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Viking Polaris
Viking Polaris is a Viking Ocean Cruises cruise ship of the Viking Octantis class, in service since 2022. She measures 30,150 gross tons and carries 378 guests with a crew of 256. She sails Antarctica, South America itineraries.
About Viking Polaris
Viking Polaris is the identical sister of Viking Octantis, a Polar Class 6 expedition ship for 378 guests in 189 staterooms, built by Vard and placed in service in 2022. She was named on September 30, 2022, in a joint ceremony held while she was docked in Amsterdam and Octantis was in Toronto; explorer Ann Bancroft is her godmother. Viking deploys the pair in Antarctica, the Arctic and the Great Lakes, including Longitudinal World Cruises that run between the polar regions, with expedition gear and scientific programs from partner institutions.
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Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Viking Polaris?
Viking Polaris is operated by Viking Ocean Cruises and belongs to its Viking Octantis class.
How big is Viking Polaris?
Viking Polaris measures 30,150 gross tons and 203 metres in length.
How crowded does Viking Polaris feel?
Viking Polaris has a passenger space ratio of 79.8: 30,150 gross tons for 378 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Viking Polaris feels spacious for her size.
How many passengers does Viking Polaris carry?
Viking Polaris carries 378 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 256 (about 1.5 guests per crew member).
When did Viking Polaris enter service?
Viking Polaris entered service in 2022.
Where does Viking Polaris sail?
Viking Polaris sails Antarctica and South America itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for Viking Polaris?
Viking Ocean Cruises publishes the deck plans for Viking Polaris; this page links to Deck plans (interactive).
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