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| Length | 84 feet |
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| Passengers | 12 |
| Cabins/Staterooms | 6 |
Parry
Tugboat
Operated by Westwind Tugboat Adventures
Our 1941 heritage wooden tugboat, the Parry is lovingly maintained and beautifully appointed with comfortable two berth cabins, fireside lounge, spotless bathrooms and showers plus a busy galley serving unbelievable food and desserts. Creature comforts are provided with bathrobes, extra pillows, hairdryers and a complimentary selection of wines from around the world.
The skipper and crew are eager to pamper you and the shipboard atmosphere is totally relaxing. Guests are encouraged to visit the pilot house and take a turn at the wheel or a tour of the spotless engine room and watch the smooth operation of these antique engines.
Top▲Vessel History
- Built in 1941
The PARRY was built for the Canadian Navy as a patrol and towing vessel during World War II. It was sold to the Hydrographic Service where she worked year round charting the B.C. coast until being sold privately in 1968.
Top▲Vessel Specifications and Information
| Types of Cuisine | The meals aboard the tugboats are legendary, Westwind's talented chefs provide a diverse and balanced traditional North American menu. Fresh fish and seafood will always be part of the week and this can be increased or decreased as you desire. |
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| Special Diets | We ask you to inform us of any dietary needs or desires as we want to make your adventure both personal and comfortable. |
| Number of Restaurants | 1 |
| Number of Bars and Lounges | 1 |
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Top▲Onboard Facilities and Services
| Library / Reading Room | Library |
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| Lounges / Bars | Fireside Lounge |
| Dining Rooms / Restaurants | 1 |
| Other Amenities | Fishing Gear Onboard and Onboard Fish Prep |
Top▲List of Cruises for This Vessel
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Cruise the Inside Passage of British ColumbiaBella Bella to Prince Rupert | June to September | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresAdventure cruise the waters from Vancouver to British Columbia's most northern seaport, Prince Rupert. This magnificent piece of the "Inside Passage" is cut with picturesque channels and fiords, bordered by snow capped mountains, glaciers and evergreen forests that seem to grow right out of the water. Wildlife is in… |
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Follow The FishVictoria, Canada to Port Renfrew | September to September | 4 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresWestwind Tugboat Adventures "follows the fish" to enjoy world class salmon and halibut fishing on British Columbia's beautiful Inside Passage to Alaska. Experience wilderness fishing with the advantage of mobility. Anchor in a quiet cove on the fishing grounds at Langara Island, Prince Rupert and Bella Bella during… |
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Follow the Fish - Prince RupertPrince Rupert to Prince Rupert | July to July | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresWestwind Tugboat Adventures "follows the fish" to enjoy world class salmon and halibut fishing on British Columbia's beautiful Inside Passage to Alaska. Experience wilderness fishing with the advantage of mobility. Anchor in a quiet cove on the fishing grounds at Langara Island, Prince Rupert and Bella Bella during… |
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Follow the Fish - Prince Rupert to Bella BellaBella Bella to Prince Rupert | July to July | 7 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresWestwind Tugboat Adventures "follows the fish" to enjoy world class salmon and halibut fishing on British Columbia's beautiful Inside Passage to Alaska. Experience wilderness fishing with the advantage of mobility. Anchor in a quiet cove on the fishing grounds at Langara Island, Prince Rupert and Bella Bella during… |
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Follow the Fish - Bella BellaBella Bella to Bella Bella | August to September | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresWestwind Tugboat Adventures "follows the fish" to enjoy world class salmon and halibut fishing on British Columbia's beautiful Inside Passage to Alaska. Experience wilderness fishing with the advantage of mobility. Anchor in a quiet cove on the fishing grounds at Langara Island, Prince Rupert and Bella Bella during… |
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Follow the Fish - Langara IslandMasset to Masset | May to June | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresWestwind Tugboat Adventures "follows the fish" to enjoy world class salmon and halibut fishing on British Columbia's beautiful Inside Passage to Alaska. Experience wilderness fishing with the advantage of mobility. Anchor in a quiet cove on the fishing grounds at Langara Island, Prince Rupert and Bella Bella during… |
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The Great Bear Rainforest OdysseyMasset to Masset | May to September | 6 NightsOn the Parry (Tugboat) | Operated by Westwind Tugboat AdventuresFavoring the growing sport of sea kayaking, combined with fishing, this unique wilderness cruise takes paddlers deep into the majestic fjords and secluded waterways of an unspoiled ancient rainforest. Located 350 miles north of Vancouver, B.C., the Great Bear Rainforest is the ancestral home of the fabled Kermode or… |
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