September 26, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,179
Price / day
$562
MS Swiss Ruby|AmaNubia
MS Swiss Ruby vs AmaNubia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaNubia
Built in 2009
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Swiss Ruby vs AmaNubia: Quick Comparison
AmaNubia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 7 years newer than MS Swiss Ruby, which entered service in 2002. MS Swiss Ruby also carries 4 more passengers. AmaNubia has upcoming sailings in Africa. 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 | MS Swiss Ruby | AmaNubia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2009Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 80 | 76 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 85 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | 38 |
Key Differences: MS Swiss Ruby vs AmaNubia
Age
AmaNubia was built in 2009, making it 7 years newer than MS Swiss Ruby, which was built in 2002.
Passenger capacity
MS Swiss Ruby carries up to 80 passengers compared with 76 aboard AmaNubia, a difference of 4 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Swiss Ruby and AmaNubia (Africa) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Swiss Ruby
AmaNubia
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?
MS Swiss Ruby
Average
$0 / day
VS
AmaNubia
Average
$571 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Swiss Ruby 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 AmaNubia.
Choose AmaNubia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
MS Swiss Ruby vs AmaNubia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaNubia
Built in 2009
7 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AmaNubia is 7 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- MS Swiss Ruby carries 4 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Swiss Ruby or AmaNubia?
AmaNubia is newer. It was built in 2009, while MS Swiss Ruby was built in 2002, making AmaNubia 7 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Swiss Ruby has a passenger capacity of approximately 80, compared with 76 for AmaNubia.
Where does AmaNubia sail?
The upcoming AmaNubia sailings currently listed cover Africa.
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