You should be prepared to board the ship 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time so we can get you checked in and prepared for the adventure. The ship departs on time as scheduled. Parking varies from port to port, please plan accordingly. Please bear in mind that parking in Poulsbo is often a challenge and may require significant additional time.

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1. Our harbor cruises and sailing trips are done by reservation. Pick a departure time from our website calendar.
2. Review our Terms and Conditions. Enter your name and contact details and complete our online Liability Waiver and Release.
3. Provide your credit card number to secure your reservation.
4. You will receive your booking confirmation with additional helpful reminders for your trip.

1. Consult our online calendar which provides the dates, times and locations of our self-guided tours.
2. Show up at the appointed time(s) and purchase a wristband directly with us or from one of our local partner organizations (hotel, store, restaurant).
3. Note: Times and location(s) may change without notice due to weather, other bookings, or other circumstances – best to consult the calendar the day before or the day of a self-guided tour opportunity.

1. Contact us to discuss your ideas, time frame and logistics
2. Review and complete our Charter Agreement
3. Provide 50% deposit to secure your date

We will take walk ups for our public sails on a stand by or space-available basis.  Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the sailing times posted on our web-based calendar to complete your registration.  We require that all participants review and complete our waiver/release prior to boarding.

• Valkyrie is a United States Coast Guard Inspected Passenger Vessel – our vessel undergoes periodic inspections by the USCG to comply with their safety requirements.
• USCG licensed captain(s)
• Training – Frequent formal and informal staff training in vessel operations, safety procedures, accident prevention and emergency response
• Frequent documented safety drills, inspections, and vessel maintenance
• A robust suite of navigation and communication equipment onboard
•  A passenger safety briefing is provided  prior to each departure
• Safety Equipment provided includes Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Devices (PFD’s), Life Floats/Rafts, Fire Extinguishers and signaling devices

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.

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.

Smoking, vaping and consuming alcohol or marijuana are strictly prohibited on the boat. Thank you for your cooperation.

Yes, please feel free to bring snacks and drinks. We highly recommend that drinks be in sealable containers. We cannot accommodate coolers due to our limited space. We do not currently sell food or drinks onboard. NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE

We adore our furrhead friends, however only service dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities are permitted aboard.

No prior sailing experience is required. We welcome people of all ages and abilities. Our crew may invite you join them in the sailing of the ship at your level of willingness and ability.

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.

You are welcome to bring small bags/backpacks onboard, but please keep in mind that storage space on our open deck is very limited.

Bring suitable clothing for your comfort and the conditions. It is generally windier and cooler on the water.

Hat for sun or for warmth
Jacket or sweater &/or rain gear/poncho
Beverage(s), small hand-held snacks (we have no tables onboard), NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE

• 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.

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!