Central America Cruises

Connecting two larger continents, Central America is a wondrous belt of islands and lands bursting with:

• Year-round sunshine
• Exotic wildlife
• Rich forests
• Crystal blue waters
• Long white sand beaches

A cruise to this part of the world promises to be an experience filled with sunshine, culture and history.

Discover vibrant cities full of culture and rich colonial past in the tropical region of Central America. Explore areas with African, European and Creole heritage. View the wonders of ancient civilizations such as:

• Tikal
• Palenque
• Copán

See cultures vary from region to region, and travel from the tropical soul of Belize to the rich Mayan culture of Mexico.

Most Popular Destinations

The world-famous Panama Canal, a ship passageway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, a key transport waterway for international trade is an absolute must-see and so is the country’s capital, Panama City – a central hub both nationally and internationally. Don’t miss out on the city’s oldest region – the sixteenth-century Panama Viejo ruins, one of the oldest European settlements in the New World. Amble along Old Panama’s Craft Market, where you will find a vast array of:

• • Beadwork
  • Panted hats
  • Ceramic art work

Costa Rica’s Puerto Limon is another must-visit Central America cruise destination. Located in the Caribbean Sea, the port city and its surroundings offer spectacular biodiversity, one of the most fascinating in the world! Experience the fantastic flora and fauna by visiting:

• • • The Cahuita National Park
    • Bocuare Jungle Haven

Belize and its barrier reef that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site attract people from all over the world, especially scuba diving and snorkelling enthusiasts. The reef is absolutely beautiful and is the longest in the Northern Hemisphere.

Go with an itinerary that includes Puerto Quetzal and you will get to visit the stunning Guatemalan city of Antigua, that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is only a short drive away from the port and boasts marvellous 16th Century architecture.

Cruise Lines

Cruising Central America couldn’t be easier, most of the major cruise lines offer itineraries around the beautiful region. You will have to decide on two things:

• • • The preferred departure port
    • The budget

A great deal of cruises around Central America will set sail from Miami:

• • • Celebrity Cruises
    • Norwegian Cruise Line
    • Royal Caribbean
    • Oceania
    • Azamara
    • Carnival Cruise Lines
    • Regent Seven Seas

Some of the other popular departure ports are:

• • • Bridgetown, Barbados
    • Galveston, Texas, USA
    • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • San Juan, Puerto Rico

It is seldom that a Central America cruise will depart from an Australian home port, so do consider asking your CruiseAway cruise expert about the unique DreamAway Packages on offer and save yourself the stress of booking flights, accommodation, transfers and more.

The Best Time to Visit

The dry season is usually the best time to visit the region. For most countries of the continent that will be in the months of December to April. Although, the dry season is also the high season, the benefits of visiting in those months are unbeatable:

• • The weather is very comfortable for exploring outside
  • The waves are a dream for surfing enthusiasts
  • There are no storms and hurricanes that Central America is known for