Spring into Alaska: Witness Nature's Awakening
This intimate adventure yacht cruise, limited to just eight guests, offers a premier and personalized adventure through pristine waters from Sitka to Peterburg, Alaska. Encounter breathtaking wildlife as spring starts to unfold, marvel at giant icebergs, encounter grey 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, mountain goats, 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.
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.
You will be picked up at your accommodation at 1:45 pm for a 2:00 pm departure. The boat will return to Petersburg at 2: 00 pm, where you will be delivered to your lodging.
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.
All meals are prepared by our on-board chef, and beer throughout your day. Meals include Alaskan seafoods such as black cod, halibut, salmon, and King crab.
We have crab and shrimp traps if you are wanting to fish.
All cabins include towels, bed linens, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryers and select sizes on Alaska boots.
There is an eliptical machine on the top deck for your workouts.
Sea kayaks are available for excursions in the bays.
We have a reference library filled with maps and books on Alaska, whales, and the local history.
There are two tender boats for exploring and shore excursions.
We have a hydrophone we put in the water to listen to the whales and then we can gauge when they will surface or bubble feed.
Alaska Airlines is the only commercial airline that flys into Sitka, Alaska.
Guests may have the opportunity to go flight seeing near Mount Edgecumbe Volcano and see the whales and herring fisherman from above. We highly recommed this experience. It is weather permiting.
If you choose to crab and shrimp fish 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 through out the day. If you would like any additional spirits we can pick them up prior to departure or you can bring them aboard.
There is a sales tax and a Sitka bed tax.
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 for work 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.
Imagine the thrill of observing grey whales as they make their way into Sitka Sound, a moment of pure wilderness.
Our yacht cruise through Tracy Arm Fjord offers an unforgettable opportunity to witness and explore the mesmerizing, ancient glacier ice that calves from the towering Sawyer and South Sawyer Glaciers
Prepare for breathtaking eagle and bird watching experiences as we navigate through pristine natural habitats.
Experience Alaska's bounty with your seasoned fisherman captain. He'll guide you through shrimping, and crabbing, sharing his expertise in sustainable harvesting and the delicious journey from sea to table. He'll also share life stories on the water, adding a personal touch to your Alaskan adventure.
We will cruise Frederick Sound exploring the wildlife. You will see Steller sea lions, otters, porpoises, seals, and other bird species.
You will be exploring for wildlife. We can not predict the wildlife and what we will see, but that is part of the adventure!
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.
Have a glass of wine, play a game, read all the beautiful Alaskan books aboard the boat, edit your incredible photos, or just daydream!
Two tender boats allow us to delve deeper into the Inside Passage, revealing the untouched splendor of its many bays and inlets.
Petersburg, nicknamed "Little Norway," is a charming island community in Southeast Alaska. Founded by a Norwegian immigrant, Petersburg boasts a rich Scandinavian heritage and a thriving fishing industry.
Travelers will depart from Petersburg via Alaska Airlines or the Alaskan Marine Highway Ferry.
