Signature highlights
The ship features a bow terrace, chart room, Chesapeake Lounge, Sky Lounge, sun deck, walking track, and full stabilization for coastwise cruising. Its traditional bow is designed to support deeper-draft coastal operation.
American Maverick
American Maverick is a 130-guest American Cruise Lines cruise ship, in service since 2026. This page lists 195 upcoming departures across 30 itineraries in Canada & New England, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers wanting a small ship with 130 guests
✓ Solo travelers seeking unusually large balcony staterooms
✓ Guests who prefer every stateroom to have a private balcony
American Maverick at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 30%
A small expedition-size ship at 3,344 gross tons — #389 of 565 ships we track. 26 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers wanting a small ship with 130 guests
- Solo travelers seeking unusually large balcony staterooms
- Guests who prefer every stateroom to have a private balcony
- Scenic cruisers who value open-air viewing areas
- Passengers who prefer lounges over large theaters and nightlife venues
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking pools, spas or waterslides
- Families looking for dedicated kids facilities
- Guests wanting multiple specialty restaurants
- Passengers who prefer large-ship production shows
- Travelers needing extensive indoor recreation facilities
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: OLD SABROOK,NYCurrently on: Northeast Harbors Cruise (7 nights) — En route to New York, NY — last stop Boston, MA
Coming up
- New York end of cruise
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About American Maverick
American Maverick is a new Patriot Class coastal ship from American Cruise Lines, built for domestic cruising along U.S. bays, rivers, and coastlines. Entering service in 2026, the intimate 130-guest vessel combines full stabilization with spacious accommodations, private balconies, multiple lounges, open-seating dining, and broad observation areas. Its compact size supports scenic itineraries and access to ports unavailable to larger ships, while elevator service to all decks and a fitness center add practical comfort for passengers.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- American Cruise Lines
- Builder / shipyard
- Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Salisbury, Maryland, USA
- Registry / flag
- United States (formerly United States of America; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- IMO number
- 1033468
- MMSI
- 368461470
- Previous names
- Chesapeake
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship is designed primarily for adult-oriented small-ship cruising and does not prominently advertise dedicated children’s clubs or family programming.
Pools, spa & wellness
A fitness center includes treadmills, elliptical machines, free weights, and resistance-training equipment. The sun-deck walking track provides an additional exercise option with panoramic views.
Accessibility
Elevator access is provided to all decks, and the ship offers accessible stateroom options. Exact accessible-cabin inventory and technical accessibility measurements were not confirmed in the reviewed sources.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 5
Back Porch Café Sky Lounge Sun Deck Sky WalkDeck 4
Fitness Center Grand Suite Sky Suite Veranda Suite Single BalconyDeck 3
Chart Room Bow Terrace Vista Balcony Single BalconyDeck 2
Premium Balcony Single BalconyDeck 1
Restaurant Chesapeake Lounge Ship's Office Guest LaundryView the official American Maverick deck plans from American Cruise Lines →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand SuiteOperator category name: Grand Suite; deck plan listings may use the code GS. | Suite | 500 sq ft | 4 |
| Sky SuiteOperator category name: Sky Suite; deck plan listings may use the code SKY. | Suite | 400 sq ft | 4 |
| Veranda SuiteOperator category name: Veranda Suite; deck plan listings may use the code VS. | Suite | 320 sq ft | 4 |
| Vista BalconyOperator category name: Vista Balcony; deck plan listings may use the code VST. | Balcony | 300 sq ft | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
6 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main glass-enclosed dining venue serving meals to all guests.
Back Porch Café
Included
A casual outdoor café serving lighter food such as sandwiches, burgers and salads.
Bars & lounges
Chart Room
Varies
A quiet forward lounge with charts and views.
Sky Lounge
Varies
An enclosed top-deck lounge with broad windows and panoramic views.
