Viking-Octantis

Expedition Cruise Ship VIKING OCTANTIS delivered to Viking Cruises. On December 22nd, 2021, Viking Cruises took over their first expedition cruise ship, the VIKING OCTANTIS, from VARD in Søviknes, Norway. The luxury class cruise ship is designed for 378 passengers in 189 cabins. VIKING OCTANTIS (IMO 9863194) has some extraordinary features, such as the Hangar, a closed marina inside the ship, which enables easy boarding and disembarking excursion boats, protected from wind and waves. The cruise ship also has a science laboratory and extensive expedition equipment, including zodiacs, kayaks and two mini submarines with 270-degree spherical windows for 6 people each. In addition, there is a panorama auditorium on board with the Aula + Finse Terrace, the design of which is inspired by the ceremonial hall of the University of Oslo, in which the Nobel Peace Prizes are awarded. Full article + video https://www.cruisedeck.de/viking-octantis-an-viking-cruises-abgeliefert/