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The Caribbean & Central America

Antigua Canopy Experience

CRUISES: Eastern Caribbean with Saint Barths

Discover Easter Caribbean & Grenadines

DEPARTS FROM : Antigua

This Antigua canopy tour is a unique, award-winning eco-tour through Antigua’s lush rainforest, where you will embark on an unforgettable 17-element journey through the verdant forest, high above the trees. After a local welcome drink, the excitement starts at the Old Pump House with a walk over a suspension bridge from the side of the building, which spans the gorge to the far bank. Once across the bridge, there is a journey of 12-zip lines through the forest which begins as you trail to the start of aerial zips, criss-crossing the gorge.

Includes: Canopy tour

Local guide

Welcome drink

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

Segway Fort Conquerors Tour

CRUISES: Eastern Caribbean with Saint Barths

Discover Easter Caribbean & Grenadines

DEPARTS FROM : Antigua

Travel back to a time in Antigua’s history when, in 1706, the British built one of their most impressive forts to protect the island against French invasion. Conquer the trail leading to this impressive structure, built with full masonic honors, as your Segway PT takes you securely down a path of history (after a full orientation).

You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to manoeuvre this phenomenon of motion as it carries you through the large wooden gates of Fort James, where the spectacular sight of the Caribbean Sea awaits. After conquering the fort, embark on an adventure cruising by miles of beach in minutes on your zero-emissions Segway, as your knowledgeable and fun guide fills you in on interesting facts about the area.

Includes: Coach transfer

Segway ride

Local guide

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

The Baths Discovery

CRUISES: British Virgin Islands & French West Indies

West Indies Islands Hopping

Hidden Charms of the Caribbean

Discover the Caribbean in Depth

DEPARTS FROM : Virgin Gorda

Board an open-air safari bus at the tender dock for a 30-minute ride across Gorda Peak, enjoying the glorious views before arriving at the ‘Top of the Baths’—the highlight of Virgin Gorda in the famous national park renowned as ‘The Baths’. Follow your local guide and explore the boulders as they lead you down the trail to the beach, challenging your imagination as to the origin of these fascinating rock formations. Roam through the intricate network of trails and boulders to discover hidden caves and sea pools. Swim, snorkel, and bask in the sun at your leisure, enjoying the natural beauty and tranquility amidst the coconut palms and the sea grapes.

Includes: Coach transfer Boat ride

Snorkeling equipment

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair or for guests with mobility issues.

SNORKEL AT ‘THE DOGS’

CRUISES: British Virgin Islands & French West Indies

West Indies Islands Hopping

Hidden Charms of the Caribbean

Discover the Caribbean in Depth

DEPARTS FROM : Virgin Gorda

Enjoy an exhilarating 15-minute ride from your ship to two of Virgin Gorda’s prime snorkeling sites—Savannah Bay and Trunk Bay (or ‘the Dogs’). Embark on a fun ride on the snorkel boat and enjoy the opportunities to interact with the flora and fauna of these famed waters. Snorkel with our experienced snorkeling master and view the wet wonderland of colorful coral formations, exotic fish, and abundant marine life. Afterwards, a complimentary tropical fruit punch will be served before your return to the ship.

Includes: Local guide Boat ride

Snorkeling equipment

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair or for guests with mobility issues.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

Snorkel To Sandy Spit

CRUISES: British Virgin Islands & French West Indies

West Indies Islands Hopping

Discover the Caribbean in Depth

DEPARTS FROM : Jost van Dyke

Board a motor snorkel boat and cruise throughout the Jost van Dyke collection of islands. Your vessel will anchor off Sandy Spit, where you can snorkel and swim over a fascinating reef. Then, it’s anchors away as you set sail for Diamond Cay—a secluded bay nestling in the lee of Little Jost. Swim and snorkel directly off the boat before returning to your yacht’s anchorage.

Includes: Boat ride

Snorkeling equipment

Local refreshments

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair or for guests with mobility issues.

SNORKEL AT THE CAVES & THE INDIANS

CRUISES: British Virgin Islands & French West Indies

DEPARTS FROM : Norman Island

Meet at the tender dock and enjoy a scenic 20-minute ride around Peter Island and Norman Island to one of the B.V.I.’s prime snorkeling sites. An experienced Instructor will escort you as you snorkel at a site in the uninhabited and legendary Norman Island. The reputed history of piracy on this island is immortalized in Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous book, Treasure Island. Snorkel in pristine surroundings at the Indians or the Caves at Treasure Point, where pirate treasure is said to have been hidden! Relocate to a second site for more swimming and snorkeling in shallower waters before returning back to the yacht at Norman Island.

