MAPLE LEAF ADVENTURES
British Columbia, Canada; Alaska
MAPLE LEAF
Passenger Capacity: 8-10
Built: 1904
Length: 92 ft.
Beam: 15 ft.
Draft: 11 ft.
Officers: 2, Canadian
Staff and Crew: 3, Canadian
Itinerary: 5, 8
and 12-day excursions to peak
areas for nature and wildlife, including Haida Gwaii( formerly the Queen
Charlotte Islands) in May and June, the Great Bear Rainforest
(northern BC) in April, June and September, Southeast
Alaska in July and Vancouver Island/Gulf Islands in April,
August, September and October..
Note: Maple Leaf Alaska cruises are now able
to view bears at Pack Creek on Admiralty Island, one of the few
groups given a special permit to take guests into this protected
bear-rich area (special bear guides, responsible viewing).
Cabins: The main cabin is open by day, and at night is divided by
heavy curtains
into four "cabins", providing sleeping accommodations for eight guests in
single or double beds up to 6.5 ft. long. There are skylights.
There are three shared washrooms with hot showers.
Dining: Daytime dining is
often on deck or a picnic
ashore, however dinner is usually in the dining area. Fresh foods are served
daily. Wine and beer are included.
Dress: Casual warm clothing and
waterproof layers.
Facilities and Activities:
This is a rugged expedition ship. Two inflatable tenders provide shore access.
Passengers go ashore often and spend a great deal of time outside in the forests, on the beaches and enjoying the many hot springs in these areas.
There is much watching of whales and other marine mammals as well as bears
and other wildlife. All trips are accompanied by a naturalist
guide with
knowledge about the areas travelled. Kayaks, fishing gear, hydrophones for
listening to whales, video camera and screen for sharing images
are aboard. Guests may help sail and steer the ship and learn
navigation and other maritime skills with the crew in the
wheelhouse.
Recent Fares Reported to Us:
$460 per person per day, completely inclusive, and includes permit fees to visit
limited access areas and use of all gear on board (including kayaks and
rubber boots). Seven-night cruise
$3,290 Canadian, 12-night cruise of Alaska $6,780 Canadian, and five-day cruise in October: $2,225 Canadian.
Charter price is 8 regular fares. Up to two can be
added for half
price.
For current fares and detailed itineraries of
Maple Leaf, click on this
MapleLeaf link
For special offers and to book a berth on
Maple Leaf, fill out our Cruise Request Form.
