September 13, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from Baltra Island
From
$9,053
Price / day
$1,293
Celebrity Flora|Marella Explorer 2
Celebrity Flora vs Marella Explorer 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Flora
Built in 2019
24 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Flora
59.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Flora vs Marella Explorer 2: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Flora is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 24 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which entered service in 1995. Marella Explorer 2 is approximately 1124% larger by gross tonnage at 72,458 GT. Marella Explorer 2 also carries 1,770 more passengers. Celebrity Flora has upcoming sailings in Galapagos Islands. 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 | Celebrity Flora | Marella Explorer 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 1995 |
| Gross Tonnage | 5,922 GT | 72,458 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 100 | 1,870 |
| Space per Passenger | 59.2 GT | 38.7 GT |
| Length | 101.5 m | 246.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Flora vs Marella Explorer 2
Age
Celebrity Flora was built in 2019, making it 24 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which was built in 1995.
Size
At 72,458 GT, Marella Explorer 2 is approximately 1124% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Flora at 5,922 GT.
Passenger capacity
Marella Explorer 2 carries up to 1,870 passengers compared with 100 aboard Celebrity Flora, a difference of 1,770 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Flora offers more space per passenger: 59.2 GT per guest, compared with 38.7 aboard Marella Explorer 2. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Flora (Galapagos Islands) and Marella Explorer 2 currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Flora
Galapagos Inner Loop Itinerary
- Departure Port
- Baltra Island
- Region
- Galapagos Islands
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 13, 2026Baltra Island
- Day 2 · Sep 14, 2026Egas Port
- Day 3 · Sep 15, 2026Rabida Island
- Day 4 · Sep 16, 2026Elizabeth Bay
- Day 5 · Sep 17, 2026Tagus Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 18, 2026Sullivan Bay
- Day 7 · Sep 19, 2026Bartolome Island
- Day 8 · Sep 20, 2026Las Bachas
- Day 9 · Sep 21, 2026Daphne Island
- Day 10 · Sep 22, 2026North Seymour Island
- Day 11 · Sep 23, 2026Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
- Day 12 · Sep 24, 2026Punta Pitt
- Day 13 · Sep 25, 2026Puerto Ayora
- Day 14 · Sep 26, 2026Baltra Island
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Flora
September 13, 2026
10-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from Baltra Island
From
$11,053
Price / day
$1,105
Marella Explorer 2
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Flora
Average
$1,199 / day
VS
Marella Explorer 2
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Celebrity Flora if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Galapagos Islands.
- Departing from Baltra Island works for your plans.
Choose Marella Explorer 2 if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Flora.
Celebrity Flora vs Marella Explorer 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Flora
Built in 2019
24 years newer
Bigger
Marella Explorer 2
72,458 GT
1124% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Celebrity Flora is 24 years newer.
- Marella Explorer 2 is 1124% larger by gross tonnage.
- Marella Explorer 2 carries 1,770 more passengers.
- Celebrity Flora offers more space per passenger (59.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Flora or Marella Explorer 2?
Celebrity Flora is newer. It was built in 2019, while Marella Explorer 2 was built in 1995, making Celebrity Flora 24 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Flora or Marella Explorer 2?
Marella Explorer 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 72,458 GT compared with Celebrity Flora at 5,922 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Marella Explorer 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,870, compared with 100 for Celebrity Flora.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Flora or Marella Explorer 2?
Celebrity Flora has the higher passenger space ratio at 59.2 GT per passenger, versus 38.7 for Marella Explorer 2. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Celebrity Flora sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Flora sailings currently listed cover Galapagos Islands, departing from Baltra Island.
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