Itinerary
- Day 1
Colón
You'll arrive in Colón and board MS Fram, settling into your cabin while meeting the expedition team. Before the ship departs, you have options to check out jungle lodges or head to the UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo district in Panama City if you want to explore the colonial architecture and local culture on your own.
- 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 
- Day 2
San Blas Islands
After sailing about 60 miles from Colón, you'll reach the San Blas Islands where the Guna people maintain their traditional way of life. You can watch local artisans make traditional molas (scarves), learn about their matriarchal communities, and swim in clear waters surrounded by palm groves while observing the coral and mangrove ecosystems up close.
- 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 
- Day 3
Capurganá, Colombia
You'll arrive at Capurganá and Sapzurro on Colombia's Caribbean coast, reachable only by boat or small plane due to the lack of roads. The dense rainforest meets crystal-clear water here, so you can hike through jungle trails, spot wildlife, swim, snorkel, or kayak depending on conditions. Small boats will transport you to shore since there's no formal port.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hiking in Capurganá area
- Swimming and snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Wildlife observation
- Explore tropical rainforest
Landmarks Capurganá Sapzurro - Day 4
San Antero, Colombia
You'll anchor at Cispat Bay and explore San Antero, a community rarely visited by cruise ships at the mouth of the Sinú River. From there, you can sail into protected mangrove forests with five species of mangroves, watch for diverse birdlife, meet Zenú communities, and participate in water activities while learning about the area's Middle Eastern cultural influences.
- 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 - Day 5
Cartagena de Indias, Colombia
You'll step back in time in Cartagena de Indias, exploring the walled old town that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through colorful plazas, see the impressive Spanish fortifications and historic churches, check out local handicrafts in the shops, and try restaurants at your own pace throughout this beautifully preserved colonial port city.
- 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 
- Day 6
Santa Marta, Colombia
You'll head to Santa Marta, one of South America's oldest cities founded in 1525, where mountains and beaches surround the town. Explore colonial Spanish buildings, visit the Simón Bolívar statue, then check out the Tairona Gold Museum or venture into the scenic Tayrona National Natural Park and Sierra Nevada mountains if you have time.
- 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 
- Day 7
Guajira Peninsula, Colombia
You'll sail to Puntas Gallinas on the Guajira Peninsula, the northernmost tip of South America and home to the Wayúu people. Few ships navigate these shallow, windswept waters, but you'll try to land at Cabo de la Vela for incredible ocean and desert views, potentially see the famous lighthouse at Punta Gallinas, though all activities depend on weather conditions.
- 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 - Day 8
Bonaire
You'll arrive in Kralendijk, Bonaire's charming capital with Dutch, Spanish, and Portuguese heritage. Most historic sites are within walking distance, including Fort Oranje (the oldest structure), the bright yellow Bestuurskantoor government building, and the Terramar Museum with its archaeological items. If interested, you can join an optional nature walk or look for flamingos at the island's Ramsar wetland sites.
- 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 - Day 9
At Sea
You'll spend a sea day aboard MS Fram where you can visit the Science Center and join citizen science projects that help researchers. Later, grab some fresh air on deck to watch for wildlife, relax in the Explorer Lounge & Bar with a drink, or after dinner, head outside for stargazing if conditions are clear.
- 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
- Day 10
Dominica
You'll reach Dominica, known as 'Nature Island' for its volcanic mountains and dense jungles. From Portsmouth, you can explore Cabrits National Park, see the 18th-century Fort Shirley ruins on La Pointe headland, hike through tropical forests, walk sandy beaches, and learn about Carib indigenous traditions while spotting tropical birds.
- 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 - Day 11
St. Lucia
You'll explore St. Lucia's volcanic landscape and see the iguanas living on Pigeon Island in the north, taking in panoramic ocean views and colonial history. After that, head to the busy Rodney Bay area with its yachting marina and resort facilities for restaurants and galleries. You can join optional rainforest walks or birdwatching in the mountains if you prefer nature activities.
- 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 - Day 12
Mayreau and Tobago Cays
You'll visit Mayreau, barely over one square mile and the Caribbean's smallest paradise, accessible only by boat with just one road winding across the island. The residents live on Station Hill, and you'll find some of the West Indies' most beautiful beaches here. Later, you can explore the nearby Tobago Cays, five small islands with coral reefs now protected as a marine park, perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Mayreau
- Swimming
- Visit Tobago Cays Marine Park
- Snorkeling
- Beach exploration
Landmarks Mayreau Tobago Cays - Day 13
Barbados
You'll reach Barbados for your final stop, disembarking at Bridgetown and ending your southern Caribbean expedition. The capital features UNESCO-listed Parliament Buildings and the Garrison Historic Area with 70 original 18th-century structures and forts if you want to see them before your journey concludes.
- 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
