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Expedition Cruise to the Southern Caribbean | Panama to Barbados

13 days
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From Colon to Bridgetown
4.0 (3 reviews)
  • A historic dome structure with palm trees.
  • Colorful colonial buildings surrounding a plaza.
  • A beach with city skyline in the background.
  • Aerial night view of a coastal city.
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Hurtigruten
Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 2
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Colón

    Colón
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Meet Expedition Team and settle into cabin

    Optional Activities

    • Pre-Program visit to jungle lodge by Chagres River
    • Visit Panama City and UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo
    Landmarks
    Casco Viejo
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  3. Day 2

    San Blas Islands

    San Blas Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit San Blas Islands and learn about Guna culture
    • Observe local artisans making Guna scarves
    • Swimming in crystalline waters
    • Nature observation in palm groves
    Landmarks
    San Blas Islands
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  4. Day 3

    Capurganá, Colombia

    Capurganá, Colombia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hiking in Capurganá area
    • Swimming and snorkeling
    • Kayaking
    • Wildlife observation
    • Explore tropical rainforest
    Landmarks
    Capurganá
    Sapzurro
  5. Day 4

    San Antero, Colombia

    San Antero, Colombia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Mangrove forest exploration via small boats
    • Birdwatching
    • Meet Zenú communities
    • Water activities in Cispat Bay
    • Learn about local culture and Middle Eastern influences
    Landmarks
    San Antero
    Cispat Bay
    Sinú River
  6. Day 5

    Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

    Cartagena de Indias, Colombia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore UNESCO World Heritage walled old town
    • View colonial architecture, plazas, and mansions
    • Visit churches and monasteries
    • Leisurely exploration of handicrafts and dining
    Landmarks
    Cartagena de Indias
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  7. Day 6

    Santa Marta, Colombia

    Santa Marta, Colombia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore colonial architecture
    • View statue of Simón Bolívar
    • Visit Tairona Gold Museum
    • Explore Tayrona National Natural Park
    • Experience Sierra Nevada mountain range
    Landmarks
    Santa Marta
    Tayrona National Natural Park
    Sierra Nevada
    Tairona Gold Museum
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  8. Day 7

    Guajira Peninsula, Colombia

    Guajira Peninsula, Colombia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cabo de la Vela
    • View Pilón de Azúcar
    • Attempt to round Punta Gallinas
    • Spot Punta Gallinas lighthouse
    • Experience Wayúu cultural heritage
    Landmarks
    Puntas Gallinas
    Cabo de la Vela
    Pilón de Azúcar
    Punta Gallinas
  9. Day 8

    Bonaire

    Bonaire
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kralendijk
    • Visit Fort Oranje
    • View Bestuurskantoor
    • Visit Terramar Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Nature walk
    • Flamingo spotting at Ramsar sites
    Landmarks
    Kralendijk
    Fort Oranje
    Bestuurskantoor
    Terramar Museum
  10. Day 9

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Sumptuous dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Participate in Citizen Science projects
    • Access Science Center
    • Wildlife observation from deck
    • Explore Explorer Lounge & Bar
    • Stargazing
  11. Day 10

    Dominica

    Dominica
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cabrits National Park
    • Visit Fort Shirley ruins
    • Nature walks
    • Birdwatching
    • Learn about Carib culture and traditions
    Landmarks
    Cabrits National Park
    Fort Shirley
    La Pointe
  12. Day 11

    St. Lucia

    St. Lucia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Pigeon Island peninsula
    • View volcanic landscape
    • Observe iguanas
    • Visit Rodney Bay marina and resort area

    Optional Activities

    • Nature walks in rainforest-covered mountains
    • Birdwatching
    Landmarks
    Pigeon Island
    Rodney Bay
  13. Day 12

    Mayreau and Tobago Cays

    Mayreau and Tobago Cays
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mayreau
    • Swimming
    • Visit Tobago Cays Marine Park
    • Snorkeling
    • Beach exploration
    Landmarks
    Mayreau
    Tobago Cays
  14. Day 13

    Barbados

    Barbados
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bridgetown
    • Visit UNESCO-listed Parliament Buildings
    • Explore Garrison Historic Area with 18th-century buildings and forts
    Landmarks
    Bridgetown
    Parliament Buildings
    Garrison Historic Area

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  • MS Fram
    MS Fram
    The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram honors th… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2007 (refurbished in 2020)
    Guests
    318
    Crew
    Length
    114 m / 374 ft
    Width
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    11647 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    20.2 m / 66 ft
    Cruising Speed
    13 kn
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  • 5 local currencies

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