Histoire
This passenger vessel (cruise ship) was built in 1981 by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders Inc. in Freeland, WA.
Notes historiques
This vessel was constructed as an overnight cruise vessel. Sister to Great Rivers Explorer, with both based on the design of Pacific Northwest Explorer, built by the Blount Yard in Warren RI USA. Kyle Stubbs reports (July 2026): According to 'Paquebots du monde (Edition 2026)' by Mickael Baucheron, the Majestic Explorer ran aground near Juneau, Alaska on September 11, 1982. Unfortunately, during the evacuation process one passenger was killed by a falling life raft. The vessel was later refloated and repaired."
Propriétaires et capitaines
In 1982 she was owned by Majestic Alaska Boat Co, New York NY USA.
In 1991 she was owned by David E. Hartman, Mercer Island WA USA.
In 2004-2025 she was owned by Lindblad Expeditions LLC, Seattle WA USA.
Références
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 29/09/2024)
- Baucheron, M. (2026) "Paquebots du monde." Imprimerie Moderne Bayeux.
- wireless2.fcc.gov ↗ (website viewed 30/07/2026)
