July 25, 2027
9-Night Australia Cruise
Departing from Broome
From
$8,295
Price / day
$922
Heritage Adventurer|MS Seaventure
Heritage Adventurer vs MS Seaventure
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Heritage Adventurer
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Newer Ship
Heritage Adventurer
Built in 1991
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Heritage Adventurer
59.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Heritage Adventurer vs MS Seaventure: Quick Comparison
Heritage Adventurer is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1991, it is 1 year newer than MS Seaventure, which entered service in 1990. Heritage Adventurer is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage at 8,378 GT. MS Seaventure also carries 15 more passengers. Heritage Adventurer has upcoming sailings in Australia. 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 | Heritage Adventurer | MS Seaventure |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1991Newer | 1990 |
| Gross Tonnage | 8,378 GT | 6,752 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 140 | 155 |
| Space per Passenger | 59.8 GT | 43.6 GT |
| Length | 122.8 m | 111 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Heritage Adventurer vs MS Seaventure
Age
Heritage Adventurer was built in 1991, making it 1 year newer than MS Seaventure, which was built in 1990.
Size
At 8,378 GT, Heritage Adventurer is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage than MS Seaventure at 6,752 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Seaventure carries up to 155 passengers compared with 140 aboard Heritage Adventurer, a difference of 15 passengers.
Passenger space
Heritage Adventurer offers more space per passenger: 59.8 GT per guest, compared with 43.6 aboard MS Seaventure. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Heritage Adventurer (Australia) and MS Seaventure currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Heritage Adventurer
Kimberley Coast Adventure
- Departure Port
- Broome
- Region
- Australia
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Jul 25, 2027Broome
- Day 2 · Jul 26, 2027Buccaneer Archipelago
- Day 3 · Jul 27, 2027Horizontal Falls
- Day 4 · Jul 28, 2027Freshwater Cove
- Day 5 · Jul 29, 2027Hunter River
- Day 6 · Jul 30, 2027Swift Bay
- Day 7 · Jul 31, 2027Ashmore Reef
- Day 8 · Aug 1, 2027Vansittart Bay
- Day 9 · Aug 2, 2027King George Falls
- Day 10 · Aug 3, 2027Darwin
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Heritage Adventurer
August 3, 2027
9-Night Australia Cruise
Departing from Darwin
From
$7,795
Price / day
$866
MS Seaventure
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Heritage Adventurer
Average
$894 / day
VS
MS Seaventure
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Heritage Adventurer 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 Australia.
- Departing from Broome and Darwin works for your plans.
Choose MS Seaventure 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 Heritage Adventurer.
Heritage Adventurer vs MS Seaventure: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Heritage Adventurer
Built in 1991
1 year newer
Bigger
Heritage Adventurer
8,378 GT
24% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Heritage Adventurer is 1 year newer.
- Heritage Adventurer is 24% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Seaventure carries 15 more passengers.
- Heritage Adventurer offers more space per passenger (59.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Heritage Adventurer or MS Seaventure?
Heritage Adventurer is newer. It was built in 1991, while MS Seaventure was built in 1990, making Heritage Adventurer 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Heritage Adventurer or MS Seaventure?
Heritage Adventurer is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 8,378 GT compared with MS Seaventure at 6,752 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Seaventure has a passenger capacity of approximately 155, compared with 140 for Heritage Adventurer.
Which ship is more spacious, Heritage Adventurer or MS Seaventure?
Heritage Adventurer has the higher passenger space ratio at 59.8 GT per passenger, versus 43.6 for MS Seaventure. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Heritage Adventurer sail?
The upcoming Heritage Adventurer sailings currently listed cover Australia, departing from Broome and Darwin.
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