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“The food is spectacularly good. ”
Highlights
Historic yacht with rich maritime history
Intimate cruise with only 8 passengers
Fresh Alaskan meals created from local ingredients
Explore stunning fjords, beautiful coves, and remote inlets
The MV Westward yacht offers exciting cruises to Alaska from May through September. Designed by the renowned naval architect L.E. 'Ted' Geary, and since her launch in 1924, her maritime history has been well documented. She is now listed with the US National Register of Historic Places. The MV Westward caters to just 8 passengers in 4 comfortable cabins, offering a more intimate cruise due to the few guests. Each of the cabins is fitted with a double and single bunk, settee, and en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet, sink, and portholes that open to the sea air. Social areas include the main indoor salon and covered back deck. The back deck area is a perfect space to enjoy al-fresco dining or spectacular views whilst recounting the day's adventures. Meals aboard the Westward are an important part of the journey, and meals are created from fresh Alaskan ingredients; as many organic and unprocessed products as possible are used to create delicious, wholesome meals.
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There is no AC aboard the Westward, but it is not needed. The ship is designed so that the cool night air flows freely, and you get a good night's sleep with only the sound of breathing whales and not a noisy generator.
Alaskan cruises aboard the MV Westward have been carefully planned over decades of local experience by the dedicated and passionate crew. The aim is to provide guests with the best of South East Alaska, and itineraries have been refined so that you can explore the best of the stunning fjords, beautiful coves, and remote inlets with no travel at night needed. Cruises to Alaska include visits to the Inside Passage, a 1000-mile saltwater channel home to thousands of islands, and itineraries exploring SE Alaska's Western Passages, where you can spot bears along the coastline, talk with locals, and learn their history.
Whatever trip you choose, your Alaskan cruise aboard the MV Westward will surely be remembered. Book online today to reserve your space.
The MV Westward also visits Mexicofrom December - April.
Included: VAT, National Park Fees, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide.
Optional Extras: Gratuities.
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Boat features
Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Sun Deck
Kayaks On-Board
Naturalist Itineraries
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Available for Charter
Naturalist Guide
Food & Drinks
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Western Food
Local Food
If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English.
Drawings & Vessel Layouts
Cabin Types
Boat Specifications
Year built
1924
Year renovated
2016
Length
86ft
Beam
19ft
Cruising speed
8 knots
Engines
Main Engine: 4 cylinder Atlas 9×12 diesel 110 h.p. at 300 r.p.m.
Max guests
11
Number of cabins
4
Number of bathrooms
4
Water capacity
1000 gallons
Fuel capacity
3000 gallons
Boat navigation and safety
Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares
Westward Reviews
9.4 Superb
2 Verified Reviews
Vessel
8.0
Crew
10.0
Food
10.0
Activities
10.0
Value
9.0
9.2 Superb
Rosi H
New Zealand
Once in a live time experience
Kayaking between ice floats/ Swimming in a glacier lake followed by dipping into hot pools situated above a waterfall.
Gourmet food and caring crew.
Thank you Cacey, Liam and Ben for a wonder experience.
Recommended for
1.Being looked after by a very dedicated crew.2. Old lady Westward and her beautiful layout.3.
9.6 Exceptional
Jayne B
United States
A special treasure
This boat is nearly 100 years old and is in pristine condition. It goes where the big cruise ships cannot. The crew has the “hospitality gene,” works incredibly hard yet always makes guests feel welcome, valued, and capable. The food is spectacularly good. There is even a rooftop garden where salad greens and fresh herbs are harvested daily. Oh yes, the trip itself — bald eagles, whales, bears, glaciers, icebergs, and more — was wonderful.
Recommended for
The crew, the vistas we saw, the shared experience
Kayaking between ice floats/ Swimming in a glacier lake followed by dipping into hot pools situated above a waterfall.
Gourmet food and caring crew.
Thank you Cacey, Liam and Ben for a wonder experience.
Recommended for
1.Being looked after by a very dedicated crew.2. Old lady Westward and her beautiful layout.3.
9.6 Exceptional
Jayne B
United States
A special treasure
This boat is nearly 100 years old and is in pristine condition. It goes where the big cruise ships cannot. The crew has the “hospitality gene,” works incredibly hard yet always makes guests feel welcome, valued, and capable. The food is spectacularly good. There is even a rooftop garden where salad greens and fresh herbs are harvested daily. Oh yes, the trip itself — bald eagles, whales, bears, glaciers, icebergs, and more — was wonderful.
Recommended for
The crew, the vistas we saw, the shared experience
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Cabin info
Cabins
1 Bunk bed (single and double)
No fan or aircon
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests
Private cabin
All cabins on the MV Westward are outfitted with a double (4’6″ w x 6’8″ l) and a single (2’6″ w x 6’6″ l) bunk, a settee, sink, toilet, and a shower.
Cabin is selected on the next step in your booking process.Select Itinerary
Gear Rental
Rental Gear Prices
Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat.
Please provide your rental needs on the booking form.
Boat features
Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Sun Deck
Kayaks On-Board
Naturalist Itineraries
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Available for Charter
Naturalist Guide
Food & Drinks
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Western Food
Local Food
If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English.
Boat Specifications
Year built
1924
Year renovated
2016
Length
86ft
Beam
19ft
Cruising speed
8 knots
Engines
Main Engine: 4 cylinder Atlas 9×12 diesel 110 h.p. at 300 r.p.m.
Max guests
11
Number of cabins
4
Number of bathrooms
4
Water capacity
1000 gallons
Fuel capacity
3000 gallons
Boat navigation and safety
Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares
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Please note that this inquiry is for chartering the entire boat, not for individual cabins.
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9.4 Superb 
New Zealand 
United States 
