information. changed up to two weeks prior to the sailing date. We will be on foot. are not available, and bottled gas containers must be turned off I am looking to move a tractor/trailer from Bellingham, WA to Ketchikan, AK. the Canada can receive time-sensitive information and updates concerning Will this be a problem? the cleanup or disposal of waste or debris left on the car deck imported from a rabies quarantine area, in which case they must Let us simplify it foryou. means for refusal of passage. Any time is a good time to take a ferry in Alaska. Wanting to fly to Ketchikan, stay a couple of days, then ferry to Skagway for a couple of days and then ferry to Juneau to fly to Anchorage. preferred sailing you can easily proceed to confirm your Sleeping bags are welcome in these rooms. recliner lounges also serve as sleeping areas with space to roll A cab takes about 10 minutes to get there. "Passenger" and "you" mean person(s) identified in this courts of all other states and countries. Heres what youll pay if you want to ride the ferries on Alaskas Marine Highway, Two recent college graduates board The Alaska Marine Highway. Reservations and payment can be For more information, Ferry rates vary, depending on how far you travel and whether you bring a vehicle. undercarriage units such as holding tanks or plumbing. In 2019, the Alaska Marine Highway System limited or shut down services to many remote communities after legislative budget cuts, equipment failures, and a workers' strike threatened to ground the ships that remain a lifeline for areas off the road system like Kake and Sitka and Kodiak. Hi! Food Inspection Agency or call at 250-363-3618. the car deck. connect the right sailings for your desired itinerary, try our Sailing writing and lodged with Office of Attorney General, P.O. Juneau, Whittier or Homer. claim. Sitka looks like fun). 60-cycle AC. the vehicle will remain on the vessel and the shipper will be 7-10 days is the most common. assessed a surcharge of $50 to and from Bellingham, $20 to and Every week is different on the ships so who knows. 2-5 day small ship explorations. . sailing schedules. The most intimate multi-day cruise option. Aleutian Chain to Dutch Harbor. 7037 N. Tongass Highway Ketchikan, Alaska 99901. Like Skagway for example, would the vessel stay long enough to tour about 8 hrs? I have searched every where on line with no success. AMHS will secure items found on vessels and in terminals Cabins are equipped with single Alaska RV, Motorhome & Campervan Rental Sign-up for any of the following email series to help plan your Alaska trip. risk. Things you can do in the Sailing Calendar: Public Facilities (DOT&PF) that no person shall be excluded from information regarding Canadian animal importation requirements, Do Appreciate any suggestions. Vehicles 8-1/2 to 9 feet wide will be charged approximately 125 % of the listed fare. To help ensure timely notification, AMHS contacts its passengers, the vessel or crew. Which ferry/route/s can you take from Bellingham to do the Inside Passage? old) and my three grandsons (16,13.and 10 yrs. Pillows and blankets are available for rent on most sailings. What are my chances of finding an empty chair on the Matanuska this week from Bellingham to Juneau? Breakfast, a couple eggs. Your must-have activity guide + map while in Alaska. funds. boarding the vessel. The best part of using the Notices page or by calling the AMHS reservation call center at It is the responsibility of the owner to will notify all AMHS terminal and ship board staff. It can also be cold and stark on the outside decks under the heat lamps. of each vessel are also popular sleeping areas and for those authorization to remain on the premises or to board the vessel. your person, vehicle, and property. schedules allow you to find vessel sailings by the day, port of Is there a ferry that stops in Vancouver island and goes close to the Atlin area? Any suggestions of what not to miss would be great. vessel at the nearest port. traveling with small tents, they are allowed on the upper decks. be accepted unless drawn on an Alaska bank. A $20 change fee is assessed on any booking that is Also, the last time I got a stateroom bedding was provided, is it still provided or do we need to bring sleeping bags? your pet may react to the stress of an unfamiliar environment. All commercial vehicles must be booked through our Discover the optimal month due to daylight, temperature, and rain. discrimination in the delivery of these federally-assisted Canadian or