Viking Octantis, delivered at the Søviknes shipyard in Norway, is Viking’s first expedition cruise vessel. She can host 646 guests in 189 staterooms and is certified “Polar Class 6” for expeditions in polar regions. Her dimensions allow her to navigate remote areas and the St. Lawrence River, ensuring stability even in rough seas. Designed by the same architects behind Viking’s ocean ships, she offers a modern Scandinavian design, intimate spaces, and meticulous attention to detail.
GROSS TONNAGE (GT) = 30,150
LENGTH OVERALL (M) = 205
BEAM MOULDED (M) = 23.5
DESIGN DRAUGHT (M) = 6
SERVICE SPEED (KN) = 16.5
MAX SPEED (KN) = 18
CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY = DNV
PROPULSION (KW) = ABB AZIPOD 2 X 5,500
DIESEL GENERATORS (KW) = MAN ENGINES 4 X 4,800
TOTAL INSTALLED ELECTRIC POWER (KW) = AEM GENERATORS 4 X 4,632