September 4, 2026
9-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cape Town
From
$14,470
Price / day
$1,608
Zambezi Queen|AmaCello
Zambezi Queen vs AmaCello
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Zambezi Queen
Built in 2009
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCello
$765 / day
$733 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Zambezi Queen vs AmaCello: Quick Comparison
Zambezi Queen is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 1 year newer than AmaCello, which entered service in 2008. AmaCello also carries 112 more passengers. Zambezi Queen has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaCello has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaCello has the lower average starting price per day. 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 | Zambezi Queen | AmaCello |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 28 | 140 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 45.72 m | 109.73 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 14 | 71 |
Key Differences: Zambezi Queen vs AmaCello
Age
Zambezi Queen was built in 2009, making it 1 year newer than AmaCello, which was built in 2008.
Passenger capacity
AmaCello carries up to 140 passengers compared with 28 aboard Zambezi Queen, a difference of 112 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Zambezi Queen (Africa) and AmaCello (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCello has the lower average starting price per day at $765 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Zambezi Queen
Discover Africa
- Departure Port
- Cape Town
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Cape Town
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Cape Town
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Cape Town
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Cape Town
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Chobe River
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Chobe River
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Chobe River
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Chobe River
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Victoria Falls
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Johannesburg
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaCello
Essence of Burgundy & Provence
- Departure Port
- Dijon
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Dijon
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Tournus
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Tournus
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Macon
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Lyon
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Vienne
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Avignon
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Arles
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Zambezi Queen
September 4, 2026
14-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cape Town
From
$19,420
Price / day
$1,387
AmaCello
September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Dijon
From
$5,149
Price / day
$736
September 10, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Arles
From
$5,549
Price / day
$793
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Zambezi Queen
Average
$1,498 / day
VS
AmaCello
Average
$765 / day
AmaCello has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$765/day vs $1,498/day
About $733 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Zambezi Queen if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- Departing from Cape Town works for your plans.
Choose AmaCello if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Dijon and Arles works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Zambezi Queen.
Zambezi Queen vs AmaCello: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Zambezi Queen
Built in 2009
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCello
$765 / day
About $733 less per day
- Zambezi Queen is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaCello carries 112 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Zambezi Queen or AmaCello?
Zambezi Queen is newer. It was built in 2009, while AmaCello was built in 2008, making Zambezi Queen 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaCello has a passenger capacity of approximately 140, compared with 28 for Zambezi Queen.
Which ship is cheaper, Zambezi Queen or AmaCello?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCello has the lower average starting price per day at $765 per day versus $1,498 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Zambezi Queen sail?
The upcoming Zambezi Queen sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cape Town.
Where does AmaCello sail?
The upcoming AmaCello sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Dijon and Arles.
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