Signature highlights
The ship’s defining feature is the Aquavit Terrace, an indoor-outdoor observation and dining area at the bow. Its sun deck provides 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden, and solar panels.
Viking Mani
Viking Mani is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2024. This page lists 4 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ River scenery and destination-focused travelers
✓ Couples preferring small ships
✓ Guests wanting mostly outside cabins
Viking Mani at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 11%
A small expedition-size ship at 2,354 gross tons — #434 of 566 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- River scenery and destination-focused travelers
- Couples preferring small ships
- Guests wanting mostly outside cabins
- Travelers who enjoy quiet observation spaces
- Passengers who value included main dining
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking pools or spa facilities
- Families looking for dedicated kids areas
- Guests wanting extensive nightlife
- Passengers needing elevator access to every deck
- Travelers preferring large resort-style ships
Live Position ● 5 hours ago
Heading to: Kehl-StrasbourgCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Cologne — last stop Koblenz
Coming up
- Cologne River
- Kinderdijk
- Amsterdam arrives 02:00 AM end of cruise
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Mani
Viking Mani is a 190-guest Viking Longship operating on European rivers, particularly the Rhine. The ship has 95 outside staterooms, four decks including a sun deck, and a compact Scandinavian-inspired design built around panoramic views and close access to river destinations. Passenger spaces include the Aquavit Terrace, main restaurant, lounge and bar, library, shop, and outdoor walking and seating areas.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7489
- IMO number
- 8339897
- MMSI
- 269057489
- Draft
- 2.0 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship is designed primarily for adult river cruising and does not emphasize children’s facilities or family-oriented attractions.
Pools, spa & wellness
Outdoor wellness and recreation features include a walking track and open-air seating on the sun deck. No full-service spa or fitness center is identified on the operator’s ship page.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper Decks, but the operator notes that categories E and F on the Main Deck do not have elevator access. Guests with mobility requirements should verify cabin and shore-excursion suitability before booking.
Environmental features
The ship uses ecologically friendly hybrid engines intended to reduce vibration and includes solar panels and an organic herb garden on the sun deck.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Walking Track Herb Garden Solar Panels BridgeDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library Bar Buffet Grills French Balcony Veranda Veranda Suite Explorer SuiteDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony VerandaDeck 1 · Main Deck
StandardView the official Viking Mani deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 26%
Balcony 64%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| StandardCodes E and F; half-height picture window. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French BalconyCodes C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| VerandaCodes A and B; includes a full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; two-room suite with a veranda in the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
6 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The ship's main dining room has panoramic windows and serves included meals.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Varies
Indoor-outdoor forward venue for casual dining and river views.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
Observation lounge with floor-to-ceiling glass doors and a bar.
History & sister ships
Other Longship ships
Viking Baldur Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Bestla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Buri Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Embla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ingvi Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Jarl Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Lif Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Odin Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Tor Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ve Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vidar Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vili Viking River Cruises · 2012
Where Viking Mani sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $286 | 0 | $500 | 0 | 0 | $286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $2,999 · $428/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 3, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 30, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 3 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 11 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 30 Oct 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 26 Mar 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Dec 18, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 26, 2027 | Apr 2, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 3, 2027 | Dec 10, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Mani FAQ
What flag does Viking Mani sail under?
Viking Mani is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Mani hold?
Viking Mani carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Mani?
Viking Mani entered service in 2024.
How big is Viking Mani?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Mani is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Mani?
Viking recommends elegant casual evening clothing. There are no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional for men.
Is dining included on Viking Mani?
Meals in the Restaurant and the casual dining offered at the Aquavit Terrace are included in the standard fare. Drinks outside the included offerings may cost extra.
Are gratuities included on Viking Mani?
Gratuities are discretionary. Viking allows guests to pre-purchase them or have a discretionary service charge added to the onboard account.
Is Wi-Fi available on Viking Mani?
Wi-Fi is complimentary, although connection speed and availability can vary.
How accessible is Viking Mani?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only. The Main and Sun decks require stair access, and the lowest cabin categories do not have elevator access.
Does Viking Mani have children’s facilities?
No dedicated children’s facility is identified in the ship’s onboard layout. The ship is designed around adult-oriented dining, lounges, reading areas and sightseeing.