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2022 & 2023
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Dear Viking Guest, I hope this finds you healthy and in positive spirits. If you are like me, you have stayed closer to home this past year — which of course has allowed for more time to dream about your next big trip. I think you will agree we are living in extraordinary times, but I am personally optimistic about the future — and getting back to exploring. At Viking, it will always be our mission to create meaningful experiences that are destination focused. In fact, I have often said that we offer the “thinking person’s cruise” in contrast to mainstream cruises. As someone who has traveled with Viking, you already know that to be true. It is this dedication that has helped us become the #1 Ocean Cruise Line in Travel + Leisure’s 2020 World’s Best Awards and the #1 River Cruise Line in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards. Now, we are building on our history of enriching experiences with the inaugural season of Viking Expeditions. In the following pages, I am pleased to spotlight our new voyages to the ends of the earth and closer to home. Beginning in early 2022, you have an opportunity to sail to the Arctic and Antarctica, as well as North America’s Great Lakes, on new, purpose- built Viking Expedition ships. Hosting just 378 guests in 189 staterooms, these state-of-the-art Polar Class vessels feature public spaces that are familiar to Viking’s ocean cruise guests, as well as new onboard areas and features created specifically to enhance comfortable exploration. To develop these new voyages, we have partnered with some of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions — including University of Cambridge’s Scott Polar Research Institute, The Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) — to make each journey an unparalleled learning experience on board and on shore. We hope that the enclosed information inspires you — and we invite you to plan now for future exploration. In the meantime, I invite you to join us on Viking.TV, where we host daily livestream video sessions with some of the world’s most fascinating people. Viking.TV is a way for us to continue exploring the world in comfort — from home. Thank you for being a Viking traveler, and we look forward to once again welcoming you on board. Torstein Hagen Chairman TORSTEIN & KARINE HAGEN IN SVALBARD, NORWAY
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T HE T HI NK I NG PER SON’S E X PEDI T ION 4 A N TA RC T IC A 30
Created for curious, experienced travelers. Antarctic Explorer — 13 Days: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia 32
South America & Antarctic Discovery — 18 Days: Rio de Janeiro to Ushuaia 34
E XC LUSI V E SC I E N T I FIC PA R TN ER SH I PS 5
Viking Resident Scientists provide invaluable insight.
T HE A RC T IC 36
E X PEDI T ION E X PER IENC ES 6 Arctic Adventure — 13 Days: Roundtrip Tromsø 38
Shore excursions designed to take you closer. From the Arctic to Antarctica — 44 Days: Tromsø to Ushuaia 40
PER FEC T I NG T HE E X PEDI T ION E X PER IENC E 8
Exploring the world in comfort. GR E AT L A K ES 42
Undiscovered Great Lakes — 8 Days: Thunder Bay to Milwaukee 44
S A I L I N S C A N D I N AV I A N S T Y L E 12 Great Lakes Explorer — 8 Days: Milwaukee to Thunder Bay 46
Innovative, light-filled spaces where comfort meets discovery. Niagara & the Great Lakes — 8 Days: Milwaukee to Toronto 48
Canadian Discovery — 13 Days: New York to Toronto 50
E X PE DI T ION E QU I PM E N T 16
A variety of ways to explore — at no extra charge.
A DDI T ION A L A DV EN T U R ES 52
NOR DIC B A LCON Y S T AT ERO OM S & S U I T ES 18 Viking’s Northern Isles — 13 Days: Tromsø to Cork 54
Bringing your destination as close as possible. Brazil’s Vibrant Coast — 15 Days: Rio de Janeiro to Bridgetown 56
Caribbean Connections — 10 Days: Bridgetown to New York 58
T H E BES T DI N I NG C HOIC ES AT SE A 22 Atlantic & Equator Sojourn — 15 Days: Cork to Rio de Janeiro 60
Choose from six dining options, all at no additional charge.
AW A R D - W I N N I N G S E R V I C E 24 PRO GR A M S & DE T A IL S
Thoughtful attention from our Swiss-trained, English-speaking staff. Viking Expedition Ship Deck Plans 62
Pricing Notes & Offer Details 65
V I K I N G I N C L U S I V E VA L U E 26
A cruise fare that includes everything you need.
W H AT V IK ING IS NOT 27
No casinos. No children. No umbrella drinks. And no nickel and diming.
V I K I N G T R AV E L P R O T E C T I O N —
C A NCEL FOR A N Y R E A SON 28
A safer way to travel.
FOR DE TA IL S A BOU T OU R NE W
V I K I N G H E A LT H & S A F E T Y P R O G R A M ,
V I S I T V I K I N G . C O M / H E A LT H - S A F E T Y.
EXPERIENCED EXPEDITION LEADERS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: A VIKING RESIDENT SCIENTIST; LIFELIKE FELT BIRDS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY PRACTICE; VIKING EXPEDITION TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER
T H E T H I N K I N G PE R S O N ’ S E X PE D I T I O N E X C L U S I V E S C I E N T I F I C PA R T N E R S H I P S
Created for curious, experienced travelers Viking Resident Scientists provide invaluable insight
WE ALL TRAVEL TO EXPLORE, TO LEARN, TO UNDERSTAND. At Viking, we believe OUR EXPERIENCED EXPEDITION TEAM is led by Jørn Henriksen, Director of
travel should be more than just a trip — it should be a gateway to insight and discoveries. Expedition Operations, who grew up and lived in Arctic Norway for over 45 years and
We design our itineraries so our guests can explore and engage with the nature, culture, worked there in expedition management for 25 years, and Dr. Damon Stanwell-Smith,
science and history of their destination. a marine biologist with a 27-year career involved with the Antarctic.