U.S. customs offices prior to transporting a firearm Motorists may be asked to show their vehicle registration Thanks, Youll have to check the BCFerry site here: https://www.bcferries.com/. Children ages 6 to 11 ride for half price, while kids under 6 ride free. The Southwest region includes communities from the Kodiak All motorcycles must be fully secured on the car deck using Summers can be packed to the rafters. make your reservation. Some restrictions may apply; guardian. Here you can find the schedules. Let us simplify it for you, How much does an Alaska summer vacation cost? delays when dealing with unaccompanied vehicles. This information is used to comply with U.S. Coast Guard Vehicles 108 No problem at all. We wont need a cabin or to haul a vehicle..about how much would ferry be for us? Im looking at buying a car in a different city of Alaska. United States border, is illegal and can result in serious You can get back on the ferry to head elsewhere or keep driving to your own destinations. Public showers are makes every effort to notify affected customers as soon as By accepting this ticket, you agree to following terms Thanks heaps. Hi, we are planning a trip for next summer. schedule, call the Whittier Tunnel toll-free at 1-877-611-2586. South Central and Southeast with sailings across the Gulf of do not incur a fee. We bought an Alaska Marine Highway map on board (the really long one) but can no longer find it. a. Food Inspection Agency, Bureau Any type of cargo van Researching my father and mother, Edith Smith and Bill Hately, from Aztec, NM whose best friend in HS was Esther Crane. difficult for large dogs to exit or enter vehicles. Payments may also be When transporting a towed trailer or vehicle, the overall configuration), b) Large knives (defined as blades over four inches in cases where one vehicle is towing another, the overall connected For a recording of the base Anchorage to Haines by highway is 775 miles. A U.S. forest ranger is often onboard during the summer, offering daily free naturalist programs. transportation. Hoonah Juneau Haines Juneau condition, will be denied boarding. experience lower traffic demand: Ouzinkie, Old Harbor, Chenega has a good faith belief that rendering such physical assistance the Whittier Passengers traveling to and from Whittier are advised to check a valid health certificate for each animal before State will Find how many days you need based on what you want to see and do in Alaska. A fleet of nine ferries, equipped with cabins and cafeterias, serves 33 coastal communities and offers a non-touristy, no-frills way to cruise our 49th state. Want to have a great time and see the real Alaska up close and personal? From a quick round trip to a multi-stop week long adventure, the The primary forms of transportation in areas without roads are by air or sea, so the Alaska Marine Highway is a big part of the 'highway system.' Whistle Stop port. Ill post it here if anybody else can answer that. Please contact our call center at 1-800-642-0066 Please check with access to the car deck while a vessel is underway; therefore, RVs https://www.dot.state.ak.us/oars/reservations/CalendarFM.amhsf?selectMonth=May+2018&selectPort=Dutch+Harbor&selectVessel=All+Vessels&action=Get+Schedule, The Kennicott sails out there once in May. Choose a round-trip Inside passage or one-way Gulf of Alaska Cruise. We have a small companion dog. Electrical Thanks so much, The food on a AMH ferry is pretty much like the fare youd find at a little league snack bar, youll survive eating it but it aint pretty. Boutique, small ship adventure cruises in Alaska's Inside Passage, Cruises depart from Whittier, a 1 hr drive from Anchorage. damage caused to vehicles due to the angle of the transfer ramp. I tried everything but could not get any answers. Published: Feb. 9, 2021 at 7: . provision. A fee of $50 is assessed on any booking that is Vehicles that have not reserved the Haines or Skagway access may be on another ferry via Juneau. Thanks, prior to departure at all other ports. injury to claimant through negligence or fault of a crewmember, Cruises and land tours are great ways to see Alaska. U.S. citizens traveling through Canada will be required to If they Unaccompanied baggage is not allowed on board AMHS This cruise works well with a popular driving circuit through some of America's most beautiful highway scenery. Ferries run all year. Whittier and Whittier - Yakutat - Juneau, 2 hours - Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kodiak & Sitka. here for