Southern Caribbean Cruises

Unique flavors, diverse cultural history — immerse yourself in hidden island gems

A Southern Caribbean cruise will spoil anyone with its natural beauty that leaves even the most seasoned traveler speechless. Find vibrant green rainforests teeming with life, coral reefs that buzz with hundreds of aquatic species and a people whose kindness is as deep as their cultural history is diverse. Take those extra steps, travel a little farther and allow yourself to discover the heart of the Caribbean.

A row of brightly colored Dutch colonial-style buildings in Willemstad, Curaçao, featuring striking yellow, green, and pastel facades with ornate architectural details and red-tiled roofs.

The vibrant and colorful Dutch colonial buildings of Willemstad, Curaçao.

A picturesque view of Playa Kalki Beach in Curaçao, featuring calm turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and a shoreline dotted with boats. A charming blue building overlooks the beach, with lush greenery and a bright sky in the background.

Experience beautiful port cities

Natural rock bridge formation in Aruba. Natural rock bridge formation in Aruba.

Aruba defies expectations with a vibrant desert interior ringed with white sand beaches, a dramatic northern coastline, and quaint colonial Dutch architecture. Cruise to Aruba's famous aloe plantations and factories and learn their historical importance to the island. Visit the California lighthouse, named for the steamship that sank off the coast over a hundred years ago. Stroll through Oranjestad, the picturesque, Dutch-inspired capital while browsing for the perfect souvenir to remind you of your time here.

Bonaire beach, Dutch Caribbean island. Bonaire beach, Dutch Caribbean island.

A small paradise off the coast of Venezuela, Bonaire has some of the world's most pristine diving and snorkeling locations. Preserved coral reefs wait in the warm water, easy to explore from the comfortable beach clubs ashore. Take a diving or snorkeling expedition to the uninhabited island of Klein Bonaire, offroad through the wild mangrove forests and salt flats of the island's interior, or take in the sights of the quaint Dutch-influenced capital by trolley.

Row of colorful buildings in the dutch inspired Curaçao. Row of colorful buildings in the dutch inspired Curaçao.

With its dramatic landscapes, arid interior and pastel-painted Dutch-style houses, Curaçao is a distinct delight nestled in the warm Caribbean Sea. Cruises to Curaçao allow you to enjoy many beautiful beaches, snorkel through the shipwreck of a 50-year-old tugboat, or marvel at the striking sea cliffs of Boka Tabla. If the history of the island fascinates you, take a tour of the charming capital of Willemstad, or visit Fort Amsterdam and see the cannonball still embedded in its walls from a battle hundreds of years ago.

Morne Trois Pitons National Park in Dominica. Morne Trois Pitons National Park in Dominica.

Pristine, lush and alive, Dominica escaped modern civilization's penchant for paving every surface and has remained a nature lover's paradise. Dive into the gorgeous blue depths of the dormant volcanic crater in Scotts Head Marine Reserve, and witness the vibrant sea life that makes it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the verdant rainforests, botanical gardens and waterfalls of the island's interior, and experience a slice of heaven on earth.

Visit the Old San Juan in Puerto Rico. Visit the Old San Juan in Puerto Rico.

Get ready to live on island time, times five. With the most ports of any seven-day itinerary – five islands! – these cruises have something for everyone, whether you prefer to seek adventure in St. Lucia and Barbados or hit the beach in Martinique. Enjoy our only weeklong voyages to take in the natural beauty and culture of the Southern Caribbean, all from San Juan, a departure port just an easy direct flight away.

Steep mountains and lush hillsides in St. Lucia. Steep mountains and lush hillsides in St. Lucia.

A lush rainforest-covered island nestled between two volcanic peaks, the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Pitons, St. Lucia is the definition of a tropical paradise. Cruise to St. Lucia and visit the famous Pitons, journey to the only drive-through volcanic cavern in the world, or experience the sulfur mud baths and recharge your batteries in ancient pools. Travel to the town of Soufriere, supposedly the birthplaces of Napoleon's Queen Josephine, zipline through the lush jungle canopy, or relax on one of the islands many resort beaches.

Royal Princess in Port Evergaldes, FL, USA. Royal Princess in Port Evergaldes, FL, USA.

The "Venice of America" has been the premier destination among spring breakers for almost six decades, but don't let that fool you into thinking the city is one big party. From the Everglades, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to an amazingly rich biosphere, to seven miles of white-sand beaches, Ft. Lauderdale is a beautifully diverse city offering a diverse array of attractions.

What will you do on a Southern Caribbean cruise?

See what adventures await you off the beaten path, whether it’s exploring a Dutch-style city or kayaking through a mangrove forest.

Island shore excursions

Experience the best the Southern Caribbean has to offer with award-winning shore excursions that immerse you in thrilling experiences, unique culinary delights and peaceful rejuvenation. Explore the quaint Dutch-inspired capitals of the ABC islands, snorkel in a dormant volcanic crater teeming with life, or immerse yourself in ancient, rejuvenating sulfur mud baths.

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Jumping from a catamaran in Antigua.
Jumping from a catamaran in Antigua.
Street musician playing the drums.
Street musician playing the drums.

Late night departures

The Caribbean has a different feeling at night. Revel in its warm evenings and enticing music with our More Ashore program. Later stays in ports such as Aruba, Curacao, St. Maarten and Bonaire let you soak up the full Caribbean experience, like a fresh-caught seafood dinner on the beach or street fair full of local crafts and flavors. With More Ashore, you get more time to enjoy the vibrant island nightlife.

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