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The Tillikum is currently operating as the #3 vessel, due to the Kaleetan being out of service. Beginning Saturday, Dec. 20, the Salish will operate as the #3 vessel, and the Tillikum will move to the #4 vessel interisland position.
This change allows the Tillikum to return to its regular interisland route, and helps us prepare for future vessel moves when the Kaleetan returns to service. We will continue using an alternate schedule through Dec. 22 due to the Tillikum and Salish being smaller and slower vessels. View the alternate schedule on the Anacortes/San Juan Islands schedule page.
The Kaleetan remains out of service due to significant cylinder damage that occurred on Friday, Dec. 5 in the vessel’s engine room. We thoroughly investigated the damage, and we are working to make the repairs as quickly and safely as possible.
New reservations are blocked through Monday, Dec. 22 due to the smaller capacity and schedule adjustments. Reservation holders will be prioritized first come, first served and all other customers will travel stand-by. Reservation holders will not be charged a fee if they do not sail. Please expect delays during this service disruption. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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