Alaskan Dream

The 1986-built MV Alaskan Dream is a modern, streamlined catamaran designed for smooth navigation through Alaska’s inland waterways, including narrow channels and fjords.

The vessel (IMO number 8978679) is currently USA-flagged (MMSI 367489250) and registered in Seattle, WA.

She was the first ship in the Alaskan Dream Cruises fleet. Formerly named "Executive Explorer", she was previously owned by the now-defunct cruise lines Glacier Bay and Majestic America. In 2011, she was refurbished and relaunched as "Alaskan Dream". Designed for wildlife viewing, the ship features large windows in all cabins and public areas, along with a full-length outdoor observation deck on the top level.

Decks and Cabins

The ship has 4 decks and a total of 20 passenger staterooms. Cabins are divided into 4 categories, ranging in size from 9.7 to 38.6 m² (105–415 ft²), with the largest being the Owner’s Suite. Bed-to-ceiling windows make the rooms feel more spacious. Several cabins allow triple occupancy, and one supports four guests with bunk beds.

All accommodations have doors opening to interior hallways, offering more privacy compared to expedition ships with exterior-facing passageways. Bathrooms are compact, with a toilet and shower separated by a plastic curtain. A vanity sink and medicine cabinet are located within the main cabin area. Luxurious Alaska-made toiletries include shampoos and soaps. There is no Wi-Fi, TV, or telephone onboard. Cell service may be limited, especially outside major ports.

Shipboard Facilities

The ship’s main dining venue, Sitka Rose, features open seating at six-person tables and serves made-to-order meals. Daily recaps from expedition leaders, social hours, and drinks are held in the Vista View Lounge & Bar, the primary gathering space. As with all Alaskan Dream Cruises vessels, Alaskan Dream offers an open-bridge policy.

Itineraries

Itineraries include a stop at Hobart Bay, a native Alaskan-owned property where other cruise lines cannot dock. This exclusive "play day" stop allows guests to enjoy kayaking, driving Zegos (jet boats), and RTVs. Most cruises also visit Orca Lodge island near Juneau, owned by the cruise line’s parent company, Allen Marine. The island hosts evening king crab feasts, where guests enjoy unlimited seafood and roast s’mores over a campfire.

MV Alaskan Dream deploys motorized skiffs for up-close exploration of fjords, glaciers, and coastal wildlife. Itineraries featuring Glacier Bay include onboard narration by National Park Service rangers and a full day of scenic glacier and wildlife viewing.