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Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Aqua is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship of the Prima Plus class, in service since 2025. She measures 156,300 gross tons and carries 3,565 guests with a crew of 1,597. She sails Caribbean, Bahamas itineraries.
About Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Aqua is the first Prima Plus-class ship, a larger development of the Prima design at about 156,300 gross tons with 3,565 guests at double occupancy. Fincantieri built her at Marghera, Italy; she made her inaugural voyage in Europe in March 2025 and was christened in Miami that April. Her signature attraction is the Aqua Slidecoaster, a cross between a rollercoaster and a waterslide, alongside the Glow Court sports floor, Indulge Food Hall and the Vibe Beach Club. She sails seven-day Caribbean round trips from Miami in winter and from Port Canaveral in spring and summer.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Bahamasshort trips from Florida, often with a day on a line's private island
Home port: Miami, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Norwegian Aqua sails from Miami, Florida. The airport is Miami International (MIA), with 10 lounges to wait in before you board.
- American Airlines Flagship LoungeMIA Concourse D4.9 ★
- American Airlines Admirals Club (D15)MIA Concourse D4.7 ★
- LATAM VIP LoungeMIA Concourse J4.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Norwegian Aqua?
Norwegian Aqua is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line and belongs to its Prima Plus class.
How big is Norwegian Aqua?
Norwegian Aqua measures 156,300 gross tons and 322 metres in length.
How crowded does Norwegian Aqua feel?
Norwegian Aqua has a passenger space ratio of 43.8: 156,300 gross tons for 3,565 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Norwegian Aqua feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Norwegian Aqua carry?
Norwegian Aqua carries 3,565 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,597 (about 2.2 guests per crew member).
When did Norwegian Aqua enter service?
Norwegian Aqua entered service in 2025.
Where does Norwegian Aqua sail?
Norwegian Aqua sails Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries. Her home port is Miami, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Norwegian Aqua?
Norwegian Aqua sails from Miami, Florida. Fly into Miami International (MIA), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Norwegian Aqua?
Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Norwegian Aqua; this page links to Deck plans.
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