Cruises to Central America
A cruise to Central America brings you to some of the most beautiful destinations in the world. From Costa Rica to Panama, Belize, and Honduras, you’ll find pristine beaches, intriguing antiquities, diverse wildlife, and lush rainforest. Learn about indigenous and colonial history as you tour ancient sites, go on adventurous hikes through the cloud forest, zip-line over the jungle canopy, and snorkel over coral reefs.
These cruises bring you to iconic destinations like the Panama Canal, where you'll traverse the locks at Lake Gatun. Explore Puntarenas, Costa Rica, where you can hike through the rainforest, looking for monkeys and toucans in the trees, or Puerto Limón, where you can learn about Costa Rica's Afro-Caribbean history. Take a diving or snorkeling expedition in Roatan, Honduras, famous for its teeming reefs, or visit Belize City, the jumping-off point for visiting spectacular ancient Mayan temples. Enjoy the vacation of a lifetime on a Central America cruise with Celebrity.
Central America Cruise Highlights
The Panama Canal
Cruising through the engineering marvel that is the Panama Canal is a bucket-list experience for many. Seeing the working of the intricate locks is a real education and a humbling reminder of human achievement. Visit the port city of Colon, on the Caribbean side, and sail through Gatun Lake, known for its biodiversity; the rainforests here are home to indigenous howler monkeys, iguanas, sloths, and hundreds of species of tropical birds.
Lush Rainforests
Central America is a region of vast tropical rainforests and misty cloud forests that invite exploration. Kayak along the smooth, tree-lined waterways of Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica. Take in the serenity of Gatun Lake, the perfect place for wildlife spotting, on a Panama Canal transit. Spend the afternoon outside of Belize City exploring the Sibun Forest Reserve, home to howler monkeys and iguanas. You can visit indigenous rainforest tribes, too, and learn about their way of life.
Local Culture
There are many layers of cultural diversity in Central America, and abundant chances to uncover more about the rich heritage of the region while on a cruise. Visit mysterious Mayan archaeological sites and other UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Discover the deep roots of the indigenous cultures through art, festivals, and vibrant music. Taste authentic flavors, from the juiciest pineapples imaginable to Costa Rica’s own coffee, itself a part of the social fabric.
Featured Central America Cruise Ports
Central America Cruise Itineraries
There are many options for incredible Central America cruise itineraries with Celebrity, which embark in Tampa, Orlando, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Los Angeles. These cruises visit ports along the west coast or east coast of Central America, depending on your journey, and range from short, six-night getaways to extended voyages of 16 or 17 nights that take in both coasts and include a thrilling transit of the Panama Canal.
Itineraries
Why Cruise to Central America With Celebrity Cruises
During your cruise to Central America, you’ll enjoy attentive service, impressive amenities, and exciting activities no matter which itinerary you choose. Elevate your experience with The Retreat, a vacation experience like no other that includes a suite, a private lounge, and dining at Luminae, Celebrity’s exclusive restaurant featuring signature dishes crafted by world-renowned Chef Daniel Boulud. Rejuvenate your mind and body with an afternoon at The Spa, or take in dreamy ocean views from the adults-only pool at The Solarium.
Central America cruises bring you to some of the best beaches in the region, like Little French Key in Roatan, Honduras, and Playa Puerto Viejo near Puerto Limon in Costa Rica. Visit the rainforests near Belize City and sail through the extraordinary Panama Canal. Discover all that this region has to offer with Celebrity Cruises.
