We design all of our voyages with safety foremost in mind, but every passenger is also responsible for keeping themselves safe on the vessel and during outings.

There are life jackets available in each cabin, and we do a life boat (abandon ship) drill at the beginning of each voyage. This drill is mandatory for all passengers. We may perform additional safety drills during the voyage, which will be announced if necessary.

As on all ships, please leave one hand free to steady yourself as you move about the inner areas and decks. The ship may suddenly lurch or stop as it works its way through the ice. Use handrails whenever possible, especially when going up stairways and ladders.

Be careful when walking on the open decks, as they can be very slippery. Watch your footing when going out on deck as well, since there are high steps in many doorways.

Never place your hands on the edge of doors or on door frames, as a lurching movement could slam the door on your fingers. Please wear appropriate footwear at all times, no open-backed shoes without straps, such as flip-flops or crocs.