Highlights
- Close-range wildlife viewing across Southeast Alaska: whales, bears, sea otters, seabirds.
- Access to small coves, fjords, hot springs, and waterfall coasts unreachable by large ships.
- Immersive travel on a classic wooden tugboat with naturalist-led shore walks and cultural insight.
Highlights
- Close-range wildlife viewing across Southeast Alaska: whales, bears, sea otters, seabirds.
- Access to small coves, fjords, hot springs, and waterfall coasts unreachable by large ships.
- Immersive travel on a classic wooden tugboat with naturalist-led shore walks and cultural insight.
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage
Pristine Wilderness Where the Bigger Ships Can’t Reach
On our Alaska small ship cruises, we explore natural wonders aboard a classic, wooden tugboat designed for the ultimate in guest comfort. Expeditions provide an opportunity to personally connect with the natural and cultural history of Alaska’s rugged Southeast, each day becoming more in tune with the rhythm of the coast. Travel with just a few guests, guided by the expert crew, naturalist, and guides of Maple Leaf Adventures.
Sample Itineraries: As with all expedition cruises, the itinerary may change based on weather, wildlife activity, and interests of the guests. This itinerary is to give you a general idea of the trip.
Availability is always subject to confirmation. Please check with us before booking flights
28 June, 2026 to 09 July, 2026 on Swell
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£8865 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 3
£10705 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
28 July, 2026 to 08 August, 2026 on Swell (reverse)
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£8865 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 3
£10705 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
08 August, 2026 to 19 August, 2026 on Swell
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£8865 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 3
£10705 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
19 August, 2026 to 30 August, 2026 on Swell (reverse)
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£8865 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£9689 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 3
£10705 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
26 June, 2027 to 07 July, 2027 on Swell
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£9309 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 3
£11245 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
26 July, 2027 to 06 August, 2027 on Swell
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£9309 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 3
£11245 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
06 August, 2027 to 17 August, 2027 on Swell
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£9309 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 3
£11245 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.
17 August, 2027 to 28 August, 2027 on Swell (reverse)
Prices
Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Cabins - Category 1
£9309 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Smallest Cabin
Red Alder features an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite head with a separate washbasin area. The cabin also receives natural light through a skylight and sleeps two on up and down small, extra-long single beds (79.5″ x 30″).
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed. Red Alder occupies 57 sq. ft.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 1
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-sized Cabins
Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock are located on the top deck. These cabins offer 80 square feet of space and feature a double bed with an angled foot.
Cabins feature an outside door with opening portholes and a private ensuite. Cabins provide under bed storage designed to maximize comfort and convenience.
Cabin - Category 2, Option 2
£10179 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Mid-Sized Cabins
Arbutus is located on the main deck. This cabin offers 80 square feet of space and features two large up and down bunks. It includes a small desk and an en-suite bathroom.
Storage options include a tall cupboard with shelves, a small under-sink cupboard, and storage space under the bed, a practical and comfortable option for guests.
Cabin - Category 3
£11245 GBP pp
(+ Sustainability fee per person £116 GBP pp)
Largest Cabins
Cedar and Douglas Fir, feature outside doors with opening portholes, large private 3-piece ensuite heads, natural light, and small boat queen-sized beds. Cedar has walls on three sides of the bed, while Douglas Fir has walls on two sides. Both cabins offer storage options and occupy 120 sq. ft.