VIKING EXPEDITIONS EXPANDS ONBOARD ACTIVITIES are designed for OUR VIKING SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY WE HAVE ALSO PARTNERED with the
ON THAT MISSION, journeying to the the thinking traveler, with daily briefings and COMMITTEE is chaired by Professor Julian Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Their ornithologists
unexplored wilderness both at the far world-class lectures. Guests can engage with Dowdeswell, Director of the Scott Polar will collect data for their bird observation
reaches of the world and in the heart of working scientists in our onboard laboratory Research Institute, and consists of several database (eBird.com) and interact with guests.
North America. We have reenvisioned or participate in citizen science programs. leading scientific institutions in atmospheric
OUR ONBOARD EXPEDITION PROGRAM
expedition voyages to facilitate exploration sciences, botany, glaciology, marine biology
ON SHORE, guests can assist in fieldwork is designed to prepare guests for their
and scientific discovery. Even our ship and ornithology.
or interact through experiential activities. onshore experiences, with over 25 experts
details inform, from our mural of whales
They can help identify migratory patterns, WE ARE HONORED to have legendary accompanying each journey including our
to our lifelike felt birds, created to help
accompany scientists to collect samples polar explorers Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft Viking Expedition Team and Viking Resident
guests identify and practice photographing
or learn from a professional photographer as our ships’ godmothers. Scientists from our partnerships.
the avian species they may encounter.
how to capture incredible landscapes.
OUR LEAD PARTNER is the University of DESIGNED AS WORKING RESEARCH
BEFORE YOU TRAVEL, we provide
GUESTS CONNECT with like-minded travelers Cambridge’s Scott Polar Research Institute, VESSELS, Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris
materials to help you get the most out
on board our ships. And by journey’s end, our whose scientists will conduct fieldwork and are equipped with well-appointed
of your journey, from destination-specific
guests should feel more connected — to our share their expertise with our guests. This laboratories and offer guests a unique
photography advice by professionals to
Viking Experts, resident scientists, newfound is underpinned by a Viking endowment for opportunity to participate in scientific
filmographies that inspire wanderlust and
friends and the world. scientific research of the polar regions. research by assisting in data collection
recommended reading that enlightens.
and citizen science programs.
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LEFT: ZODIAC EXCURSION, ANTARCTICA; RIGHT: EAGLE CANYON, CANADA
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Shore excursions designed to take you closer
VIKING EXPEDITIONS OFFER A VARIETY OF EXCURSIONS so you can experience
your destination in the way that most interests you. Virtually all excursions are included
in your cruise fare in order to ensure you maximize your discoveries. Landings and
excursions offer incredible views of remote landscapes and remarkable wildlife, and
are led by an experienced team of experts highly skilled in operating in rugged and
polar environments.
ENJOY INCLUDED EXPERIENCES: hike through the majestic landscape outside Tromsø,
Norway, take a zodiac to land on Antarctica and encounter penguins, dive deep to explore
under water or marvel at the power of Niagara’s Horseshoe Falls. You can also choose
from optional excursions such as dogsledding or bald eagle–spotting among red-gold
maple trees.
SCIENCE IS AN IMPORTANT ASPECT OF YOUR EXPERIENCE, participate in
collaborative science during your excursions with experiential activities or fieldwork,
facilitated via landings by zodiac, RIB cruising or submarine journeys. At Viking, we
firmly believe it is important for us to support research efforts and new scientific
discoveries, and we provide every opportunity for our guests to further their
understanding of the world around them.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: BALD EAGLE;
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SAMI WOMAN, TROMSØ, NORWAY; WITH A GUIDE IN SVALBARD
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Exploring the world in comfort
AFTER LEADING THE RIVER CRUISE INDUSTRY for over two decades and reinventing
ocean cruising with our small ship experience, we are taking our destination-focused
journeys to the far reaches of the globe. Many expedition ships are refurbished survey
vessels or smaller, older cruise ships with limited amenities, small windows and limited
public areas. The belief was that if you wanted to explore these places, you had to do it
in relative discomfort. But at Viking, we have a different perspective — you can explore
in comfort. We have applied our years of expertise to create the perfect expedition
experience. The result is two new, purpose-built ships optimally sized for expeditions:
small enough to navigate remote areas, yet large enough to provide speed, superior
handling and stability in the roughest seas. Our vessels merge comfort and exploration
in an unprecedented way. This optimized size also facilitates enhanced enrichment
activities by carrying a fleet of zodiacs, RIBs, kayaks and submarines, and providing
outstanding venues for onboard lectures and learning.
A NEW STANDARD FOR EXPEDITIONS: SHIPS LIKE NO OTHER. Marvels of technology,
our expedition ships have a dynamic positioning mode, enabling a “hover in place” when
anchoring is difficult or prohibited. This preserves sensitive wildlife habitats on the sea
floor and also provides guests with safer, more comfortable excursion craft embarkation.
Additionally, our vessels feature both conventional fin stabilizers that reduce rolling while
sailing, and a U-tank stabilizer that can significantly decrease rolling by about 50% when
the ships are stationary. The Hangar — a unique in-ship marina complete with a slipway —
provides guests with smooth RIB launches from inside the ship, sheltered from the wind
and waves.
BUILT FOR EXPLORATION IN SENSITIVE ENVIRONMENTS, our ships meet the most
stringent standards. We designed the vessels with a suite of sensors to collect oceanographic
data, our operations are fully compliant with all polar organization guidelines, and we
employ state-of-the-art biosecurity.
EVERYWHERE, A FOCUS ON PANORAMIC VIEWS. State-of-the-art technology is just
one benefit of our outstanding vessels: with more indoor and outdoor viewing areas than
other expedition vessels, guests are as close as possible to the most majestic scenery on
Earth. We located public spaces on the upper decks, furnishing them with floor-to-ceiling
windows for optimal viewing. Our unique panoramic auditorium at sea, The Aula, offers
stunning 270° views. And of course, even guests’ private retreats are designed to maximize
observation opportunities, from our industry-leading Nordic Balcony staterooms to Explorer
Suites with verandas and gardens, and an Owner’s Suite complete with a private veranda,
sauna, terrace and badestamp, a Norwegian hot tub.
