Alaska Yacht Charters

Let us steer you to a trusted, quality Alaska yacht charter—your own private cruise in the Last Frontier. All our overnight Alaska yacht charters are fully crewed and include guided exploration of Alaska's wilderness.

ON THIS PAGE – Alaska Charter Cruises:
Types of Alaska Charters
Where Alaska Charter Boats Sail
Alaska Charter Rates
Terms & Conditions to Expect
Customizing Your Alaska Yacht Charter
Traveler Reviews

What We Offer

We are a team of award-winning small Alaska cruise specialists who helped pioneer adventure cruising in Alaska; let our expertise and firsthand experience with Alaska private yacht charters be your guide for planning a custom cruise. We offer the largest selection of Alaska charter boats carrying 8 to 100 travelers, and have curated the ships listed on this page (8- to 36-guest vessels) for our charter clients.

From Southeast Alaska, the Inside Passage and Prince William Sound, to sailings along the coast to Seattle, our custom Alaska yacht charters show you the state at its best. 

Types of Alaska Charter Cruises

Design your own experience of North America's premier wilderness. Our selection of Alaska yacht charters is curated with the best Alaska charter boats providing unparalleled access to remote wilderness areas as well as the highest level of safety and comfort. Whatever your travel preference, we can accommodate and help you craft your own private Alaska cruise to enjoy:

• active exploration on naturalist-led shore hikes
• add in more harder-charging hikes or opt for mellow beachcombs
• devote more time to sea kayaking and/or stand-up paddleboarding
• spend more or less time exploring port towns
• focus on glaciers, whale watching, bears, cultural stops, or a mix
• drop pots for crab or go fishing for dinner - some of our ships have had halibut caught by travelers as young as 6 and as old as their 90s
• find luxury touches or seek out affordability
• narrow in on the best Alaska cruises for families if you have younger ages in your group

Where Alaska Charter Boats Can Sail

Our Alaska charter boats are primarily based in the Inside Passage, including Glacier Bay cruises, but we have private boat options in Prince William Sound, along the remote coastlines of Katmai National Park and sailing up from Seattle. On a private Alaska cruise ship, you can help set the route, but certain vessels are best equipped, permitted and staffed for certain areas. And note that our Alaska charter cruises are all overnight, no day-only bookings.

AdventureSmith's team of experts can work with you to plan which Alaska charter boat works best for your group. We have everything from popular Juneau yacht charters to sailings out of Ketchikan, Sitka, Whittier or Cordova.

Alaska Yacht Charter Rates 

A full-boat charter has many advantages over an independently booked cruise. Per-person price is a big advantage in addition to exclusivity and flexibility. The trips listed on our website show rates per person, for travelers booking individual staterooms on prescheduled departures. But when you book a full Alaska yacht charter, each person will typically save 10 to 30% off these regular per-person cruise rates. 

Alaska yacht charters are most often planned and contracted at least one year in advance of the cruise departure date, but as long as space is available charter yachts in Alaska can still be secured.

Charter rates vary by destination, season and availability. Off-season Alaskan yacht charters garner the greatest savings while high-season dates should be secured a year or more in advance. To get a jump-start on charter research, read our 7-step guide How to Charter a Yacht then consult our Alaska yacht charter specialists for the ultimate guidance.

Deals on Alaska Yacht Charters

How to get the best deal on Alaska charter cruises? Our experts know the nuances and span of private Alaska cruise options in the region and can link you to the latest Alaska yacht charter discounts. View our Alaska cruise deals to see what's currently on sale. 

Charter Terms & Conditions 

Terms and conditions are sometimes more strict with Alaska private yacht charters (and charters anywhere, for that matter) than they are for individual bookings. Expect to pay a charter rate that remains the same, whether or not you have enough travelers to fill all the staterooms.

Cancellation terms usually require a nonrefundable deposit and payments as the cruise date approaches. Some Alaska charter boats require that one person be responsible for signing the charter agreement.

Group travel insurance policies are highly recommended when considering a private Alaska cruise. Our experts will work with you and your group to make the charter process seamless and transparent. 

Customizing Your Alaska Charter Cruise

Many of our Alaska yacht charter clients complement their cruise with time on land at a wilderness lodge. We offer scenic locations, authentic cuisine and unique lodge access by way of floatplane, helicopter, raft or boat.

Visit Denali National Park as few visitors do; stay at the only lodge within Kenai Fjords National Park; or opt to arrive to the most remote of lodges in true Alaska style—by floatplane. Our experts will help you find a good fit for your interests among all of our Alaska land tours.

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How to Charter a Yacht in 7 Steps
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Best Alaska Cruises for Families
The Best Small Alaska Cruises & Cruise Lines
Alaska Small Ship Cruise Deals
Small Ship Alaska Cruise Reviews
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