We're hard at work developing the Field Programs for the Passport to Central America Enrichment Voyage. Here are some of the Programs that may be offered on the Voyage. This list is preliminary and subject to change.

Prices are approximate and subject to change without notice. Child rates, when available, are for children age 3 to 12.
CHICHEN ITZA BY BUS - $94 - Board an air-conditioned bus for a scenic drive, about three hours with a 20-minute rest stop along the way, to the famous Maya ruins of Chichen-Itza. This is one of the most important and exciting archaeological sites on the American continent and the home of one of the great Maya empires. During the drive, your guide will review the history of the country, the Maya culture and what you can expect to see and experience at the ruins. Upon arrival at Chichen-Itza, your guide will escort you through this city, which extends over six square miles and contains hundreds of structures. You will have approximately three hours to explore this site, including the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the largest and best preserved Maya ball court, the mystical Cenote where human sacrifices were performed, and the Temple of the Warriors. You will also visit the Observatory where the Maya priests accurately calculated celestial events from over a million year span. After exploring this historical site, return by ferry to the Cozumel pier.

TULUM MAYA RUINS AND BEACH TOUR - $74 - Explore ancient Tulum, the Maya ceremonial center guarded by three towering walls built as a dedication to the setting sun high on a cliff above the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy a scenic drive in an air- conditioned bus while the guide offers interesting narration about the Yucatan, Maya culture and what to expect when you arrive in Tulum. A native guide will escort you through the sacred city and reveal its history and importance, followed by some free time to explore on your own. This post-classic site has over 60 restored structures that give great value and importance to the Maya culture. After visiting the ruins, travel to a beautiful beach where you may swim, relax, or snorkel at a nearby reef. Return by ferry to the Cozumel pier.

TULUM MAYA RUINS AND XEL-HA LAGOON - $98 - Experience Tulum, the only walled Maya city situated high atop a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. A guide will escort you through this sacred city and reveal its history and importance. View first-hand these amazing ancient dwellings that were left behind as a reminder of this ancient culture that declined and vanished for no apparent reason. Snorkeling in the natural aquarium lagoon at Xel-Ha is just a 15-minute drive away. Xel-Ha is a major attraction for snorkeling due to the fact that the clarity of the lucid waters enables you to see a variety of multi-colored fish and tropical marine life. Snorkeling equipment is available for rent ($8) or you can relax in a lounge chair on the beach. Return by ferry to the Cozumel pier.

COBA MAYA RUINS - $98 - Encounter Coba, the largest discovered ruin site of the Maya culture, with over 3,500 sacred structures surrounded by four natural lakes. This immense site is located in the depths of the Caribbean jungle, which has hidden the secrets of this ancient commercial hub for centuries. Explore newly restored structures that have only recently been opened to the public. Upon arrival at the archaeological site, your guide will escort you through this enormous site and share the secret beliefs and lives of the Maya people. Walk among the once-sacred pyramids; climb one of the tallest Maya structures discovered to date; view ancient writings and paintings that describe this mysterious culture; and gaze at the architectural wonders of the huge plaza that covers nearly four square miles. Return by ferry to the Cozumel pier.

SAN GERVASIO MAYA RUINS & FOLKLORIC SHOW - $64 - Enjoy a scenic island drive to San Gervasio aboard an air-conditioned bus. Your guide will escort you through the small site and give you information about the Maya culture and the significance of this mysterious area. San Gervasio was the home of Ixchel, the goddess of fertility and good health. This holy area was an important pilgrimage center for the Maya women. These women would spend a week worshipping and praying to Ixchel for a normal birth and a healthy baby. All Maya people were encouraged to visit this sacred place at least once in their lives. After your exploration you will attend a folkloric dance show that will take place at the Forum Theater in Cozumel’s newest mall. You will see exotic dances and colorful costumes from the various states of Mexico that will teach you the cultural beauty of the country. At the show’s conclusion, you may investigate the many fine stores at the Forum Shops.

OCEAN-VIEW EXPLORER (UNDERWARTER VIEWING VESSEL) - $35 - Investigate the underwater world of the Caribbean without getting wet, aboard the Ocean-View Explorer. This underwater viewing craft lets you enjoy the panoramic views of the Caribbean without leaving the surface. Clear panels are located in front of each seat giving incredible views of the underwater world. You will sit four feet below the surface of the water and look through the glass windows. Enjoy a 75-minute trip through the coral reefs of Cozumel. You will see the sunken plane used for a Mexican disaster film that has now become home to a large selection of beautifully colored fish. The Explorer will then speed off to Paraiso Reef where you will view the coral formations accented with tropical fish at every turn.


TIKAL MAYA ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE BY AIR - $525 -Deep in the jungle of Parque Nacional Tikal lies one of the largest Maya cities yet uncovered and researched, Tikal. At its peak (around 750 BCE), Tikal supported a population of 100,000 and was considered one of the greatest urban cities in the world. This celebrated site of nature and archaeological remains was declared a Heritage of Mankind by UNESCO in 1979. The ruins include more than 3,000 structures extending over six square miles; a handful of which loom over the forest’s canopy. The journey through Tikal illustrates the country’s respect of the past and the present; research and excavations continue while supporting and maintaining its biodiversity. The trip begins with a short tender ride where you will transfer from Belize City to the international airport for your flight to Flores, Peten in Guatemala. Upon arrival, board a motorcoach for a one-hour drive through a lush tropical rainforest leading to the famed Maya ruins of Tikal (Maya for “Place of Voices”). The majestic ruins await your exploration. A hot local lunch is included.

