Caribbean Cruises: Excursions

Travel off-road on ATV 'quads' en route to discover the interior of the Samana Peninsula. At the tender pier, you’ll board your transportation and be transferred to Ranch Gina where you’ll receive a safety briefing and instructions on the operation of your ATV. Then, you're off, caravan style to discover the back-roads and areas of interest while your tour guide provides narration. Your first visit will be to a typical Dominican rural house and learn about the culture and way of life of the Dominican people. Continue to La Cascada Lulu for a photo stop. Your final stop will be a visit to El Valle Beach, a white-sand beach fringed with palm trees. Note: Participants must be at least 18 years of age, weigh no more than 250 lbs, in good health and provide a valid driver's license. All participants are required to sign a waiver. This tour is not recommended for pregnant women and people with neck or back injuries. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. There is no swimming at Playa El Valle. less

Enjoy a short drive in air-conditioned comfort to the world famous Dunn’s River Falls where you will 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 it plunges directly into the pristine Caribbean Sea. After this invigorating experience you are transported to Dolphin Cove, where you are met by our friendly hostesses and given a complimentary fruit drink. This unique park, surrounded by lush tropical jungle, is home to our beautiful family of bottlenose dolphins, exotic birds, snakes and iguanas. Enjoy an amazing view of one of the natural Dolphin Lagoons as you are escorted to the Dolphin Trek Island. After a safety briefing you will be ready to begin an experience like no other. Dolphin trek, with Sea Trek helmet, is the ultimate sea trek program where participants can walk underwater while surrounded by dolphins. Enjoy an underwater kiss and hold your friendly dolphin for an underwater picture. Dolphin Trek is all dolphins, all the time! After enjoying this experience of a lifetime, spend time watching your new friends, the dolphins, at play in their natural habitat, the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the lush tropical jungle and get an up close experience with our beautiful and friendly birds, snakes and iguanas. Mingle with and feed the colorful free flying lovebirds in the bird aviary. Interact with exotic sea creatures in the touch tank display. Enjoy a hands-on experience on how to make unique pottery at Wassi Arts at Dolphin Cove. Watch in amazement as a local wood carver makes ordinary pieces of wood come to life. 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 stocked with the widest range of dolphin souvenirs; visit our jewelry store and craft market for locally hand crafted items. View the rambunctious and hilarious shark show and watch the stingrays in their lagoon as they gracefully glide by. Listen to the rhythms of the Caribbean music as you enjoy a truly Jamaica buffet. Sample the world famous Blue Mountain Coffee and liquors. Have your hair braided and watch our local fashion show. Shuttle buses are available at 10-minute intervals to return you to the ship or optional shopping at your convenience. Note: Participants must be at least 8 years of age to participate. This tour is not recommended for those who are pregnant, have back or neck injuries and heart or respiratory conditions. 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’ll participate in a brief orientation and then enter the world of nature’s most fascinating creatures - the dolphins. Get to know the animals as you interact with them in deep water. Experience the thrill of 'riding' the dolphin belly to belly. Dance, sing, play and even enjoy a kiss or two. After enjoying this unique experience, spend the rest of the day at Dolphin Cove and all that it has to offer. 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: Participants must be at least 8 years of age. Participants must weigh no more than 250 lbs. Shuttle buses are available at 10-minute intervals to return you to your ship. This tour is not recommended for guests with heart, neck/ back problems, mobility/balance problems or pregnant women. 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 tour offers offers local culture, Mayan history and a beach buffet with open bar. Your tour begins when your guide meets you at the end of the pier and escorts you to your air-conditioned transfer vehicle which is waiting nearby. Listen to your guide and learn about the interesting local area and culture while you pass through the fishing village with ocean views. Continue this tour inland to visit 'The Place of the Red Corn', Chacchoben Mayan Ruins, and learn about the fascinating Mayan culture. Enjoy a guided tour of this unique archaeological site set in beautiful surroundings and still partially covered in the rainforest. Climb to the top of the 'Gran Basamento' taking you above the tree tops to visit two sacred temples. Before leaving, you'll have the opportunity to buy souvenirs from the onsite gift store. Your journey continues to a Mexican buffet waiting for you at Costa Maya’s most luxurious resort, Uvero Beach Club. After your meal, sunbathe on a sun lounger, relax in a hammock, take a swim in the ocean, or play beach volleyball and enjoy complimentary drinks including your favorite national cocktails. Feeling fully relaxed, well fed and in good spirits, your transfer awaits to return you to your ship. Note: There is an approximately $5.00 USD Government imposed fee for the use of video cameras on site. We recommend you bring sun block, insect repellent, comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, sunglasses, a hat, camera, bathing suit, towel and extra spending money. Guest may purchase additional soft drinks, chips and cookies at the archeological site. Guests will have between 10 to 15 minutes for purchases at the local market inside the archeological site. less

Discover the world’s finest coffees at Argovia Plantation and Estate. Founded in 1880, Argovia is one the oldest coffee producers in the region and, one-of-a-kind, family-owned agricultural estate. Travel by air-conditioned van for approximately 90 minutes through the lush forests and breathtaking scenery of the Sierra Madre to the Argovia Plantation and Estate. Your guide will provide in-depth information about the history of the area and its people. Take a short tour of the grounds and learn about the Plantation’s history as well as the history of coffee. Then, discover all the flavors that distinguish Chiapas coffee. Practice observing the tastes and aromas of brewed coffee, learn the art of coffee tasting - and why it's ‘ok’ to slurp! Take a tour of the flower plantation and see these extraordinary specimens of nature’s gifts. Get to know all the diversity of foliage, tropical and exotic flowers, in one small and spectacular botanical garden. Afterwards, browse the gift shops where you can purchase Argovia’s famous coffee to take home with you. Note: Guests should wear a hat and comfortable shoes. Bring eco-friendly sunscreen and bug repellent. Most areas are not wheelchair accessible. less