HISTORY
This classic wooden coastal freighter was built in 1943 in maine with traditional plank on frame construction. The Pacific Yellowfin has a fascinating place in marine history: as a working vessel for the us military (reportedly including a role in the bay of pigs crisis), in the amazon, and as a california hydrographic and deep-sea fisheries research vessel.
 These traditions can be fully appreciated on a cruise of the scenic Gulf Islands, off Vancouver Island, in the Vancouver Harbour or an extended outing to Alaska. From the fabled medieval Griffin on the funnel, to the fine linens, to the impressive engine room, and the view from the wheelhouse, the Pacific Yellowfin offers the utmost in comfort and a very real sense of tradition and history. Built before the era of mass production, the Pacific Yellowfin experience offers unique design, ample attention to fine detail, and the sheer joy of cruising on an exceptional historic yacht.
ENGINE ROOM
Understand the power and constant maintenance given to the engine and wheelhouse of the Pacific Yellowfin. The captain and crew of the Pacific Yellowfin are delighted to share their knowledge of the mechanical systems on board. Spend time in these two special areas of the boat and gain a sense of the working heritage of this wooden ship. The chief engineer has a fifty year knowledge of the pacific ocean traffic routes and can readily answer any questions on the mechanical systems of the Pacific Yellowfin.
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All safety standards and certification have been exceeded in the painstaking and thoughtful restoration of this coastal yacht. All crew members are fully trained in first aid and emergency procedures. The Pacific Yellowfin is certified by the Canadian Department of Transportation as an approved passenger-carrying vessel and complies with all Coast Guard safety regulations.
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