Signature highlights
Purpose-built for the Seine, Viking Skaga has a 125-meter hull, 360-degree sun deck, walking track, panoramic public spaces, and two Explorer Suites with wraparound balconies.
Viking Skaga
Viking Skaga is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2017. This page lists 1 upcoming departure across 1 itinerary 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.
✓ Adults seeking an intimate river-ship experience
✓ Travelers who value included dining and Wi-Fi
✓ Guests who enjoy scenic outdoor viewing areas
Viking Skaga 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
- Adults seeking an intimate river-ship experience
- Travelers who value included dining and Wi-Fi
- Guests who enjoy scenic outdoor viewing areas
- Couples wanting suites with separate sitting rooms
- Readers and travelers preferring a small library lounge
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers wanting pools, spas or extensive fitness facilities
- Guests requiring elevator access to every passenger deck
- Travelers seeking large-ship entertainment venues
- Guests wanting every cabin to have a full veranda
Live Position ● 56 minutes ago
Heading to: Paris CityCurrently on: 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise (7 nights) — Currently at Paris
Coming up
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Skaga
Viking Skaga is a purpose-built Viking Longship designed for the Seine River and introduced in 2020. Its shortened 125-meter hull allows it to reach central Paris, while the 168-guest layout provides an intimate river-cruise experience. Passenger spaces include panoramic dining and lounge areas, an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace, a sun deck with walking track, and 84 outside staterooms. The ship uses hybrid engines and solar panels, with a Scandinavian-inspired interior and two distinctive Explorer Suites offering wraparound views.
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
- HE7744
- IMO number
- 9916886
- MMSI
- 269057744
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck includes a walking track and shaded seating area, with open-air river views from the upper deck.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the middle and upper decks. Viking notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
Viking lists ecologically friendly hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration, and solar panels on the sun deck that contribute to the ship's energy needs.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Walking Track Solar Panels BridgeDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library Bar Buffet French Balcony Stateroom Veranda Stateroom Veranda Suite Explorer SuiteDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Onboard Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Skaga deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 26%
Balcony 63%
Suite 11%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCategories E and F. | Oceanview | 22 | 150 sq ft | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; French balcony rather than a full outdoor veranda. | Balcony | 18 | 135 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B. | Balcony | 35 | 205 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate sitting room, full-size veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
4 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves onboard meals with broad river views through panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Varies
An indoor-outdoor forward venue for casual dining, drinks and scenic viewing.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
A glass-fronted social lounge with a bar and river views.
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 Skaga sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | 0 | $428 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 10, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 1 itinerary and their departure dates
- 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise 10 Dec 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2026 | Dec 17, 2026 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Skaga FAQ
What flag does Viking Skaga sail under?
Viking Skaga is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Skaga hold?
Viking Skaga carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Skaga?
Viking Skaga entered service in 2017.
How big is Viking Skaga?
At 2,354 gross tons and 125 m long, Viking Skaga is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Skaga?
Daytime dress is casual. Evening dress is elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Skaga?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while premium beverages may cost extra.
How does tipping work on Viking Skaga?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase them or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with changes handled through Guest Services.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Skaga?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability can vary with cellular coverage, satellite conditions, terrain and weather.
Is Viking Skaga accessible for guests with mobility limitations?
The ship has elevator access from the Middle Deck to the Upper Deck only. The Main Deck is not served by the elevator, and guests should review the layout and contact Viking about individual accessibility needs before booking.
Can children sail on Viking Skaga?
Viking River Cruises requires all guests to be at least 18 years old on the embarkation date, and the ship has no children’s facilities.