MANGROVE TUNNELS & CITY MUSEUM - $32 - After your tender ride to the docks, board an air-conditioned bus for a short ride to the Museum of Belize. This museum focuses on the Maya and colonial history of Belize. Highlights include priceless Maya artifacts dating back some 2500 years. Continue to the second portion of the tour, which focuses on natural history. Board a comfortable boat for a leisurely cruise up Haulover Creek. The mangrove branches on either side of the creek meet high overhead to form a living tunnel. These tunnels are home to healthy populations of wildlife. So, be on the lookout for various bird species, iguanas and crocodiles. The boat ride ends at the Belize Tourism Village where you can catch your tender back to the ship.

COMMUNITY BABOON SANCTUARY - $35 - This tour takes you to the Community Baboon Sanctuary on the banks of the Olde Belize River, located 30 miles north of Belize City. Consisting of some 18 square miles of subsistence farms, the sanctuary exhibits the spirit of coexistence that Belizeans have with nature. Through a grassroots effort, the villagers and landowners have committed to preserving the habitat necessary to ensure a healthy population of Black Howler Monkeys. With assistance from the World Wildlife Fund and the Zoological Society of Milwaukee County, a small natural history museum and visitors’ center has been erected in Bermudian Landing, the most central and accessible location in the sanctuary.

ROBINSON CRUSOE’S JUNGLE ADVENTURE & MAYAN CAVES - $69 - What would Robinson Crusoe do if he suddenly found himself marooned in the midst of a rainforest? What would you do? Learn the ingenious "survivor" skills and secrets to managing this kind of a situation from instructors who have done such things first hand! Your experienced jungle guides will teach you how to make fire using only a machete and a piece of bamboo. Learn to identify sources of water and how to actually produce it. See jungle traps in action as they ensnare and ensure your food supply. Then visit Robinson Crusoe's jungle-style dwelling made from all natural materials – vines, branches and the bark of various trees. This tour also features caves once used by the ancient Maya and optional rappelling from the cave site. Please note: Comfortable sturdy shoes are recommended as some walking trails are uneven. Children under 10 not permitted.

CAVE TUBING & RAIN FOREST WALK - $69 - After a short tender ride to shore, board your air-conditioned motorcoach for a one-hour drive to Jaguar Paw Resort. Hike with your tube for about 45 minutes down a trail through the rain forest. Your guide will point out plants, roots, and herbs used by the ancient Maya for medicinal purposes. When you reach the area where the Branch River meanders through an underground cave system, the guide will provide you with a headlight. Hop in your inner tube and let the slow current take you past incredible stalactites and stalagmites. On several occasions you will emerge into the sunlight, then re-enter the underground system. After more than an hour of tubing, you will be ready to enjoy a picnic lunch of freshly prepared chicken or beef, rice, beans and fresh juice. After lunch, enjoy some free time to swim, explore or just relax. Please note: Wear your swimsuit underneath your clothes and bring a towel.

LAMANAI MAYA SITE & NEW RIVER TOUR - $75 - Your adventure begins with a 45-minute drive from Belize City to Tower Hill. Here you will board a riverboat for your 90-minute cruise on the New River, with its spectacular rainforest, mangroves, orchids and birds. Disembark at the northern end of the New River Lagoon, where you will enjoy a Belize-style lunch. Then begin your 90-minute tour of Lamanai (Maya for “submerged crocodile”), once the largest Maya ceremonial site in Mesoamerica and occupied as early as 1500 BCE. The first stone buildings appeared here between 800 and 600 BCE. Huge masks depicting dead rulers and gods seem to materialize out of the rainforest amid the chatter of birds and the haunting calls of howler monkeys. Your guide will also point out the Copal and Ramón (breadnut) trees, which were of great importance in ancient times.

XUNANTUNICH MAYA RUINS - $59 - After a short tender ride, depart by air-conditioned motorcoach for the scenic two-hour ride to the Cayo District and the impressive Maya site of Xunantunich (Maya for “Maiden of the Rock”). In order to reach the entrance to this ancient city, you will cross the Mopan River on a 19th-century hand-cranked ferry. At Xunantunich, classic Maya remains have been freed from the heavy bush growth. The heart of the city was three plazas aligned on a north-south axis, lined with many temples, the remains of a ball court, and surmounted by El Castillo, the largest temple at a height of 130 feet. From the top of El Castillo, enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding rain forests, the blue flanks of the Maya Mountains, and the border towns between Belize and Guatemala. After your tour, enjoy a luncheon of typical Maya cuisine at the San Ignacio Hotel while listening to the relaxing melodies of the marimba.

BARRIER REEF SNORKELING (CATAMARAN) - $52 - Depart directly from the ship aboard a luxurious, custom-built, high-speed 65-foot catamaran and sail through the turquoise blue waters inside the Belize barrier reef. While underway, your friendly crew will provide professional instruction on the use of their first-class snorkeling equipment. Once the catamaran anchors in the lee of the sand atoll, the crew will accompany you into the crystal clear waters for some amazing snorkeling. The beauty of this location is that it has areas for beginners and experts, both with extraordinary coral formations teeming with colorful tropical fish. After snorkeling you can relax on a white sand beach under a coconut tree while being served complimentary rum punch, sodas and bottled water.

