Safer Together Protocols
Vaccinated Guests
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- You may be required to be tested on board during the cruise. Additional testing may be required, for example if a positive case is detected during your cruise.
Unvaccinated Guests
Can I sail without a COVID-19 vaccine?
Expeditions to Galapagos Islands
- All guests aged 6 years and over must show proof that they have completed their primary COVID-19 vaccination series. A valid QR code or certificate is accepted.
Rest of the world
- It is required that all guests aged 12 years and over to have completed their primary vaccination series against COVID-19 with WHO-approved vaccines or in accordance with the local regulations of where you travel, whichever is stricter.
- A booster dose is no longer required to embark our ships. However, some countries may require a booster dose to enter. Please check before travelling.
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- You may be required to be tested on board during the cruise. Additional testing may be required, for example if a positive case is detected during your cruise.
Hurtigruten Health & Safety FAQs
Do I need to wear a mask?
- It is advised that all guests aged 5 years and over wear a medical face mask when moving around the ship.
- Guest may be required to wear face masks if there is a significant increase of covid-19 positive cases on board.
Can I get off the ship at port?
- Hurtigruten works with our local partners to implement health and safety policies on all shore excursions. These may include limiting guest capacities on excursions and transfers and new cleaning and disinfection procedures.
Check here for the most up to date information on each Cruise Destination, including vaccination requirements, mask mandates, shore excursions, and insurance requirements.
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