Two Explora Journeys ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Explora III (2026) is the newer ship by 2 years versus Explora II (2024). Explora III is the larger hull at 72,810 GT (~14% bigger).
| Spec | Explora II | Explora III |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2024 | 2026 |
| Tonnage | 63,900 GT | 72,810 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 922 | 922 |
| Guests (max) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Explora II has one thing the other doesn't: Self-service laundry.
Hulls carrying 600 to 998 guests offer 54 to 79 gross tons per passenger, ban formal nights, and guarantee private two-top tables at dinner.
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