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Safari Quest
Overview

Size makes this baby a swift permit buster. With just 22 guests, she can enter areas restricted to traditional small ships. Agile, spry, and with clean design lines, the Safari Quest can cut into the tiniest nooks that even our other small ships can't reach. This includes coveted wilderness areas with highly limited access of no more than two groups of twelve guests per day. For those most special adventures, she is the ticket in.

While small is her secret for access, on the inside this yacht is anything but. Spacious and comfy cabins. A cozy and welcoming lounge and dining room. And plenty of onboard niches for nestling and relaxing. On a boat this size, camaraderie is near-instant-feel the love. A feeling akin to family. The first ship in our early days as American Safari Cruises, the Quest is a cherished part of the UnCruise family.

Ready for adventure, the Safari Quest is equipped with kayaks, paddle boards, skiffs, and hiking poles, includes a full-beam swim step for easy access to water activities, and hydrophones for listening to below-surface sounds. The onboard wellness amenities include a hot tub and fitness equipment in the sun lounge.

Common to all cabins are: Heated tile floors in bathroom; air conditioning; private bath with shower; Tempur-Pedic memory foam mattresses; flat-screen TV/DVD; iPod docking station.

Adventure Crusing

Unleash Your Excitement - Focused on experiencing life on the outside - rain or shine - our adventure cruises are offered in a variety of destinations, a mix of price points (some generously inclusive), and an exciting range of activities aboard boutique yachts and expedition vessels. Kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, snorkeling, skiff excursions, and cultural encounters top the agenda.

Each day's activities take advantage of the current conditions and opportunities, and are planned to suit a range of skill levels and preferences. You could be kayaking one morning and snorkeling the next; or another day may offer a leisurely afternoon shore walk or a rigorous hike. So take it easy, or stay on the go - your onboard expedition team will provide the insight needed for you to make a safe and enjoyable choice.

Our 22- to 86-guest vessels are ready for action and equipped with top-of-the-line kayaks, paddle boards, hiking poles, binoculars, and many even feature a custom-built kayak launch system. And depending on your destination and vessel, snorkeling gear and wet suits. We provide the adventure, equipment, opportunities, fun, expert crew, expedition guides, and the vessel. The rest... is up to you!

Life On Board

Each vessel has a unique personality. But they all share a universal goal - to provide relaxation, comfort, and camaraderie. The ambience is welcoming and casual. The crew call you by name and quickly know your preferences, making you feel right at home. And by the end of the cruise, you and your fellow travelers will feel like one big family.

You'll be impressed with how enthusiastic and accommodating the crew is. There's good energy and excitement. The meals are plentiful and scrumptious. It's a classy, well-run operation. At least that's what past guests are saying. What they least-expected though, was the bonding. Sharing adventures with people who became friends for life, and meeting so many returning passengers.

Outer Decks & Inner Spaces

  • An inviting dining room
  • Main lounge or salon (with a variety of board games, books, and DVDs)
  • Observation decks for wildlife viewing and relaxing under the stars
  • Open bridge policy - visit with your captain and mates
  • And possibly, a galley tour (it's amazing what they do in this space)

Everyone has their preferences, be it solitude or a few laughs with others. And on board, it's easy to have both. There are quiet nooks and crannies where you can dive into a good book or sketch the passing landscapes. Visit the captain on the bridge and learn about navigation. Or perhaps you'd rather mingle in the lounge or hang out on the bow eyeing the next WOW! moment.

Wellness, Fitness and Relaxation
  • Relax in the on-deck hot tub*
  • Nutritious meals with local ingredients
  • Laps around the deck
  • Complimentary massage aboard select vessels*
  • Fitness equipment or on-deck yoga stretches
  • Active adventure gear for kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and hiking

*Available on some ships/sailings.

Culinary Sensations

Our Executive Chefs create exquisite meals, using locally sourced fresh ingredients to reflect the flavors of your destination. Each day includes an early-riser breakfast of fresh fruit, baked-onboard pastries and breads, and a full breakfast complete with specialty items. Lunches range from pasta salads and sandwiches to homemade soups and ethnic dishes. Dinners offer a choice of entrees, including fresh seafood and meats. Vegetarian dishes are available and special dietary needs can be met with advance notice. Hors d'oeuvres for the cocktail hour feature a variety of appetizers and desserts are varied and plentiful. Fine spirits, wines, and microbrews are served aboard all of our boats, with many even featuring sustainable cask wines on tap.

