Celebrity Xploration
Celebrity Xploration at a glance
Celebrity Xploration is a Celebrity Cruises cruise ship in the Galapagos Islands Expedition Ship (Motor Catamaran) class. It entered service in 2007 (19 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2024. It carries 16 passengers and 12 crew, about 1.3 passengers per crew member. At 319 gross tons and 30 m (98 ft) long, it is a yacht-size ship with 3 decks and 8 cabins. It was built by Botto Astilleros y Marina (Guayaquil, Ecuador) and sails under the flag of Ecuador.
The Celebrity Xploration is a small expedition vessel operated by Celebrity Cruises, carrying just 16 passengers and 12 crew members across three decks. Built by Botto Astilleros y Marina in Guayaquil, Ecuador, this intimate ship is designed for exploration-focused itineraries where size and maneuverability matter.
With its minimal passenger capacity, the Celebrity Xploration provides a more personalized cruising experience compared to the line's larger contemporary vessels, making it well-suited for travelers seeking access to remote destinations and close-knit onboard communities.
Celebrity Xploration specs
- Built
- 2007
- Refurbished
- 2024
- Gross Tonnage
- 319 GT
- Length
- 30 m
- Passengers
- 16
- Cabins
- 8
- Crew
- 12
- Decks
- 3
- Builder
- Botto Astilleros y Marina (Guayaquil, Ecuador)
- Flag
- Ecuador
- Age
- 19 years old
- Size
- Yacht
- Space Ratio
- 19.9 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 1.3:1
- Fleet Rank
- 16th largest of 19
🏊 Recreation
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Celebrity Xploration FAQ
How many passengers does Celebrity Xploration carry?
Celebrity Xploration carries 16 passengers in 8 cabins. It has 12 crew, about 1.3 passengers per crew member.
When was Celebrity Xploration built and how old is it?
Celebrity Xploration entered service in 2007, so it is 19 years old. It was last refurbished in 2024.
How big is Celebrity Xploration?
Celebrity Xploration is 319 gross tons and 30 m (98 ft) long, with 3 decks. That makes it a yacht-size ship.
How many crew work on Celebrity Xploration?
Celebrity Xploration has 12 crew.
What class of ship is Celebrity Xploration?
Celebrity Xploration belongs to the Galapagos Islands Expedition Ship (Motor Catamaran) class.
Which cruise line operates Celebrity Xploration?
Celebrity Xploration is operated by Celebrity Cruises.
Where was Celebrity Xploration built?
Celebrity Xploration was built by Botto Astilleros y Marina (Guayaquil, Ecuador).
Cruises on Celebrity Xploration
No upcoming cruises found for this ship.