Explorer of the Seas
Explorer of the Seas measures 138,194 gross tons and carries 3,114 guests at double occupancy across 15 decks.
What Explorer of the Seas Is Like
Onboard, she carries The Perfect Storm waterslides, Rock climbing wall, Ice rink, Mini-golf, Sports court and Pickleball.
On the open decks, her pool deck takes in Main pool and Solarium pool (adults-only), the water attractions are The Perfect Storm: Typhoon and Cyclone and adults have Solarium.
Evenings run through Main Theater, Ice rink, Schooner Bar, R Bar and Crown & Kettle Pub.
Dining on Explorer of the Seas
Your fare covers the main dining room aboard Explorer of the Seas.
- Main dining — Main Dining Room (three levels), included
- Windjammer Marketplace — the buffet, included in your fare
- Complimentary casual — Sorrento’s Pizza, Café Promenade, Solarium Bistro and Park Café
- Specialty dining, extra cost — Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Table, Izumi, Chef’s Table and Johnny Rockets
What There Is To Do on Explorer of the Seas
Everything below is confirmed on Explorer of the Seas herself — not borrowed from her sister ships.
- The Perfect Storm waterslides
- Rock climbing wall
- Ice rink
- Mini-golf
- Sports court
- Pickleball
- Main Theater
- Ice rink
- Schooner Bar
- R Bar
- Crown & Kettle Pub
- Viking Crown Lounge
Explorer of the Seas is the kind of ship that rewards knowing what you booked. Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll tell you whether she fits.
Who Explorer of the Seas Suits
Explorer of the Seas runs supervised youth programmes with their own age bands, so children are in a group of roughly their own age rather than one catch-all room.
Adventure Ocean with Aquanauts, Explorers and Voyagers; teen spaces aboard.
Adults travelling without children have Solarium to retreat to.
- Adventure Ocean – Aquanauts — ages 3-5
- Adventure Ocean – Explorers — ages 6-8
- Adventure Ocean – Voyagers — ages 9-12
- Teen lounge — ages 13-17
Explorer of the Seas Questions, Answered
What restaurants are on Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas has specialty restaurants including Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Table, Izumi and Chef’s Table, which carry an extra charge. Her main dining room and the Windjammer Marketplace buffet are included in your fare. Complimentary casual spots include Sorrento’s Pizza, Café Promenade and Solarium Bistro.
Does Explorer of the Seas have a water slide?
Yes. Explorer of the Seas has The Perfect Storm: Typhoon and Cyclone.
Is Explorer of the Seas good for kids?
Explorer of the Seas runs supervised youth programmes: Adventure Ocean – Aquanauts (ages 3-5), Adventure Ocean – Explorers (ages 6-8), Adventure Ocean – Voyagers (ages 9-12) and Teen lounge (ages 13-17). Royal Babies & Tots Nursery, ages 6-36 months (drop-off sessions, extra cost).
What's included on Explorer of the Seas?
Your fare on Explorer of the Seas includes the main dining room, the Windjammer Marketplace buffet and Sorrento’s Pizza, Café Promenade and Solarium Bistro. Main-stage entertainment in the main theatre is included too. Specialty restaurants, spa treatments and some activities cost extra.
What is there to do on Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas offers The Perfect Storm waterslides, a rock climbing wall, an ice rink and mini-golf. Evening entertainment includes shows in the main theatre.
Does Explorer of the Seas have an adults-only area?
Yes. Explorer of the Seas has Solarium.
How many passengers does Explorer of the Seas hold?
Explorer of the Seas carries 3,114 guests at double occupancy.
How big is Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas measures 138,194 gross tons across 15 decks.
How old is Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas entered service in 2000.
What class of ship is Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship in the Royal Caribbean International fleet.
How many crew are on Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas sails with a crew of about 1,180, serving 3,114 guests.
Which ships are Explorer of the Seas's sister ships?
Explorer of the Seas shares her Voyager-class design with Voyager of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas, Navigator of the Seas and Mariner of the Seas.
Where does Explorer of the Seas sail?
Explorer of the Seas has recently sailed Caribbean and Mediterranean. Itineraries change by season — ask us for her current schedule.
Let’s Plan Your Cruise
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