The Antarctic in luxury

Item: Viking Octantis
Rating: 4.5
Author: rsilberm

Viking Octantis Cruise Review to Other (Asia/Africa/Middle East)

rsilberm

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 19

Overall rating:

4.5 out of 5

Verified Review

12 Night Antarctic Explorer (Buenos Aires Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 26, 2022

Ship: Viking Octantis

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 3014

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

Cruising through the island’s and narrow passages surrounding the Antarctic peninsula brought incredible scenery probably unique to planet earth with awesome mountains, glaciers, icebergs and occasional sea life. Cruising Norway, Patagonia and Alaska’s inside passage are gorgeous, they are all similar whereas Antarctica is unique.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The world cafe is superb with dedicated grills for steaks and lobster, dedicated sushi station, and great diversity in buffet options.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

Spa, lecturers and comfy uncrowded living spaces

Entertainment

Not, by design, part of the experience

Children's Programs

Children not allowed

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Superb all around

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Viking’s common areas were virtually as large as on their larger ocean going ships with only 49% of passengers. Fewer specialty dining options but superb world cafe.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Layout of basic cabin on expedition ship is better than on ocean ship because of added closest space and easier access.