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BOTTOM: VIKING OCTANTIS, ARTIST’S RENDERING
V IK ING O C TA N T IS ® & V IK ING POL A R IS ® Optimally designed for expedition cruising — small enough to nimbly
maneuver, yet large enough to offer extremely comfortable sailing.
Your Polar Class 6 expedition ships
GUESTS: 3 7 8 L ENGTH: 665 FT. BE A M: 77 FT.
World Café The Library Explorers’ Lounge
The main dining venue offers a wide variety of Specially curated by With two-story panoramic
international flavors in casually elegant surroundings, London bookshop windows for maximum views,
including Viking exclusives such as a 24-hour bakery and Heywood Hill to this is the perfect place to relax
coffee station; seafood and sushi bar; grill and open galley. enrich and enhance and take in the scenery.
your experience.
Green Cruising
Compliant to all guidelines and regulatory requirements from
AECO, IAATO, the Antarctic Treaty System and the Governor
Mamsen’s® The Living Room The Shelter & The Bow
of Svalbard, these ships minimize environmental impact and
meet the most stringent emission and biosecurity standards. Serving traditional Designed with Located at the ship’s bow,
Norwegian snacks Scandinavian influence, these areas combine to
and light fare, early the perfect place to offer a prime outdoor
morning to late night. connect with newfound viewing platform where
The Pools with Retractable Dome Aquavit Bar friends or the Viking you can intermittently
Admire the scenery of vast wilderness — from Enjoy wine or cocktails Resident Scientists. escape the elements.
polar ice fields to coniferous forests — from in a casual atmosphere.
this heated sanctuary of three different
temperature pools, including an “inside-out”
pass-through swimming experience.
The Aula Forward Sonar
This Viking-exclusive theater The standard
boasts floor-to-ceiling windows navigation equipment
for stunning views. is further enhanced by
a forward sonar system,
enabling us to detect
underwater objects.
Finse Terrace
An outdoor lounge area — with
comfortable couches and warming lava
rock “firepits” — perfect for panoramic
views of the natural surroundings.
The Hangar The Nordic Spa State-of-the-Art Safety
A first among expedition ships, the Experience the Includes lifeboat
protected onboard marina can launch ultimate healthy capacity for all guests The Nordic Shop 360° Promenade Dynamic Positioning
kayaks, RIBs, zodiacs and submarines. Scandinavian and all crew, who are Specializing in Stroll the entire This feature allows the ship
traditions from specially trained for unusual and authentic ship on this deck, to stay in place in areas too
the Sauna and polar operations. mementos of your stretching your deep or too vulnerable for
Snow Grotto to a journey including legs while keeping anchoring — hovering without
relaxing massage. our collection of an eye out for disturbing the seafloor — and
The Laboratory Manfredi’s® Scandinavian clothing passing wildlife. enabling comfortable and safe
Learn about and participate in research From hearty Tuscan fare and handicrafts. embarkation of the small
taking place in the onboard science center, to Rome’s renowned excursion craft.
complete with dry and wet labs. dishes, Manfredi’s serves
the finest Italian cuisine.
Smooth Sailing All Outside Staterooms
Fitness Center The Restaurant The long Polar Class 6 hull, Choose from six categories of spacious rooms,
Stay in shape with a variety of Serving delicious regional state-of-the-art fin and U-tank all with king-size beds and large showers,
equipment including treadmills, cuisine, Scandinavian specialties stabilizers ensure the calmest featuring the innovative Nordic Balcony
elliptical and weight machines. and always-available classics. possible sailing at any speed. and — in the Suites — a private veranda and garden.
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THE NORDIC SPA
S A I L I N S C A N D I N AV I A N S T Y L E
Innovative, light-filled spaces where comfort meets discovery
WE PUT GREAT EFFORT INTO ENVISIONING WHAT AN EXPEDITION SHOULD BE.
The result is a distinctly Viking experience from the moment you set foot on board. Our
expedition ships are customized to navigate the planet’s most remote environments but
offer the same comfort as our ocean and river ships. Slip into the easy elegance of Nordic
furnishings, refined finishes and panoramic views from any spot on the ship.
OPEN AND SERENE SCANDINAVIAN SPACES greet you throughout. Settle into the
Aquavit Bar for an afternoon Irish coffee or stop by The Living Room to listen to a classical
trio or soothing piano sonata. Recharge in the Sauna or work out in our Fitness Center.
Perhaps enjoy a Nordic bathing ritual with an invigorating hot and cold experience
moving from our Snow Grotto into a badestamp, a traditional wood-sided hot tub.
EVERY ROOM IS A VIEWING ROOM with floor-to-ceiling windows found throughout
the ship. Imagine relaxing in The Nordic Spa, lounging by the outdoor lava rock firepit or
curling up in the comfort of your own stateroom, all with breathtaking vistas. These ships
are the ideal place to take in the unique beauty of your destination.
