Explora Journeys
Explora I
- Cruises
- 94
- From
- $2,600
Ship comparison
Explora I vs Explora II
Explora Journeys
Explora II
- Cruises
- 130
- From
- $1,800
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Explora I is a mid-size Explora Journeys ship carrying 912 passengers. Explora II is a mid-size Explora Journeys ship carrying 912 passengers, in service since 2024. Explora I has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold. Explora II has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose Explora II if you want a lower starting fare: its cruises start from $1,800 (vs $2,600).
Explora I does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Explora I | Explora II | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Explora Journeys | Explora Journeys |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | — | 2024 |
| Gross tonnage | 63,621 | 63,900 |
| Passengers | 912 | 912 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 69.8 | 70.1 (better) |
| Length | 817 ft | 817 ft |
| Beam | 107 ft | 108 ft |
| Cruises on sale | 94 | 130 |
| Upcoming sailings | 155 | 163 |
| Cruise lengths | 5 to 129 nights | 4 to 29 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,600 | $1,800 (better) |
Explora Journeys
Explora I
Sailing now
94 cruises on sale, from $2,600.
Explora Journeys
Explora II
Sailing now
130 cruises on sale, from $1,800.
Questions
Explora I or Explora II?
Which is bigger, Explora I or Explora II?
Explora II is bigger at 63,900 gross tons, against 63,621 gross tons for Explora I. Explora I carries 912 passengers and Explora II carries 912.
Which has more space per passenger?
Explora II, with 70.1 gross tons per passenger against 69.8 on Explora I. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
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