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Small-Ship Adventure Line

UnCruise Adventures

Active, all-inclusive adventure on small ships that reach the coves and coastlines the big lines cannot.

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The line

Adventure first, on ships built small

UnCruise Adventures is a small-ship adventure line built around the outdoors. Its vessels carry roughly 22 to 86 guests, which is small enough to anchor in a hidden cove, nose into a narrow inlet or change course for a pod of whales.

The company is independent and Seattle-based, formed as UnCruise in 2013 from the American Safari Cruises and InnerSea Discoveries brands, with roots reaching back to 1996. The name is the promise: this is the opposite of a big, buttoned-up cruise.

Days are active and unhurried, filled with kayaking, hiking, skiff tours, snorkeling and wildlife watching, all included in the fare. Evenings are relaxed and social, more like a friends’ expedition than a formal cruise.

Style
Small-ship adventure
Fleet
9 small ships
Guests
22 to 86
Fares
All-inclusive
Sails to
Alaska to Galapagos
Based
Seattle
In a word

“UnCruise turns the usual cruise inside out: tiny ships, no crowds, and days spent kayaking, hiking and watching for whales.”

A cozy cabin aboard a small UnCruise Adventures vessel

Tiny ships that go where big ones cannot

With as few as 22 guests and no more than 86, UnCruise ships slip into places the large lines never see, from Alaska’s narrow fjords to remote beaches in Baja and the Galapagos. Cabins are comfortable and unfussy, because the point is to be outside, not in your room.

The small scale changes everything. There are no set schedules to fight, no crowds at the rail and no waiting to get ashore, so the crew can linger where the wildlife is and skip where it is not.

Guests sharing a casual meal aboard an UnCruise Adventures ship

All-inclusive, and built around activity

Fares are genuinely all-inclusive, covering meals, most activities and equipment such as kayaks, paddleboards and snorkel gear, along with complimentary beer, wine and spirits on board. Airfare, gratuities and travel insurance sit outside the fare.

Guides and naturalists set the pace, leading hikes, skiff tours and paddles matched to your energy and interests. The atmosphere is casual and friendly, with hearty meals and easy conversation rather than dress codes and formal nights.

A whale surfacing near a small UnCruise Adventures ship

Alaska, the Americas and the Galapagos

Alaska is the heart of the program, with weeks spent among the glaciers, whales and rainforest of the Inside Passage. From there the fleet ranges to Mexico’s Sea of Cortez, Costa Rica and Panama, the Galapagos and the Hawaiian Islands.

Closer to home, UnCruise also explores the Columbia and Snake Rivers and the coastal Pacific Northwest. We help you match the right ship, region and season to the adventure you have in mind.

Booking UnCruise Adventures with CDV

Why book through us

Exclusive UnCruise value

Group amenities and onboard credit on qualifying UnCruise sailings that you will not find booking direct.

Combinable offers

Our exclusive value can usually be layered with UnCruise’s current promotions, plus full loyalty credit.

Adventure specialists

Advisors who know the UnCruise fleet and its regions, and match the right ship, cabin and season to you.

Seamless land and sea

Because we run our own tours ashore, we make it easy to add a CDV land stay before or after your voyage.

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Frequently asked questions

What is UnCruise Adventures known for?

UnCruise is known for active, all-inclusive small-ship adventure. Its ships carry just 22 to 86 guests, which lets them reach quiet coves and coastlines that big ships miss, and days are built around kayaking, hiking, skiff tours and wildlife watching.

How many ships does UnCruise Adventures have?

UnCruise operates a fleet of nine small expedition vessels. Each carries a small number of guests, from about 22 to 86, so the experience stays intimate wherever the ship sails.

Is UnCruise Adventures all-inclusive?

Yes. Fares cover meals, most activities and equipment such as kayaks, paddleboards and snorkel gear, along with complimentary beer, wine and spirits on board. Airfare, gratuities and travel insurance are the main costs not included.

Where does UnCruise Adventures sail?

UnCruise sails Alaska, Mexico’s Sea of Cortez, Costa Rica and Panama, the Galapagos, the Hawaiian Islands, the Columbia and Snake Rivers and the coastal Pacific Northwest. Alaska is the largest part of the program.

Who is UnCruise Adventures for?

It suits active travelers who want to be outdoors and among wildlife rather than on a big ship with crowds and formal nights. The small ships, casual style and included activities reward people who like to hike, paddle and explore.

What is the dress code on UnCruise Adventures?

It is casual and comfortable. Guests dress for the outdoors in layers, with sturdy footwear that grips wet or rocky ground. There are no formal nights, so pack for activity rather than dressing up.

Is UnCruise Adventures good for families?

It can be a great fit for active families. There is no strict minimum age, though the line generally suggests children be around eight to enjoy the activities, and some itineraries set age limits for certain adventures. We confirm the details for the voyage you choose.

How much does an UnCruise Adventures cruise cost?

Fares vary by ship, cabin, region and season, and because so much is included the headline number is not directly comparable to a mainstream cruise fare. Rather than quote a misleading range, we price your specific voyage and secure the best available CDV value. Request a complimentary quote and we will lay out the real numbers.

Ready to sail with UnCruise Adventures?

Complimentary quote, exclusive CDV value, and a specialist who plans it around you.

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