September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Porto
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
AmaVida|AmaNubia
AmaVida vs AmaNubia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaVida
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
$265 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaVida vs AmaNubia: Quick Comparison
AmaVida is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 4 years newer than AmaNubia, which entered service in 2009. AmaVida also carries 26 more passengers. AmaVida has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaNubia has sailings in Africa. 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 | AmaVida | AmaNubia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013Newer | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 102 | 76 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 79.25 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 51 | 38 |
Key Differences: AmaVida vs AmaNubia
Age
AmaVida was built in 2013, making it 4 years newer than AmaNubia, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaVida carries up to 102 passengers compared with 76 aboard AmaNubia, a difference of 26 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaVida (Europe) and AmaNubia (Africa) 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
AmaVida
Flavors of Portugal & Spain
- Departure Port
- Porto
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Porto
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Vega de Terron
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Régua
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Porto
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Pinhão
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Vega de Terron
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaNubia
11-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaVida
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vega de Terron
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
AmaNubia
September 26, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,179
Price / day
$562
October 3, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,379
Price / day
$580
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaVida
Average
$836 / day
VS
AmaNubia
Average
$571 / day
AmaNubia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$571/day vs $836/day
About $265 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 AmaVida 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 Porto and Vega de Terron works for your plans.
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 AmaVida.
AmaVida vs AmaNubia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaVida
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
About $265 less per day
- AmaVida is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaVida carries 26 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaVida or AmaNubia?
AmaVida is newer. It was built in 2013, while AmaNubia was built in 2009, making AmaVida 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaVida has a passenger capacity of approximately 102, compared with 76 for AmaNubia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaVida or AmaNubia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day at $571 per day versus $836 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaVida sail?
The upcoming AmaVida sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Porto and Vega de Terron.
Where does AmaNubia sail?
The upcoming AmaNubia sailings currently listed cover Africa.
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