Caribbean Cruises: Excursions

Departing the pier you’ll be transferred to the Yacht Club, whereupon arrival, you’ll board a motor cruiser for a scenic and refreshing cruise out to the Stingray City Sandbar where you’ll have an opportunity to play and interact with a family of friendly southern stingrays. Note: Tour may run in reverse order. less

Relax during your short drive to the world-famous Dunn’s River Falls where you’ll climb 600 feet of cool refreshing water as it cascades over natural limestone terraces. Guides are provided to assist you when ascending the rushing waters as they plunge directly into the pristine Caribbean Sea. After this invigorating experience you’re transported to Dolphin Cove where you are met by friendly hostesses and given a complimentary fruit drink. This unique cove surrounded by lush tropical jungle is home to our beautiful family of bottlenose dolphins, exotic birds, snakes and iguanas. There you can enjoy watching the dolphins at play in their natural habitat, the Caribbean Sea. Visit Little Port Royal, a replica of Jamaica's most famous pirate 'haunt' and witness pirates roaming through town. Browse through the largest gift shops of any attraction in Jamaica, stocked with the widest range of dolphin souvenirs, and visit our jewelry store and craft market for locally hand crafted items. Listen to the rhythms of the Caribbean music and sample the world-famous Blue Mountain Coffee and liquors at our very own 'Starbucaneers'. Have your hair braided and watch our local fashion show. Learn about our Jamaican culture and enjoy the amenities. At the conclusion of your tour you’ll have the option of being dropped-off at a local shopping plaza for shopping time at your leisure and then make your own way back to your ship. Note: Shuttle buses are available at 10-minute intervals to return you to your ship. You will not interact with dolphins on this tour. The Dunn’s River Falls are the highlight of Jamaica and tend to be very congested. All guests participating in a tour that visits the falls should wear foot protection that can get wet. River socks are available for rent at the falls. The rocks at the falls are slippery. Climbing the falls is optional and at your own risk. Participants who do not wish to climb the falls may enjoy the small beach at the base. The walk to the beach is on a slope with many stairs, therefore participants should be in reasonably good health. less

This package is fun for everyone. At your leisure or with our tour guide, you can make the short walk to Snorkel Park Beach, a hidden oasis inside the Royal Naval Dockyard. Gates and water sports beach facilities open at 9am. Upon arrival you'll be set up with a beach lounge chair and an umbrella on our private beach and directed toward our water sports facility where snorkel gear and water sports equipment awaits you. You are free to relax on the beach and take advantage of our amenities at your leisure. Included in this tour is a lounge chair with shared umbrella(one for 2 people) the use of a kayak or pedal boat for an hour (one for 2 people, 2 person pedal boats can take an additional 2 children), and use of full snorkel gear including mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket or noodle. You'll be able to enjoy delicious local food at our full service restaurant Hammerhead’s Bar and Grill, as well as specialty cocktails and frozen drinks from one of our 2 bars, or just relax and enjoy the sun and fun. You can explore an undersea world of marine life as you snorkel a protected reef where schools of fish and aquatic wonders await. This is a great venue for families and young couples. Snorkel Park Beach regularly has daily live local entertainment on the beach from 1-3pm. Note: Food and drink are not included in this package but are available. Umbrellas are based on double occupancy, 2 chairs to each umbrella. Coolers, drinks and food are not permitted to be brought into the venue. Jet skis are also available for rent. Any guests requiring transport will be able to take the free public road train to our facility. If choosing to arrive at your leisure please arrive within 2 hours of your scheduled departure time. less

Explore the rich underwater world of the Caribbean without getting wet. Your adventure begins as you climb aboard the Ocean View Explorer with your bilingual guide. You’ll be sitting just four feet below the surface in an air conditioned vessel. Just a few minutes after departure, you’ll encounter the most exotic underwater scenery in the Caribbean. Crystal clear panels are located in front of each seat to give you the best view to see colorful tropical fish accenting the incredible coral formations that is part of the second largest barrier reef systems in the world and see why Cozumel is one of the best dive destinations in the world. Your exploration is about one hour and 15 minutes through the most exciting and breathtaking coral reef in Cozumel - Paradise Reef. Note: Participants must be able to climb the several steep steps leading in and out of the semi-submersible. This tour is not recommended for those suffering from claustrophobia. less

Experience the thrill of power boating, hot air balloons, hang gliding, and parachuting all in one at a fraction of the cost. Take a short walk to the doc to board your boat. All take off and landings are done right from the parasail boat so you can get wet and wild or stay high and dry. US Coast Guard licensed captains and equipment. Note: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a towel. Participants must be at least 6 years of age. Guests with bad backs, heart problems or who are pregnant may not participate. less

Your tour begins upon an air-conditioned sightseeing bus with a knowledgeable driver guide who will regale you with details and anecdotes about the sights you encounter. Drive through the heart of downtown known as Rawson Square. Here you’ll see the House of Parlaiment, Supreme Court, Public Library and other historical buildings central to the life of The Bahamas and its people. Your next stop is Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center, a peaceful retreat, to enjoy over four acres of lush tropical gardens and over 200 birds, reptiles and mammals. The Ardastra Gardens is home to a collection of endangered land animals and features the Bahamas National Bird, the beautiful and exotic Caribbean Flamingo.

You’ll participate in the “Flamingo Experience”, a unique show of the glory and antics of these incredible creatures together with an excellent narration of their story. You’ll also hand-feed the colourful and playful South Pacific Lory Parrots and have numerous photographic opportunities with “Toby” the Cockatoo, “Jackie” the Snake and “Freddy” the Peacock. While walking the Gardens, friendly and informed staff will answer questions while two-legged feathered friends will freely entertain. Enjoy a cool beverage from the Parrot Pit Stop and browse through our eclectic gift shop, Toby's Treasures. Your transport from the time of pick-up until drop-off at Ardastra is fully narrated, giving you an inside look at Bahamian culture.

Note: There is some walking involved; a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended. Please advise the Shore Excursion team should you have any walking difficulties prior to purchasing this tour. less