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Natural Sanctuaries & Heritage of the Caribbean

Willemstad - Colon - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard Le Champlain
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Explore the Caribbean's natural wonders and cultural treasures on this 8-day Natural Sanctuaries & Heritage of the Caribbean cruise from Willemstad to Colon aboard the Le Champlain. Walk through UNESCO-listed cities like Cartagena and Willemstad, where history meets vibrant local life. Visit Santa Marta, home to Colombia’s Tairona heritage and the lush Sierra Nevada mountains. Snorkel in the San Blas Islands, meet the Kuna people, and relax on pristine beaches. Discover Fort San Lorenzo, a historic Spanish fortress in Panama. From coral reefs to mangrove forests, encounter breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. With expert-led excursions, travelers experience the best of Central America through hiking, snorkeling, and cultural explorations.
Visit beautiful CartagenaEnjoy a stroll along the docks at sunsetSan BlasRuins at the Fortress of Santiago
Highlights
  • Walk through UNESCO-listed cities like Cartagena and Willemstad, history-rich
  • Visit Santa Marta, home to Colombia’s Tairona heritage and Sierra Nevada
  • Snorkel in the clear waters of San Blas Islands and meet the Kuna people
  • Discover Fort San Lorenzo, a historic Spanish fortress in Panama
  • Explore diverse ecosystems, from coral reefs to mangrove forests
Activity Level: Variable
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
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Day 1: Willemstad | Embark

Curacao’s capital sits along St. Ann’s Bay on the island’s southwest coast, with a UNESCO-listed historic center. The colorful Handelskade quays showcase Dutch colonial architecture, while the nearby Floating Market offers vibrant sights and flavors. Explore Fort Rif and the Maritime Museum, or wander Otrobanda’s quiet streets, filled with craft shops and classic bars.

Day 2: At Sea

Enjoy a day at sea with a range of onboard activities and services. Unwind at the spa, stay active in the fitness center, or lounge by the pool. Attend expert-led talks, watch a show, or browse the boutique. Photography enthusiasts can meet the photographers. Head to the upper deck for stunning ocean views and maybe even spot marine life.

Day 3: Santa Marta

Santa Marta, located in the north of Colombia's Caribbean coast, is a seaside town dominated by the majestic Sierra Nevada. The highest coastal chain of mountains in the world, it is listed as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO for the diversity of its fauna and flora. At the heart of the first Spanish colony, you will discover the heritage of the Tairona, the largest indigenous civilization in Colombia. The eponymous national park offers you sumptuous landscapes, combining lush tropical forests and beautiful fine sandy beaches edged with crystal-clear water. The archaeological heritage and the Pre-Columbian treasures of the region are a source of endless enchantment.

Day 4-5: Cartagena

A splendid harbor city in the north of Columbia, a source of inspiration for the Columbian writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Cartagena will win you over with its well-preserved colonial architecture, and warm friendly atmosphere. You can visit the sumptuous UNESCO World Heritage fortified historical center whose churches and houses have magnificent multi-colored façades. A witness of Spanish domination, the San Felipe de Barajas fortress stands on top of a hill from where you can admire views over the whole city. The Las Bovedas neighborhood will charm you with its arcades, used as prison cells during the 19th-century civil wars.

Day 6: San Blas Islands

Located on the northeast coast of Panama, the San Blas archipelago is a string of coral islands in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. More than 300 islands and cays cover an area of 300 square kilometres offering travellers a multitude of treasures. Sheltered behind a long coral reef, the San Blas Islands are full of enchanting anchorages. The long sandy white beaches bound by crystal-clear waters will allow you to relax and enjoy incredible marine fauna before engaging with the Kunas Indian community. Still subsisting on hunting and fishing, they will welcome you in their villages of bamboo houses gathered near the beaches.

Day 7: Fort San Lorenzo (Colon)

In the Colon District, Fort San Lorenzo faces the sea, its canons pointing towards the horizon as they used to under the Spanish Crown. This construction is part of a group of buildings exemplifying the military architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries along the Caribbean coast of Panama, hence its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander along the fort’s alleyways accompanied by the melodious singing of the birds that have made the surrounding forest their home. Enjoy an unforgettable port of call combining history and walking in nature.

Day 8: Colon | Disembark

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Colon is the second largest city in Panama, at the Caribbean entrance of the Panama Canal. Colon is today an important port, and the free trade zone created in 1953 contributed greatly to the development of the city. Colon was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad connecting the Atlantic and Pacific coasts through the isthmus of Panama; the city rapidly overshadowed the older Caribbean ports of Panama when the canal opened.

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Area: 27 m². 6m² private balcony with sliding bay window. King-size bed or twin beds, and shower. Up to 3 passengers per cabin.
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Area: 32 m². 8m² private balcony with sliding bay window. King-size bed or twin beds, and shower. Up to 4 passengers per cabin.
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Area: 45 m². 30m² private balcony with sliding bay windows. King-size bed or twin beds, and shower + bathtub.
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Area: 45 m². 30m² private balcony with hot tub and sliding bay windows. King-size or twin beds and shower + bathtub.

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Fares are based on double occupancy and are capacity controlled. Rates may increase at any time as the ship sells out and subject to change without notice.
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Port Fees
  • Unlimited Wifi
  • Onboard Entertainment 
  • Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • Gratuities to Onboard Crew
  • “Open Bar” (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands...list available upon request)
  • 24h Room Service (special selection)
  • English-Speaking Lecturer 
  • Highly experienced and bilingual (French-English) expedition staff
  • Water sports activities (except scuba diving) using the ship’s equipment, when permitted by local authorities and confirmed by ship Master according to safety and sea conditions onsite. 
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Visa Fees
  • Optional Excursions - Ponant allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately six to two months prior to the cruise* departure. Please note that this is subject to change. Please contact us for more details.
  • Any ground services before and/or after the cruise other than the ones mentioned
  • Luggage Handling 
  • Laundry Services, Hair Salon, and à La Carte Spa Treatments
  • Pre or post cruise programs, overland programs or shore excursions 
  • Beverages other than the ones mentioned in inclusions
  • CDP recommends that every Traveler has full and adequate travel insurance covering the risks of cancellation, assistance being required, repatriation, damages to and loss of baggage, and medical expenses

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