Two Silversea Cruises ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Silver Moon (2020) is the newer ship by 19 years versus Silver Whisper (2001). Silver Moon is the larger hull at 40,700 GT (~44% bigger). Silver Whisper sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (388 vs 596).
| Spec | Silver Moon | Silver Whisper |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2020 | 2001 |
| Tonnage | 40,700 GT | 28,258 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 596 | 388 |
| Guests (max) | 596 | 392 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Silver Moon has one thing the other doesn't: Accessible pool lift.
Silver Whisper has one thing the other doesn't: Wheelchair rentals.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.