Southeast Alaska Private Charter

Your Own Private Alaska
No Crowds, No Compromises.

Eight days through wilderness no cruise ship can reach. Private vessel, classically trained chef, crew of four, your group and no one else.

USCG-Licensed Captain  ·  Professional Chef Onboard  ·  Fully All-Inclusive

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8
Days & 7 Nights
10
Guests Maximum
4
Dedicated Crew
100%
Private Vessel
0
Hidden Costs
The Expedition

Southeast Alaska Private Expedition

Eight days aboard Motor Yacht Oceana through the most remote and spectacular waters of Southeast Alaska. This is not a tour. There is no set schedule, no other guests, and no shortcuts. Your crew handles everything. You experience everything.

8 Days / 7 Nights, Juneau to ABC Islands and return
Up to 10 guests, entire vessel exclusive to your group
Captain Michael Grauso, USCG Licensed Master 200-Ton
Chef Ari Briens, classically trained, menus built from the catch
Fishing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, glacier access
Remote anchorages inaccessible to commercial vessels
Full Charter Rate
From $65,000
For up to 10 guests  ·  ~$929 per person per night
Comparable to a luxury resort suite, but includes private vessel, professional chef, full crew, and every experience along the route.
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Everything Included

No surprises. No add-ons. No extra charges.

  • All meals prepared by Chef Ari: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • House alcohol: wine, beer, spirits throughout
  • Fishing gear, tackle, and licenses
  • Kayaking equipment and guided water time
  • All fuel, navigation, and anchorage fees
  • Glacier access and wildlife viewing
  • Crew of four for your group of up to ten
  • Pre-departure planning and concierge support
  • Catch processing and packing to take home

The only cost not included: your flights to Juneau, AK. Everything else is handled.

Motor Yacht Oceana with crew and guests on the foredeck, Southeast Alaska
The Vessel

95 Feet Built for Alaska

M/Y Oceana was built by Dittmar & Donaldson in 1975 as a classic expedition yacht. Five private staterooms below deck, a full salon and bar amidships, and open exterior decks from bow to stern — designed for extended cruising in remote waters.

95 feet is large enough to be genuinely comfortable for eight. Small enough to access anchorages no cruise ship ever reaches.

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General Arrangement
M/Y Oceana general arrangement — main deck and lower deck floor plan
The Route

Where No Cruise Ship Goes

Every anchorage is chosen for wildlife access, scenery, and remoteness. Southeast Alaska the way it was meant to be experienced: from the water, on your own schedule.

Juneau › White Stone Harbor › Tenakee Springs › Basket Bay › Red Bluff Bay › Brothers Islands › Dawes / Sawyer Glacier › Taku Harbor › Juneau
Motor Yacht Oceana at sunset in a Southeast Alaska fjord, mountains and golden light
Day 1
Juneau Departure
Board in Juneau and head south through Chatham Strait. Humpback and orca sightings common on the first transit.
Day 2
Freshwater Bay & Tenakee Springs
Brown bear viewing at Freshwater Bay. Walk the historic village of Tenakee Springs. Crab pots in near the old cannery.
Day 3
Basket Bay
Retrieve yesterday's crab pots. Spend the day kayaking through one of the most sheltered anchorages on the route.
Day 4
Baranof Island
Fishing, shore hikes, and kayaking along the Baranof Island coast. Wilderness access most visitors never reach.
Day 5
Red Bluff Bay
Tour a working salmon hatchery. Hike to thermally heated hot springs. Anchor at Red Bluff Bay beneath its waterfalls.
Day 6
Brothers Islands
Cross South Chatham Strait. Sea otters along Kuiu Island. Overnight anchor at the remote Brothers Islands.
Day 7
Dawes or Sawyer Glacier
Navigate the fjords to an active tidewater glacier. The scale doesn't translate to photos. This is what guests remember.
Day 8
Taku Harbor & Juneau
Final stop at Taku Harbor and its reclaimed cannery. Then back to Juneau. Catch packed and ready to travel.
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Your Crew

Four People Dedicated to Your Trip

Most charters have a captain and a mate. Oceana carries a full crew of four for groups up to ten, so every detail is handled, all day, every day.

