Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Aqua

Capacity

3,571 passengers

Built

2025

Norwegian's newest Prima Plus-class ship, sailing Caribbean and Bermuda itineraries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norwegian Aqua's CDC sanitation score?+

CruiseAware displays Norwegian Aqua's most recent CDC Vessel Sanitation Program score here, with the source labeled. The CDC's Inspection Query Tool has the authoritative inspection history.

What does a CDC VSP score mean?+

CDC inspectors score ships 0–100 on food handling, water systems, hygiene practices, and pest management. A score of 86 or above is passing, and newer ships like Norwegian Aqua typically score well.

How new is Norwegian Aqua?+

Norwegian Aqua is the first of NCL's Prima Plus class, debuting in 2025 with capacity for roughly 3,600 guests. Newer ships benefit from the latest sanitation and air-handling designs.

Source Citations & Review History

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Last verified by CruiseAware: June 25, 2026