AERIAL TREK - $69 - After a short tender ride, depart by air-conditioned motorcoach for a one-hour drive up the Western Highway to Jaguar Paw Resort, your headquarters for the day. The Aerial Trek is an amazing zip-line journey through the canopy of the rainforest. Its intricate harness system of pulleys on horizontal traverse cables lets you swing 100 – 124 feet between platforms. Some of the platforms are 70 feet high and provide stunning panoramic views of the area. After you are outfitted with a harness, begin a ten-minute hike through the rainforest to the starting platform; the next 30 – 40 minutes are spent flying through the forest with the birds – a truly unforgettable experience! Once at the final platform, rappel 40 feet to the forest floor. End your day with lunch of freshly prepared rice and beans and savory chicken before returning to the ship. Please note: Weight restrictions are not less than 95 lbs. and not more than 300 lbs. Participants with back problems, severe heart complications or who are pregnant should not attempt this trip.

AERIAL TREK & CAVE TUBING - $99 - After a short tender ride, depart by air-conditioned motorcoach for a one-hour drive up the Western Highway to Jaguar Paw Resort, your headquarters for the day. The Aerial Trek is an amazing zip-line journey through the canopy of the rainforest. Its intricate harness system of pulleys on horizontal traverse cables lets you swing 100 – 124 feet between platforms. Some of the platforms are 70 feet high and provide stunning panoramic views of the area. After you are outfitted with a harness, begin a ten-minute hike through the rainforest to the starting platform; the next 30 – 40 minutes are spent flying through the forest with the birds – a truly unforgettable experience! Once at the final platform, rappel 40 feet to the forest floor. Enjoy lunch of freshly prepared rice and beans and savory chicken Afterwards, your next adventure is cave tubing. Be prepared for a 45-minute hike down a jungle trail to the entrance tunnel that heads into the underground cave system – the start of an “eye opening” adventure. Fitted with headlamps, you will float in inflated inner tubes with the gentle currents taking you through the cave system. Intricate crystalline formations line the cave and the majestic rise and fall of stalagmites and stalactites add to the serene opulence of nature. On several occasion you will emerge into the sunlight only to enter into another cave system. Please note: Children under 12 years of age not permitted on this tour. Weight restrictions are not less than 95 lbs. and not more than 300 lbs. Participants with back problems, severe heart complications or who are pregnant should not attempt this trip. T-shirt, shorts, tennis shoes (which will get wet) or water shoes are the recommended attire; bathing suits should be worn underneath your clothes and bring a towel. Also, a change of clothes (including shoes) is recommended as you will have time to change after tubing.

WILDLIFE ADVENTURE: RIVER TOUR & BELIZE ZOO - $69 - After a brief tender ride to Belize City, you will board a motor launch for a guided tour of nearby Olde Belize River. Crocodiles, howler monkeys, iguanas and lots of birds frequent this scenic waterway. Turtles, manatees and dolphins are occasionally spotted as well. Lush tropical foliage lines this waterway, and several small farms dot the riverbanks. Some 20 miles upstream you will disembark at the Olde Belize River Tavern for a tasty Belizean lunch. After lunch you will continue to Belize’s famous wildlife habitat known as the Belize Zoo, which was created for animals which were injured or donated to the facility and could not be returned to the wild. This facility is home to endemic species of the region that are cared for in their natural environment behind sedate fencing. Walkways and marked trails provide access to different areas of the habitat where the animals can be spotted. Five species of cats (jaguars, ocelots, pumas, jaguarondi and margays) can be seen. If not previously spotted on the river, the Great Jabiru Stork can be seen here. Belize’s national animal, the tapir (locally known as the mountain cow), is also a resident of the zoo.



SAN PEDRO SULA CITY TOUR (INCLUDING MAHOGONY FACTORY & BANANA PLANTATION) - $108 - The second largest city in Honduras, San Pedro Sula is located 35 miles southwest of Puerto Cortez, in the northern part of the country. The city was founded on June 27, 1536 by Don Pedro de Alvarado and has remained firmly planted in the history and development of Honduras. Originally the location of the Spanish Conquistadors’ colonial mint, San Pedro Sula has gone through numerous transformations throughout its involved history and is now renowned as the Industrial Capital of Honduras. The numerous factories, plantations and businesses concentrated in the area have supported this title. In stark contrast to the industrial facilities is the magnificent mountain scenery at the city’s western end. While visiting the city, stroll through the Guamilito Market which showcases a multitude of Honduran handicrafts before visiting the Museum of Anthropology. After lunch at a local restaurant, travel to the other side of the valley to visit one of the banana plantations where the best Chiquita Bananas are grown. Before returning to the ship, complete this orientation with a visit to a mahogany-carving factory.


