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Mariner of the Seas vs Navigator of the Seas
- Navigator of the Seas is the bigger ship: 139,999 gross tons vs 139,863, about 0% larger.
- Mariner of the Seas is newer (2003) than Navigator of the Seas (2002).
- Navigator of the Seas carries more guests: 3,368 vs 3,344 (double occupancy).
- Navigator of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.73 guests per crew member vs 2.79).
| Mariner of the Seas | Navigator of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Voyager Class | Voyager Class |
| Entered service | 2003 ● | 2002 |
| Gross tonnage | 139,863 | 139,999 ● |
| Guests | 3,344 (double occupancy) | 3,368 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 1,200 | 1,232 ● |
| Guests per crew member | 2.79 | 2.73 ● |
| Decks | 15 | 15 |
| Staterooms | 1,675 | 1,694 ● |
| Length | 1,020 ft (310 m) | 1,020 ft (310 m) |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Mariner of the Seas, Navigator of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
Features only one ship lists
Mariner of the Seas: Laser tag, Sky Pad bungee trampoline
From each ship's official fact sheet.
FAQ
Which is bigger, Mariner of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Navigator of the Seas is the bigger ship: 139,999 gross tons vs 139,863, about 0% larger.
Which is newer, Mariner of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Mariner of the Seas is newer (2003) than Navigator of the Seas (2002).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Mariner of the Seas: 3,344 (double occupancy). Navigator of the Seas: 3,368 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Navigator of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.73 guests per crew member vs 2.79), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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