Alternative snorkeling locations may be selected according to sea and weather conditions.

Includes: Boat ride

Local refreshments

Snorkeling equipment

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair or for guests with mobility issues.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

Colombia

RUM & CHOCOLATE TASTING

CRUISES: Southern Caribbean Delights & Panama Canal

Discover Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Cartagena

Enjoy views of San Felipe Fortress, a military fortress situated outside the walled city—the most outstanding feat of Spanish military engineering in the New World.

In the city center, walk along atmospheric streets, take in the charm of the Spanish colonial architecture. View old merchant’s houses, flower-bedecked balconies, stunning civic buildings, and beautiful churches. The squares are lined by cafés and restaurants, where Colombians and visitors alike relax and enjoy this amazing city.

Taste some of the finest rums from Colombia in a private venue. The rum (which is produced from sugarcane byproducts) is a common drink in Colombia and has been awarded several accolades. The rich marriage of rum and chocolate has always been a beautiful one, and your sommelier will combine the rum with some of Colombia’s most delightful chocolates.

Cartagena Culinary Experience

CRUISES: Southern Caribbean Delights & Panama Canal

DEPARTS FROM : Cartagena

On arrival, plunge into an enthralling experience—a full engagement of the senses. As you are shepherded through this captivating city by an expert guide, you will spy an abundance of food and spices, including fish, meat, mountains of dill and cilantro, and endless rows of fruits and vegetables. It was here that Anthony Bourdain investigated the prolific offerings of produce and meats.

After your marketplace exploration, take the short transfer to Carmen, arguably Cartagena’s best restaurant, where you will be treated to a fresh exotic fruit juice on arrival and meet the expert chef who will lead the cooking demonstration in this specially-designed kitchen. They will also assist you in creating a typical local dish, which will be on the menu for your delectable lunch.

Includes: Coach transfer

Visit to San Felipe Fortress

Welcome drink

Rum tasting with chocolate pairing

Fitness level: Easy

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local refreshments

Traditional lunch

Fitness level: Moderate

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

Comprehensive Cartagena

CRUISES: Southern Caribbean Delights & Panama Canal

Discover Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Cartagena

You’ll first visit, San Felipe Fortress, a military fortress situated outside Cartagena. You’ll be met by two ‘Palenqueras’—local Afro-Colombian women from the Palenque community. Try one the traditional sweets they offer and take a few pictures with them before you’re driven to the historic neighborhood of Getsemani. During a guided stroll, enjoy fresh fruit juice on a charming rooftop with views of the bay.

You’ll then head to San Pedro Claver Cloister monastery and museum. Built in homage to the protector of slaves, it serves as reminder of the turbulent past of the Americas. Appreciate the charm of the city’s architecture, some of the most impressive and well-preserved in Central America, viewing stunning buildings and beautiful churches. Continue to La Marina Park to rejoin your coach and enjoy the panoramic views of the modern Bocagrande neighborhood on the return to your yacht.

CATAMARAN, DOLPHIN WATCHING & BEACH

CRUISES: Coastal Adventures: Costa Rica and Panama

Discover the Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Golfito

Costa Rica’s seas are home to biologically diverse marine habitats. The best place to observe these magnificent mammals is in the South Pacific waters off the Osa Peninsula, where pods of dolphins swim in tropical waters! Other sightings in the area may include manta rays, turtles, schools of tuna, and billfish.

Your dolphin-watching tour is enhanced by the informative commentary of a trained naturalist guide. You’ll learn about the biology, behavior, and habits of the wildlife you spot as you sail.

The photographic opportunities on a dolphin-watching tour are phenomenal! With the vessel at rest, you can snap away while listening stories about the Pacific Ocean’s ecosystem narrated by your guide.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local guide

Visit San Felice Fortress

Traditional refreshments

Fitness level: Moderate

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

Includes: Local guide

Local refreshments

Dolphin-watching tour by catamaran

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair and must be pre-booked.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

Costa Rica

NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE CASCADES & SIGHTSEEING

CRUISES: Coastal Adventures: Costa Rica and Panama

Discover the Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Golfito

The National Wildlife Refuge of Golfito shares special characteristics with the town of the same name is at its borders. The mass of flora and fauna found here is considered the northern-most habitat for many species found in the southern part of the continent, and many of these species are endemic.

The first portion of your tour will be an easy through a fragile yet spectacular ecosystem, surrounded by a peaceful atmosphere. After this easy walk, you will enjoy a tropical fruit buffet to regain energy before you continue on your journey. Keep your eyes open and your camera ready, as monkeys, iguanas, and many species of bird are very common in the area. Finally, a refreshing cascade will be waiting for you.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local guide

Local refreshments

Entrance fee

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair and must be pre-booked.

