Viking Octantis
Viking Octantis Revolutionises Expedition Cruising
With a capacity of 378 passengers, the Viking Octantis boasts modern Scandinavian design and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring guests feel at home. Enjoy included meals with diverse options catering to allergies and dietary preferences.
Explore a variety of public spaces, from the engaging Aula lecture center to the tranquil Finse Terrace, all tailored for the ultimate expedition experience. Culinary delights await in four restaurants, including the popular Manfredi's, as well as the World Cafe buffet, Grill, and Sushi Bar. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the numerous open-air spaces. Unique to Viking Octantis are two yellow submarines, providing an unparalleled underwater adventure.
Dining
Manfredi’s offers the best of Italian cuisine, whether the farm-inspired heartiness of Tuscany or the famed flavors of Rome. Subdued, ambient lighting creates a warm, welcoming air in this traditional restaurant recalling Italy’s beloved trattorias.
Named for “Mamsen,” the Hagen family matriarch, this venue offers Norwegian specialties including waffles according to Mamsen’s original recipe, open-faced sandwiches, and split pea soup.
The elegant dining venue, The Restaurant offers the ultimate onboard dining experience. Regional cuisine and always-available classics are served surrounded by sweeping exterior views.
An intimate reserved space for special celebrations, group dinners, and private events, where personalized menus and attentive service make every occasion feel truly memorable.
A premium counter within the World Café where expert chefs prepare fresh sushi, sashimi, and seafood selections to order each evening — a standout highlight of Viking's acclaimed all-inclusive dining experience.
With live cooking, an open kitchen and premium seafood/sushi choices, and a grill, the casual World Café provides a vibrant interactive experience and a wide range of international flavors.
Bar & Lounges
Inspired by the trade routes of Vikings, the Explorers’ Lounge is the ideal place for guests to share their discoveries over an aquavit or a craft beer while sampling the fine Scandinavian fare.
Enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate or ship-matured aquavit and relax with new friends in this Viking-inspired, light-filled space while taking in the stunning beauty that surrounds you.
A sophisticated yet relaxed gathering place at the heart of the ship where hand-crafted cocktails, premium wines, and cold Nordic beers flow freely throughout the day and well into the evening.
Onboard Activities
Located next to the Explorer’s Lounge Upper Level, the Library is specially curated by London bookshop Heywood Hill and Cambridge University (Scott Polar Research Institute) to enrich and enhance your Expedition experience. Feel free to browse and borrow any of the selections, and return them at the end of your cruise.
The 380-square-foot wet and dry lab, developed in partnership with the University of Cambridge and Akvaplan-Niva, allows scientists to conduct meaningful research and encourages guest interaction.
Expedition Central is a key onboard area for guests at which they can plan and book their excursions, verify landing and “go to gate” times or get answers to questions about upcoming excursions and landings.
Located on Deck 1, Guest Services is always open and can assist you with any questions.
Located to maximize views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, with a library that informs even the best-read explorers. The ideal setting for relaxation and conversation.
Guests can embark on RIBs shielded from wind and waves from a flat, stable surface inside the ship and glide into the water to depart on their excursion. They re-enter The Hangar after excursions via the slipway to the protected marina before disembarking their RIBs.
The Aula is a stunning panoramic auditorium inspired by the University of Oslo’s famed ceremonial hall, the former venue for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Used for lectures, daily briefings, and films, this unique space features a 4K laser-projected panoramic screen that can retract to expose floor-to-ceiling windows and 270° views.
Landing craft will be easily accessible for the guests.
A compact but well-equipped fitness studio hosting daily yoga, TRX, and wellness classes in an intimate setting — the perfect complement to the main fitness center for guests who prefer guided group workouts at sea.
Landing craft will be easily accessible for the guests. Embarkation onto the expedition ships will take place either from this midship area and/or The Hangar depending on the type of craft and weather conditions.
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