Aboard any of our Luxury or Heritage Adventures, unless we're having a barbeque on deck or some other special event, your meals are always served over several courses-with particular attention to your personal preferences. A more casual-style dining experience is offered on our Active Adventures, where exceptionally high quality fare is generally served buffet-style. All of our meals ensure fresh, healthful dining experiences.

Onboard Activities

Throughout your voyage you become familiar with the crew and staff who enrich your time aboard. Depending on where we are and what we're doing on any given day, there are provocative presentations on deck and in the salon or lounge that educate you on the environment, wildlife, history, and culture of the region. Local experts are often invited along as special guests to "talk story" and provide insights unavailable to most other visitors.

We have an open bridge policy across the fleet so you're always welcome to visit and discuss navigation with the Captain. Many of our boats are equipped with underwater hydrophones as well as cameras that connect to the TVs, bringing life in the water directly inside the boat! Each vessel also has a varied collection of board games, books, and DVDs.

Life onboard can be fairly social. With small groups of like-minded adventurers, who appreciate roads less traveled, there's a certain "bonding" that tends to occur. It's hard to describe, but it happens... during cocktail hour, over meals, and through new shared experiences.

Dining

Humpbacks lunge into a bubble net feeding frenzy the moment plates are served. An otter swims up to the dining room windows with her baby on her belly, getting everyone out of their seats (we've all done it). It's no easy feat to prepare and serve dishes that consistently garner praise. There are special needs to be met, varying availability of ingredients, and there's always potential for those unexpected dining guests.

Every meal is handcrafted by our executive chefs to ensure innovative, nutritious, and delectable dining experiences that highlight flavors of the region.

What to expect:

  • Early-riser breakfasts of fresh fruit and baked-on-board pastries
  • Full breakfasts with hot and cold options and specialty items
  • Lunches range from salads, sandwiches, and homemade soups to regionally-influenced dishes
  • Dinners offer a choice of entrees including fresh, local seafood and meats
  • Chef-selected wine pairings that complement your meal
  • Made-from-scratch desserts like tiramisu and lavender panna cotta
  • Varied hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour
  • Vegetarian dishes are available at all meals
  • Special dietary needs can be met with advance notice

Unless there's a special barbecue or lunch on shore, most dinners are served over several courses. Attention is always paid to your personal preferences. The dining experience is casual. And seating is open so you can join new friends and choose a different table at every meal.

Celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or other occasion? Let us know when you book your cabin. Our expert pastry chef will whip up a surprise treat to make it memorable.

Ship Facts
  • Capacity: 22 guests
  • Staterooms: 11
  • Crew members: 10
  • Length: 120 feet
  • Width: 29 feet
  • Cruising speed: 10 knots
  • Built: 1992 by Shear Yachts
  • Renovated: 2013
  • Registered in: United States
  • Guest-to-crew ratio: 2:1
Categories
Commander Stateroom
Category Code(s)
CMN
Description Queen bed; view window; private bath with shower.
Captain Stateroom
Category Code(s)
CPT
Description King, queen, or twin beds; sliding glass door opening to a small balcony; private bath with shower.
Mariner Stateroom
Category Code(s)
MRN
Description King, queen, or twin beds; elevated port lights (not suitable for viewing); private bath with shower.
Single Stateroom
Category Code(s)
SGL
Description Single Twin bed; view window; private bath with shower (Pullman berth available).

Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.

Decks
Stateroom Legend
  • Stateroom Legend
  • CMN Commander Stateroom
  • CPT Captain Stateroom
  • MRN Mariner Stateroom
  • SGL Single Stateroom
Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Single or Double Accommodation
  • Quad Accommodation
  • Fixed Queen Bed
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Vendor
UnCruise Adventures
General

Define Your Un-ness

Here's ours... [uhn-nis] To break away from the masses. Challenge. Freely used to release, exemplify, or intensify a force or quality. To engage, connect, and explore unique places, oneself, and with others on a most uncommon adventure.

Small Ships...BIG Adventures

A crew member shows you to your cabin. After a short time getting situated, gain your bearings with a spin around the ship before heading to the lounge for a glass of bubbly and to meet your shipmates. Once on board, transplanting yourself and settling in is a snap.

And then you're off! Headed to where the big ships can't go-in more ways than one. Be sure to pack a go-with-the-flow attitude. There are set itineraries, but in-the-moment decisions with Mother Nature leading the way will happen! No two UnCruise departures are ever the same, and they're way more personable.

No matter how you travel -with a companion, family, solo, or in a group -connection, place, and adventure are at the heart of your exploration. Uncover hidden treasures, meet locals (the human, feathered, and wild-and-woolly ones), and learn while having fun.

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