This is a small luxury cruise through the San Juan Islands with s a captivating journey through the pristine beauty of this Pacific Northwest archipelago. You can expect to cruise through a maze of lush, forested islands surrounded by the Salish Sea. Any wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the opportunity to witness orcas and humpback whales, seals, and various seabirds in their natural habitat. We take you to the islands where ferries don't go such as Sucia and more!
Remember the animals are always on the move, and fish have tails, so you never know what will be around the next bend. That is the fun of an adventure.
We travel across waters where others can’t go due to the challenges of the sea with our 85 ft custom expedition yacht. This motor vessel is built with a steel hull and NIAD stabilizers for a comfortable cruise!
You will leave with a newfound experience of the freshest seafood caught from our Pacific Northwest waters, incredible photographs, and, most importantly, the trip of a lifetime!
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.
The boat departs from Squalicum Harbor in Bellingham Washington for a 2:00 pm sailing. The boat will return to Belingham at 2: 00 pm.
Please send us a friendly email to let us know you are canceling. If we receive a cancellation notice 150 or more days before the departure date, your deposit will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee of the total fare cost and any commissions. You may also transfer your reservation to another available date if you choose.
Travelers will not receive a refund if cancellations are made 149 days or less before departure. Therefore we recommend getting travel insurance to protect your fare in case any unanticipated circumstances require you to cancel your trip.
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 boots so you don't have to bring your own.
Outside on our top deck is an eliptical machine to excerise.
Sea kayaks are available for excursions in the bays.
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 this price.
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.
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 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!
This cruise departs and returns to Bellingham, Washington.
We will explore the waters of the Salish Sea in search of humpbacks or killer whales.
You will leave with a newfound experience of the freshest seafood from our Washington and Alaskan waters served at your table.
Our all-inclusive chef will tailor a menu to your preferences. Seafood includes halibut, black cod, salmon, crab, shrimp, and whatever else might be in season!
We can not predict the wildlife and what we will see, but that is part of the adventure!
We will cruise the Salish Sea exploring the wildlife. You will see Steller sea lions, otters, seals, porpoises, and multiple other bird species. We can not predict the wildlife and what we will see, but that is part of the adventure!
You can explore the beaches and bays in a kayak and our Naturalist will take you on adventures in the tender boats.
Have a glass of wine, play a game, read all the beautiful books aboard the boat, edit your incredible photos, or just daydream!
You will have the opportunity to get off the boat, head to shore, and explore.
We we will take you to all the hidden gems through out the islands.
