Atlas Ocean Voyages Health Safety Policy

What health and safety measures does Atlas Ocean Voyages have in place?

Atlas Ocean Voyages' expedition itineraries often involve zodiac landings and physically demanding terrain ashore, making this line better suited to guests with good mobility. Checking destination-specific health advisories before departure is worth doing even when the cruise line doesn't require it. Worth keeping in mind either way.

Do I need to disclose a medical condition before sailing?

Notifying the cruise line's accessibility or special needs desk in advance helps ensure they can accommodate conditions like mobility needs or ongoing medical treatment. If you take regular medication, setting phone reminders helps account for time zone changes during the cruise. Good to know before you finalize anything.

Is there a doctor onboard?

Ships carry medical staff and basic facilities for onboard care, though anything requiring hospital-level treatment would mean evacuation to shore. Checking destination-specific health advisories before departure is worth doing even when the cruise line doesn't require it. Easy to overlook, but it's worth a mental note.

What if I need to travel with prescription medication?

Keep medications in their original labeled containers in your carry-on rather than checked luggage, and bring more than you think you'll need in case of itinerary delays. It's worth packing a basic first-aid kit for minor issues that don't require a visit to the ship's medical center. That detail alone can save some back-and-forth later.

Can I bring my own mobility scooter or wheelchair?

Bringing your own mobility device is recommended, since onboard wheelchair supply is limited to emergency situations only. If you take regular medication, setting phone reminders helps account for time zone changes during the cruise. Not a bad idea to keep that in your back pocket.

Who can answer specific health-related questions before my Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise?

Call +1-800-406-8495 and our advisors can point you to Atlas Ocean Voyages's dedicated accessibility or medical desk for detailed guidance. If you take regular medication, setting phone reminders helps account for time zone changes during the cruise. Worth keeping in mind either way.

Does Atlas Ocean Voyages require any vaccinations before boarding?

Most domestic Caribbean and Alaska sailings on Atlas Ocean Voyages don't require specific vaccinations, though certain international itineraries may have entry requirements - check your ports of call ahead of departure. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is worth strong consideration given how costly an at-sea emergency can become without it. That detail alone can save some back-and-forth later.

What happens if I feel sick before boarding?

Cruise lines can deny boarding to guests showing symptoms of a contagious illness at check-in, both to protect that guest's health and to prevent onboard spread. If you take regular medication, setting phone reminders helps account for time zone changes during the cruise. Good to know before you finalize anything.

Is there a doctor onboard for medical emergencies?

Yes, every ship carries a medical staff including at least one doctor and nurses, equipped to handle common illnesses and minor emergencies. It's worth packing a basic first-aid kit for minor issues that don't require a visit to the ship's medical center. Small thing, but it matters if you're planning around it.

What safety drills are mandatory before Atlas Ocean Voyages departs?

Atlas Ocean Voyages requires every passenger to attend the muster drill, covering emergency exits and assembly points, prior to departure. If you take regular medication, setting phone reminders helps account for time zone changes during the cruise. Worth keeping in mind either way.