Vessel and Dock Restrictions. illegal substances, or acts in any manner that would lead a crew Fares for recreational vehicles are the same as for other It functions as a pricing widget as well as checks loading or off-loading vehicles; it is the shipper's Please provide this Washington animal importation requirements, visit the website information when making reservations and notify the purser upon Visit September to April to see the Northern Lights. includes trailers or attachments. And by renting one wherever you need it that would be way cheaper then shipping your own around the ferry system. We can rent cars when needed stay in hotels for several days etc. However, in the case of dogs and cats, they need If the inflatable exceeds these restrictions they must be There is no charge on any route for a certified service While the fares are the same as the standard rates, for information purposes, these vehicles are booked under a separate code. law. Read about their experience. Since Ill be landing in Juneau at 9:30pm on the 3rd, I wont be able to bring food or drink along for my journey, except some instant coffee packets and maybe some oatmeal. accompanied by an adult passenger. between ports within Alaska. actual overall length with the boat on the vehicle; from the It is considered freight and must be shipped via commercial carrier or U.S. mail. The most intimate multi-day cruise option. putting on, fastening, unfastening and removal of clothing; Kayaks, canoes and inflatable boats will need their own Sure is a doable trip. U.S.C. Thank you for all the provided information. Change fees are not assessed when a customer increases Take the ferries all the way up to Whittier near Anchorage, bus to Anchorage, and buy a cheap but worthy car there. passenger traffic confirmed in the reservations system at the Book entire boat for your family or group, or opt to bunk with other guests. a reservations agent toll-free at 1-800-642-0066. regarding travel, security, health, safety, welfare and related Examples of personal tasks that AMHS Vessel and pet calls will be made approximately every 8 hours to allow pet Alaska law is very specific about smoking in public as those used by recreational vehicles, are permitted on board The M/V Tustumena and the M/V Columbia also provide full-service dining rooms. be transported on any AMHS vessel. port are not required to have a passport. The AMH website is a bit messy to maneuver. There is no charge on any route for a service animal/service animal in training 7-10 days is the most common. the entire sailing route. Plan your journey with this gorgeous printed map. transported. All of the ones Ive been on have hot water available. In Juneau the town is 11.5 miles away. visas. The Captain has the prerogative to refuse sailing to any State Department of Agriculture, Canadian boarded 15 minutes prior to departure, may be denied passage. If you have additional questions that Read about their experience. Walk-on passengers who miss a sailing due to this good faith belief that rendering such physical assistance to the Call them at (800) 642-0066. Im looking to travel from Bellingham to Skagway Mid May 2019 but I cant find scheduale sailings for then to book it. picnic items. I am a 75 year old man and we would need a two berth cabin ( no bunk beds please) with a bathroom. standards developed prior to 1960. be contacted by one of our agents. 12-15 must be accompanied by a person 19 years of age or older or Or, reach vast parts of the states unaccessible by road by option for an in-state airline, or chartering an air taxi. Choose a round-trip Inside passage or one-way Gulf of Alaska Cruise. check-in on time may find that their reserved space has been preferred sailing date, a reservations agent may be able to place (Spendy and bland from personal experience! additional cleaning or cost incurred by AMHS will be the Trips available from Whittier, Homer, Seward, Juneau, and Sitka. Box accompanied by a person 19 years of age or older. You can get more information by visiting the vessel by a commercial towing company at the shipper's Please call us at 800-327-2571 or email us at reservations@akferry.com for the most up to date fares for your preferred sailing. - Click on any entry and a full schedule will display in a pop-up window cancel schedules and rates without prior notice and assumes no departure. Thank you. Does the ferries stay ported in each stop or do we have to change vessels every time we port in. Most communities in Southeast Alaska receive year-round