Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Emerald Kaia
Heritage Adventurer
Gross Tonnage
Emerald Kaia
5,300 GT
Heritage Adventurer
4,200 GT
Length
Emerald Kaia
110 m
Heritage Adventurer
92 m
Beam
Emerald Kaia
17 m
Heritage Adventurer
15 m
Passengers
Emerald Kaia
100
Heritage Adventurer
140
Crew
Emerald Kaia
72
Heritage Adventurer
75
Decks
Emerald Kaia
—
Heritage Adventurer
5
Year Built
Emerald Kaia
2,024
Heritage Adventurer
1,991
Space Ratio
Emerald Kaia
53.0 GT/pax
Heritage Adventurer
30.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Emerald Kaia
1.39 :1
Heritage Adventurer
1.87 :1
| Specification | Emerald Kaia | Heritage Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Scenic Luxury Cruises | Heritage Expeditions |
| Class | Yacht | Expedition |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,024Winner | 1,991 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 5,300 GTWinner | 4,200 GT |
| Length | 110 mWinner | 92 m |
| Beam | 17 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 100 | 140Winner |
| Crew | 72 | 75Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 53.0 GT/paxWinner | 30.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.39:1Winner | 1.87:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Halong | Kvaerner Kleven |
| Flag | Bahamas | New Zealand |
| IMO Number | 9820815 | 8802087 |
Emerald Kaia
53 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.4:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
Heritage Adventurer
Comfortable atmosphere for two
1.9:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Good value for money
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
We may earn a commission from partner bookings at no extra cost to you.
15 m |
| Draft | — | — |
| Decks | — | 5 |
.jpg%26w%3D400&w=3840&q=75)
_(48487273291).jpg%26w%3D400&w=3840&q=75)
