SV Maple Leaf

Legendary 28-meter schooner in British Columbia & Alaska

MAPLE LEAF

Small sailing ship with an eventful history for the remote coastal regions of British Columbia, such as the Great Bear Rainforest

If you are a fan of Jimmy Buffett or "less is more" is your motto, then the beautiful Maple Leaf—built in 1904—is just right for you. The Maple Leaf is a legendary coastal schooner. From her days as a luxurious racing yacht to her time as a tough deep-sea fishing vessel in the Prince Rupert halibut fishery, the Maple Leaf has always been one of the most elegant ships off the coast.

With a total length of 28 meters , she can accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 semi-private sleeping areas – with 3 shared bathrooms and a crew of 4 to 5 people. Built from coastal Douglas fir, yellow cedar, and mahogany, the Maple Leaf is a sturdy expedition vessel and a work of art at the same time. Its curved deck planks, mahogany and glass hatches, mahogany cabinets, and the elegant line of its long deck railing make it a real feast for the eyes.

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The Maple Leaf is a seaworthy ship with a long range. It will take you particularly comfortable and safe to the wildest and most remote corners of the British Columbia coastIts sails and 18,000-kilogram keel ensure stability, while the warmth of the crew and culinary delights are good for the soul.

A magnificent sight under sail

The Maple Leaf is a schooner. This means that the rear mast (main mast) is taller than the front mast (foremast). The ship has a total of five sails: mainsail, foresail, staysail, blister (or jib), and fisherman.

With its respectable sail area, the Maple Leaf is a real joy to sail. You are welcome to help out with the sailing under the guidance of your crew or to take the helm. You will have wonderfully patient instructors who are eager to teach you how to sail. However, you are by no means obliged to sail or take on any tasks during your vacation: the decision is entirely up to you!

The SV Maple Leaf – a schooner with more than 100 years of history

The Maple Leaf was built in Vancouver in 1904 as a luxury private yacht and was the first yacht north of San Francisco to feature electric lighting and a lead keel. After serving as a halibut fishing boat and undergoing conversions during World War II, it was restored to sailing ship status in 1980.

Today, the Maple Leaf sails along the coasts of British Columbia and Alaska, offering nature and cultural tours and allowing guests to experience sailing for themselves. At the same time, it supports the protection of unique coastal regions such as the Great Bear Rainforest and attracts admiration at sea and in port with its elegant appearance and loving care.

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Special Interest

A heart for solo travelers!

Solo travelers share one of the semi-private sleeping areas with a person of the same gender or are given a berth in the comfortable accommodations in the wheelhouse.

Onboard amenities

Lounge with bar
indoor dining area
outdoor dining area
Spacious communal area on deck
Open galley
Open wheelhouse lounge
library
2 tender boats
2 double kayaks

People in the evening light on the deck of a sailboat

ship data

Key data:

Ship type: Schooner
Passengers: 8
Cabins: 4 sleeping areas
Decks: 2
Crew: 9 to 11
Year of construction/retrofitting: 1904 (known overhauls/modernizations in 1943, 1979 to 1986)
Registered: Canada
Length: 28 meters
Width: 4.5 meters
Sails: 5

Good to know:

Onboard language: English, English-speaking guides
Onboard currency: We accept all major credit cards, including Visa, American Express, and MasterCard.

Information for persons with limited mobility: To fully enjoy their time aboard the Maple Leaf, guests should meet certain physical requirements. Access to dining and sleeping areas is via steep, ladder-like stairs with handrails, and the interior has narrow passageways—typical of a small, authentic sailing ship.

Excursions along the coast often involve trips in a Zodiac. Guests should be able to safely transfer from the ship to the Zodiac or onto a beach without a jetty, with assistance from the crew.

Deck plan & cabin categories

Upper Deck

Lower Deck

Semi-private sleeping areas

The spacious main cabin is airy and divided into four sleeping areas by partitions and heavy curtains, offering space for a total of eight guests.

Each area has large, comfortable beds (approx. 2 m long), storage space for personal items, brass reading lamps, fluffy blankets and duvets, as well as charging stations and towels.

There are three bathrooms on board with hot running water and shower facilities.

Solo travelers share a sleeping area with a person of the same gender or are assigned a berth in the comfortable accommodations in the wheelhouse.