LAKE YOJOA/PULHAPANZAK WATERFALL - $108 - This full-day tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts who wish to explore the scenic tropical beauty of Honduras. Ninety miles south of Puerto Cortez, Lake Yojoa is the largest natural lake in Honduras and is surrounded by two national parks, Santa Bárbara and Cerro Azul Meambar. With its cloud forest habitat, the lake provides a cool climate, a refreshing change from the hot lowlands of the Honduran north coast. Popular for its black bass fishing, it is becoming an important sport fishing destination, carefully monitored by local environmental groups. With over 373 species of birds, the lake area also boasts some of the best bird-watching opportunities in Honduras. Motmots, toucans, parrots and many other tropical birds live in this protected area. En route to the lake, visit the Pulhapanzak Waterfall, which drops into a natural pool that is ideal for swimming. Lunch is included at a lake-side hotel that is surrounded by lush vegetation and coffee farms.


OMOA FORTRESS & BEACH - $69 - Up until the 1800s, Omoa was the most prominent port in Central America. Silver mined from nearby San Miguel of Tegucigalpa, gold and other goods were shipped to Spain from this location. Because of their valuable exports, the Spanish villages in the New World were constantly attacked by British, Dutch and French marauding pirates. The buccaneers destroyed the surrounding villages and seized treasures intended for Spain. To keep the pirates at bay, the Spanish built a chain of fortresses along the coast. Many of them fell victim to enemy fire, but La Fortaleza de San Fernando de Omoa, arguably the most important defensive structure in Central America, remained. The triangular-shaped fortress stands today as a silent testimony to an important, if difficult, period in Honduran history. After Honduras declared its independence in 1821, the local government used the fortress as a jail for political prisoners. Now a national monument, the fortress has been restored to original condition and is maintained by Instituto Hondeureno de Antropologia e Historia. Take a step back into Honduran history with a visit to the San Fernando de Omoa Spanish Fortress. Revisit a time when the buccaneers roamed and pillaged the Caribbean Sea and the New World. After touring this national landmark, enjoy a light snack at a local resort before enjoying some free time to relax or swim at one of the area beaches.


NATURE TRAIL & OMOA FORTRESS - $67 - The forested mountains that create the lush tropical rain forests of the Omoa area provide sanctuary to its wildlife and to those seeking comfort from the sun. On this tour, enjoy a short hike along a river up to a beautiful waterfall, which drops into a natural pool that is perfect for swimming. After enjoying the nature trail, take a step back into Honduran history with a visit to the San Fernando de Omoa Spanish Fortress. Revisit a time when the buccaneers roamed and pillaged the Caribbean Sea and the New World. Built by the Spaniards during the Colonial period, the fortress was used to defend the local villages against the marauding British, Dutch and French pirates. Today, it stands as a silent testimony to an important, if difficult, period in Honduran history.


LANCETILLA GARDENS & TELA BEACHES - $108 - Established in 1926 by botanist William Popenoe as an experimental research station for the United Fruit Company, the Lancetilla Botanical Gardens is the second largest tropical botanical garden in the world. Providing a wonderland of tropical plants from the Central American region and other tropical lands, the United Fruit Company continued to manage the land until 1974 when it was turned over to the local government. Under the current direction of the National School of Forest Sciences, the gardens are considered the most complete and comprehensive in Honduras. After touring the gardens, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to the coastal town of Tela, home of the best beaches on the Honduran mainland. Enjoy some free time exploring the area before returning to the ship.


HUMAYA RIVER RAFTING - $67 - An excellent river for beginners as well as all white-water rafting enthusiasts, the Humaya River offers the opportunity to enjoy nature at its best while running through 14 class II and III rapids. The crystal-clear waters of the Humaya River are only one meter deep and begin at the General Francisco Morazan Dam, better known as El Cajon. Surrounded by a tropical dry forest, enjoy a close-up view of the region’s flora and fauna. See a variety of cacti, white frangi pani, agaves, gimbo limbo, Ceiba and Panama trees. Birds including motmots, cormorants, king fishers, brown jays, ospreys, swallowtail kites, and oriels are frequently spotted along the river as well as the occasional iguana and basilisk.



CACAO TRAILS AND SLOTH SANCTUARY - $99 - Culture, nature and adventure combine on this tour to provide the most complete and interesting tour on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Depart the ship for a scenic coastal drive through little villages and plantations en route to the Cacao Trails property. Here, local guides will walk you through secondary forests, organic fruit and vegetable plantations, medicinal plant gardens and finally, to the Cacao plantations. Taught to Europeans by indigenous Americans, the harvesting and processing of cocoa for chocolate is a multi-billion dollar industry today. This program offers the opportunity to appreciate cocoa in its essence for its cultural and curative properties. Enjoy the process of making chocolate from scratch – from the toasting of the cocoa beans to the sampling of this delicious treat! After a typical Costa Rican lunch, continue your journey to Aviarios del Caribe Wildlife Sanctuary. This natural oasis is the product of the selfless efforts of Luis and Judy Arroyo who have become the leading experts on sloths, who are timid and harmless creatures. Sloths are small, furry and very slow moving mammals of the New World Rain Forests. To see a sloth up close is to fall in love with it. Their teddy bear like features and demeanor make it difficult to believe that they are often the target of cruelty and ignorance. After a forty minute ride along the lush and scenic Caribbean coast, we begin our visit of the beautiful property with its lush gardens and surrounding rain forest. A short video featuring the sanctuary offers the perfect introduction, followed by a fascinating lecture on the wondrous sloth by one of the owners of this generous institution. Afterwards, you will have the chance to meet, up close and personal, the stars of this adventure, the lovable sloth! You will meet the sloth up close, however they cannot be touched. After visiting the residents of the center, head out for a guided one-hour canoe ride through the calm waterways of the sanctuary. The guide will paddle silently through the lush Estrella River estuary, ensuring a truly memorable encounter with a diversity of exuberant flora and fauna. Over 325 bird species have been identified. To complete the eco-adventure, the naturalist guide will take you on a short, yet informative forest walk, to discover the true interaction of humans, sloths and the delicate rain forests.