EXPLORERS’ LOUNGE
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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: THE AULA WITH PANORAMIC SCREEN AND SHADES LOWERED; THE AULA WITH SHADES RETRACTED; FINSE TERRACE LEFT: THE HANGAR; RIGHT: THE HANGAR SLIPWAY
T HE AUL A T HE H A NG A R & L A BOR ATOR Y
The world’s first panoramic al fresco auditorium at sea A unique in-ship marina and working scientific laboratory
SETTING A NEW STANDARD YET AGAIN, Viking has created the world’s most AN INDUSTRY FIRST, THE HANGAR BRINGS TRUE COMFORT TO EXPEDITION
advanced venue for learning at sea. The Aula, a stunning panoramic auditorium, was CRUISING. This enclosed, in-ship marina permits the launch of small excursion craft
inspired by the University of Oslo’s famed Aula ceremonial hall, which used to be the through the ship’s shell doors. The Hangar’s most innovative feature is the slipway that
venue for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. This unique space on our expedition ships allows guests to embark on RIBs shielded from wind and waves from a stable surface
features an 8K laser-projected panoramic screen spanning nearly the entire width of the inside the ship, and once on board, to glide into the water. On return, guests enter via
room, and is used for lectures, daily briefings, science presentations and films. Two decks The Hangar in their RIB before disembarking. Guests can observe The Hangar from the
high and seating 190, The Aula can accommodate half the ship’s guests at a time. Raked windows above, witnessing small boat launches, maintenance and biosecurity protocols.
seating ensures optimal views from every location, and plentiful Marius-weave blankets There is also a FerryBox, a set of instruments continuously collecting and displaying data
provide comfort. But The Aula is so much more, because the panoramic screen retracts, on water quality, oxygen content, plankton composition and more.
cantilevering up into the ceiling and exposing a wall of windows.
A RESEARCH LAB STAFFED BY VIKING RESIDENT SCIENTISTS. In addition to its
A 270° VIEW SURROUNDS GUESTS IN THIS INCREDIBLE VENUE. With floor-to- small craft launch capabilities, The Hangar also provides a learning opportunity with
ceiling glass on three sides of the auditorium, nature takes center stage. In addition, its well-appointed laboratory. Developed in consultation with Cambridge University and
the large bottom windows of the stage wall slide open, providing al fresco access to other academic partners, it supports a range of research activities and is equipped with
the adjacent Finse Terrace and creating a magnificent indoor-outdoor experience, wet and dry laboratory facilities, a sample-processing area, fume cupboard, freezer/cool
immersed in nature. Envision a Viking Resident Scientist lecturing on cephalopods storage, comprehensive microscope optics and space for analysis-specific instruments.
while guests catch a glimpse of breaching humpbacks; or relaxing by the heated lava Guests receive supervised laboratory access to learn from and participate with scientists
rock “firepits” on the Finse Terrace with a Viking ornithologist, discussing a bald eagle undertaking primary research, an experience unique to Viking. Field samples collected
overhead. Lectures can even be presented with the windows unencumbered by the during excursions, submarine dives and landings will be analyzed, interpreted and
panoramic screen — with a smaller, pop-up screen for lecturers to enhance guests’ discussed with guests, providing stimulating engagement and unique insight into how
understanding of the natural world unfolding around them. data is collected in remote locations to inform global conservation decisions.
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EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT OUTFITTED FOR ADVENTURE
A variety of ways to explore — at no extra charge Everything you need is provided
The Hangar Easy Launch Access
A Viking exclusive, this unique, Nine shell doors located around
in-ship marina is sheltered from the ship enable launching from the
wind and waves. most protected section of the ship.
Viking Expedition Kit Safety Equipment Viking Excursion Gear
From the use of the Each excursion carries Specialty items like
boots and binoculars a full range of safety trekking poles, snowshoes
to your outer jacket gear including satellite and skis are included for
and waterproof pants, phones, VHF radios, any relevant excursions.
everything you need ropes, life jackets and
is included. a comprehensive shore
survival kit.
A Fleet of Military Pro Zodiacs A Fleet of 2-Seater Kayaks
Two 6-Seater Submarines Two 12-Seater Convertible RIBs
Designed for professional use in With superb stability, these easy-
These large-capacity Uboat Worx Sub 7 submarines These oceangoing RIBs (rigid inflatable boats)
the harshest of environments, these to-operate, Arctic-tested kayaks
comfortably accommodate 6 guests and a pilot for are built for exploration. A dual water jet system,
zodiac MilPro MK5’s are reinforced have a pedal system that lets you
an incomparable undersea experience. The revolving individually suspended seats and — when converted
throughout, yet comfortable enough glide through the water hands-free,
seats plus nearly 270° spherical windows offer an to a covered RIB — the option to sit in an enclosed
for a day of exploring. maximizing your photo opportunities.
undistorted view in all directions for every guest. cabin are all industry-leading features.
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There are balconies, and then there is the Viking Nordic
Balcony: harnessing the Norwegian reverence for light
and to create the optimal wildlife observatory at sea.
Floor-to-ceiling, distortion-free glass at the very edge
of the ship lets you take the views in while keeping
the elements out. No veranda impeding your view,
no intrusion to your elegant living space, no detail
overlooked in our quest to connect you more closely
with the places you seek to explore.
And should you wish to feel even closer to nature,
the top of your panoramic glass lowers to transform
your stateroom into a sheltered al fresco lookout,
with an observation shelf at elbow level to stabilize
binoculars or photograph the majestic wilderness as
you glide by. Breathe in the pure air and listen to the
sound of a breaching whale or the unique whistle of
a bald eagle as you savor your morning coffee or sip
a nightcap in comfort.
NORDIC JUNIOR SUITE
NORDIC BALCONY STATEROOM MAXIMIZED VIEWING OPPORTUNITIES A POD OF WHALES
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NOR DIC B A LC ON Y S TAT ER O OM S V IK ING SUITES
Bringing your destination as close as possible Designed for maximum comfort
SWEEPING VIEWS ARE YOURS from your private Nordic Balcony — a sunroom that ELEGANT SURROUNDINGS FOR REMOTE, RUGGED DESTINATIONS. Nordic
converts into an al fresco viewing platform. Unique to Viking, this Nordic Balcony Junior Suites have additional storage and seating plus an expanded bathroom.
maximizes your chances of spotting wildlife in total comfort. Each stateroom includes Explorer Suites are 80% larger, boast a full private veranda, two separate rooms
binoculars, a Marius-weave blanket and a floor-to-ceiling drying closet that circulates and private access to our Explorer Suites Garden. Also included is the floor-to-ceiling
warm air to dry and store your gear. drying closet for your gear.
