Two Quark Expeditions ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Ultramarine (2020) is the newer ship by 1 year versus World Explorer (2019). Ultramarine is the larger hull at 13,500 GT (~45% bigger). World Explorer sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (172 vs 199).
| Spec | Ultramarine | World Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2020 | 2019 |
| Tonnage | 13,500 GT | 9,300 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 199 | 172 |
| Guests (max) | 200 | 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.