September 4, 2026
9-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cape Town
From
$14,470
Price / day
$1,608
Zambezi Queen|AmaVerde
Zambezi Queen vs AmaVerde
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaVerde
Built in 2011
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaVerde
$711 / day
$787 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Zambezi Queen vs AmaVerde: Quick Comparison
AmaVerde is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2011, it is 2 years newer than Zambezi Queen, which entered service in 2009. AmaVerde also carries 132 more passengers. Zambezi Queen has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaVerde has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaVerde 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 | AmaVerde |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2011Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 28 | 160 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 45.72 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 14 | 80 |
Key Differences: Zambezi Queen vs AmaVerde
Age
AmaVerde was built in 2011, making it 2 years newer than Zambezi Queen, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaVerde carries up to 160 passengers compared with 28 aboard Zambezi Queen, a difference of 132 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Zambezi Queen (Africa) and AmaVerde (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaVerde has the lower average starting price per day at $711 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.
AmaVerde
Gems of Southeast Europe
- Departure Port
- Giurgiu
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Giurgiu
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Rousse
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Vidin
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Iron Gates
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Belgrade
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Vukovar
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Mohács
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Budapest
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
AmaVerde
September 7, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Giurgiu
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
September 7, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Giurgiu
From
$8,199
Price / day
$586
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Zambezi Queen
Average
$1,498 / day
VS
AmaVerde
Average
$711 / day
AmaVerde has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$711/day vs $1,498/day
About $787 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 ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- Departing from Cape Town works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaVerde.
Choose AmaVerde if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Giurgiu works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Zambezi Queen vs AmaVerde: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaVerde
Built in 2011
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaVerde
$711 / day
About $787 less per day
- AmaVerde is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaVerde carries 132 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Zambezi Queen or AmaVerde?
AmaVerde is newer. It was built in 2011, while Zambezi Queen was built in 2009, making AmaVerde 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaVerde has a passenger capacity of approximately 160, compared with 28 for Zambezi Queen.
Which ship is cheaper, Zambezi Queen or AmaVerde?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaVerde has the lower average starting price per day at $711 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 AmaVerde sail?
The upcoming AmaVerde sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Giurgiu.
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