Alaska Tour Adventures

08/03/2024

The AMHS has released the Winter schedule 2024/25 and is now accepting ferry reservations!

07/21/2024

https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaMarineHighway/videos/383027538135186/

05/12/2024

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weather/forecasts/thousands-ordered-to-evacuate-fort-nelson-bc-due-to-wildfire

Blackouts expected as local power generation winds down

12/23/2023

10/02/2023

IMPORTANT NEWS

We wanted to address some recent concerns regarding the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) and ferry service to Prince Rupert. In cases where false information circulates on social media, we believe it's essential to respond with the facts.

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹: We'd like to clarify that AMHS has not closed its Prince Rupert terminal. We remain committed to resuming ferry service to Prince Rupert when our resources allow.

𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗦: The M/V Kennicott has not lost its SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) certification. The ship is built to SOLAS standards, and there is no such thing as a SOLAS "license." Safety remains a paramount concern, and our vessels undergo regular inspections and maintenance to ensure compliance.

𝗠/𝗩 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗸𝗮:: We appreciate your patience as we work on assessing the M/V Matanuska. The 60-year-old vessel will be scheduled for a hull scan to help AMHS determine the best path forward. Rest assured, we are committed to maintaining the safety and reliability of our fleet.

We understand your concerns and value your support as we continue to provide vital transportation services to Alaskan communities. If you ever come across false information about AMHS, know that we'll be here to set the record straight with the facts.

09/26/2023

What better way to celebrate the Autumnal Equinox than with a spectacular sunrise at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal in Juneau Alaska. Photo courtesy of Lars Gregovich.

08/16/2023

The AMHS Winter Schedule Is Now Available For Bookings; Press Release: http://alaska.gov/go/3UHE

05/23/2023

M/V Hubbard Receives U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection. Ship to sail from Juneau to Haines on May 23. Details at:

(JUNEAU, Alaska) – The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) is pleased to announce that the U.S. Coast Guard has granted the M/V Hubbard its Certificate of Inspection (COI), marking a significant achievement for the vessel and her crew. This certification allows Hubbard to commence revenue service,...

04/28/2023

Supplemental ferry service offered 4/30 and 5/04.

We will be providing supplemental service via Goldbelt from Juneau on 4/30 and 5-04.

On 4-30 the vessel will be leaving Juneau at 8:00 am (Departing from Statter Harbor) to Kake (Arriving at OVK Dock), Angoon (Arriving at Seaplanes dock), Hoonah (Arriving at City float) back to Juneau (Arriving at Seadrome) at 8:00 pm.

On 5-04 the vessel will be leaving Juneau at 7:00 am (Departing from Statter Harbor) to Kake (Arriving at OVK Dock), back to Juneau (Arriving at Statter Harbor) at 4:30 pm.

This can be booked through AMHS reservations.

04/11/2023

Due to staffing shortages, the sailing between Juneau and Whittier is unavailable.

02/03/2023

03/08/23 Summer Schedule is now Available for Booking:
Thank you for your patience regarding the 2023 Alaska Marine Highway summer schedule. The summer schedule is now available for booking. We anticipate heavy call volume over the coming days.

01/06/2023

Update: 2023 Summer Schedule
AMHS is currently in the process of developing the 2023 summer schedule. A draft schedule packet will be available for public input in the coming weeks.

09/30/2022

SEP 29
Schedule Change: MV Lituya sailings have been revised on 10-20
The MV Lituya schedule on 10-20 has been updated to accommodate a health fair in Metlakatla.

SEP 27
Schedule Change: MV Kennicott sailings adjusted in January 2023
The MV Kenicott schedule from 1-1 through 1-13 has been updated due to added cross gulf and canceled YPR sailings.

09/16/2022

Notification: The 2022-2023 Winter Ferry Schedule Now Available
The AMHS 2022-2023 Winter Ferry Schedule has been released and reservations are available from October through April.

09/02/2022

Update: MV Kennicott sailing, WTR-KOD-WTR on Thursday, Sept. 1 is canceled due to a mechanical. As a result, MV Aurora Sailing to WTR on Friday, Sept. 2 is canceled.