STATEROOM FEATURES SUITE FEATURES
(N) NORDIC BALCONY: 222 SQ. FT. (NP) NORDIC PENTHOUSE™: 269 SQ. FT. (NS) NORDIC JUNIOR SUITE™: 322 SQ. FT. (ES) EXPLORER SUITE™: 580 SQ. FT.
• 3 PM stateroom access • 1 PM stateroom access • 11 AM stateroom access • 11 AM stateroom access
• Expedition activity reservations • Priority expedition activity reservations • Priority expedition activity reservations • Priority expedition activity reservations
(60 days prior to departure) (77 days prior to departure) (87 days prior to departure) (97 days prior to departure)
• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks • 2 guaranteed priority reservations • 3 guaranteed priority reservations • 3 guaranteed priority reservations
at each alternative restaurant at each alternative restaurant at each alternative restaurant
(DN) DELUXE NORDIC BALCONY™: 222 SQ. FT.
(70 days prior to departure) (80 days prior to departure) (90 days prior to departure)
• 2 PM stateroom access • Priority booking of spa treatments • Priority booking of spa treatments • Priority booking of spa treatments
• Priority expedition activity reservations (70 days prior to departure) (80 days prior to departure) (90 days prior to departure)
(67 days prior to departure) • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks,
• 1 guaranteed priority reservation water & snacks, replenished once daily water & snacks, replenished once daily water & snacks, replenished once daily
at each alternative restaurant • In-suite coffee maker • In-suite coffee maker • In-suite coffee maker
(60 days prior to departure)
• Pressing & shoe shine services • Laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & • Laundry, dry cleaning, pressing &
• Priority booking of spa treatments shoe shine services shoe shine services
(60 days prior to departure)
• Bottle of champagne
• Bottle of champagne • Complimentary Silver Spirits beverage package
• Mini-bar with soft drinks, & bottle of champagne
water & snacks, replenished once daily
• Exclusive access to Explorer Suite Garden
• In-suite coffee maker
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All at no additional charge
THE RESTAURANT MANFREDI’S THE WORLD CAFÉ
MAMSEN’S WAFFLES CHAIRMAN’S CHOICE SALMON Our elegant dining venue, Inspired by Italy’s beloved With live cooking, an open kitchen
The Restaurant, offers our trattorias, Manfredi’s Italian with premium seafood/sushi
ultimate onboard dining Restaurant offers the best of choices and a grill, the casual
experience. Regional cuisine Italian cuisine, as well as a World Café provides a vibrant
and always-available classics private dining room—a perfect interactive experience and a wide
T H E BE S T D I N I N G C H O I C E S A T S E A are served surrounded by
sweeping exterior views.
opportunity to have an intimate
meal with family or friends.
range of international flavors.
A GREAT DAY BEGINS on board your ship with a selection of healthy culinary options to
fuel your adventure. Choose from a wide range of dishes from breakfast classics to simple
but nourishing fare inspired by Norwegian tradition.
FOLLOW UP A SPIRITED EXCURSION to a penguin-populated isle or kayaking Lake
Superior’s emerald waters with a delicious meal on board your ship. We have an array
of unique options to tempt you: The Restaurant and our alternative Italian restaurant,
Manfredi’s, offer world-class fine dining, while more casual dishes can be found at
The World Café. For lighter fare, try Mamsen’s Norwegian cooking, baked delicacies MAMSEN’S NORWEGIAN DELI AQUAVIT BAR 24-HOUR OPTIONS
Named for “Mamsen,” the Hagen Enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate Our bakery offers a variety of
from our 24-hour bakery or room service. family matriarch, this venue offers or ship-matured aquavit and relax delicious breads and pastries at
Norwegian specialties including with new friends in this Viking- any hour. Or enjoy many of our
waffles according to Mamsen’s inspired, light-filled space while signature dishes in the comfort
original recipe, open-faced taking in the stunning beauty of your stateroom with 24-hour
sandwiches and split pea soup. that surrounds you. room service.
My father Torstein and I worked closely with our Culinary
Director to bring our favorite Norwegian foods on board
to share with our guests. These range from the Chairman’s
Choice poached salmon to my Grandmother Mamsen’s
traditional waffle recipe, offered in her namesake gourmet
deli the same way I had it as a child — with traditional brown
goat cheese — served on replicas of Mamsen’s dishware,
complete with the “Tor Viking” logo.
— Karine Hagen, Executive Vice President
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Thoughtful attention from our Swiss-trained, English-speaking staff
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expertise in cruising to your entire journey and handpicks each member of our onboard
team. Rigorous training and inspiring leadership make Viking the employer of choice,
which allows us to select the very best people to care for you, from stateroom stewards
to the Captain.
WARM HOSPITALIT Y. We are dedicated to OUR SERVICE GUAR ANTEE . At Viking, we
providing warm hospitality to our guests and have over 10,000 of our own staff worldwide,
ensuring everyone feels at home on board all devoted to making your stay on board
our ships. We have the most loyal staff in the the most memorable possible. We are so
industry, and with over 90% returning year confident we will exceed your expectations
after year, you can expect the same quality that we are the only cruise
service every time. line to guarantee its award-
winning service. See our
website for details.
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cup of coffee, a glass of wine or an excursion ashore. Our goal is to provide you with we provide you with all that you need, and nothing you do not.
more for your money, so we have designed our cruises to include everything you need,
from meals and beverages to shore excursions and free Wi-Fi — all for a single cruise fare.
• No children under 18 • No charge for Wi-Fi*
Likewise, our expeditions offer all the amenities you have come to expect from Viking and
more: chartered flights to hard-to-reach locales; Viking Excursion Gear for land and sea • No casinos • No charge for use of launderettes
excursions; and your own Viking Expedition Kit for complete comfort while exploring.
