Alaska Small Cruise Boat: The Misty Fjord

Small Cruise Ship M/V Misty Fjord at rest in Clover Passage

The 60' M/V Misty Fjord is an expedition class vessel, thoughtfully and creatively designed specifically for ecotours in Southeast Alaska. With a hull design based upon well-proven commercial fishing vessels, her sturdy construction and graceful lines capture the essence and spirit of Alaska’s rich maritime heritage, while providing some creature comforts not found on typical Alaskan small cruise ships.

Going Green

The Misty Fjord is powered by two 526 horse power John Deere engines. These engines employ cutting edge technology for low emissions and high fuel efficiency and are EPA Tier 11 compliant for use in commercial service. These engines meet both the International Maritime Organization (IMO) emission standards and the European Recreational Craft Directive standards. For efficiency and comfort, we usually travel at “hull speed”, the vessel’s most efficient speed. Having two engines provides for a measure of additional safety as well as economy.

Accommodations: A Touch of Class!

Though the vessel captures the ambiance of an Alaskan fishing vessel, it has the appearance and comfort of a modern excursion yacht. Your Captain and host, Dale created the profile and arrangement specifically for small group wilderness cruising in Southeast Alaska.The Misty Fjord has 5 staterooms, each with a private shower and toilet. Two staterooms have double berths; the others have two single berths in each. An aft deck drying room provides a place to hang coats and rain gear to ensure a dry start in the morning.

 

Alaska Small Cruise Ship M/V Misty Fjord: Salon and Galley area

Staterooms with private Head (Toilet, Sink and Shower)

 

User Friendly

The vessel was designed as an “Expedition Class” vessel to facilitate enjoying the out of doors, but comfort was not neglected.

For your comfort and convenience this Alaska small boat is designed with both a dining area and a salon lounge. The self service buffet counter is set up to provide beverages and snacks at your leisure. Our chef provides healthy gourmet meals, taking advantage of the availability of fresh seafood such as salmon, halibut, crab and shrimp. A common heated drying room is provided for any wet or damp clothes so you'll always have dry and warm clothes in the morning. After settling in, you'll come to treat the Misty Fjord as your home away from home.

The Misty Fjord is also equipped with kayaks, a 13' unsinkable Boston Whaler and a 16' Zodiac.

Alaska Small Cruise Ship M/V Misty Fjord: Side profile and Dinette area

Technical Information

Our vessel is twin diesel powered, USCG approved for 12 passengers. The Misty Fjord cruises at 11 knots, with a top speed of 14 knots. The fiberglass hull was built by LeClercq Marine of Seattle. It carries 1400 gallons of fuel and 600 gallons of water. The water capacity is supplemented with an 800 gal. per day water maker.