63′ Chilkat Express

Chilkat Express: High-Speed Wilderness Tour Catamaran

All American Marine (AAM) proudly delivers the Chilkat Express, a high-performance passenger catamaran operated by Chilkat Cruises & Tours for scenic excursions between Skagway, Alaska, and Glacier Point. Designed for speed, efficiency, and remote accessibility, this vessel provides unparalleled adventure experiences, transporting passengers from cruise ships in Skagway to Alaska’s pristine wilderness in just 40 minutes.

High-Speed, Shallow-Draft Design

Built for fast, direct access to remote destinations, the Chilkat Express features:

• Waterjet propulsion system for exceptional speed and maneuverability
• Shallow draft hull, allowing the vessel to land directly on beaches
• Top speed of 46 knots, making it one of the fastest commercial tour boats in Alaska
• Capacity for 63 passengers, ensuring an intimate and immersive tour experience

Replacing six small aircraft previously used for transportation, the Chilkat Express offers a safer, more comfortable, and fuel-efficient alternative for Glacier Point excursions.

Wildlife Viewing & Scenic Adventure

Unlike traditional air transport, the Chilkat Express allows passengers to experience Alaska’s incredible marine life up close, with opportunities to see:

• Humpback whales breaching in the icy waters
• Orca pods gliding through the channels
• Steller sea lions basking on rocky shores

Seamless Access to Remote Wilderness

With its shallow draft and beach-landing capability, the Chilkat Express enables passengers to:

• Step directly onto the shore at Glacier Point without the need for docks or additional transport
• Explore remote wilderness areas, inaccessible by most other vessels
• Enjoy a smooth, stable ride, even in Alaska’s dynamic coastal waters

Revolutionizing Alaska’s Adventure Tourism

Built at AAM’s Bellingham, WA facility, the Chilkat Express redefines eco-tourism in Southeast Alaska, providing fast, comfortable, and environmentally conscious transportation.

With its record-breaking speed, direct beach access, and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, the Chilkat Express delivers an unforgettable Alaskan adventure, offering seamless connections between Skagway and the breathtaking Glacier Point wilderness.