MANGROVE KAYAKING - $70 - Kayaking is one of the best low-impact ways to enjoy the amazing Estero Negro Mangrove. Enjoy a peaceful and close encounter with nature on your two-passenger kayak, sliding through the tranquil waters of this estuary, which will provide the perfect setting to revel in its exuberant vegetation and abundant flora and fauna. After this one and a half hour kayak adventure, you will have a chance to peruse local handmade art and crafts and snack on tasty tropical fruit. On the way back to the ship, a brief drive through the city will get you acquainted with Limón, its people and customs. Please Note: This tour is only recommended to those people who are able to participate in moderately strenuous activities. Shorts, tennis shoes, water shoe and sunscreen are recommended. This tour is not recommended for children under six.

CANOPY ADVENTURE TOUR - $77 - One of the most popular action adventure activities in Costa Rica is the canopy ride. It was originally developed by scientists in Costa Rica who needed to explore the rich universe of flora and fauna in the canopy of the tropical forest, high above the ground. The world of action and adventure is no longer reserved for pioneers! Today, new technology and techniques allow everyone to enjoy the thrill of action adventure with the utmost in safety and professionalism. To achieve this, scientists developed a series of cables and platforms, which are interconnected between trees within the area of study. Soon, scientists discovered that going from cable to cable by means of a harness and pulley, was a great deal of fun. Just thirty minutes from the ship, Jungle Breeze Canopy Tour, is without a doubt, one of the most complete and well-balanced operations in the world. Located in an unspoiled tropical forest, this spectacular adventure offers thirteen exciting cables, unsurpassed safety and the possibility of spotting jungle creatures such as toucans, sloths, monkeys and poisonous dart frogs. Please note: This tour is only recommended for those people who are able to participate in moderately strenuous activities and high adventure programs. Guests who suffer vertigo should not participate on this tour. Comfortable light clothing is recommended.

TORTUGUERO CANALS - $66 - Often referred to as the ‘Amazon of Costa Rica’, the canals within Tortuguero National Park are without a doubt one of the main attractions in Costa Rica. Located 80 kilometers north of Limón, the park is an important conservation area for many plant and animal species and has 11 ecological habitats, including rainforest and herbaceous marsh communities. This tour is a unique opportunity to experience this natural wonder. Drive through some of the country’s most fertile areas, where you will learn about Costa Rica’s main agricultural products. Soon after, board a covered boat that will lead you through the living jungle that stretches over the narrow canals, which are formed by rivers borne in the high mountains making their way to the sea. Common sightings here are monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas and sloths. The canals are also considered a bird watcher’s paradise, so keep your eyes open! After the canal experience, you will be treated to local snacks, fruit and drinks accompanied by the lively Caribbean sounds of a calypso band.

SLOTH SANCTUARY AND CANOE ADVENTURE - $65 - Grasp the opportunity to visit the only wildlife sanctuary and rescue center in the world that devotes all of its efforts to the care and rehabilitation of the enigmatic and gentle sloth. Sloths are small, furry and very slow moving mammals of the New World rain forests. Their teddy bear like features and demeanor make it difficult to believe that they are often the target of cruelty and ignorance. After a forty-minute ride along the lush and scenic Caribbean coast, begin your visit of the beautiful property with its lush gardens and surrounding rain forest. A short video featuring the sanctuary offers the perfect introduction, followed by a fascinating lecture on the wondrous sloth by one of the owners of this generous institution. Afterwards, you will have the chance to meet, up close and personal, the stars of this adventure, the lovable sloth! You will meet the sloth up close, however they cannot be touched. After visiting the residents of the center, head out for a guided one-hour canoe ride through the calm waterways of the sanctuary. The guide will paddle silently through the lush Estrella River estuary, ensuring a truly memorable encounter with a diversity of exuberant flora and fauna. Over 325 bird species have been identified. To complete the eco-adventure, the naturalist guide will take you on a short yet informative forest walk, to discover the true interaction of humans, sloth and the delicate rain forests.

OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE - $63 - Many will agree that the true beauty of Limón lies in its tropical exuberance and Caribbean influence, most of which still lies untainted in small rural regions of the province. The adaptable six-wheel drive vehicle is perfectly suited to negotiate the difficult roads and trails that give access to this beautiful region. The majority of the excursion takes place in the beautiful Star Valley, where luxurious forests and crystal clear rivers make for impressive sightseeing. A knowledgeable guide will point out the highlights along the way and will assist in spotting of the local flora and fauna. Stops will be made along the way to stretch your legs and take in the fresh air and spectacular scenery. Join this invigorating program of country sightseeing and off-road adventure, for a look at the true heart of Caribbean Costa Rica! Please Note: Although animals may be spotted along the way, this is not a nature drive, thus spotting of any animals should be viewed as an added bonus and not a requisite of the experience. This tour is not recommended for those people who suffer from back problems.

