MV La Belle des Océans vs Silver Explorer
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
MV La Belle des Océans
Built in 1990
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Silver Explorer
46.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MV La Belle des Océans vs Silver Explorer: Quick Comparison
MV La Belle des Océans is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1990, it is 1 year newer than Silver Explorer, which entered service in 1989. Silver Explorer is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage at 6,130 GT. Silver Explorer also carries 2 more passengers. 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 | MV La Belle des Océans | Silver Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1990Newer | 1989 |
| Gross Tonnage | 5,218 GT | 6,130 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 130 | 132 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.1 GT | 46.4 GT |
| Length | 103 m | 108.11 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MV La Belle des Océans vs Silver Explorer
Age
MV La Belle des Océans was built in 1990, making it 1 year newer than Silver Explorer, which was built in 1989.
Size
At 6,130 GT, Silver Explorer is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage than MV La Belle des Océans at 5,218 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Explorer carries up to 132 passengers compared with 130 aboard MV La Belle des Océans, a difference of 2 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Explorer offers more space per passenger: 46.4 GT per guest, compared with 40.1 aboard MV La Belle des Océans. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MV La Belle des Océans
Silver Explorer
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MV La Belle des Océans
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Silver Explorer
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MV La Belle des Océans if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
Choose Silver Explorer if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MV La Belle des Océans.
MV La Belle des Océans vs Silver Explorer: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MV La Belle des Océans
Built in 1990
1 year newer
Bigger
Silver Explorer
6,130 GT
17% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MV La Belle des Océans is 1 year newer.
- Silver Explorer is 17% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Explorer carries 2 more passengers.
- Silver Explorer offers more space per passenger (46.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MV La Belle des Océans or Silver Explorer?
MV La Belle des Océans is newer. It was built in 1990, while Silver Explorer was built in 1989, making MV La Belle des Océans 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, MV La Belle des Océans or Silver Explorer?
Silver Explorer is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 6,130 GT compared with MV La Belle des Océans at 5,218 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Explorer has a passenger capacity of approximately 132, compared with 130 for MV La Belle des Océans.
Which ship is more spacious, MV La Belle des Océans or Silver Explorer?
Silver Explorer has the higher passenger space ratio at 46.4 GT per passenger, versus 40.1 for MV La Belle des Océans. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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