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MV Vikingfjord

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Built for exploration

A new ice-strengthened expedition ship for 12 guests, with superb environmental credentials.

MV Vikingfjord offers cruise-ship comforts on a genuinely small ship, with eight ensuite cabins, an open-plan lounge with rear-facing windows, observation lounge in the bridge, on-deck hot tub and sauna, and a light and modern Scandinavian design.

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What we love about Vikingfjord

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Sail assured of her strength…

Purpose-built for Expedition Micro Cruising, Vikingfjord has an ice-strengthened hull with a 1B rating, perfect for breaking a path through the ice and exploring places other ships can’t.

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… and her eco credentials

With her energy-efficient engine and NOx filter meaning a 95% reduction in NOx emissions, Vikingfjord is setting new environmental standards in the Arctic.   

View from the deck onboard Vikingfjord

Gain new perspectives

Her unique L-shaped observation lounge, bridge lounge, and on-deck viewing areas provide multiple vantage points – inside and out – from which to appreciate the Arctic scene, whether ahead or astern, port or starboard.

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Relax in comfort – and style

Vikingfjord’s modern style is apparent with one look at her striking red exterior. Her eight spacious cabins are all ensuite, cosily furnished, and seamlessly appointed in a Scandi-influenced style that’s perfectly at home in the Arctic.

Observation lounge area onboard Vikingfjord
Observation lounge area onboard Vikingfjord
Observation lounge area onboard Vikingfjord
Observation lounge area onboard Vikingfjord

Observation lounge

This is the perfect spot to kick back and unwind. Grab a drink from the bar, curl up with a book from our library, or sink into the sofa and watch the world drift by. Vikingfjord’s lounge is a lovely spot for you to linger, soaking up the polar scenery in comfort. 

Fuel up at the mini bar or grab a coffee whenever you need a boost, and enjoy presentations from the expedition team on our big screen.

restaurant area onboard Vikingfjord
restaurant area onboard Vikingfjord
restaurant area onboard Vikingfjord

Restaurant

Awaken to the inviting aroma of freshly baked bread and coffee each morning. Our cosy bench seating and Scandinavian-inspired interiors set the stage for a dining experience that feels like home – relaxed, comfortable, and warm. Each meal is prepared fresh, and with windows lining both sides of the restaurant, you’ll never miss a moment.

Bridge lounge area onboard Vikingfjord
Bridge lounge area onboard Vikingfjord
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Bridge lounge

All are welcome at the bridge! Vikingfjord gives you access to the heart of her operations. Here you can get to know the crew and swap stories – plus, it’s one of the best spots for spotting wildlife.

View from the front of the deck onboard Vikingfjord
View from the bridge of Vikingfjord looking out over the landscape of Svalbard
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Out on deck in the snow onboard MV Vikingfjord

On deck

See your surroundings from every angle – the viewing areas of Vikingfjord are among her finest attributes.

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Sauna on deck onboard Vikingfjord Secret Atlas
Hot tub on deck onboard Vikingfjord Secret Atlas

Hot tub and sauna

Relax and rejuvenate in our sauna and outdoor hot tub. This is one of the best ways to view the Arctic.


Cabins

Signature Twin/Double

Signature Twin/Double on board Vikingfjord
  • Comfortable double bed/twins
  • Ensuite shower and toilet
  • Windows, wardrobe, desk and chair
Deck
Deck 1
Area
15m²
Capacity
2 guests

Signature Penthouse (Double)

Signature Penthouse suite onboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Comfortable double bed
  • Ensuite shower and toilet
  • Window, wardrobe, desk and chair
Deck
Deck 3
Area
15m²
Capacity
2 guests

Signature Single

Signature Single onboard MV Vikingfjord with Secret Atlas
  • Comfortable single bed
  • Ensuite shower and toilet
  • Window, wardrobe, desk and chair
Deck
Deck 1 and 2
Area
10m²
Capacity
1 guest

Deck Plan

Deck plan of MV Vikingfjord

Vikingfjord expeditions

All our Expedition Micro Cruises are aligned with nature, itinerary-free, and take small groups into the wildest places on Earth.

Svalbard

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Svalbard Spring Micro Cruise Lite

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Our compact early-season adventure packs in all the highlights of Svalbard in just a short space of time – with no fear of missing out.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour Lite with Piet van den Bemd

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Join pro photographer Piet van den Bemd on a special compact adventure to shoot Svalbard in the springtime.

  • 12 guests
  • 8 days
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Follow photographer Virgil Reglioni into the bewitching pastel light and frozen fairytale landscape of the Arctic spring.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour with Amos Nachoum

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Join world-renowned nature photographer Amos Nachoum in the High Arctic, scoping out unforgettable wildlife encounters on the ice-edge of Svalbard.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour with Dean Tatooles

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Venture north with acclaimed photographer Dean Tatooles, shooting Svalbard blanketed in snow and puzzle-piece sea ice.

  • 12 guests
  • 10 days
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Landscape photographers adore Svalbard in the early season, when puzzle-piece sea ice and snow-enrobed shorelines glow under pastel sunrises and sunsets.

