September 26, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,179
Price / day
$562
AmaNubia|AmaPrima
AmaNubia vs AmaPrima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
$59 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaNubia vs AmaPrima: Quick Comparison
AmaPrima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 4 years newer than AmaNubia, which entered service in 2009. AmaPrima also carries 86 more passengers. AmaNubia has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaPrima has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | AmaNubia | AmaPrima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2013Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 76 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 38 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaNubia vs AmaPrima
Age
AmaPrima was built in 2013, making it 4 years newer than AmaNubia, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaPrima carries up to 162 passengers compared with 76 aboard AmaNubia, a difference of 86 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaNubia (Africa) and AmaPrima (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day at $571 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaNubia
11-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaPrima
Rhine & Moselle Delights
- Departure Port
- Basel
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Basel
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Breisach
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Bernkastel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Wasserbillig
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Cochem
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Cologne
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Amsterdam
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaNubia
October 3, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,379
Price / day
$580
AmaPrima
September 6, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$5,659
Price / day
$566
September 16, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaNubia
Average
$571 / day
VS
AmaPrima
Average
$630 / day
AmaNubia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$571/day vs $630/day
About $59 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AmaNubia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaPrima.
Choose AmaPrima if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Basel works for your plans.
AmaNubia vs AmaPrima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
About $59 less per day
- AmaPrima is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaPrima carries 86 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaNubia or AmaPrima?
AmaPrima is newer. It was built in 2013, while AmaNubia was built in 2009, making AmaPrima 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaPrima has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 76 for AmaNubia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaNubia or AmaPrima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day at $571 per day versus $630 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaNubia sail?
The upcoming AmaNubia sailings currently listed cover Africa.
Where does AmaPrima sail?
The upcoming AmaPrima sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel.
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