• No nickel and diming • No entrance fee for The Nordic Spa
• No umbrella drinks • No spa sales pressure
How are we able to offer this kind of value?
• No photography sales • No inside staterooms
As a leading river and ocean cruise company, we already have an operational base that
permits us certain efficiencies of scale. This allows us to leverage worldwide buying power • No art auctions • No smoking
when it comes to operational costs. The efficient, state-of-the-art design of our ships with
our Nordic Balconies maximizes your personal space without wasting a square inch on • No charge for beer & wine • No waiting in lines
extras. Everything is managed according to our rigorous company standards, resulting in with lunch & dinner
• No formal nights, butlers
significant savings that we pass on to you. It all adds up to the very best value in cruising.
• No charge for alternative restaurants or white gloves
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(underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company)
Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense ...........................................................................$100,000
Emergency Medical Evacuation, Medical Repatriation & Return of Remains ......$250,000
Non-Medical Emergency Evacuation ................................................................................ $25,000
Accidental Death & Dismemberment–Air Flight Only ................................................. $25,000
Trip Interruption .................................................................................................150% of Trip Cost*
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Missed Connection .................................................................................................................. $3,000
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Watch the drama of life unfold
ANIMALS BUSTLE AND THRIVE under the midnight sun, as native penguin and seal species
compress the cycle of life into a short season, and migratory birds and whales take advantage
of the ocean’s rich bounty. Each day affords a new opportunity to witness nature at work. Learn
more about the flora and fauna of Antarctica at viking.com/expeditionvideos.
ICEBERG, ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
A N TA R C T IC A GENTOO PENGUINS ADÉLIE PENGUINS OTHER PENGUINS
The world’s fastest diving bird, Spending summers on the islands You may see other species,
Gentoo penguins can dive at of Antarctica and the rest of the including distinctively marked
speeds greater than 20 miles per year on the continent, Adélie chinstraps, kings and the less
SEEING ANTARCTICA FOR THE FIRST TIME will steal your breath away. Few places
hour during their hunt for krill, penguins dive as far as 600 feet common emperors, largest of
on Earth are this vast and otherworldly, with raw, sculpted landscapes awash in blue squid and fish. under water in search of food. all the penguins.
and white. This is nature at its most flawless — an experience sure to transform you.
THE IDEAL TIME TO EXPLORE IS THE ANTARCTIC SUMMER which starts in
November, when the cold, windy weather turns to 24-hour sunlight and temperatures
rise to a comfortable 32° Fahrenheit. In this season the ice melts, unlocking seaways
that were frozen in winter. This is the optimal time to visit, often with relatively open
water, clear weather and endless views.
ANTARCTIC ACTIVITIES range from relaxing to active. Zodiac excursions and shore
landings give you unparalleled opportunities to view and photograph wildlife at sea
and on shore, while optional excursions offer cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or WHALES SEALS MIGRATORY BIRDS
Plentiful fish, squid, krill and Among Antarctica’s population Abundant food makes the
overnight camping and take you into seldom seen parts of the peninsula. Participating
plankton beckon minke whales, are doe-eyed Weddell seals, fierce Antarctic peninsula a summer
in ongoing scientific research with our Viking Resident Scientists will get you closer to humpbacks and blue whales, leopard seals, fur seals and deep- home for Antarctic terns, shags,
your destination. while orca pods feast on seals. diving elephant seals. various albatross and petrels.
AS MEMBERS OF IAATO, we abide by all their regulations to ensure safe, responsible
visits to Antarctica.
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Ushuaia FREE International Air from most US gateways.
Beagle
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Cape
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2022 & 2023 SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to $2,000 per couple ASK FOR
CRUISE Prices below are per person. Expires April 30, 2021. MAR
Drake Passage
DELUXE
NORDIC NORDIC NORDIC EXPLORER OWNER’S
NORDIC
ANTARCTICA DATES BALCONY PENTHOUSE JR. SUITE SUITE SUITE
BALCONY
222 SQ. FT. 269 SQ. FT. 322 SQ. FT. 580 SQ. FT. 1,223 SQ. FT.
222 SQ. FT.
Half Moon Island
Brochure
N Whalers Bay
From $16,895 $16,995 $24,495
Brown Bluff Jan 2022 Special SOLD SOLD SOLD
Damoy Point Antarctic Peninsula From 16,795 16,995 23,995
Lemaire Brochure
Cuverville Island
Chartered flight Channel Neko Harbor
Weddell
Sea From 15,895 16,995 20,495 24,495
Example expedition destinations Petermann Island Feb 2022 Special SOLD SOLD
From 15,395 15,995 19,495 23,495
Brochure
GLACIER, ANTARCTICA Nov & Dec From 15,495 16,595 19,995 23,995 31,995 39,995
2022 Special
From 14,995 15,595 18,995 22,995 30,995 38,995
Brochure
NOW 15,895 16,995 20,495 24,495 32,995 40,995
FREE ANTARCTIC E XPLORER Jan–Mar
2023
From
Special
15,395 15,995 19,495 23,495 31,995 39,995
AIR! From
13 DAYS • BUENOS AIRES TO USHUAIA • SET SAIL FROM $14,995 For the Dec 13, 2022 departure, see the 15-day Antarctic Adventure for details. Port charges included in cruise fare.
Prices above are per person and reflect the lowest lead-in fare by month and stateroom type. For specific dates and
This ultimate adventure takes you to the heart of the Antarctic peninsula. Each day brings new
corresponding prices, visit our website or call for details.
surprises, and plans may change to maximize wildlife sightings as we adapt to ever-changing weather.
ASK ABOUT OUR CANCEL-FOR-ANY-REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN – SEE PAGE 28 FOR DETAILS.