  • 12 guests
  • 8 — 10 days
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Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour with Piet van den Bemd

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Join all-action photographer Piet van den Bemd on this late-season adventure to Svalbard, where the goal is to reach Austfonna ice cap and photograph meltwater waterfalls cascading down its face.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Set off on a late-season adventure, when sunsets and sunrises cast spellbinding colours the archipelago, and capture the meltwater waterfalls of the Austfonna ice cap with top polar photographer Virgil Reglioni.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
Ice wall in Brasvellbreen in Svalbard Secret Atlas

Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Wildlife and landscape photographers rush to catch Svalbard at this unique part of the year, when languorous sunrises and sunsets paint the scenery in autumnal colours and far-flung destinations like Austfonna are still within reach.

  • 12 guests
  • 11 days
Svalbard summer sunset over mountains

Svalbard Circumnavigation Micro Cruise

78°22’N, 15°65’E

The big one. As the sea opens up under the midnight sun, take the unique opportunity to circumnavigate Svalbard, Europe’s last great wilderness.

  • 12 guests
  • 12 days
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise Lite

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Witness Svalbard alive with wildlife on this specially curated Expedition Micro Cruise, exploring the archipelago's summer highlights in a shorter time.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Set sail in summer, when Svalbard blooms with life, the best time to spot wildlife in Europe’s last great wilderness.

  • 12 guests
  • 10 days
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Paul Goldstein is a nature-photography heavyweight, a go-hard, all-hours maestro – and the perfect guide to take your wildlife photography up a gear (or 10) in Svalbard.

  • 12 guests
  • 10 days
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Svalbard Summer Solstice Micro Cruise

78°22’N, 15°65’E

Our longest photo tour sails when the midnight sun is at its zenith, providing 24-hour photo opportunities in the company of your pro photographer guide.

  • 12 guests
  • 12 days

Greenland

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Northeast Greenland National Park Micro Cruise

76°50'N, 29°99'W

The ultimate Greenland experience – a unique two-week adventure into Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park, and Scoresbysund, the longest fjord system on Earth.

  • 12 guests
  • 12 days
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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Randy Hanna

70°50’N, 25°00’W

Photograph the northern lights illuminating the skies above Scoresbysund with nature photography legend Randy Hanna.

  • 12 guests
  • 8 days
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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni

70°50’N, 25°00’W

With 0% light pollution and insane iceberg sculptures, paired with the world’s finest aurora borealis photographer, you’re in for a treat.

  • 12 guests
  • 8 days
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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

70°50’N, 25°00’W

An autumn micro cruise to Scoresbysund, East Greenland. For landscape lovers and aurora chasers – the ultimate expedition of Earth and sky.

  • 12 guests
  • — days
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Why Secret Atlas?

There's a certain spirit that yearns to venture where few have gone, to feel the wilder side of life, and embrace the unknown. 

We are guided by that spirit.

We help others discover a world much bigger than the ones they encounter day-to-day, then explore it the way it deserves to be explored – with appreciation, time, and in harmony with nature.

The Expedition Micro Cruise concept

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Signature Twin/Double

This comfy cabin option comes with your choice of a double bed or twins. 

The ship’s subtle Scandi design continues into your suite, creating a calming, rejuvenating atmosphere in which to unwind after a long day’s exploration. 

The cabin boasts an ensuite toilet and shower room, along with a desk and chair, wardrobe, and windows.

Signature Twin/Double

In your cabin

  • Starlink Wi-Fi
  • 220v 2-pin European plug socket
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Shower gel
  • Body lotion
  • Hand soap
  • Towels
  • Bedding and throw
  • Hairdryer
  • Rubber Muck boots (provided by Secret Atlas for the duration of your expedition)
  • Slippers
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Signature Penthouse (Double)

The spacious master suite on deck 3 is seamlessly designed for double occupancy. 

It boasts a particularly light and airy feel, courtesy of the windows in the main room and ensuite, as well as the cabin’s elevated position on the upper deck. 

The Scandi-inspired penthouse features a desk and chair, along with ample storage space for two guests and plenty of room to relax and unwind in.

Signature Penthouse (Double)

In your cabin

  • Starlink Wi-Fi
  • 220v 2-pin European plug socket
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Shower gel
  • Body lotion
  • Hand soap
  • Towels
  • Bedding and throw
  • Hairdryer
  • Rubber Muck boots (provided by Secret Atlas for the duration of your expedition)
  • Slippers
Signature Penthouse (Double)  Suite Location

Signature Single

Ideal for solo travellers, this more compact cabin option still feels spacious and welcomingly serene, thanks to its light design and carefully considered layout. 

Features include a wardrobe, ensuite, and a window on the wall of the main room.

Your cosy home-from-home as you explore the wildest places on the planet.

Signature Single

In your cabin

  • Starlink Wi-Fi
  • 220v 2-pin European plug socket
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Shower gel
  • Body lotion
  • Hand soap
  • Towels
  • Bedding and throw
  • Hairdryer
  • Rubber Muck boots (provided by Secret Atlas for the duration of your expedition)
  • Slippers
Signature Single  Suite Location

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