AIDAprima is a 3,300-guest AIDA Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2016. This page lists 156 upcoming departures across 55 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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A large ship at 125,572 gross tons — #93 of 566 ships we track. 38 tons of ship per guest.
Currently on: Westeuropa-Highlights ab Hamburg 3 (11 nights) — En route to Funchal/Madeira — last stop Lissabon
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
AIDAprima is a 2016-built AIDA Cruises ship designed around indoor-outdoor public spaces and an active, family-oriented resort atmosphere. Its 18 decks include the covered Beach Club, the Four Elements activity area, a large spa, multiple pools, and a broad mix of dining venues. Accommodation ranges from interior and ocean-view cabins to veranda cabins, suites, and premium suites. The ship is particularly suited to travelers who value casual German-language cruising, plentiful onboard activity, and weather-protected leisure spaces.
Four Elements combines a climbing garden, the four-deck Racer waterslide, and a children’s water-play area beneath a retractable foil roof. The aft Skywalk and Lanai Bar provide sea views, while eligible suite and panorama-cabin guests have access to the Patiodeck with two infinity pools.
Four Elements offers a climbing garden, Racer double waterslide, and a dedicated children’s water-play zone. The Fuego buffet restaurant includes a children’s buffet where younger guests can assemble pizza and pasta.
The ship has a 3,100 m² spa area and six pools. Its covered Beach Club provides an all-weather pool-and-lounging environment beneath a transparent roof.
AIDA offers barrier-reduced cabin options on AIDAprima, including accessible veranda and ocean-view cabin categories with features such as emergency-call switches. Travelers needing specific accommodations are asked by the line to complete its accessibility questionnaire before sailing.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries equipped AIDAprima with its Mitsubishi Air Lubrication System, intended to reduce hull friction and improve fuel efficiency. During a 2026 Rotterdam drydock, AIDA reported installation of a biocide-free underwater coating intended to improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
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| Category | Type | Size | Balcony | Sleeps | Decks |
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| InnenkabineBooking codes IA and IB. | Inside | 161–172 sq ft | — | 4 | 4, 5, 8–15 |
| MeerblickkabineBooking codes MA, MB, MC and MD. | Oceanview | 237–248 sq ft | — | 4 | 4, 5, 8–15 |
| VerandakabineBooking codes VH and VG. | Balcony | 161–215 sq ft | — | 4 | 5, 8–15 |
| Verandakabine KomfortBooking codes VA, VB, VC, VD, VE and VF; some variants have separate toilet and shower or a walk-in wardrobe. | Balcony | 215 sq ft | — | 4 | 5, 8–15 |
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| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Mediterranean | 2 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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AIDAprima is registered in Italy. Some older references still list Italy (Genoa).
AIDAprima carries about 3,300 guests with roughly 900 crew.
AIDAprima entered service in 2016 and was last refurbished in 2026.
At 125,572 gross tons and 300 m long, AIDAprima is a large ship — larger than 83% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
The buffet restaurants East, Bella Donna, Markt and Weite Welt, along with Fuego Restaurant and Pier 3 Market, are included. Specialty venues such as Casa Nova, French Kiss, Brauhaus, Rossini, Buffalo Steak House and Sushi Bar generally cost extra.
AIDA uses a relaxed casual dress style. Swimwear is not appropriate in restaurants, and individual specialty venues may apply additional clothing requirements.
Selected drinks are included with meals in the buffet restaurants. Bars and specialty venues charge for drinks unless covered by a relevant beverage package or suite benefit.
Wi-Fi and internet access are available onboard, with access and charges depending on the internet package selected.
Yes. The ship has a Kids Club, Mini Club, Wave Club Teens Lounge, Fuego Restaurant and the Four Elements activity area with pools and water attractions.
AIDAprima has accessible cabins, accessible public toilets and lift access to passenger areas. A pool lift is available for the pool area.
