Viking Octantis | Polar Class Expedition Cruise Ship

Would you venture into icy Antarctic fjords aboard an Zodiac landing craft or observe subsea marine life from the ship's private submersibles? Rate this yacht from 1–5 stars and comment below! Viking Octantis © Viking Cruises Length overall: 205.00 m (672 ft 7 in) Beam: 23.50 m (77 ft 1 in) Draft: 6.10 m (20 ft 0 in) Internal volume: 30,150 GT Engines: Diesel-Electric Propulsion System (4 x MAN 9L21/31) Maximum speed: 18 knots Cruising speed: 16 knots Passenger capacity: 378 guests Cabins: 189 staterooms Crew capacity: 256 crew members Viking Octantis represents a milestone in purpose-built polar exploration, engineered as a specialized luxury expedition vessel for polar and remote region passage. Built by VARD in Norway with a Polar Class 6 ice-strengthened hull, this 205-meter vessel combines long-range endurance with an integrated bow designed to handle rough open ocean waters. Powered by an advanced diesel-electric propulsion system driving twin azimuthing pods, the ship achieves smooth maneuvering and precise station-keeping without disturbing sensitive marine ecosystems. The interior layout spans multiple decks of Nordic-inspired Scandinavian design, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and open-plan public spaces throughout. Onboard highlights include "The Hangar"—an enclosed in-ship marina allowing dry Zodiac launch operations—alongside a dedicated science lab, two yellow submersibles, an indoor-outdoor heated pool, and all-veranda staterooms featuring retractable Nordic Balconies designed for uninterrupted wildlife viewing. #VikingOctantis #VikingCruises #ExpeditionShip #HarbourMasters