UnCruise Adventures Increases Capacity and Opens Bookings for 2028 Alaska Cruises in the Aleutian Islands

74-guest Wilderness Explorer will take over the popular Alaska cruise itinerary due to strong booking demand

JUNEAU, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UnCruise Adventures is more than doubling capacity on its popular Aleutian Islands Adventure with Dutch Harbor & Kodiak itinerary in 2028, shifting from the 36-guest yacht Safari Explorer to the 74-guest Wilderness Explorer due to strong booking demand. The USA-flagged small ship cruise line has opened bookings for the remote Alaska voyage now with an early booking offer.

From June 2 - August 15, 2028, Wilderness Explorer will operate eight 10-night cruises between Seward and Dutch Harbor, Alaska (and reverse) in this rarely visited region. Along the way, guests will explore Kenai Fjords National Park, Katmai National Park, Ugashik National Wildlife Refuge, Aniakchak National Monument, Shumagin Islands and Akutan Village.

2028 Aleutian Islands Early Booking Offer

Guests who book a cruise by October 31, 2026 can take advantage of the 2028 Aleutian Islands Early Booking Savings Offer which saves $350 per person on all 2028 departures.

“We started offering overnight cruises here in 2025, and they have sold out within days each year,” said UnCruise Adventures owner and CEO Captain Dan Blanchard. “There is strong demand for this type of adventure exploring remote, scenic areas along the Alaska Peninsula. We’re more than doubling capacity in 2028 with the vessel swap.”

Highlights of the Aleutian Islands cruise

Highlights of the voyage include close up views of tidewater glaciers and ice-choked inlets; looking for seals, puffins and sea otters by kayak or skiff; watching for brown bears and eagles in Katmai and Ugashik; hiking in remote bays and forests and exploring sea caves and shorelines.

The Wilderness Explorer is currently in Seattle undergoing renovations which include steel work, wallpaper and carpeting, a new water-maker and interior renovations to the galley, lounge, bar and dining room. Built for adventure, the ship features a kayak and skiff launch platform and is staffed by an experienced team of expedition guides.

What’s included in the cruise

Adventure activities including hiking, nature walks, skiff excursions, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are included in the cruise fare, along with all meals, many featuring locally sourced ingredients such as fresh Alaskan seafood.

Aleutian Islands, Alaska Cruise Details

• Voyage dates: June 2 – August 15, 2028
• Duration: 10 nights per cruise
• Departure points: Seward and Dutch Harbor, Alaska
• Number of cruises: Eight departures
• Vessel: Wilderness Explorer (74 guests)
• Early booking savings: $350 per person for bookings made by October 31, 2026

How to Book an Alaska cruise

For more information and to book a cruise, contact a travel advisor, request information directly from the UnCruise Adventures team or call the UnCruise sales team at 888-862-8881.

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About UnCruise Adventures

UnCruise Adventures operates boutique small-ship cruises focused on adventure, wildlife, wellness, and cultural discovery throughout Alaska, Hawaii, Galápagos, Costa Rica, Panama and Baja Mexico's Gulf of California. With a commitment to responsible travel and personalized experiences, UnCruise connects guests with nature and local communities in ways larger cruise lines cannot. For more information, visit www.uncruise.com or call UnCruise Adventures at 888-862-8881.