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Witnessing Humpback Whales Bubble Net Feeding in Southeast Alaska
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Witnessing Humpback Whales Bubble Net Feeding in Southeast Alaska
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Witness humpback whales bubble net feeding in Southeast Alaska’s Inside Passage. Learn how this cooperative hunting strategy targets herring, capelin, and salmon fry in the nutrient-rich waters of the Tongass National Forest.

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Ask a Guest Coordinator: Your Questions, Answered
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Ask a Guest Coordinator: Your Questions, Answered
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Have questions about your upcoming small-ship cruise with The Boat Company in Alaska? Ask our Guest Coordinator; learn what to expect, what to pack, and how each day unfolds onboard!

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The Boat Company Submits Public Comment Letter on the Roadless Rule Repeal Proposal
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The Boat Company Submits Public Comment Letter on the Roadless Rule Repeal Proposal
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The Boat Company submits a 23-page legal comment opposing the Roadless Rule repeal in the Tongass National Forest, supported by hundreds of guests and advocates.

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Spring Awakening in Alaska: Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Why May & June Are the Secret Season to Cruise the Tongass
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Spring Awakening in Alaska: Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Why May & June Are the Secret Season to Cruise the Tongass
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Experience Alaska’s secret season. Cruise the Tongass in May and June for roaring waterfalls, awakening wildlife, and tranquil, crowd-free adventure.

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View fullsize Some casts are about fish. Some are about standing beside someone you trust. Our boat anchored far enough away to almost disappear into the landscape, there’s room for moments like this — where the landscape feels larger than us, and we&
View fullsize ❤️ A TBC kind of Valentine's Day poem ❤️ Alaska is all we do. Not part of a fleet. Just two. Not one destination among hundreds. Instead, into coves only one does. 🛥️ Our 2026 season is nearly full — explore remaining cabins: theboatcompany.o
View fullsize Life onboard is... simple. The salon fills slowly. A glass of wine. A naturalist answering one more question about salmon runs. Charts spread across a table. Conversations carry from dinner on the fantail to tomorrow’s plan. Our ships were bui
View fullsize Alaska is all we do — so the rhythm of this place guides the itinerary, not the other way around. 🛥️ Down to our final 2026 cabins: theboatcompany.org #TheBoatCompany #SmallShip #Tongass #InsidePassage #Alaska #Cruise
View fullsize We know where to be. And when not to move. A whale surfaces. The tail lifts. The fjord goes quiet. Fewer guests means fewer engines, fewer moving parts, and more patience. On a small ship, we’re able to slow down and let the moment unfold w
View fullsize ✨ Final 20 cabins for 2026. The excitement is building, and we’re so grateful for the curiosity and enthusiasm as the season fills. As we’ve been collecting your thoughtful questions — about packing, daily activities, and life onbo
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View fullsize We kept this image wide, even though social media prefers tall crops. You might have to look closely to spot our 150-foot ship. But it’s that small size — tucked quietly into a vast landscape — that makes moments like this possible
View fullsize This is what “curated” really looks like. On our small ships, meals are as considered as our days. Our chefs read the room: the weather outside, the morning’s activity, what’s planned for dinner, and how each guest prefers to
View fullsize A brown bear close enough to read the story written in its build. The pronounced shoulder hump, a signature of coastal brown bears, gives them the leverage to dig dens, flip stones, and stand steady in swift currents. Here, it fishes with quiet focus
View fullsize Why direction doesn’t matter — access does. Small ships and wilderness permits allow us to hike, fish, and explore places that don’t appear on other itineraries. The result isn’t a checklist. It’s freedom, presence, and
View fullsize Along our route, vast stretches of the Tongass National Forest remain roadless, rarely visited, and carefully protected. Places like Admiralty Island and the east coast of Baranof Island support thriving ecosystems because they’re shaped by tid
View fullsize Nothing about our trips is linear except the start and end ports. This isn’t about checking boxes. It’s about being in the right place, at the right moment, with the freedom to follow it. When was the last time you let go and went with th
View fullsize 🫣 The story of Ford’s Terror 🫣 Ford’s Terror is a long, narrow fjord tucked deep inside the Tongass National Forest, near Endicott Arm. Today it’s glassy, remote, and hauntingly beautiful. Its name comes from a moment when it was

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The Boat Company Wins The Seattle Times’ Best in the Pacific Northwest Award
The Boat Company Wins The Seattle Times’ Best in the Pacific Northwest Award

The Boat Company has been named a winner in The Seattle Times' Best in the Pacific Northwest awards for 2025. With over 944,000 votes cast this year, it's truly a people's choice that highlights what makes the PNW special. We're humbled and grateful to our community for lifting us up in the Boat Cruise category—your support means everything.

