Norwegian Prima: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
Prima represents NCL's attempt at a more upscale, smaller ship (by NCL standards). At 3,219 passengers, it's notably less crowded than NCL's mega-ships. CDC score of 97 is solid. The Indulge Food Hall and redesigned public spaces show NCL is trying to shed its party-ship image.
The ship looks stunning but has drawn some criticism for nickel-and-diming on amenities that competitors include. Norwegian's $20/day gratuity also hurts the value equation.
**Who it's for:** NCL fans who want something more refined. Couples and adults who appreciate smaller crowds. Anyone drawn to the ship's striking design.
**Who should skip it:** Families who need more kids' programming. Budget cruisers put off by NCL's pricing structure.
Score History
Inspection History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Norwegian Prima.
Total outbreaks on record: 0
Safety score last updated: Feb 20, 2026
How Does This Compare?
USCG Deficiency Records
No USCG deficiencies on record.
Marine Casualties & Investigations
No marine casualties or investigations on record.
Crime Rate Context
Norwegian Crime Rate
Based on DOT CVSSA quarterly crime reports, Norwegian has a crime rate roughly in line with the industry average. This score applies to all ships in the fleet. Crime Score: 85/100.
Environmental Rating: B
Making Effort
Score Breakdown
Friends of the Earth Report Card
USCG Environmental Compliance
✓ Clean environmental compliance record — no MARPOL deficiencies on file.
Crew Treatment: Fair Passage
This score reflects how Norwegian treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the Norwegian fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 3.5Based on 2,027 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
Norwegian Prima is registered under a Paris MOU White List flag state — the highest safety and compliance tier. Flag State Score: 100/100
Upcoming Sailings
| Voyage | Departs | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days, round-trip Caribbean Round-trip Orlando Port Canaveral Great Stirrup Cay Cozumel | Mar 15 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip Caribbean Round-trip Orlando Port Canaveral Great Stirrup Cay Cozumel | Mar 22 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip Caribbean Round-trip Orlando Port Canaveral Great Stirrup Cay Cozumel | Mar 29 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip Caribbean Round-trip Orlando Port Canaveral Great Stirrup Cay Cozumel | Apr 5 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip Caribbean Round-trip Orlando Port Canaveral Great Stirrup Cay Cozumel | Apr 12 | 7N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Norwegian Prima is 98/100 as of December 7, 2025.
No, the Norwegian Prima has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Norwegian Prima has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
Based on CDC inspection data and our editorial review, the Norwegian Prima has a ShipTea rating of "🟢 Smooth Sailing". Check the full profile for detailed inspection history.
The Norwegian Prima was last inspected by the CDC on December 7, 2025.