Over twenty years of uncompromising success
We started cruising in Alaska with just one yacht, but since, we’ve grown up a bit—more ships, new destinations, a broader range of itinerary choices—but what hasn’t changed is the heart and soul of who we are and what we offer you. Memorable adventures in jaw-dropping scenic places. It’s the people, the activities, the spirit of adventure.
Interested in learning more about our history? Scroll through our timeline below!
2019
Longest Alaska season ever, with ships operating for six months
Culinary & Wine cruises begin on the Columbia & Snake Rivers
2019
2018
Rivers of Adventure cruises begin on the Columbia & Snake Rivers
2018
2017
New UnCruise Wellness theme cruises introduced
2017
2016
UnCruise celebrates 20 years of adventure cruising
New UnCruise logo and branding are unveiled
Inaugural cruises in Galapagos and Costa Rica & Panama
2016
2015
Tim Jacox steps into role of President & COO
Launch of new Un-Cruise Adventures website!
UnCruise Adventures becomes the first cruise line to partner with Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch® and serve only sustainable seafood
2015
2014
Adventures in two new destinations announced: 2016 Galapagos and 2016–2017 Costa Rica/Panama
S.S. Legacy begins sailing in Alaska and on the Columbia & Snake Rivers
2014
2013
Company re-brands from American Safari Cruises + InnerSea Discoveries to unveil Un-Cruise Adventures
Christening of 88-guest S.S. Legacy
Acquired 64-guest Safari Voyager
2013
2012
Christening of 84-guest Safari Endeavour and 74-guest Wilderness Explorer
InnerSea Discoveries + American Safari Cruises release first combined Un-Cruise Adventures brochure
2012
2011
Christening of Wilderness Adventurer and Wilderness Discoverer
InnerSea Discoveries’ first operating season of Alaska adventure cruises
Safari Explorer begins Hawaiian Islands yacht cruises
2011
2010
CFO Eric Gier joins InnerSea Discoveries
2010
2009
InnerSea Discoveries added as second brand alongside American Safari Cruises
Expedition vessels 60-guest Wilderness Adventurer and 76-guest Wilderness Discoverer join the fleet
2009
2008
American Safari Cruises purchased by Dan Blanchard in partnership with Tim Jacox
American Safari Cruises purchases the Rapture; renovates 36-guest yacht and christens as Safari Explorer
2008
2006
Office relocated from Lynnwood, WA to historic Fishermen’s Terminal, Seattle, WA
Exclusive two-day explorations of Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve commence
2006
2005
22-guest Safari Spirit purchased by Dan Blanchard and fully refitted
2005
2003
Inaugural cruises on Columbia/Snake Rivers and Washington/British Columbia
2003
2001
Tim Jacox joins American Safari Cruises as VP of sales and marketing
12-guest Safari Escape cruises Belize and Costa Rica
2001
2000
12-guest Safari Escape is acquired and refurbished in Florida
Inaugural California Wine Country cruises aboard the 22-guest Safari Quest
2000
1999
Safari Spirit and Safari Quest make debut
Dan Blanchard joins American Safari Cruises
Begin cruising in Mexico’s Sea of Cortes
1999
1998
The Obsession is acquired and renovated (renamed Safari Quest)
1998
1997
First yacht cruises operated by Golden Mystique
1997
1996
American Safari Cruises is founded