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The Boat Company Wins World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line
The Boat Company Wins World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line

The Boat Company is honored to be awarded World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line in 2024 by the World Cruise Awards organization. Nominees included world-renowned Linblad Expeditions, and more.

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The Boat Company Selected as a 2025 Good Housekeeping Family Travel Awards Winner
The Boat Company Selected as a 2025 Good Housekeeping Family Travel Awards Winner

With a digital footprint of over 50 million people, Good Housekeeping takes their award selections very seriously. Their travel editors and product experts spent nine months reviewing hundreds of organizations. We are deeply honored.

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The Boat Company Wins The Seattle Times’ Best in the Pacific Northwest Award
The Boat Company Wins The Seattle Times’ Best in the Pacific Northwest Award

The Boat Company has been named a winner in The Seattle Times' Best in the Pacific Northwest awards for 2025. With over 944,000 votes cast this year, it's truly a people's choice that highlights what makes the PNW special. We're humbled and grateful to our community for lifting us up in the Boat Cruise category—your support means everything.

The Boat Company in PetaPixel’s “No Guarantees” – A Tongass Tale of Fly Fishing and Fatherhood
The Boat Company in PetaPixel’s “No Guarantees” – A Tongass Tale of Fly Fishing and Fatherhood

Discover The Boat Company’s starring role in PetaPixel’s upcoming documentary "No Guarantees," filmed aboard our M/V Liseron in the Tongass National Forest. Renowned photographer Chris Niccolls captures the essence of our intimate eco-cruises—fly fishing, wildlife, and fatherhood reflections—using the Fujifilm GFX ETERNA 55.

The Boat Company Graces Cover of Foghorn Magazine with 8-Page Feature Story
The Boat Company Graces Cover of Foghorn Magazine with 8-Page Feature Story

We are thrilled to announce that our passion for ecotourism and the enchanting Alaskan wilderness is gracing the cover of Foghorn Magazine's March 2025 issue. Dive into an 8-page feature that cruises you through our commitment to conservation and the intimate experiences we offer in Southeast Alaska.

Recipes from our galleys

Savor The Boat Company’s Alaskan delights in your kitchen!

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The Ultimate Cinnamon Roll Recipe
The Ultimate Cinnamon Roll Recipe

When this treat is special-requested, our chefs get up early in the morning indulge passengers in these warm, fluffy cinnamon rolls.

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Gluten-Free Orange Cake
Gluten-Free Orange Cake

Adapted from Smitten Kitchen by April Agee, this crowd-pleasing dessert cake features cornmeal and almond flour, offering luxurious gluten-free flavor.

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Peruvian Chili Lime Dish with Chimichurri (Vegan)
Peruvian Chili Lime Dish with Chimichurri (Vegan)

A versatile adaptation of April’s salmon recipe, this dish shines with tofu or zucchini, retaining bold flavor.

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Alaskan Vegan Caesar Salad
Alaskan Vegan Caesar Salad

A fresh, plant-based delight with creamy cashew dressing and grilled tofu or veggies, perfect for all diets.

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Deviled Eggs with Deer Heart and Spiva Dill Pickle Dust
Deviled Eggs with Deer Heart and Spiva Dill Pickle Dust

A unique Tongass twist elevates classic Deviled Eggs with fresh deer heart garnish and Spiva Dill Pickle Dust, finished with a peppery flourish.

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Chef April’s Favorite Dish! Chimichurri Salmon
Chef April’s Favorite Dish! Chimichurri Salmon

April’s favorite dish brings bold Argentinian zest to sustainable SPC salmon, with leftover sauce perfect for pasta.

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M/V Mist Cove’s Salmon Caesar Salad
M/V Mist Cove’s Salmon Caesar Salad

A fresh, elevated take on a classic Caesar, this lighter mid-trip entree features perfectly cooked salmon and homemade croutons.

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