Signature highlights
Small-scale Nile cruising for 82 guests, with a Pool & Sun Deck, 360-degree views, indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace, floor-to-ceiling glass, and Scandinavian-inspired interiors.
Viking Sekhmet
Viking Sekhmet is a 70-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2022. This page lists 2 upcoming departures across 2 itineraries in Africa & Middle East, day by day and port by port.
Viking Sekhmet at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 28%
A small expedition-size ship at 3,000 gross tons — #361 of 520 ships we track. 43 tons of ship per guest.
About Viking Sekhmet
Viking Sekhmet is a purpose-built Nile river ship designed in Viking’s understated Scandinavian style. The 82-guest vessel offers 41 outside staterooms, including Veranda Staterooms, Veranda Suites and Explorer Suites. Passenger areas include a panoramic restaurant, Lounge & Bar, Aquavit Terrace, library, onboard shop, and a Pool & Sun Deck with 360-degree views. The ship is scheduled to debut in November 2026 and remains in final construction and outfitting as of August 8, 2026.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Massara shipyard, Cairo, Egypt
Onboard Experience
Dining
A panoramic restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows serves onboard dining, while the Aquavit Terrace provides an indoor/outdoor setting for al fresco meals.
Entertainment
Passenger spaces include a Lounge & Bar, library, onboard shop, Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and an infotainment system with television, movies, and in-house programming.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 41 outside staterooms: 12 Standard Staterooms, 21 Veranda Staterooms, 6 Veranda Suites, and 2 Explorer Suites. Explorer Suites and Veranda Suites provide separate living areas, while many categories include private verandas or French balconies.
Pools, spa & wellness
The Pool & Sun Deck offers a pool, shaded seating, and expansive views while cruising the Nile.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Main Deck to the Pool Deck; there is no elevator access to the Sun Deck.
History & sister ships
Other Nile Ship ships
Viking Ra Viking River Cruises · 2019
Viking Amun Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Anubis Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Aton Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Geb Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Hathor Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Osiris Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Ptah Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Sobek Viking River Cruises · 2022
Viking Thoth Viking River Cruises · 2022
Where Viking Sekhmet sails, month by month
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| Africa & Middle East | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $545 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 12, 2026 | 11 Nights Africa Cruise | 11 | Africa & Middle East | Book → |
| Nov 8, 2026 | Nov 19, 2026 | 11 Nights Africa Cruise | 11 | Africa & Middle East | Book → |
Viking Sekhmet FAQ
How many passengers does Viking Sekhmet hold?
Viking Sekhmet carries about 70 guests with roughly 65 crew.
How old is Viking Sekhmet?
Viking Sekhmet entered service in 2022.
How big is Viking Sekhmet?
At 3,000 gross tons and 72 m long, Viking Sekhmet is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 28% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.