Captain Michael Grauso aboard Motor Yacht Oceana
Captain
Michael Grauso
USCG Master 200-Ton

Over a decade navigating Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage. Expert in remote anchorage selection, weather routing, and fishing grounds. Every route he runs has been run before and adapts in real time.

Chef Ari Briens preparing a meal aboard Motor Yacht Oceana
Chef
Ari Briens
Classically Trained · Local Alaska Ingredients

Ari builds every menu around what your crew catches and what the region produces. Every meal is prepared from scratch. Past guests consistently say the food alone is worth the trip.

Matt Miller, First Mate, Motor Yacht Oceana
First Mate
Matthew Miller
Commercial Fisherman · 6 Years Yachting

Matt handles fishing, water activities, and day-to-day expedition logistics. A lifelong angler with commercial fishing and charter experience, he knows where to drop a line and how to keep the trip running without friction.

Lisa Cincotta, Stewardess, Motor Yacht Oceana
Stewardess
Lisa Cincotta
Hospitality & Guest Experience

Lisa oversees onboard comfort: cabin turndown, provisioning, and making sure every guest has what they need before they know they need it. A certified rescue diver and experienced sailor, she brings global hospitality standards to every detail.

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2027 Season

Limited Dates Available

Oceana runs a limited number of expeditions each season. The 2026 schedule is fully booked. Two 2027 weeks are already reserved — remaining dates are open now, but they go quickly.

Jun 27 – Jul 4 Available
Jul 4 – 11 Booked
Jul 18 – 25 Available
Aug 14 – 21 Available
Aug 21 – 28 Booked
Sep 4 – 11 Available

Full 2027 calendar available on request. Ask when you inquire.
Once a date is booked, it's gone until 2028.

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Is This Right For You?

Oceana Is Built For a Specific Kind of Trip

✓ This is for you if…
  • You want your group's entire trip: no strangers, no compromised itinerary
  • You're celebrating something meaningful: anniversary, family reunion, milestone birthday
  • You're a serious angler who wants real access to Southeast Alaska's best waters
  • You've done luxury travel before and want something fundamentally different
  • You want a crew of four focused entirely on your group, every day
✕ This isn't for you if…
  • You're looking for the lowest-cost way to see Alaska
  • You want a structured group tour with fixed shore excursions
  • You need to book within a few weeks. Most dates fill months ahead.
  • You're hoping to meet other travelers onboard
What Happens Next

Three Steps. No Pressure.

01
Fill Out the Short Form

Tell us your preferred dates and party size. Takes under two minutes.

02
We Respond Within 24 Hours

You'll get availability confirmation, full rates, and answers to any questions. No commitment to inquire.

03
You Decide

If the fit is right, we'll walk you through next steps. No hard sell. No pressure, ever.

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Reserve Your 2027 Expedition

Availability is limited to a handful of charters per season. Fill out the short form and we'll respond within 24 hours with date options, full itinerary details, and answers to any questions.

No commitment required to inquire. Have questions first? Browse common questions.

myoceana1975@gmail.com
201-626-0907
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Common Questions
Is $65,000 worth it?

For ten guests that's roughly $6,500 per person. Eight days all-inclusive: private vessel, professional chef, full crew, all activities, all meals. A comparable week at a luxury Alaska lodge runs similar rates without the privacy, the access, or the experience.

What if we've never chartered a yacht before?

Most guests haven't. The crew handles everything from day one. There's nothing you need to know or prepare. Michael and Matt walk you through what to expect before you leave the dock.

What if the weather turns?

Southeast Alaska weather is variable. That's not a secret. Michael has run these waters for over a decade. The route has flexibility built in. Anchorages shift, plans adapt. You're on a vessel built for these conditions with a captain who knows when to move and when to wait.

2027 dates filling fast Inquiries are reviewed in the order received
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