Exclusive Alaskan Yacht Cruises: Luxury & Adventure
This intimate adventure yacht cruise, limited to just eight guests, offers a premier and personalized adventure through pristine waters departing from Peterburg to Sitka, Alaska. Encounter breathtaking wildlife, marvel at giant icebergs, encounter whales and indulge in the unparalleled beauty of the Alaskan wilderness.
Your Cruise. Your Way.
Discover the untamed beauty of the Inside Passage on your terms. Our flexible itineraries let you choose your bucket list highlights and explore destinations that ignite your imagination. Experience the wonders of Alaska with the freedom and flexibility only a private yacht cruise can offer. We collaborate with all eight passengers to ensure everyone experiences their Alaskan dreams. Go home with memories beyond your wildest expectations and newfound friendships.
Wildlife Encounters Guaranteed
With a more extended 8-day cruise, we have the time to search for whales, bears, bald eagles, porpoises, sea lions, birds, and so much more! Our comfortable zodiacs and kayaks allow you to get up close and personal with nature.
Go Where Most People Don't.
While most people sit on their balcony on an Alaskan cruise, you'll have the adventure to explore the fjords and remote islands and take in the wildlife only accessible by boat.
Delicious Alaskan Cuisine
Enjoy the freshest Alaskan seafood prepared by our chef. Hear captivating stories from your local captain and fisherman about the journey from ocean to plate. You might even catch a Dungeness crab or shrimp for dinner! Come hungry.
No Extra Day Excursion Fees
Most cruises require you to pay for your day excursion separately, but it's all included with us! This means less planning, fewer crowds, and a fun and more intimate experience for you.
Exhilarating, Stable & Fun
Our 85-foot expedition yacht is built for Alaskan waters and has stabilizers for a comfortable, smooth ride. If the weather is rough in one area, we jump to another bay or inlet to have fun and experience those hidden gems. We don't want you to be seasick, so our cruises differ slightly depending on the wildlife and weather. And did we mention that we are a darn FUN group to adventure with?
Fun, Local Captain & Crew
Beyond the breathtaking scenery, your experienced local captain will share stories, local history, geological features, and his life as a commercial fisherman and adventure seeker!
Glacial Fjords, Giant Icebergs & Old Growth
Experience giant icebergs up to the size of a three-story building, calving glaciers before they are gone, and cruise the pristine wilderness of Tongass National Forest, a 17-million-acre expanse—the largest rainforest in the USA.
Experience Alaska Like Never Before: Step aboard our 85-foot expedition yacht, designed for comfort and adventure. Our steel-hulled vessel, equipped with NIAD stabilizers, glides effortlessly through Alaskan waters, bringing you closer to glaciers and into remote areas inaccessible to other charters.
With 50 years of expertise and extensive US Forest Service permits granting access to even more remote and untouched areas, we craft handcrafted itineraries showcasing Alaska's most breathtaking sights. Savor the freshest Alaskan seafood, capture stunning photos of wildlife and landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Whether you're joining a private cabin cruise or chartering the entire yacht, we work closely with all our guests to create personalized Alaskan adventures. For cabin cruises, we collaborate with each passenger to ensure their interests are included. On custom charters, we work with the group to design a bespoke itinerary for custom charters that fulfills everyone's Alaskan dreams.
The M/V Northern Song is 85’ x 26’ x 10’ steel world cruiser with a capacity for 8-10 guests in four staterooms. There is a Master Suite that in with a queen-sized bed on the main deck and that includes one queen size bed on the main deck with an ensuite bathroom with a separate bathtub stall and shower. There is the ability to add an extra cot in this stateroom. There are three guest cabins on the lower deck with a full-size bed and a single upper bed, and an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower stall.
There is a 2:00 pm departure and arrival.
Meals are prepared by our chef, wine with evening meals, and beer throughout your day. Meals include Alaskan seafoods Black cod, halibut, salmon, and crab! Dietary needs can be accommodated.
All cabins include towels, bed linens, hair dryers. and select sizes on Alaska boots so you don't have to bring your own.
Outside on our top deck is an eliptical machine to excerise.
We have crab and shrimp traps if you are wanting to fish.
Sea kayaks are available for excursions in the bays and near the glaciers.
Our Naturalist will share the facts and history of whales, wildlife and Southeast Alaska.
We have a reference library filled with maps and books on Alaska, whales, and local history for you to enjoy in our lounge.
Sales tax is included in the rate.
There are two tender boats for exploring and getting to shore for beach walks and hiking.
We have a hydrophone that goes in the water to listen to the whale song then we can gauge when they will surface or potentially bubble feed, so you are ready to capture those incredible photos.
Alaska Airlines is the only commercial airline that flies into Southeast Alaska.
For crab, or shrimp fishing you must purchase a license. Our crew will help you with purchasing any licenses.
We recommend a gratuity of 10-20% to show your appreciation for exceptional service. Our staff strives to provide the highest level of service.
We can help with hotel recommendations as we encourage you to come the day prior to boarding and stay the night you depart the boat and then fly out.
Wine is provided with dinner and beer is available throughout the day. If you would like any additional spirits, we can pick them up prior to departure or you can bring them aboard.
We highly recommend purchasing trip insurance to protect your trip in the event of an emergency.
Wi-Fi is available to purchase if you would like to use it or you can unplug and relax!
Your 8-day Alaskan adventure is designed around you. We don't have a fixed itinerary because we believe in maximizing your experience. If the whales are congregating, we'll go there. If the weather is perfect for a specific fjord, that's where we'll be – all tailored just for you.
Exploring the fjords through Tracey Arm and the glaciers South Sawyer and Little Sawyer.
Experience Alaska's wildlife and sustainable fishing with your local captain. Enjoy unforgettable encounters and try shrimping and crabbing while learning about responsible harvesting and savoring the "from sea to table" experience. He'll also share life stories from the water, making your trip truly special.
Humpback whales congregate here to feed on massive schools of fish and krill. With some luck, you may see these endangered giants as they use bubble nets to execute their cooperative feeding attacks.
From the pristine Alaskan waters to your plate, our all-inclusive chef will craft a menu featuring the freshest seasonal seafood – halibut, black cod, salmon, crab, shrimp, and more – tailored to your tastes. Enjoy this "from sea to table" experience with your local captain and discover the importance of sustainable fishing. We happily accommodate all dietary preferences. Unless otherwise requested, a delicious seafood dish is featured at one meal daily.
You may have the opportunity to see bears, moose, wolf, deer, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters, and more! Remember, we can't ever predict what the fish and animals may do, so we can't guarantee what marine life you will get to see, but that is part of the adventure!
The rocky shorelines, saltwater marshes, bogs, and woodlands of Southeast Alaska comprise a birder’s paradise. The diversity of habitats ensures a wide variety of birds can be seen nearby, including large numbers of waterfowl and shorebirds. Bald eagles are common in the Southeast; their numbers are measured in the thousands.
There will be a lot of time spent in a kayak visiting bays and beaches on this cruise. There will be a kayak guide leading the group and we will also take you on adventures in the tender boats.
Have a glass of wine, play a game, read all the beautiful Alaskan books aboard the boat, edit your incredible photos, or just daydream!
Sitka, Alaska, is located on Baranof Island, part of the Alexander Archipelago in Southeast Alaska. Nestled amidst stunning scenery, it offers a blend of Russian and Tlingit cultures. Travelers will depart from Petersburg via Alaska Airlines or the Alaskan Marine Highway Ferry.
