Wilderness Discoverer

Vessel type: Expedition

Length: 176 feet

Passenger Capacity: 76 guests

Built: 1992, renovated 2012

Wilderness Discoverer combines rugged exploration with attentive service, carrying 76 guests across three decks designed for comfort and adventure. Her shallow draft allows access to remote Alaskan waterways that larger vessels cannot reach, while onboard features such as two hot tubs, spacious lounges, and panoramic viewing areas provide ample relaxation. The bar, crafted from a yellow cedar log from Peril Strait, adds a distinctive Alaskan touch, and the lounge includes wildlife guides, binoculars, and a library for enrichment between excursions.

Dining aboard the Discoverer is flexible and social, with open-seating meals served at set times and unlimited beverages—including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options—provided. Dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice. Onboard amenities include the EZ Dock kayak launch platform, bow-mounted underwater camera, kayaks, paddleboards, inflatable skiffs, hiking poles, snorkel gear, fitness equipment, yoga mats, and a movie and book library. Wi-Fi is available outside protected areas, allowing guests to remain connected while fully immersed in Alaska’s fjords and glaciers.