Cruise West - Up Close, Casual, and Personal...

When the West family, the founders and still owners of Cruise West, began offering unique and personal travel experiences more than 50 years ago in Alaska, a philosophy prevailed that remains true to this day: to provide up-close travel that focuses on the destination - its scenery, wildlife, natural history and culture - all in the company of limited numbers of like-minded travelers.

While magnificent sweeping views are certainly abundant in every one of Cruise West's destinations, it's the glory of the details, viewed close up, that provides the most rewarding memories - an eagle in a tree on a tiny rocky islet, or the barnacles visible on a humpback's fin. In many of the remote waterways we visit, small ships are the only way to explore the area.

The casual style on board all of the Cruise West vessels encourages relaxation and congenial interaction between guests and crew alike. And the experience is personally enriching, through on-board narrative and lectures, special local guests from a wide variety of backgrounds, and the library provided on each vessel.

With Cruise West, you're not just a visitor, you're a participant. Whether kayaking off a wilderness island in Mexico, hiking in a rain forest in Alaska, or enjoying a spectacular spring garden in British Columbia, a small-ship cruise is an engaging experience for all the senses. In every Cruise West destination, at least one shore excursion or highlight is included in each port of call, to further encourage your active involvement.

Take advantage of the fact that we are able to offer you exclusive deals on all Cruise West cruises. Whether you're looking for an Alaska Cruise West cruise or a Caribbean Cruise West cruise, we have every option you could desire. Don't want to fly? Why not book a Cruise West cruise from a port nearby your home? For example, there are Cruise West cruises leaving from Seattle and Cruise West cruises from New York. Take a look at our endless inventory or give us a call, 7 days a week!

The Cruise West Fleet - click a ship below for more info