Alaska Bound
Fast Facts - Alaska Bound
Cruise Line: Cruise West and American Safari Cruises (ASC)
Vessels: 10 Cruise West vessels and ASC Safari Explorer, Safari Spirit
Max. passenger Capacity:
- Cruise West vessels 78-138
- Safari Explorer: 36
- Safari Spirit: 12
Months of operation: Alaska season: May to September
Suitable for: All ages
Other activities: Both lines: Inflatable craft, kayaks, all shore excursions included, naturalist guides.
Other facilities: American Safari Cruises have all stateroom cabins with private luxury facilities including TV/DVD, on-deck hot tub, fitness facilities, wine library, fine dining.
Unlock your cruise dreams in the last frontier and experience Alaska on an intimate, small ship cruise.
Alaska Bound invites you on an up-close adventure into Alaska's hidden waterways and wilderness only accessible on small ship cruises. In the company of like-minded travellers, you will experience unique insights into the environment and wildlife with trained naturalists. This is a cruise where flexibility allows the captain to stop and let you view a pod of breaching whales just off the bow, unconstrained by schedule, bringing your lifetime dream of Alaska's Inside Passage to life.
Choose from two small ship cruise experiences.
Cruise West's fleet of 10 smaller ships carry only between 78 to 138 guests and have a relaxed style on board encouraging an easy interaction between guests and crew. Travel away from crowds to the grandness of hidden fjords, secret coves, native villages and enchanting ports. The experience is designed to personally enrich with onboard naturalists and special local guests. An extensive range of Alaska itineraries is available to suit the most discerning guest. Most vessels have inflatable landing boats for up-close exploration of remote areas and shore landings.
American Safari Cruises offer a new small ship yacht cruising experience in Alaska. Combining elegant luxury yacht cruising in the pursuit of adventure on vessels with only 12 or 36 passengers. Superior staterooms, and exceptional service and cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere where experiencing Alaska's true culture, wilderness and wildlife are a top priority. Charters are available for the perfect getaway for an extended family holiday.
American Safari Cruises' all inclusive journey is a handcrafted cruise experience, where your next stop is determined not by schedule but by wildlife and engaging opportunities with locals in small port communities. Luxury, onboard features include an on-deck hot tub and exercise equipment, first-class dining and wine, library, and an onboard masseuse to help you relax.