how Seabourn expeditions continue to provide our guests with incredible Seabourn Moments throughout each journey."
Guests described the feeling when they saw Titania for the first time: "It was almost magical. It really was quite extraordinary," said Irene Blum, a guest who was in the submarine during the discovery.
It was particularly emotional for Perez, who shared, "I imagined this ship so many times and now I can see where she is, how she looks like and how she is resting at the bottom. Thank you so much, my father manages this sector of the island, this means a lot to us and our family history. This is extraordinary."
Titania was scuttled on November 19, 1914, and stories of the wreck passed down through generations. While fishermen occasionally discovered metal fragments in their lobster traps that they believed belonged to the vessel, the wreck had never been officially located until now.
South Pacific Itineraries
The discovery took place during one of Seabourn Pursuit's South Pacific voyages which traversed more than 4,000 miles between
Submarine Experiences
Seabourn Pursuit and its sister ship, Seabourn Venture, feature two custom-built, state-of-the-art submarines allowing unforgettable exploration beneath the surface. These cutting-edge engineering marvels provide an extraordinary opportunity for guests to descend deep below sea level for close-up, breathtaking views of surreal subsea realms beneath Antarctic waters and reef walls teeming with marine life in clear, tropical seas. At select destinations, dives can occur in unexplored locations that may have not been visited by any humans yet. Guests are seated in two clear acrylic spheres flanking the center pilot's station, with an awe-inspiring perspective of the marine world just outside, thanks to undistorted views in virtually all directions. The three passenger seats in each sphere are mounted on a rotating platform that can turn for the best sightlines.
Submarine experiences are available for an additional charge and are offered on select itineraries, including Seabourn Pursuit's South Pacific sailings between March and October 2025.
Operated by highly trained pilots, Seabourn submarines are certified by Lloyd's Register, with external annual inspections, utilizing the same standards by which Seabourn ships are rated and certified. The submarines are built with a multitude of safety design features, including a safety buoy and maximum diving depths of 300 meters (less than 1,000 feet), and there is a surface boat that remains near the submarines throughout each dive and is in constant communication with the submarine.
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About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of six modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.
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