PRE-COLOMBIAN STONE SPHERES AT A UNESCO SITE

CRUISES: Coastal Adventures: Costa Rica and Panama

Discover the Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Golfito

Visit Finca 6, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site and one of the four archaeological collections of unique pre-Colombian stone spheres located in chiefdom. There are four archaeological sites located in the Diquís Delta in southern Costa Rica, considered unique examples of the complex social, economic, and political systems of the period between 500–1500 AD.

Here you’ll witness a collection of stone spheres, whose meaning, use, and production remain largely a mystery. The spheres are distinctive for their perfection, quantity, size, and density.

Some expert theories suggest that the spheres are aligned with the stars and served as monumental compasses. Local lore tells that these spheres were the playthings of the gods to control the weather, but the truth remains unknown.

After this amazing encounter with the past, replenish with a savory Costa Rican lunch before returning to the pier.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local guide

Lunch at local restaurant

Local refreshments

Entrance to Finca 6

Fitness level: Moderate

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair and must be pre-booked.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

EXTRAVAGANZA OF RAINFOREST & TRADITIONS

CRUISES: Coastal Adventures: Costa Rica and Panama

Discover the Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Quepos

Travel through the beautiful Costa Rican countryside to the Esquipulas Rain Forest, a beautiful private nature reserve located about 50 minutes away from Quepos. Search the forest with your camera in hand and discover between branches and leaves the secrets of the wildlife in this amazing area. Have your senses ready to hear the songs of the different species of birds, and even catch sight of them if you are lucky enough! Toucans, hummingbirds, monkeys, and other small mammals reside here.

After this unforgettable encounter with nature, learn more about Costa Rica, followed by an introduction to one of the most important crops in the local economy—coffee.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local guide

Entrance to Esquipulas Rainforest

Traditional lunch

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair and must be pre-booked.

HORSEBACK RIDING & BBQ

CRUISES: Coastal Adventures: Costa Rica and Panama

Discover the Southern Caribbean & Central America

DEPARTS FROM : Quepos

This is an excursion for adrenaline lovers. You will be picked up at La Marina to start your horseback riding tour. During a short drive to Londres—where the tour starts—your guide will give you an interesting briefing about the history of Quepos. Once you reach Londres, you will set foot on a picturesque property. You will receive riding instructions, safety tips, and practice time, before heading out to explore the rainforest. This tour will allow you to uncover the exotic secrets that lie within this secondary rainforest as you ride your horse through the mountains. Your ride will be highlighted by amazing valley views, verdant vegetation, and numerous wildlife species such as birds and reptiles. Before your tour ends, you’ll see views of a waterfall where you’ll have a chance to rest before heading back for a beer and Costa Rican BBQ.

Includes: Coach transfer

Local guide

Entrance to Manuel Antonio

National Park

Riding equipment

Costa Rican style BBQ

Fitness level: Moderate

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair and must be pre-booked.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager. Please enquire for prices

Blue Escape Kayaking

CRUISES: Eastern Caribbean with Saint Barths

Discover Eastern Caribbean & Grenadines

DEPARTS FROM : Terre-de-Haut, Îles des Saintes

Explore the pristine turquoise waters of Les Saintes during an eco-friendly excursion aboard a clear-bottom kayak. After a safety briefing, begin your guided kayaking tour with your instructor along the most beautiful spot, Le Pain de Sucre.

Paddle along the crystal-clear waters and discover the exquisite seabed, tropical fish, and other marine life.

Includes: Transfer to Le Pain de Sucre

Kayaking instructor

Refreshments

Fitness level: Active

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair.

Snorkeling Tour

CRUISES: Eastern Caribbean with Saint Barths

Discover Eastern Caribbean & Grenadines

Discover Eastern Caribbean & Grenadines

Discover the Caribbean in Depth

DEPARTS FROM : Terre-de-Haut, Îles des Saintes

Admire the tropical beauty of Isles des Saintes with this panoramic sightseeing and snorkeling excursion.

Boat ride and sail along the beautiful bay, passing by Ilet Cabrit, Terre de Bas, Ilet Redonde, Grand Ilet, Ilet de la Coche, and Ilets Les Augustins. Then, stop for a guided snorkeling session in the warm, crystal-clear waters near to Pain de Sucre.

Relax with a complimentary drink during the short ride back to the pier.

Includes: Boat

Local guide

Refreshments

Snorkel gear

Fitness level: Moderate

Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests in a wheelchair or with mobility issues.

For full excursion details and to book, call us before you travel or contact your on board Shore Excursion Manager.

Please enquire for prices

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