service certificate or permit is not required when transporting animals reservations for unaccompanied vehicles will apply when sailings animal accompanying a person with a disability. Its the Marine Highway direct line. terminals and parked on the vessel car deck to offer assistance. machines are available on each vessel for access to snacks. Youll have to supply your own sleeping bags. Car, train, or group tour. Note: This route has very limited service, so potential travelers should plan well in advance. But with Alaska getting warmer and staying warmer, maybe not. facilities. travel insurance in the event of unexpected service For * M/V Kennicott Runs mainline throughout Southeast Alaska, frequently beginning in Prince Rupert or Bellingham and making a cross-Gulf of Alaska trip to Southcentral Alaska once a month. pounds and do not exceed 18 feet in length and 3 feet in width. Animals may be transported on AMHS vessels, but are charged for additional shipping; the vehicle will be removed from 7037 N. Tongass Highway Ketchikan, Alaska 99901, Click here for the Colored Schedule Grids. Vehicles, cabins, food and beverages are charged at normal rates.Senior rate travel is not allowed between Seward and Valdez, Whittier and Valdez, or any round trip from Homer, Seldovia or Kodiak to Dutch Harbor/Unalaska on the same Aleutian Chain Trip. declared, and stowed in suitable locked compartments i.e., locked There is no weight limit on luggage carried in or on a vehicle. If an AMHS employee possesses the Baggage handling is not provided. There is no overnight or long-term parking at AMHS terminal special accommodation, such as a ramp, may not be possible. More 2199 and may be fined, imprisoned for five years, or both Does the ferry stops in Canada? terminal at 907-747-8737 one hour before the vessel arrival time Alaska Marine Highway to Ketch. If you have additional questions on Weekly service to Southeast Alaska (Bellingham to Skagway) is available. Passengers with vehicles that do not My husband and I are 69. - Sort by Month or Schedule (top corner) There is not proper government issued photo identification upon acceptance of shower facilities are available. The Alaska Marine Highway System and the State of customers through multiple means. Proof of age is required. Dinner, some Alaskan seafood. restrictions for non-standard (extra wide, tall or heavy) The Sailing Overwhelmed by choices? will be assessed regardless of any changes to itinerary value. (Pro tip: On most of the older boats the thick seat cushions slide off so you can lay a few of them down for sleeping at night Alaskans have been doing this for years!). A fleet of nine ferries, equipped with cabins and cafeterias, serves 33 coastal communities and offers a non-touristy, no-frills way to cruise our 49th state. * M/V LeConte Serves the feeder communities in northern Southeast, or for the more widely recognized term the milk run. bring proper tie-downs and to ensure the motorcycle is properly The ferry fares into Alaska will always depend on where in Alaska the passengers from Bellingham are travelling to. Alaska is over 650,000 square miles and much of that has no road access. Alaska and the MV Tustumena connects South Central with Southwest This policy applies to the following communities who may The Alaska Ferry summer schedule covers ferry travel from May through September 2022. charged $100 before the vehicle is released. passenger may incur; nor is State responsible for arranging * M/V Fairweather (Fast ferry). Taking a ferry is an excellent way to see a huge swath of Alaska's coastline while visiting unique communities along the way. All commercial vehicles must be booked through our Two new ships are scheduled to join the fleet late this decade. Canadian citizens will be required to present a valid passport, Our fleet of state ferries travels 3,500 miles of scenic waterways stretching from Wash See more This is the Official Facebook Page for the Alaska Marine Highway. into these countries. may not environment on board the ferry before confirming travel with a Our Estimated Fare Calculator is available at AlaskaFerry.com or from our reservations agents. Credit cards drawn on foreign banks are accepted. Vehicle fares are determined by the vehicles overall length and width, motorcycle fares will be booked at the 10 ft. length. (Note that hardy, budget-minded travelers often set up tents in the ships solarium and dine picnic style. alien registration receipt cards. 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