Northern Song
The 85-foot steel expedition yacht, Northern Song, was designed and constructed with the same rugged integrity as Alaska’s renowned commercial fishery vessels. Safe, functional, and comfortable, it offers an ideal public and personal space balance with ample outdoor areas for play and lounging.
Four beautiful guest staterooms each feature en suite private bathroom and shower, while expansive indoor common areas are ideal for dining and relaxing. In addition, several covered and open decks provide a perfect platform for wildlife watching and photography.
Northern Song is a very family friendly boat with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the journey. The vessel is an excellent choice for couples groups as well as corporate charters.
She offers an ideal balance of public and personal space with ample outdoor areas for play and lounging and a spacious salon with a fully equipped media suite. The huge pilot house can seat 10 for whale spotting and back seat driving.
The Northern Song participates in Alaska’s unique, voluntary U.S. Coast Guard 5-Star Safety Program carrying additional safety equipment beyond that required by regulation and operates with a U.S. Coast Guard Licensed captain and professional crew that include an onboard chef and experienced deckhand.
The M/V NORTHERN SONG is an 85’ X 26’ X 10’ steel world cruiser constructed in 1997. The vessel is equipped with the following;
520 HP 3412 Caterpillar diesel engine
2- John Deere 30KW diesel generators providing 110-volt power throughout
4 KW 12 to 110-volt power inverter
5- VHF radios
ICOM single side band radio
Furuno 72 mile and 36 mile radars
2 -Furuno commercial color depth sounders
Nobeltec Max Pro navigational software interfaced with Satellite Global Positioning
Fully equipped modern galley
7 bathrooms, 6 showers
7000 gallons fuel
3000 gallons water
1000 gallon per day watermaker
Hydraulic bow & stern thrusters
18-foot ft Zodiac tender w/ 115 Yamaha outboard
16-foot Mercury RIB tender w/60hp Yamaha outboard
7000 lb hydraulic crane
18 survival suits (various sizes) + USGC-approved life vests
16-person IBA (life raft)
Niad hydraulic gyrocompass controlled anti-roll stabilizer fins
Large flying bridge area with comfortable seating and elliptical exerciser
2- single person sea kayaks / 4 – double person sea kayaks
The boat has four private guest staterooms, safe, functional, and very comfortable, each with private bathrooms and showers.
Master Suite
The spacious Master Suite is on the forward main deck and features a queen bed, a private bathroom with tub and shower, and a TV with DVD.
Guest Cabins
The three Guest Cabins are on the lower deck and each feature private bathrooms with showers. Each of the cabins have double lower beds and single upper berths.
The diverse southeast Alaska wilderness has captivated ancient explorers for thousands of years and continues to captivate today. Alaska Sea Adventures yacht cruises and charters provide the best platform for exploring these remote waterways and islands. We offer the choice of participating in one of our guided specialty cruises or creating a unique exciting private cruise for your group or family. Join us to experience the intriguing beauty of the real southeast Alaska up close and personal. New! Sitka Gray Whale excurions.
Custom Charters
On a custom charter, it’s your choice of adventure, and the only limit is your imagination! The experienced crew aboard the Northern Song will safely and comfortably provide you with the activities and itinerary that best suit your interests.
Whale Watching Trips
Southeast Alaska is famous for large numbers of humpback whales and is one of the best places to view a host of fascinating feeding behaviors.
Photography Trips
Join us on a guided nature photography tour to one of North America’s most remote and pristine corners. Whales, bears, eagles, glaciers, and more!.
Spring Herring Extravaganza
Come witness the amazing spring herring spawns in Sitka Sound and Seymour Canal, and watch the eagles, whales, and sea lions drawn to the abundance.
Birding Trips
From the offshore seabirds,, to the sea ducks of the protected waterways, you never have to look far to find a host of interesting birds.
Global Travel: Trips Beyond Alaska
Alaska Sea Adventures will organize an adventure to view & photograph wildlife in other parts of the world in the Alaska off-season.
See what the boat is like HERE