Panama Canal Cruises: Excursions

Discover Costa Maya on a custom-made Dune Buggy just as Joe-cool used in the late 60’s. These brand new beach buggies are the best way to experience Costa Maya as you drive down the coastline to your beach getaway. Your experienced guides will give a safety briefing before jumping into your buggy. Then, your first stop will be at the Fisherman’s village where everyone will stare as you cruise on by. Keep your eyes open for the rare birds and resident iguanas. Once you go off-road you’ll end at a secluded beach. Kick back on a hammock, enjoy a complimentary snack and soft drink, go for a swim in the Caribbean Sea, play a game of beach volleyball, take in the rays or stroll down the virgin beach. After the beach, it is time to head on home so get ready to drive back. Note: Participants must be at least 21 years of age and present a valid driver’s license to drive. All Buggies are stick shift. This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or guests with heart, respiratory or back conditions. Vehicles accommodate up to four participants and you may be paired up with others. less

Estimated at over 5 million years old, the Green Grotto Caves is the first historic cave worldwide to receive the Green Globe 21 certification, a global affiliation working with travel and tourism companies and communities to develop and maintain good environmental practices. The caves are characterized by coastal limestone and feature a series of interconnected passageways and chambers, light holes, stalactites and stalagmites, as well as two lakes. Their most striking features are rock formations and the small 'grotto' lake at the innermost cavern. Take a 3/4-mile guided stroll through a maze of exquisite dripstone formations and learn about the sensitive eco-system found within and around the caves. See limestone formations that have been christened after the individuals they resemble, including Abraham Lincoln, Freddie Krueger and the cartoon character, Scooby Doo among others. Your guide will demonstrate the cave’s musical stones and be sure to toss a coin in the wishing well before your departure. A refreshing beverage is provided at the end of the tour. On the return drive to Ocho Rios, you’ll visit Dunn’s River Falls. Climb the spectacular 600-foot waterfall at Dunn’s River Falls and then shop for souvenirs in the center of town before returning to your ship. Note: Participants must be at least 4 years of age and be at least 3 feet tall to climb the falls. This is a walking tour and visitors will be guided through areas that are paved, with uneven surfaces, gravel and rocks. Visitors need to be sure footed and must be able to bend to negotiate small access ways. Slippery when wet caution signs are posted through the caves as a reminder to visitors. There are 62 steps throughout the tour. All visitors are fitted with a sanitary helmet liner and hard helmet and offered a spray of mosquito repellent prior to the start of the 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

Immerse yourself in the nature and history of Huatulco. Discover a beautiful adventure as you kayak down the Copalita River, nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. You'll travel by van approximately 30 minutes from the pier to your Rafting Base Camp where professional guides will provide a safety briefing and instructions. Kayak though the waters of the Copalita River and enjoy the spectacular sights and sounds of the river valley as you make your way through the mountain foothills past lush tropical vegetation. You can easily imagine the Zapotec people who originally inhabited this region canoeing along this same route to transport goods between their cities. Keep your eyes open for birds and other wildlife as you canoe to the mouth of the river where you’ll have free time to relax on Bocana Beach. Note: Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Pregnant women and guests with heart or respiratory conditions or back and neck injuries are not allowed to participate. Not recommended for guests in wheelchairs or who use walking aids such as canes or crutches. less

Feel the excitement as you board your helicopter for an unforgettable scenic flight of the Taiya Inlet, the longest and deepest glacial fjord in North America. Majestic waterfalls, towering mountain peaks, and views of the area's dramatic glacial landscape are just some of the wonders you may experience on your flight. As you return to town, be ready for a not-to-be-missed view of historic Skagway and your ship.

Note: Participants must be able to enter and exit the helicopter with limited assistance. Flight time is approximately 12 to 15 minutes with no glacier landing. Guests 250 lbs. and over are charged an additional rate to reserve two seats for safety and comfort. These spaces are capacity controlled so you will not be able to book this option online. Please call 1.866.625.1167 for assistance with these reservations.

This private canopy reserve is set high in the remote, verdant wilderness of the Sierra Madre. Feel the adrenaline rush as you whoosh from platform to platform, 90 feet above the rainforest floor. A series of thrilling zip lines gives you maximum opportunity to marvel at the beautiful, lush setting as you effortlessly traverse above huge tropical trees, wild orchids and native birds and reptiles. Hanging bridges built into treetops are reminiscent of Tarzan and there is even a gorilla swing for you to try. Two incredible rappel descents to solid ground completes your breathtaking adventure. As safety is top priority, guides have been extensively trained and equipment is the best, with not one, but two safety ropes for your security. This is the most exciting way to explore the depths of the tropical rainforest, for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike! Note: Participants must be at least 8 years of age, weigh no more than 250 lbs. at least 4 feet tall and in good physical condition. Cameras cannot be taken on the tour for safety reasons but a professional photographer will accompany the group. There will be some time for pictures and souvenirs. less

The zip line tour features an intricate harness system of pulleys on horizontal traverse cables, which let you swing 100 to 124-feet between platforms and 70-feet high in the trees, at canopy level. The first two hours are spent flying through the forest with the birds. Your next adventure is cave tubing. Be prepared for a 45-minute hike down a jungle trail to the underground cave system. Your guide will hand out headlamps and you’ll jump in for a leisurely float on an inner tube, with the gentle currents taking you through the cave system. Observe intricate crystalline formations line the cave, including the majestic rise and fall of stalagmites and stalactites. Note: Participants must be at least 12 years of age and weigh at least 95 lbs. and no more than 250 lbs. The cave system and its waterways may cause claustrophobia in a very small percentage of guests. Not recommended for pregnant women. Wear a swimsuit, tennis shoes (which will get wet) or water shoes and bring a towel. less