Parking can be challenging and time consuming at some ports. In Poulsbo particularly, you may need to budget significant additional time to be present for your departure time. Please plan to be present and ready to go at the boat at least 30 minutes before your departure. A Friendly Reminder: Don’t forget to use the shoreside washroom facilities before boarding.

While there is a small crew privy (portable toilet) on board the ship, it is not easily accessible. It is only accessible by removing deck planks on the elevated foredeck and setting up a ‘privacy screen’. There is no running water. Of course, we will set up the privy for ‘emergencies’ but it is highly recommended that you use shoreside facilities prior to coming aboard the ship.

FAQs | Valkyrie Viking Ship

Q: Do you sell merchandise?

We plan to carry an ever growing selection of quality garments, gifts and other merchandise. Right now we have a limited selection of T-shirts. Please check back for announcements regarding merchandise.

Q: Do you ever cancel your tours or programs? What is your refund policy?

Weather & Safety: If we need to cancel a trip for weather or safety reasons, you’ll receive a full refund. We’ll notify you right away using the phone or email you provide. Your Cancellations: Public Cruises (1–5 guests) : Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before departure for a refund (minus a $5 per-person cancellation fee). Within 24 hours, tickets are nonrefundable. Groups (6+ guests on public cruises) : Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before departure for a refund (minus $5 per person cancellation fee). Within 48 hours, tickets are nonrefundable. Private Charters : Cancel or reschedule up to 2 weeks before your event for a refund (minus a 3% card fee). Within 2 weeks, charter reservations are nonrefundable. No-Shows: If we don’t hear from you, your reservation will be released and no refund given. Transfers: Reservations (except No-Shows) can be transferred to another person or used for a future trip if you contact us within the timeframes above. We’ll just need the new guest’s name and contact details to update our manifest and waiver.

Q: What if there is inclement weather?

We sail rain or shine. For your safety, we may occasionally need to cancel a sailing due to environmental conditions. We request that all participants dress for the weather - Layering garments is a good idea for changing weather conditions. Umbrellas may present a safety hazard onboard our open deck depending on circumstances, so please bring your rain jacket or poncho for rainy days.

Q: No wind, how do you sail?

When there is no wind to fill our sails on a given day we may use our electric propulsion or we may use the oars! The oars are a fun and challenging activity to get some exercise the Viking way!