Cruises to Manzanillo, Mexico

Beautiful spacious view of Manzanillo Mexico

Golden Beaches. Deep-Sea Fishing.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Manzanillo

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

A view of the town of Manzanillo Mexico from the water

Enjoy the view of beautiful Manzanillo Bay.

Central plaza in Colima, Mexico, with fountain and yellow domed church

Visit nearby Calima’s quaint main square.

Close up of a Mexican man working of his handcraft with bokeh of yarn in front.

Take home a handcrafted treasure.

Go fish in the “sailfish capital of the world.”

Wild caribbean beach of Manzanillo at Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Manzanillo Beach.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Aerial view of the turquoise waters and emerald rainforest canopy of the Gandoca Manzanillo Costa Rica Nature Reserve

Famous For

Manzanillo is known as the “Sailfish Capital of the World” thanks to the excellent sport fishing here.

Top view, isolated on white background, of a plate of ceviche.

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try Colima-style ceviche, bursting with fresh lime and spicy chiltepin. Succulent tatemado pork is another a local delight.

Fun Facts

Take in the fabulous vistas as you play a round of golf on one of the lush courses.

Port Name & Location

Manzanillo Cruise Port
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Spanish. Say "how are you?" in Spanish: "¿Cómo estás?"

Time Zone

MST (Mountain Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -5 hours

Currency & Shopping

Mexican Peso (MXN)
Native crafts, souvenirs, clothing and jewellery.

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

Tips on What to Pack for Your Cruise

Packing for a cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line should feel easy because the days ahead will be. Think clothes that don’t rush you, shoes that don’t argue with you, and shorts that work well at noon and at sunset. Out here, it’s less about outfits and more about options. Things you can move in. Breathe in. Accidentally nap in. So before you overthink it (you know you will), here’s the simple truth: if it lets the day take you where it wants to go, pack it. If it doesn’t, leave it home (along with your agenda).

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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