WHITE WATER RAFTING - $75 - A two and a half hour drive by bus may sound like a long time but not while traversing some of the most scenic country areas of Costa Rica. It is in few areas of the world where you may combine the thrill and fun of white water rafting with the majesty of tropical rainforests and its inhabitants. For those who enjoy the vigorous outdoors activities, like feeling adrenaline running through their veins, relish adventure and do not mind water, this tour is for you! After a technical and safety briefing, it is time to hit the water and get ready for the ride of a lifetime; over 10 miles of fast and crisp Class II and III rapids. Fortunately, the river is forgiving and allows its guests to settle into several easy rapids before being challenged by the more “fun” sections. There are many lulls in-between rapids, where the river calms and provides for spectacular scenery, often punctuated by the appearance of monkeys, the sighting of a sloth or the gleam of color from an exotic bird. An average of one and a half hours is spent on the river. A river bank picnic lunch is included. Please Note: This tour is only recommended to those people who are able to participate in moderately strenuous activities. Footwear such as, sports sandals or tennis shoes are required and will become wet. Shorts, sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes are recommended. This trip is not recommended for children under six years.


FULL DAY HISTORIC CITY AND PANAMA CANAL ORIENTATION - $106 Adult/$53 Child - A must-see for history buffs, your city tour starts at Panama La Vieja, the first official city founded by Europeans on the Pacific coast of the Americas and the starting point of the treasure trails that crossed the isthmus to the Caribbean. This city was attacked and looted by English pirate Henry Morgan in 1671. You will walk among the stone walls and remnants of what was once considered the richest city in the Americas. From here you will drive through the high-rise district of the city, along the bay of Panama and into historic Casco Antiguo, dating from the 1670s. Casco Antiguo became the new Panama City of the times and was never successfully attacked, being protected by a wall that surrounded the new settlement. Here you will take a look at the Golden Altar, one of the few testaments to all the wealth that made its way through this city. You will walk along the French Plaza – a monument to the French canal effort and take a panoramic look of the modern city from this vantage point as well as the ships that are anchored in the bay awaiting transit of the canal. Afterwards, you will visit the Inter-oceanic Canal museum that is housed in the same building that was the original headquarters for the French canal building effort in the 1880s. The museum is beautifully restored and presents a broad perspective of the historical development of Panama from its Spanish colonial days to the completion of the canal in 1913. You will continue to the Miraflores Locks where you may enjoy lunch (box lunches provided) while watching the ships go through the locks. We will then go to the Miraflores Visitor Center, where we may see the vessels in transit being raised or lowered from ocean level to lake level through a system of locks. In addition, you'll also admire a large-scale relief map of the entire canal waterway accompanied by a 12-minute video presentation. We will also stop at the foot of the canal headquarters' Administration Building, which dates from 1911, and view Goethals Monument. We will stop at the Artisans market in Balboa and from here we will continue to Casco Antiguo. The Casco Antiguo section of town houses the Museum of the Inter-oceanic Canal located across the Independence Plaza. This now renovated building was once the headquarters for the French company known as the Compagnie Universel du Canal Interocéanique, the first company to attempt to dig an ocean-to-ocean canal in Panama starting in 1881. The museum takes us through the complete historical development of Panama – as a strategic point in the Spaniards’ efforts to transport the riches of South America, the building of the Panama railroad in 1850s, the French effort to build the canal in the 1880s to the United States' completion of the canal in 1913. Also in Casco Antiguo we will view a Panama landmark, the Golden Altar.

GATÚN LAKE & MONKEY ISLAND - $115 Adult/$57.50 Child - Nature lovers and history buffs alike will enjoy this trip as it explores the area surrounding the Panama Canal and the rich flora and fauna of the region. Constructed from 1910-14, Gatún Lake is situated in the heart of the Isthmus of Panama and serves as an important reservoir for the operation of the canal’s locks. Each time a vessel passes through the canal, 53 million gallons of water is passed from Gatún Lake into the sea. Traversing through the lake, you are likely to pass cargo ships moving through the lake to the locks. Within the lake, Monkey Island is well known for its spectacular wildlife. Exotic birds, monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and crocodiles are just a few of the animals that you can view in their native surroundings. Drive by motor coach to to the famous Gamboa Rainforest Resort Marina where you will meet your boat captain and crew. As you navigate through the waterways, keep your eyes open for marine and wildlife thriving in the area. You may see caiman or iguana on the banks of the lake or several different tropical bird species flying overhead. Once at Monkey Island, white face and howler monkeys are the main attraction. If you are lucky, you will be able to admire the capuchin monkeys that come down from the trees to meet your boat. Three-toed sloths sometimes are spotted in nearby trees. This is a fun and scenic tour that adults and children alike will enjoy.

