Prince Rupert Cruise Port is located at heart of British Columbia, just 40 miles from Alaska, one of the largest cruise markets in the world and ideally placed for cruise itineraries to and from the key homeports in the region, including Seattle and Vancouver.
Prince Rupert Cruise Port welcomed c41,000 cruise passengers in 2022 and looking to grow for the years to come. Prince Rupert Cruise Port works closely with local stakeholders to develop & mindfully curate immersive programs spotlighting local heritage, culture, gastronomy & the highly diverse plant, animal, and marine life of the Great Bear Rainforest, making Prince Rupert a must-visit cruise destination.
With a dedicated cruise pier that is able to handle cruise ships up to 335m, Prince Rupert Cruise Port has the infrastructure to handle large ships and significant passenger volumes.
Global Ports Holding Plc has signed a terminal operating agreement with the Prince Rupert Port Authority for the management of Prince Rupert Cruise Port in November 2022.
The untouched and pristine destination of Prince Rupert is home to unique and rich Indigenous culture & traditions, a vibrant art scene, as well as abundant wildlife. From its parks & trails, its remote grizzly bear sanctuary and scenic community views, Prince Rupert is a unique destination on the North Coast of Canada & often referred to as the “City of Rainbows.” A culturally rich and diverse community with a long history of Coast Ts’msyen habitation, Prince Rupert is the only municipality situated in the Great Bear Rainforest, the largest coastal temperate rainforest in the world.
