September 6, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Darwin
From
$21,870
Price / day
$951
Club Med 2|Silver Cloud
Club Med 2 vs Silver Cloud
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Cloud
Built in 1994
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Silver Cloud
57.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Club Med 2 vs Silver Cloud: Quick Comparison
Silver Cloud is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1994, it is 2 years newer than Club Med 2, which entered service in 1992. Silver Cloud is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage at 16,927 GT. Club Med 2 also carries 96 more passengers. Silver Cloud has upcoming sailings in FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC. 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 | Club Med 2 | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1992 | 1994Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 14,983 GT | 16,927 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 392 | 296 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.2 GT | 57.2 GT |
| Length | 187 m | 155.75 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Club Med 2 vs Silver Cloud
Age
Silver Cloud was built in 1994, making it 2 years newer than Club Med 2, which was built in 1992.
Size
At 16,927 GT, Silver Cloud is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage than Club Med 2 at 14,983 GT.
Passenger capacity
Club Med 2 carries up to 392 passengers compared with 296 aboard Silver Cloud, a difference of 96 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Cloud offers more space per passenger: 57.2 GT per guest, compared with 38.2 aboard Club Med 2. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Club Med 2 and Silver Cloud (FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Cloud
South Pacific: Exploring Indonesia & Papua New Guinea
- Departure Port
- Darwin
- Region
- FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC
- Nights
- 23
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Darwin
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Pulau Nai
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Kokas
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Misool Island
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Sanwinggrai
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Pulau Num
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Pulau Swande
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Kwatisore
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Aisandami Village
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Tanjung Mannguar
- Day 12 · Sep 17, 2026Pulau Rouw
- Day 13 · Sep 18, 2026Maransabadi Island
- Day 14 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 20, 2026Vanimo
- Day 16 · Sep 21, 2026Ali Island
- Day 17 · Sep 22, 2026Madang
- Day 18 · Sep 23, 2026Garove Island
- Day 19 · Sep 24, 2026Rabaul
- Day 20 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 21 · Sep 26, 2026Kennedy Island
- Day 22 · Sep 27, 2026Kolo Hite Island
- Day 23 · Sep 28, 2026Santa Ana
- Day 24 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 25 · Sep 30, 2026Ambrym Island
- Day 26 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 27 · Oct 2, 2026Lautoka
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Club Med 2
Silver Cloud
October 12, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Papeete
From
$17,920
Price / day
$779
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Club Med 2
Average
$0 / day
VS
Silver Cloud
Average
$865 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Club Med 2 if…
- 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 Silver Cloud.
Choose Silver Cloud if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC.
- Departing from Darwin and Papeete works for your plans.
Club Med 2 vs Silver Cloud: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Cloud
Built in 1994
2 years newer
Bigger
Silver Cloud
16,927 GT
13% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Silver Cloud is 2 years newer.
- Silver Cloud is 13% larger by gross tonnage.
- Club Med 2 carries 96 more passengers.
- Silver Cloud offers more space per passenger (57.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Club Med 2 or Silver Cloud?
Silver Cloud is newer. It was built in 1994, while Club Med 2 was built in 1992, making Silver Cloud 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Club Med 2 or Silver Cloud?
Silver Cloud is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 16,927 GT compared with Club Med 2 at 14,983 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Club Med 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 392, compared with 296 for Silver Cloud.
Which ship is more spacious, Club Med 2 or Silver Cloud?
Silver Cloud has the higher passenger space ratio at 57.2 GT per passenger, versus 38.2 for Club Med 2. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Silver Cloud sail?
The upcoming Silver Cloud sailings currently listed cover FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC, departing from Darwin and Papeete.
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