THE BEST OF CASCO ANTIGUO - $88 Adult/$44 Child - With numerous and fascinating areas with a history interconnected with Spain, France and the United States that never fails to delight: Casco Viejo (Old Compound) offers highlights which include the 17th-century churches such as the Church of the Golden Altar, the ruins of ancient convents and residences, original dungeons and a French monument to the 22,000 souls who died building the Panama Canal. You will also visit the Panama Canal Museum located in an elegant, restored building that once housed the headquarters of the French company that attempted to build a sea level Canal. We complement the tour visiting the Amador Causeway which offers a spectacular view of Panama City's skyline and of the Panama Canal. It is a one-of a-kind view of the Canal completed with ships passing under the Bridge of the Americas. The one mile causeway was created by connecting four small islands with rocks excavated from the Panama Canal. You can always feel a pleasant sea breeze on this island, and find many restaurants around, as well as great bicycling and walking paths. There is also a Smithsonian Institute of Tropical Research aquarium, a new cruise port, a yacht club and a new hotel. (Box lunches from the ship will be provided.)

EMBERÁ INDIAN VILLAGE - $129 Adult/$64.50 Child - This adventure to the Chagres National Park and the Emberá Indian Village begins with a drive to the Nueva Vigia Pier where a dugout canoe, or cayuco, will be waiting to take you up river through spectacular rainforest. Immerse yourself in the unique native traditions of a remote Emberá Indian village, deep in the heart of the rainforest. When you arrive at the village, surrounded by lush forest, you will be greeted by the traditional music of this fascinating culture. After experiencing several ceremonial dances, you will learn more about the customary lifestyle of a people virtually unchanged by civilization. The local shaman will describe some of the medicinal plants and herbs found in this environment, many of which are still a vital part of everyday life. You will enjoy food served and prepared in the Emberá community, such as fish, fried plantains and tropical fruits. Finally, you will have the opportunity to purchase finely-crafted artifacts made by these skilled artisans. After spending the day in the village, you will return to the shores of the Nueva Vigia Pier for your transfer back to the ship. Please note: Along with the cultural activities listed above, you may wish to take advantage of recreational activities in the village such as swimming and nature walks; please wear appropriate attire if you wish to participate.

GATÚN LOCKS AND CANAL ZONE - $69 Adult/$34.50 Child - The Panama Canal has three sets of Locks, two situated near the Pacific coast (Miraflores & Pedro Miguel locks), and the third one across the Atlantic (Gatún Lock). The Gatún Locks are probably the most impressive of the three locks, and worthwhile to visit. Since all three chambers are connected, you will have the opportunity to see the entire process, rather than in two different stages as seen in Miraflores and Pedro Miguel Locks. It takes approximately 2 hours for a vessel to complete the transit at Gatún Locks, regardless of whether it's heading northbound or southbound. Please note: There is a visitor center located high up above the Locks themselves, and from here, nice pictures can be taken. Public bathrooms and drinking water are available.

PORTOBELO AND THE SPANISH FORTS WITH PICNIC - $88 Adult/$44 Child - Portobelo was the name of one of the most ideal and well-protected inlets along the Caribbean coast of Panama. Sir Francis Drake died while off the coasts of this area in 1596 and, legend has it, is buried in a lead coffin close to Drake Island. Portobelo was the final receiving area of two trails that crossed the jungles of the isthmus, Camino Real and Camino de Cruces. Here, once enough merchandise had been accumulated, caravans of sailing ships would begin the trip back to Spain, escorted by enough firepower to repel most, but not all, pirate attacks once they attempted to sail on past the West Indies. Nevertheless, this strategic and heavily fortified harbor was not enough to keep out the fleet of ships commandeered by Englishman Edward Vernon, who captured and destroyed the forts in 1739. By then, Portobelo was a complex of batteries and forts that guarded the entrance to this beautiful inlet, perhaps the most heavily fortified of the Spanish control points along the coasts of the Americas. Joined by a local guide you will take an intimate look on foot at the outstanding features of this important historical site as well as the Church of the Black Christ and learn its interesting legend. After visiting Portobelo, you will enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to the ship.


A DAY IN THE COUNTRY - $82 Adult/$41 Child - Start the day with a lovely ½-hour drive through the mountainous interior west to Montego Bay. On arrival in the Village of Lethe, board a 30-foot bamboo raft for a breathtaking ride down the Great River. The raft captain will explain the flora and fauna while you glide gently down the river and through the valley with its awesome gorges. At the end of the ride, board a tractor-drawn jitney (hayride style) for a small banana and pineapple plantation. Your driver gives you a tour inside the plantation and explains all of the amazing facts of the banana plant. Then proceed to the “Green” to see the barefoot climbing of a 75-foot coconut tree. After watching this incredible sight and sampling the coconut water and jelly, you are escorted to the liqueur shed to sample liqueurs of Jamaica and receive a drink of Piña Colada. The Piña Colada is made directly from the coconut meat and you will be shown how to make it at home. A hot, country-style barbecue lunch with fruit drinks is served before your return to the ship.

APPLETON ESTATE RUM TOUR - $75 Adult/$37.50 Child - Visit the legendary Appleton Distillery nestled in the picturesque Nassau Valley on Jamaica’s south coast. Enjoy a welcome drink, coffee or tea, then tour the Appleton Estate, Distillery and Ageing House. You will see how the sugar cane is grinded for juice and test the freshly made wet sugar. There will be a demonstration of the cooperage of barrels and a taste-test of the 14 different flavors of rum made on the estate. Each participant will receive a complimentary bottle of Appleton Rum. A children’s dance troop will perform during lunch.

