Swan Hellenic vs Quark Expeditions — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
SH Vega (2022) is the newer ship by 3 years versus World Explorer (2019). SH Vega is the larger hull at 10,617 GT (~14% bigger). SH Vega sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (152 vs 172).
| Spec | SH Vega | World Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2022 | 2019 |
| Tonnage | 10,617 GT | 9,300 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 152 | 172 |
| Guests (max) | 152 | 200 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.