
Arenal Volcano with Coastal Highlights of Central America
Arenal Volcano with Coastal Highlights of Central America
Discover the magnificent Arenal Volcano conservation area by exploring a rainforest, a natural park and wildlife sanctuary, before moving on to coastal highlights of Central America.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Arenal Volcano
Your adventure begins in San José and first goes to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. The nature park and animal sanctuary here offers beautiful scenery, orchid and butterfly gardens, and a range of exotic wildlife. Continue to the region around Arenal Volcano to paddle the Peñas Blancas River which runs through the lush rainforest. You’ll also enjoy thrilling views as you take a walk among the treetops along a set of canopy-level hanging bridges. End your visit in Fortuna Village by bathing in volcanic natural hot springs, then leave for Puntarenas and the start of your cruise.
Coastal cities and local communities
Enjoy slow-paced days as we take you to rarely visited cities in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Mexico on the way to San Diego. You'll have a perfect combination of beach life, local community visits, culture and wildlife, while indulging yourself in yoga sessions, spa treatments and delicious food on board hybrid-powered MS Roald Amundsen.
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Day 1
San José, Costa Rica
The many charms of ‘Chepe’
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Day 2
San Jose/La Fortuna
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
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Day 3
Arenal Area, Costa Rica
Sights and sounds of the rainforest
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Day 4
La Fortuna, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
All aboard MS Roald Amundsen
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Day 5
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Southern Pacific Beaches
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Day 6
Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua
Leon: Artistic and Sophisticated City
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Day 7
Acajutla, El Salvador
A day in El Salvador
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Day 8
Puerto Chiapas, Mexico
A City Founded on Coffee and Cocoa
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Day 9
Huatulco, Mexico
Bays National Park
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Day 10-11
At Sea
Serenity at Sea
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Day 12
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Enticing Mexican Resort City
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Day 13
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Land’s End in Baja California
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Day 14-15
At Sea
Relax Onboard
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Day 16
San Diego, USA
America’s Finest City
Departures
2023
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Arenal Volcano/Costa Rica before the cruise
- One night in San José and two nights at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa, including breakfast
- 3-course lunch or buffet on Day 2 to 4 and buffet dinner on Day 2 and 3
- All transfers and activities as described, including English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee as listed in programme
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Yoga and meditation sessions with an instructor
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Roald Amundsen
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MS Roald Amundsen: Life on board and Practical information
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Expedition Team in the Caribbean and Central America
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Roald Amundsen
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