Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wonder is one of Disney's 8 active ships and first entered service in 1999 with its most recent renovation in 2023. In terms of size, it comes in at 84,130 gross tons, 964 feet in length, and 11 passenger decks. On board, it supports up to 2,713 guests and approximately 945 crew members. The ship had an estimated build cost of $350 million and is flagged in Bahamas.
Ship Stats
Year Built
1999
Last Renovated
2023
Tonnage
84,130 GT
Length
964 ft
Capacity
2,713
Crew
945
Cost
$350 million
Decks
11
Magic Class groups ships with similar design and onboard features within Disney. The first ship introduced in this class was Disney Magic (1998), followed by Disney Wonder (1999).
Disney Wonder entered service in 1999. Across Disney's active fleet, the average build year is 2015 and across all major active cruise lines the average ship launch year is 2011. Ranked newest-to-oldest, this ship is 7 of 8 (newest ship = rank 1).
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Current ship
Latest recorded dry dock / major renovation date: 2023.
Renovation details
The Disney Wonder was last renovated in November 2023 during a dry dock before its Australia/New Zealand season from Sydney and Auckland. This update included refreshed interiors with new carpeting and upholstery, technical maintenance to its diesel-electric systems, and a hull repaint in Disney’s livery. The Soul Cat Lounge was added, themed after Soul, enhancing its entertainment options. These changes kept the ship vibrant for its Pacific and Alaskan routes without major structural alterations. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in August 2026. The Disney Wonder will undergo its next major refurbishment in August 2026, with work scheduled to take place just before its return to service in the Pacific. Past renovations have introduced the Frozen, A Musical Spectacular stage show and the Tiana’s Place restaurant; the 2026 dry dock will prioritize "backstage" efficiency in the galleys and a reimagined flow for the Beach Blanket Buffet. These updates are paired with a fleet-wide "soft" renovation that includes replacing every inch of carpeting and upgrading all guest mattresses to ensure the classic ship feels as premium as the newer builds.
Length and tonnage across Disney's fleet
Disney Wonder measures 964 feet (294 m) (vs Disney fleet average of 1,082 ft) and has gross tonnage of 84,130 GT (vs fleet average of 133,435 GT). It ranks 8 of 8 by length and 7 of 8 by tonnage in Disney's active fleet.
Disney Wonder vs Disney fleet averages
Disney Wonder carries 2,713 passengers (vs Disney average of 3,485) and has 945 crew members onboard (vs fleet average of 1,253). That puts this ship at a passenger-to-staff ratio of 2.87:1 compared with Disney's overall 2.78:1 average.
Passenger Capacity
2,713
passengers
Crew Members
945
staff members
2.87 : 1
Disney Avg
2.78 : 1
Disney Wonder
Explore dining, bars, activities, and onboard experiences available on Wonder.
Deck 9buffet
Decks 9 & 10cafe
Deck 4main dining room
Deck 3main dining room
Deck 9quick eats
Deck 9quick eats
Deck 9quick eats
Deck 9quick eats
Deck 4quick eats
Deck 9quick eats
Deck 10specialty
Deck 9sweetsThe Disney Wonder has a total of 11 passenger decks. The lowest level available to guests is Deck 1. The highest passenger deck is Deck 11. Click below to access deck plans for the Disney Wonder. The resulting page will provide a floor plan and summary of all things to do offered on that level of the ship.
Disney Wonder quick answers covering size, capacity, deck plans, and what to expect onboard.
You will find the Disney Wonder buffet on Deck 9 of the ship.
The Disney Wonder was last renovated in November 2023 during a dry dock before its Australia/New Zealand season from Sydney and Auckland. This update included refreshed interiors with new carpeting and upholstery, technical maintenance to its diesel-electric systems, and a hull repaint in Disney’s livery. The Soul Cat Lounge was added, themed after Soul, enhancing its entertainment options. These changes kept the ship vibrant for its Pacific and Alaskan routes without major structural alterations. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in August 2026. The Disney Wonder will undergo its next major refurbishment in August 2026, with work scheduled to take place just before its return to service in the Pacific. Past renovations have introduced the Frozen, A Musical Spectacular stage show and the Tiana’s Place restaurant; the 2026 dry dock will prioritize "backstage" efficiency in the galleys and a reimagined flow for the Beach Blanket Buffet. These updates are paired with a fleet-wide "soft" renovation that includes replacing every inch of carpeting and upgrading all guest mattresses to ensure the classic ship feels as premium as the newer builds.
The ship belongs to the Disney class of ships known as the Magic class.
The ship features 13 restaurants, 7 bars, 29 activities, 0 shows and 10 other venues for your enjoyment. You can click on our ship deck plans or details pages for a full list of activities, sorted by feature type.
The Disney Wonder has a total of 11 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 1. The upper most passenger deck is Level 11.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the Disney Wonder. The ship's capacity is 2,713. When comparing the occupancy to the average Disney passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 3,928 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live Disney ships.
The Disney Wonder was built in 1999. Disney includes 8 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 1998 while the newest ship was built in 2026. The average Disney ship is 11 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2022
Each of Disney's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the Disney Wonder is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.
From end to end, the Disney Wonder length equals 964 feet (294 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 8 active vessels in Disney fleet, measuring 1,082 feet (330 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.