DAY BUENOS AIRES EXPLORE MORE PRE & POST PACKAGES 2022 & 2023
Arrive and check in to your hotel for one night; PLUS, get FREE roundtrip international air & transfers
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meet fellow guests at your expedition briefing
BUENOS AIRES & THE PARANÁ DELTA AIR
3 NIGHTS FROM $1,999
Discover vibrant culture and the enchanting Paraná Delta BROCHURE SPECIAL
DAY USHUAIA
Depart today via private charter; embark EASTER ISLAND Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Los Angeles, New York, From
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your ship and get to know your expedition team 4 NIGHTS FROM $3,499
Immerse yourself in traditions of the Rapa Nui people
San Francisco, Washington D.C. $1,299 FREE
DRAKE PASSAGE Additional gateways available; call for details. Per Person
DAY ATACAMA DESERT
During this iconic crossing, expert briefings 5 NIGHTS FROM $4,999 Fares apply to Jan & Feb 2022 departures; pricing for other dates and gateways may vary. International air prices
3
on the region prepare you for the days to come Admire intriguing landscapes and bizarre rock formations are per person, and include transfers (on original hotel/ship date) plus all government taxes and fees. Air seats are
IGUAZÚ FALLS limited, airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received.
DAY EXPLORE ANTARCTICA
4 NIGHTS FROM $4,999
4 - 10 Explore the “Last Continent,” covered in ice and Explore the lush Atlantic rainforest and majestic falls Upgrade to Premium Economy from $999 per person or Business Class from $3,499 per person.
teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other
GATEWAY TO PATAGONIA Save an additional 3.3% — just pay via electronic check. Ask for details.
wildlife. On exposed land, colorful lichens, basalt
5 NIGHTS FROM $3,999
cliffs and rocky beaches provide refuge for a See the Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres del Paine
variety of breeding petrels and penguins. Stand ALL THIS IS INCLUDED VIKING INCLUSIVE VALUE
in the shadow of the continental mainland’s
majestic mountains. Watch glaciers calve into • 13-day cruise visiting 2 countries & • One complimentary shore excursion or landing
the sea as seals and penguins relax on a hill multiple ports/landings at every port/site
above a nearby beach. From the comfort of your
• Chartered flights between Buenos Aires • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
ship, marvel at your majestic surroundings.
and Ushuaia • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
DAY DRAKE PASSAGE
• 1 night at Buenos Aires Hilton (or similar) • 24-hour room service
Study Antarctica further with a variety of lectures
11 • All onboard meals including
and presentations, or relax in The Nordic Spa • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
regional specialties
DAY CAPE HORN • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Sail to this legendary cape, the Chilean headland • Access to Viking Resident Scientists;
12 • Access to top-rated spa & state-of-the-art fitness center
where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet Expedition briefings, guest lectures
and citizen science programs • Self-service launderettes
DAY USHUAIA Port taxes & fees
• Culture Curriculum®: BBC Programming •
Return to Buenos Aires via charter flight; continue
13 & TED Talks, The Met Opera, Munch • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
home or extend your stay to further explore
Moments, Classical Music Performances
ADÉLIE PENGUINS, ANTARCTICA
• Viking Expedition Kit including the use
of boots, binoculars, waterproof pants
and outerwear, plus a Viking Expedition
Jacket to keep
• Use of Viking Excursion Gear:
specialty items like trekking poles,
snowshoes and skis are included
for any relevant excursions
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URUGUAY
Buenos Aires
Montevideo SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to $2,000 per couple ASK FOR
ARGENTINA
Atlantic
Ocean 2022 CRUISE Prices below are per person. Expires April 30, 2021. MAR
Port Stanley DELUXE
N NORDIC NORDIC NORDIC EXPLORER OWNER’S
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DATES BALCONY PENTHOUSE JR. SUITE SUITE SUITE
Islands BALCONY
Beagle 222 SQ. FT. 269 SQ. FT. 322 SQ. FT. 580 SQ. FT. 1,223 SQ. FT.
Channel 222 SQ. FT.
Brochure
Ushuaia
Cruise Oct & Nov From $19,495 $20,595 $24,995 $28,995
Special SOLD SOLD
Drake Passage Chartered flight 2022 18,995 19,595 23,995 27,995
ANTARCTICA From
Overnight in Port
Example expedition For the Mar 8, 2022 departure, see the 19-day Antarctic & South America Discovery for details. Port charges
Half Moon Island Yankee Harbor included in cruise fare. Prices above are per person and reflect the lowest lead-in fare by month and stateroom type.
destinations
Whalers Bay
For specific dates and corresponding prices, visit our website or call for details.
KING PENGUIN, FALKLAND ISLANDS ASK ABOUT OUR CANCEL-FOR-ANY-REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN – SEE PAGE 28 FOR DETAILS.
2022 AIR PLUS, get FREE roundtrip international air & transfers
NOW
FREE SOUTH A MERICA BROCHURE SPECIAL
AIR!
& ANTARCTIC DISCOVERY Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Los Angeles, New York,
San Francisco, Washington D.C.
From
$999 FREE
18 DAYS • RIO DE JANEIRO TO USHUAIA • SET SAIL FROM $18,995 Additional gateways available; call for details. Per Person
Fares apply to all 2022 departures; pricing for other gateways may vary. International air prices are per person, and
Embark on a journey of extremes, taking you from tropical Rio to icy Antarctica. Cultural treasures
include transfers (on original hotel/ship date) plus all government taxes and fees. Air seats are limited, airfares are
await in South America’s fabled cities before you venture to the Falkland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received.
RIO DE JANEIRO USHUAIA Upgrade to Premium Economy from $999 per person or Business Class from $3,499 per person.
