Two Aurora Expeditions ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Sylvia Earle (2022) is the newer ship by 3 years versus Greg Mortimer (2019). Sylvia Earle is the larger hull at 8,076 GT (~1% bigger). Greg Mortimer sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (126 vs 130).
| Spec | Greg Mortimer | Sylvia Earle |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2019 | 2022 |
| Tonnage | 8,035 GT | 8,076 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 126 | 130 |
| Guests (max) | 140 | 140 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.