08/25/2022

ATTENTION
M/V Tustumena August 25-26 sailings canceled due to crew shortage. Service notices are available at http://alaska.gov/go/Q3DG

Find the latest Alaska Marine Highway Service Notices, including the latest information on schedule changes and other notices.

08/16/2022

DOT&PF Seeks Public Review of Winter Ferry Schedule. Comments may be submitted through August 26, 2022. Read press the release at: http://alaska.gov/go/TB20

(JUNEAU, Alaska) –The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) winter operating plan for October 2022 through April 2023 is available for public review. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) plans to release a summer 2023 schedule for public comment after the winter sch...

08/05/2022

Service Notice from the Alaska Marine Highway
Date: AUG 2, 2022

Notification: Food and beverage service on the M/V Tustumena sailings suspended

Due to crew shortages, food and beverage service on the MV Tustumena is suspended until further notice. Please plan to pack accordingly for your trip.

04/28/2022

APR 27
Schedule Change: M/V Kennicott to add port stop in Seldovia on 5-15
The MV Kennicott will add a port call in Seldovia on 5-15 (note time changes to make this happen) due to excess traffic from prior cancellation due to yard delays.

04/26/2022

April 25, 2022 - The AMHS Announced a Schedule Change: M/V Kennicott will now depart Ketchican heading northbound on 4-28

Due to the delay coming out of the shipyard, the MV Kennicott will depart Ketchican heading northbound on 4-28. This revised schedule will drop HOM-SDV from the original sailing itinerary.

04/20/2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 19, 2022
Press Release: 22-0019

Contact: Sam Dapcevich, [email protected], (907) 465-4503

Face Masks Now Optional on AMHS vessels and in Terminal Buildings

(KETCHIKAN, Alaska) – Face masks are no longer required on Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) vessels or inside AMHS terminal buildings.

A recent federal court order ended the US DOT mask requirement for public transportation. AMHS staff and passengers may choose to continue wearing masks, and the CDC continues to recommend that people wear masks in indoor public transportation settings.

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 237 airports, 10 ferries serving 33 communities along 3,500 marine miles, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.”

04/19/2022

From the Alaska Marine Highway 04/19/22

M/V Kennicott Delayed Coming Out Of Overhaul

AMHS to offer passengers alternative transportation options

(KETCHIKAN, Alaska) –The M/V Kennicott's scheduled return to service on April 22 will be delayed due to supply chain issues, labor constraints, and an unexpected mechanical failure. The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) is working with all eighty Alaska-bound travelers on alternative transportation options to accommodate their individual travel needs and timeline.

The Kennicott was scheduled to depart Bellingham for a northbound voyage on April 22. AMHS anticipates the ship will pick up its original schedule on April 25, departing northbound from Ketchikan.

Like the rest of the nation, AMHS and its contractors are grappling with supply chain and tight labor market issues, and 2022 has marked several delays in return to service for Marine Highway vessels. Once repairs are complete, Kennicott will be Coast Guard inspected and recertified for sailing.

The Kennicott is designed to carry 499 passengers and has a vehicle capacity of 1,560 linear feet for operation in Southeast Alaska and 1,340 linear feet in Southwest Alaska, which equals approximately 67 to 78 twenty-foot vehicles.

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 237 airports, 10 ferries serving 33 communities along 3,500 marine miles, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.”

01/29/2022

M/V Tazlina Returns to the Northern Panhandle in February. Passengers can book tickets for sailings to 6 communities. Angoon, Gustavus, Hoonah, Juneau, Haines, and Skagway

Press release: http://alaska.gov/go/S1VW

(JUNEAU, Alaska) –The M/V Tazlina is crewed up and AMHS is taking reservations for travelers to northern panhandle communities, including Angoon, Gustavus, Hoonah, Juneau, Haines, and Skagway.

01/27/2022

AMHS M/V Tustumena return-to-service now expected July 15. M/V Kennicott will replace most sailings for passengers. Press release: http://alaska.gov/go/0PMH