DAY DAY
1 Embark your ship and settle in; enjoy free time
18 Return to Buenos Aires via charter flight; continue Save an additional 3.3% — just pay via electronic check. Ask for details.
to explore this colorful city on your own home or extend your stay to further explore
DAY RIO DE JANEIRO
ALL THIS IS INCLUDED VIKING INCLUSIVE VALUE
Explore the UNESCO-listed city; visit the Christ
2 EXPLORE MORE PRE & POST PACKAGES
the Redeemer statue or Copacabana beach
• 18-day cruise visiting 3 countries & • One complimentary shore excursion or landing
PARATY
DAY PARANAGUÁ
4 NIGHTS FROM $2,999 multiple ports/landings at every port/site
Discover historic and natural attractions from Discover the UNESCO-listed Costa Verde and city center Chartered flight between Ushuaia Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
3 • •
classic mansions to wildlife-filled mangroves and Buenos Aires
EASTER ISLAND • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
ATLANTIC OCEAN 4 NIGHTS FROM $3,499
DAY
Immerse yourself in traditions of the Rapa Nui people • 1 night at Buenos Aires Hilton (or similar) • 24-hour room service
Enjoy a lecture on an upcoming port or relax included in the Ushuaia to Rio direction
4-5 IGUAZÚ FALLS • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
on board, mingling with like-minded guests
4 NIGHTS FROM $4,999 • All onboard meals including
BUENOS AIRES Explore the lush Atlantic rainforest and majestic falls • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
DAY regional specialties
Tour colorful La Boca, attend a tango show • Access to top-rated spa & state-of-the-art fitness center
6-7 GATEWAY TO PATAGONIA • Access to Viking Resident Scientists;
or visit the city’s important cultural landmarks 5 NIGHTS FROM $3,999 Self-service launderettes
See the Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres del Paine Expedition briefings, guest lectures •
DAY MONTEVIDEO and citizen science programs • Port taxes & fees
Tour Uruguay’s capital city, experience gaucho Culture Curriculum: BBC Programming
8 • • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
life on a cattle ranch or visit a local winery & TED Talks, The Met Opera, Munch
DAY ATLANTIC OCEAN Moments, Classical Music Performances
9 - 10 Learn about upcoming adventures during • Viking Expedition Kit including the use
a lecture by your Viking Resident Experts of boots, binoculars, waterproof pants
DAY PORT STANLEY and outerwear, plus a Viking Expedition
Jacket to keep
11 - 12 Come face-to-face with penguins as you explore
the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands • Use of Viking Excursion Gear:
DAY DRAKE PASSAGE specialty items like trekking poles,
During this iconic crossing, expert briefings snowshoes and skis are included
13 for any relevant excursions
on the region prepare you for the days to come
DAY EXPLORE ANTARCTICA
14 - 16 Explore the “Last Continent,” covered in ice and
teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other
life. Calm seas and gently sloping shores make
for the ideal beach landing. Take a RIB tour for
a panoramic view of Antarctica
DAY DRAKE PASSAGE
Study Antarctica further with a variety of lectures
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and presentations, or relax in The Nordic Spa
KAYAKING, ANTARCTICA
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Explore an ecosystem adapted to extreme cold
THE WILDLIFE OF THE ARCTIC. Encounter some of nature’s most elusive wildlife north of the
Arctic Circle. Located halfway between Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard is one of the most
remote regions on Earth, offering a nearly untouched wilderness with native and migratory animals
uniquely adapted to life in the extreme cold. Learn more about the flora and fauna of the Arctic
at viking.com/expeditionvideos.
ARCTIC GLACIERS, SVALBARD
T HE A R C T IC
POLAR BEARS WALRUSES WHALES
EXPERIENCE THE STARK BEAUTY of the polar north. With over half the land covered Apex predators and proficient Strong tusks help walruses climb After centuries of hunting, whale
by glaciers and sea ice extending from the North Pole to the surrounding continents, swimmers, as many as 3,000 onto and break ice, while sensitive populations have recovered
polar bears live on Svalbard, whiskers enable them to locate around Svalbard and include
the Arctic may appear too harsh for life to exist. Yet within this remote ice-sculpted
where seals—their main food food on the ocean floor. beluga, minke and white whales
landscape lies a thriving ecosystem, fueled by months of a never-setting sun. source—abound. as well as tusked narwhals.
DISCOVER THE NORTH OF LEGENDS in Svalbard, an archipelago located only 650
miles from the North Pole and accessible thanks to a branch of the warm Gulf Stream.
While much of the Arctic remains trapped in ice year-round, Svalbard offers navigable
seas and relatively warm weather in summer. Along Svalbard’s fjords, visit the world’s
northernmost city along with remnants of the whaling and coal mining industries.
NEXT, JOURNEY NEAR THE TOP OF THE WORLD where the horizon is interrupted
only by passing ice and rocky isles rising from the sea. Travel by zodiac through Arctic
waters and you may come face-to-face with a giant walrus. Or witness white beluga
whales busily feeding. On shore, spot an arctic fox, Svalbard reindeer — or even the SVALBARD REINDEER ARCTIC FOX RINGED SEALS
This Svalbard native is shorter and With short extremities and a thick Among the smallest pinnipeds,
king himself, the majestic polar bear — moving across shifting sea ice.
stouter than other reindeer, with coat to withstand extreme cold, ringed seals have claws so strong
a thick coat that changes from the arctic fox can scavenge polar they can scrape breathing holes
AN ADVENTURE FOR THE MIND AS WELL. Fill your days with extraordinary activities. summer-brown to winter-white. bear prey when food is scarce. through ice over four feet thick.
You might collect ice samples for research on board your vessel. Or wake to a gorgeous
polar sunrise on an optional overnight camping excursion. Observe whale movements
by RIB or explore aquatic wildlife by submarine. You can even experience a polar rite
of passage: a plunge into the icy water.
AS MEMBERS OF AECO, we abide by all their regulations to ensure safe, responsible
visits to the Arctic.
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