BEACH BREAK - $44 Adult/$22 Child - Board a bus for a short ride across Montego Bay Harbour and land at Jamaica’s only beach and fun park, Aquasol. The water is crystal clear and tiny pebbles will filter through your toes. Relax, swim, play volleyball, play games and have lunch. There will be an optional escorted walk to the village shopping center where an abundance of crafts shops will satisfy your shopping appetite.

OCHO RIOS & DUNN'S RIVER FALLS - $82 Adult/$41 Child - Depart for a delightful ride along Jamaica’s beautiful north coast to Ocho Rios, one of Jamaica’s newly developed resort area. This tour journeys through Falmouth, a quaint fishing village which has the distinction of having the first organized street system in the western world, and Columbus Park at Discovery Bay, the magnificent aquamarine inlet where Christopher Columbus first landed. Continue through Runaway Bay and St. Ann’s Bay before arriving in Ocho Rios to spend the morning bargain shopping through the towns many craft markets and in-bond shops. Have lunch in a local restaurant before being adventurous and climbing the 600-foot waterfall, or relax and swim at the foot of the falls cascading into the Caribbean Sea.

DREAMER CRUISE - $88 Adult/$44 Child - Depart by bus to the famous Doctors Cave Beach where you will board a 63-foot catamaran to sail and snorkel in Montego Bay Marine Park (equipment provided.) After snorkeling, visit Margaritaville Sports Bar by the sea before returning to Doctors Cave Beach.

MONTEGO BAY & ROSE HALL GREAT HOUSE - $50 Adult/$25 Child - From the pier, make your way through the hustle and bustle towards the famous Rose Hall Great House, once the opulent home of Jamaica’s white witch, Annie Palmer. She practiced voodoo and had three husbands who all died under mysterious circumstances. Legend has it that she was a beautiful seductress who dallied with the hired help. The house was built in the mid 19th century and is of Georgian architecture. You will be hosted with a “witches brew” of your choice. After the visit, continue to the City Centre for duty-free shopping and the local craft market.

SHOPPING SHUTTLE - $32 Adult/$16 Child - Upon leaving the Cruise Ship Pier, visit Montego Bay’s crafts market to haggle and bargain shop, then visit Montego Bay’s Hipstrip, with an abundance of souvenir shops. Continue to City Centre for duty-free shopping.


WEST BAY HIGHLIGHTS - $39 Adult/$19.50 Child - Disembark the tender in Georgetown and step aboard air-conditioned coaches for a memorable tour along West Bay Peninsula. A brief stop at the Governor’s Residence located on Seven Mile Beach, one of the world’s most spectacular. Then visit the world’s only green sea turtle farm. The experienced guides will explain all about the tiny hatchlings to the big breeders swimming in their lagoons. You can pick up a turtle for a photograph. The next stop is a visit to “Hell”, so named for its unusual rock formations. At sunset when the orange sun reflects off the water collected in the pools, it resembles a burning hellfire. This is a favorite stop to mail postcards and have them postmarked from “Hell”. Depart Hell for the Tortuga Rum Shoppe and experience a taste of the Caribbean’s original world famous rum cakes and Tortuga duty free liquors. The tour then returns to the cruise ship landing where you are within walking distance to the downtown shops.

STINGRAY SANDBAR SNORKEL - $39 Adult/$19.50 Child - This adventure allows you to get up close and personal with one of the most gentle and interesting sea creatures, the stingray. You will travel to the Stingray Sandbar, which ranges in depth from two to eight feet, first by motorcoach and then by power boat. You may walk among the stingrays, feed and photograph them. These crystal blue waters are the ideal spot for interacting with these animals. You will also visit Coral Gardens before returning to the ship. Please Note: Wear a swimsuit and bring a change of clothes, towel and ID. The minimum age for participation is seven years old. There is minimal walking on level terrain. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

QUEEN ELIZABETH II BOTANIC PARK - $31 Adult/$15.50 Child - Travel by air-conditioned motorcoach to Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park. Maintained by the Cayman government, the park’s botanical gardens boast rare plants and tropical flowers and are home to native aquatic birds and the island’s blue iguana. After exploring the park, you will visit the Cayman’s popular Cayman Brewery. Take the brewery’s tour and then enjoy a complimentary sample of some Caybrews. (There is ½ mile walking over flat and uneven terrain at the park and 100 yards walking over flat terrain at the brewery. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Wheelchair accessible ramps and elevators are available at each location.)

BUTTERFLY FARM & PEDRO ST. JAMES - $40 Adult/$20 Child - This is an opportunity to visit one of the few butterfly farms in the Caribbean. Here you will see hundreds of exotic butterflies from across the globe existing in large, comfortable cages complete with vegetation and flowers. You will also learn about the butterfly’s evolution, from caterpillar to chrysalis to its full adult beauty. After departing the farm, travel to Pedro St. James, which was built in 1780 by William Eden and has been completely restored. This great house is the birthplace of democracy in the Cayman Islands; the first government was formed in this building in 1831. As you walk through the site you will see the beautiful gardens and other restored buildings while learning the history of the island you are enjoying. At the conclusion of this tour you will visit the Cayman’s popular Cayman Brewery to enjoy a complimentary sample of one of Cayman’s house beers.

Prices are approximate and subject to change without notice. Child rates, when available, are for children age 3 to 12.