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Southern Caribbean Cruises

About Southern Caribbean Cruises

Venture to the exotic islands of the Southern Caribbean, full of rich European history, vibrant marine life, and spectacular rainforests. Explore pastel vistas of Dutch architecture in Aruba, swim with dolphins in Grand Cayman, and zip line through a lush canopy in Curacao. Or simply kick back and soak up the rays on some of the world's most beautiful beaches. 

Sights of the Southern Caribbean

Dive into a thrilling underwater scene in an Atlantic Submarine or explore the crystallized caverns of Harrison’s Cave in Barbados. Take a ride through the Antigua's rolling countryside to the historic Nelson's Dockyard, an 18th-century base for the English naval squadron. Or stroll through St. George's, the foot-friendly capital of Grenada - known for its bustling Market Square selling local goods and its national museum, built in 1704. Whether you thirst for history, natural beauty or just Caribbean rum, there’s something here for everybody.

Frigate Bay in St Kitts from Timothy Hill

Discover the Dutch Caribbean

Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire & Sint Maarten are all considered part of the "Dutch Caribbean". Many of these islands' residents are Dutch nationals, and Dutch & Papiamentu are the official languages (though most people speak English and Spanish as well). Because of these influences, this region's unique and diverse flavors have made the Southern Caribbean a unique draw. The architectural influences in particular are a striking reminder of these ties. Aruba's Fort Zoutman and Willem III Towers are famous examples of Dutch colonial architecture, while Willemstad, Bonaire, was actually designed to mirror 17th-century Amsterdam. And be sure to get a little "taste of Europe" when you're here with traditional Dutch dishes like Bitterballen (meatballs) and Stroopwafels (waffle cookies).

The pink Dutch style Royal Plaza with two palm trees at the side. It is set off with white clouds and blue sky. This building is an icon for Oranjestad.

See St. Lucia's Natural Wonders

From volcanos to rainforests to sky-scraping mountains, St. Lucia is a small island that packs a big ecological punch. Take a catamaran cruise out of Castries Harbor and experience the magnificent Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage site - twin mountains that are (dormant) volcanic plugs. Turn back the hands of time with a soak in the volcanic mud pool of Sulphur Springs Park, the largest geothermal area in the Lesser Antilles. View the island's lush tropical landscape with a drive along the west coast, then take a cool dip in the cascading Toraille Waterfall. Or zipline through the rainforest and get a view of it all! 

St. Lucia's famous Twin Pitons in the early morning light.

Explore Our Southern Caribbean Cruise Ports

Below are just a few of our featured ports in the region

Castries, St. Lucia

Castries, St. Lucia

A gateway to once-in-a-lifetime beaches and historic landmarks
Kralendijk, Bonaire

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Colorful coral reefs and rejuvenating island life
Oranjestad, Aruba

Oranjestad, Aruba

Sunny beaches and lively island life.

Explore Other Destinations in Southern Caribbean

Caribbean

Caribbean

Crystal clear waters and sunny skies await.
Bahamas

Bahamas

Live on island time.

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View towards Keppel Bay and the Telok Blangah district (in Bukit Merah) from Sentosa Island in Singapore.

Cruise the Globe with Norwegian: Unveiling Our 2025 & 2026 Itineraries

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – the announcement of our newest sailing season, of course. And this lineup is more exciting than ever before. Norwegian's 2025-2026 itineraries, now open for sale, span across 18 ships and offer the perfect mix of new exploration and deep dives (literally, if you love scuba) into must-see favorites.

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Ready to start packing for your Caribbean cruise? Here's a handy list of what to wear (and what to leave behind).

Featured Southern Caribbean Itineraries