September 13, 2026
11-Night North America Cruise
Departing from Portland
From
$13,195
Price / day
$1,200
Scenic Eclipse|Havila Capella ferry
Scenic Eclipse vs Havila Capella ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Havila Capella ferry
Built in 2021
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Scenic Eclipse
77 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Scenic Eclipse vs Havila Capella ferry: Quick Comparison
Havila Capella ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 2 years newer than Scenic Eclipse, which entered service in 2019. Scenic Eclipse is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 17,545 GT. Havila Capella ferry also carries 412 more passengers. Scenic Eclipse has upcoming sailings in North America. 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 | Scenic Eclipse | Havila Capella ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2021Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 17,545 GT | 15,776 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 228 | 640 |
| Space per Passenger | 77 GT | 24.7 GT |
| Length | 168 m | 124.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Scenic Eclipse vs Havila Capella ferry
Age
Havila Capella ferry was built in 2021, making it 2 years newer than Scenic Eclipse, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 17,545 GT, Scenic Eclipse is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Havila Capella ferry at 15,776 GT.
Passenger capacity
Havila Capella ferry carries up to 640 passengers compared with 228 aboard Scenic Eclipse, a difference of 412 passengers.
Passenger space
Scenic Eclipse offers more space per passenger: 77 GT per guest, compared with 24.7 aboard Havila Capella ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Scenic Eclipse (North America) and Havila Capella ferry currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Scenic Eclipse
Contrasts of Canada & the St. Lawrence River
- Departure Port
- Portland
- Region
- North America
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 13, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 2 · Sep 14, 2026Rockland Harbour
- Day 3 · Sep 15, 2026Eastport
- Day 4 · Sep 16, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 17, 2026Louisbourg
- Day 6 · Sep 18, 2026Cap-aux-Meules
- Day 7 · Sep 19, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 8 · Sep 20, 2026Percé
- Day 9 · Sep 21, 2026Cruising St. Lawrence River
- Day 10 · Sep 22, 2026Quebec City
- Day 11 · Sep 23, 2026Montreal
- Day 12 · Sep 24, 2026Montreal
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Scenic Eclipse
September 24, 2026
11-Night North America Cruise
Departing from Montreal
From
$11,995
Price / day
$1,090
Havila Capella ferry
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Scenic Eclipse
Average
$1,145 / day
VS
Havila Capella ferry
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Scenic Eclipse if…
- 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 North America.
- Departing from Portland and Montreal works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Havila Capella ferry.
Choose Havila Capella ferry if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Scenic Eclipse vs Havila Capella ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Havila Capella ferry
Built in 2021
2 years newer
Bigger
Scenic Eclipse
17,545 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Havila Capella ferry is 2 years newer.
- Scenic Eclipse is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Havila Capella ferry carries 412 more passengers.
- Scenic Eclipse offers more space per passenger (77 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Scenic Eclipse or Havila Capella ferry?
Havila Capella ferry is newer. It was built in 2021, while Scenic Eclipse was built in 2019, making Havila Capella ferry 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Scenic Eclipse or Havila Capella ferry?
Scenic Eclipse is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 17,545 GT compared with Havila Capella ferry at 15,776 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Havila Capella ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 640, compared with 228 for Scenic Eclipse.
Which ship is more spacious, Scenic Eclipse or Havila Capella ferry?
Scenic Eclipse has the higher passenger space ratio at 77 GT per passenger, versus 24.7 for Havila Capella ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Scenic Eclipse sail?
The upcoming Scenic Eclipse sailings currently listed cover North America, departing from Portland and Montreal.
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