Careers

Take aboard new challenges, work along a capable crew who become like a family at sea, and soak up the best of the BC and Alaskan coast.

Working With Maple Leaf Adventures

Join us on the Adventure of a Lifetime

No matter what role you play in making our expeditions happen, your daily routine is ever-changing as you explore a diverse world of rugged coastal mountains, rainforest, and marine life, aboard three of the coast’s iconic wildlife expedition vessels.

We are proud to be a leader in regenerative travel and part of British Columbia’s conservation economy and are the first adventure cruise company (and the first cruise company) to be part of 1% For The Planet.

At Maple Leaf Adventures we have the privilege to visit unique communities and cultures. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the spaces in which we live and work.

Our crew return year after year, as life on board our ships reflects both our shared values and a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and interests.

Employee Benefits

Explore your potential with us and be part of something truly extraordinary.

Fair Compensation

We offer crew a competitive salary that aligns with the standards of the eco-tourism industry. Rewarding our team fairly allows crew to thrive while pursuing life changing experiences.

Training Opportunities

We provide opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement within the eco-tourism sector, including access to a professional development fund.

Flexible Work

Maple Leaf Adventures offers flexible, year-round opportunities with seasonal and contract-based work. Besides regular duties, there are chances to engage in winter ship maintenance.

Health Benefits

We prioritise crew well-being. Our comprehensive health benefits for regular employees includes coverage for medical, dental, and mental health services.

Ever-Changing Office View

Your workplace is the awe-inspiring natural world. Every day, you’ll wake up to breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the opportunity to share these wonders with our guests.

Gear Up for Adventure

Get exclusive access to gear and equipment from our industry partners at discounted rates.

Current Openings

At this time, we are not actively hiring for most positions. Future opportunities will be posted directly on this page and through our verified Indeed listings. We encourage interested mariners and expedition professionals to check back periodically for updates.

How to Apply

Please send a Cover Letter and Resume to jobs@mapleleafadventures.com including the position you are applying for and your last name in the Subject line. For example: Captain Smith.
To be considered, you must be able to legally work in Canada. A Canadian passport is mandatory (due to travel to and from the USA and Canada).
Due to the high number of applicants, we are only able to contact successful candidates.

Important Recruitment Notice

Maple Leaf Adventures welcomes Canadian-certified mariners to apply for crew positions aboard our three small ships. Please note that we do not sponsor international workers and conduct hiring directly through official Maple Leaf Adventures channels only.

We use only mapleleafadventures.com email addresses and advertise positions exclusively through our website and verified Indeed.com postings. We do not work through recruiters, do not recruit through WhatsApp, and will never ask applicants to pay deposits, travel costs, visa fees, or any other money as part of a job application. If you believe you have been contacted by someone impersonating a Maple Leaf Adventures representative, please notify us via email.

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About Maple Leaf Adventures

Since 1986, we have offered eco-expeditions among the fjords and archipelagos of the BC and Alaska coastline, aboard luxury expedition yachts that are small enough to navigate its coves and narrow straits.

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