The breathtaking scenery which comprises Alaska's waterways gently rolls past your window aboard the Catalyst. The Seventy four-foot Catalyst is a historic wooden vessel that has been thoughtfully restored true to her 1930's heritage. Her elegance and comfort are perfect compliments to the majestic areas through which she cruises. She is a truly unique vessel for an Alaska adventure cruise.
Our cruises are anything but ordinary. Unlike larger, more traditional Alaskan cruises, our cruises focus on our passengers. By concentrating our efforts on targeting the preferences you and your travel companions in the early planning stage of your cruise, we can be sure to plan activities for everyone, from the youngest member of your group to the oldest.
We offer a wide variety of activities, from whale watching and hiking to glacier viewing, fishing, and kayaking. Our exceptional flexibility allows passengers to participate in different activities at the same time. Maybe dad wants to take the kids kayaking while mom and grandma embark on a hiking excursion to land. Our experienced crew enjoys extensive knowledge of Alaska 's remote wilderness and will happily impart you with as much of that knowledge as you would like.
The comfortable and spacious quarters of the Catalyst are suitable for up to 12 passengers. Classic accommodations include cozy, private staterooms, a spacious galley, and a warm wood-paneled salon.
With the heartbeat of her slow-turning, rugged diesel engine chugging in the background, the pace aboard a Catalyst cruise is relaxed and unhurried. The early excitement of exploration and discovery carries on. And her welcome, nurturing spirit continues to inspire those aboard, creating lasting memories.
Cruising Speed: 8 knots Main Engine: 6 cylinder 8x10 Washington Estep diesel, 120 h.p. at 450 r.p.m. (This is the original engine rebuilt and maintained)
Fuel: 3,000 gallons Fresh Water: 300 gallons with R.O. water maker
Range: 4,000 nautical miles
Accommodations: for up to 12 passengers and 4 to 5 crew
Construction: Oak frames, Alaska yellow cedar planked. Douglas fir keel with a 2-inch heel of Australian iron bark
Built by: Lake Union Dry Docks, Seattle , Washington , 1932
Designed by: Roland & Strickland
Navigation: Radar, G.P.S. and depth finders Communications: VHF and cellular Telephone
Specialty Equipment: Underwater hydrophone, viewing aquarium, microscope, presentation projector, white board, two laptop computers, one for navigation, one for digital picutres, boat camera and stereo CD player
Auxiliary Power: 12 kw generator and batteries Ships Power: 110 volts AC and 12/24 volts DC
Auxiliary Watercraft: 14-foot and 20-foot inflatable utility boats, 5 double sea kayaks, and 3 single sea kayaks.
74 foot historic vessel, beautifully restored true to her 1930's heritage
In the words of the captain, "We sail these historic wooden boats because we enjoy the unique individuals they attract, the rarefied atmosphere they generate, and because we are all hopeless romantics"
Custom photography, natural history, exploration and mother-ship kayaking charters throughout the Southeast Alaska, the Inside Passage and the San Juan Islands
6 days/5 nights on boat
Staterooms starting at $2,100 per person
Whole boat charters starting at $20,910 for a group of 10
7 days/6 nights on boat
Staterooms starting at $3,325 per person
Whole boat charters starting at $33,469 for a group of 10
(Rates vary dependent upon route, time of year, and stateroom selection)
Please contact the Expedition Broker at (877) 406-1320 or by email for a complete schedule and list of rates.
The Catalyst schedules voyages between Friday Harbor , WA and Ketchikan , AK as well as voyages throughout Southeast Alaska . For more information about the price of different trips, or for chartering the whole vessel, please don't hesitate to contact The Expedition Broker.
