The 87 foot Classic Yacht MV 'Discovery'

                                          the elegance of a bygone era....

I truly believe we offer the foremost Alaska Cruises, Adventure Travel Vacations and Nature Tours available in the world today.

Operating in Alaska since 1981: We offer a very intimate way to experience this remarkable area, "The Last Frontier". While the oversized Alaska Cruise Ships make the tourist shops of Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka their focal points, we make the Brown Bear, Humpback Whale, the Stellar Sea Lion and the small quaint board walk towns like Tenakee Springs our focus.

Instead of watching wildlife films in a theater you'll be watching the real thing right before your eyes, while Cruising in the luxury and comfort of one of the finest classic yachts in the world today.

On our Alaska Cruises we'll travel through Tracy Arm, one of the world's most incredible fjords. Where we commonly see bears and mountain goats. We also have frequent encounters with other wildlife including Dall's and Harbor Porpoise, Orca ( Killer ) Whales, Black Bear, Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, Sitka Black Tail Deer and a large variety of birds and ducks.

"To John & The Crew, I have so many wonderful Memories to bring back from my Alaska cruise with you. First of all the comradery of you all and your kindness to me always. The beautiful and awesome things we saw along the way. The glaciers, the whales and porpoises, the bears and bald eagles and salmon. I so enjoyed our leisurely wander of travel, taking each day as it came with new wonders to see each day, and just being on the water with a competent skipper who nurtured God's creatures and respected them. This cruise was all I expected and so so much more. I thank you all again, With all my Love, Thordis"

"Dear Captain John, We can't begin to thank you enough for our amazing cruise with you on "Discovery". Although we know you have been on dozens of trips with hundreds of passengers, you can be certain no group ever anticipated or enjoyed the trip more than we did. You gave us all a treasured gift." Randy & Kristi "

" Dear Friends, As I sit here on the deck on our last morning in Alaska, words cannot describe our feelings of awe at this wonderful land. All of you have contributed to our increased understanding of this wonderful land. Never again will I be able to look at a characterization of a growling brown bear and not rebel. Thank you so much for taking us to the diverse habitats of all the wonderful animals of Alaska on land and on sea. We will remember all of you and your diverse personalities. You are all so much a part of the trip. Captain John, we can't thank you enough. You are the heart of the experience and we love you for it all. Love Susan & Tom"

" Dear John, I've been meaning to write to thank you for the wonderful time we had with you on the Discovery, but I haven't been able to figure out how to thank someone for such a special trip. I don't think there are words to express the effects that adventure had on us, but it certainly changed our perspective. Now when those day to day annoyances pop up, we simply reach into our memory and pull out one of those huge number of precious moments from our trip. It helps us to remember what God meant life to be like, and we're very grateful to have been able to experience that, thanks to you and your crew. Love Terry & Shirley "

"Dear Captain John Sir, I've been back at home for over two weeks, and I still can't come up with anything better than THANK YOU for one of my most AMAZING weeks ever!!!!! I've been having a really hard time trying to get everyone to understand just how truly amazing it all was. You & your crew are really over the top - Brian's "out of this world" meals, Susi's Super desserts & her thoughtful accompaniment on my kayak adventure & Ted for the too numerous to mention things he does & for "just being Ted!" When Lionel & I talked about "A Trip to Alaska", we didn't have anything specific in mind at the time ; and although it took me an additional 10 years to get there, I'm SO VERY GLAD that I discovered "This Trip". You, Captain John Sir, are a truly Amazing & Gifted man - the perfect person to be doing what you do. I am so glad to have had you in my life, even so briefly. This trip will remain in my mind & in my heart for the rest of my life. Blessings to you, your family & your crew.....May all beings be free from suffering..........May all beings find peace..........Shanti..........Shanti.........Shanti..........Pat"

"Hi John, I wanted to drop you a quick note of thanks for the very best trip that Barb and I have ever been on. I know you don't need any more testimonials (with your trips filling up faster than you can run them), but I do want you to at least know that we could not have imagined a better experience. So often when you look forward to something for a long time you come back disappointed - exactly the opposite this time! I will send you a share of my snapfish photos in case you would like to look at them. Thank you very much, Frank & Barb" 

"Dear John, Jerry and I wanted to tell you what a wonderful trip we had with your son, Ben and the crew aboard the Discovery. Ben is an amazing you man and we know you and your wife must be very proud of him. He has a wonderful way with people and he made this adventure perhaps the best we have ever had. His skills are amazing and his knowledge of the wilderness is extensive. His crew helped make the trip both exciting and full of laughter. We will never forget the beauty of Alaska. It is truly "God's Country". We feel so privileged that we were able to take an adventure like this at our age and would recommend it for anyone who is fit and ready for fun on a small boat. Thank your talented son for us. Love Lynn and Jerry Conwell. "

All Aboard Yacht Charters operates in Alaska under special use and limited entry permits issued by the US Forest Service and Tongass National Forest. All Aboard Yacht Charters is an equal opportunity provider.

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