History & sister ships
Other Patriot Class ships
Where American Maverick sails, month by month
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| Caribbean | 1 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Canada & New England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: May 11, 2027
6 upcoming departures
All 30 itineraries and their departure dates
- American Revolution Cruise 5 Mar 2029, 25 Mar 2029, 13 Apr 2029, 14 Apr 2029, 3 May 2029, 4 May 2029, 17 May 2029
- American Revolution Cruise 15 Mar 2029, 4 Apr 2029, 24 Apr 2029, 14 May 2029, 27 May 2029
- American Revolution Cruise 28 Apr 2029
- American Revolution Cruise 8 May 2029
- Cape Codder Cruise 11 May 2027, 18 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 1 Jun 2027, 16 Jun 2028, 18 Jun 2028
- Florida Gulf Coast & Keys Cruise 7 Nov 2027, 21 Nov 2027, 5 Dec 2027, 19 Dec 2027, 2 Jan 2028, 16 Jan 2028, 30 Jan 2028, 13 Feb 2028, 27 Feb 2028, 12 Mar 2028, 26 Mar 2028, 9 Apr 2028, 23 Apr 2028
- Florida Gulf Coast & Keys Cruise 14 Nov 2027, 28 Nov 2027, 12 Dec 2027, 26 Dec 2027, 9 Jan 2028, 23 Jan 2028, 6 Feb 2028, 20 Feb 2028, 5 Mar 2028, 19 Mar 2028, 2 Apr 2028, 16 Apr 2028, 30 Apr 2028
- Florida Gulf Coast & Keys Round-Trip Cruise 31 Dec 2029
- Florida Gulf Coast & Keys Round-Trip Cruise 3 Nov 2026, 10 Nov 2026, 17 Nov 2026, 24 Nov 2026, 1 Dec 2026, 8 Dec 2026, 15 Dec 2026, 22 Dec 2026, 29 Dec 2026, 5 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 19 Jan 2027, 26 Jan 2027, 2 Feb 2027, 9 Feb 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 2 Mar 2027, 9 Mar 2027, 16 Mar 2027, 23 Mar 2027, 30 Mar 2027, 6 Apr 2027, 13 Apr 2027, 19 Nov 2028, 26 Nov 2028, 3 Dec 2028, 10 Dec 2028, 17 Dec 2028, 24 Dec 2028, 31 Dec 2028, 7 Jan 2029, 14 Jan 2029, 21 Jan 2029, 28 Jan 2029, 4 Feb 2029, 11 Feb 2029, 18 Feb 2029, 18 Nov 2029, 25 Nov 2029, 2 Dec 2029, 9 Dec 2029, 16 Dec 2029, 23 Dec 2029
- Grand Florida Coast & Keys Cruise 20 Nov 2028
- Grand Florida Coast & Keys Cruise 20 Oct 2026, 7 Nov 2027, 4 Nov 2029
- Grand Florida Coast & Keys Cruise 20 Apr 2027, 30 Apr 2028, 8 Apr 2029
- Hudson River Fall Foliage 2026 Cruise 8 Oct 2028, 22 Oct 2028, 5 Nov 2028
- Hudson River Fall Foliage 2026 Cruise 1 Oct 2028, 15 Oct 2028, 29 Oct 2028
- Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise 7 Oct 2029, 21 Oct 2029
- Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise 14 Oct 2029
- Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise 29 Sep 2028, 6 Oct 2028, 13 Oct 2028, 20 Oct 2028, 27 Oct 2028, 3 Nov 2028, 6 Oct 2029, 13 Oct 2029, 20 Oct 2029, 27 Oct 2029
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 2 Jul 2028, 16 Jul 2028, 30 Jul 2028, 13 Aug 2028, 27 Aug 2028, 10 Sep 2028
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 25 Jun 2028
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 9 Jul 2028, 23 Jul 2028, 6 Aug 2028, 20 Aug 2028, 3 Sep 2028
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 18 Jun 2027, 23 Jun 2028, 2 Jun 2029
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 25 Jun 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 9 Jul 2027, 16 Jul 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 30 Jul 2027, 6 Aug 2027, 13 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 27 Aug 2027, 3 Sep 2027, 10 Sep 2027, 17 Sep 2027, 30 Jun 2028, 7 Jul 2028, 14 Jul 2028, 21 Jul 2028, 28 Jul 2028, 4 Aug 2028, 11 Aug 2028, 18 Aug 2028, 25 Aug 2028, 1 Sep 2028, 8 Sep 2028, 9 Jun 2029, 16 Jun 2029, 23 Jun 2029, 30 Jun 2029, 7 Jul 2029, 14 Jul 2029, 21 Jul 2029, 28 Jul 2029, 4 Aug 2029, 11 Aug 2029, 18 Aug 2029, 25 Aug 2029, 1 Sep 2029, 8 Sep 2029, 15 Sep 2029
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 17 Jun 2029, 1 Jul 2029, 15 Jul 2029, 29 Jul 2029, 12 Aug 2029, 26 Aug 2029, 9 Sep 2029
- Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 10 Jun 2029, 24 Jun 2029, 8 Jul 2029, 22 Jul 2029, 5 Aug 2029, 19 Aug 2029, 2 Sep 2029
- New England Explorer Cruise 8 Jun 2027
- New England Explorer Cruise 24 Sep 2027
- New England Fall Foliage Cruise 4 Oct 2027, 17 Sep 2028, 16 Sep 2029
- New England Fall Foliage Cruise 15 Sep 2028, 22 Sep 2029
- Northeast Harbors Cruise 25 Oct 2027
- Northeast Harbors Cruise 18 Oct 2027, 26 May 2029
All Upcoming Departures
American Maverick FAQ
What flag does American Maverick sail under?
American Maverick is registered in United States. Some older references still list United States of America.
How many passengers does American Maverick hold?
American Maverick carries about 130 guests with roughly 50 crew.
How old is American Maverick?
American Maverick entered service in 2026.
How big is American Maverick?
At 3,344 gross tons and 74 m long, American Maverick is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 30% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on American Maverick?
American Cruise Lines recommends casual resort attire. For dinner, sports shirts and slacks or a dress or top with slacks are appropriate.
Are meals and drinks included on American Maverick?
The standard fare includes shipboard meals, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, cocktail parties and entertainment. The Restaurant and Back Porch Café are included dining venues.
Are gratuities included on American Maverick?
Onboard gratuities are included in the American Cruise Lines fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on American Maverick?
Wi-Fi is provided throughout the ship using Starlink service and is included in the fare.
Is American Maverick accessible?
The ship has elevator access between passenger decks and designated accessible staterooms. Guests should request specific accessibility arrangements when booking.
Does American Maverick have facilities for children?
No dedicated kids facility is identified in the operator's ship information. The ship instead emphasizes lounges, dining, scenic outdoor areas and enrichment.