Aurora
P&O Cruises
(R501) Amazon And Caribbean Exploration Cruise
6th January 2025

Ports of Call^* (in no particular order!)

• Belize City: Belize City is known for its tropical climate and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the Belize Barrier Reef, the Altun Ha ruins, and the Belize Zoo.
• Bridgetown (Barbados): Bridgetown, Barbados, is known for its beaches, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore St. Nicholas Abbey, Harrison's Cave, and the Mount Gay Rum Distillery.
• Cartagena (Colombia): Cartagena, Colombia, is known for its history, culture, and colonial architecture. Visitors can explore the Cartagena Old Town, the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, and the Plaza Santo Domingo.
• Castries (St. Lucia): Castries on St. Lucia is a small Caribbean city known for its beaches, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. Visitors can explore the Pigeon Island National Landmark, the Morne Fortune, and the Diamond Botanical Gardens.
• Colon: A Panamanian city, Colon is known for its history, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake, and Fort San Lorenzo. Other popular attractions include the Portobelo National Park, the Achiote Road, and the Isla Grande.
• Cozumel: Cozumel is a Mexican town known for its beaches, diving, and snorkelling. Visitors can explore the Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park, the San Gervasio Ruins, and the Palancar Reef. Other popular attractions include the Punta Sur Eco Beach Park, the Cozumel Pearl Farm, and the Discover Mexico Park Cozumel.
• Devil's Island: Devil's Island is a small island off the coast of French Guiana, known for its history as a former penal colony. Visitors can explore the remains of the prison, including the cells, the guardhouse, and the hospital. Other popular attractions include the island's wildlife, such as monkeys and birds, and the beautiful beaches.
• Freeport: Freeport is a city in the Bahamas. It is known for its beaches, golf courses, and shopping. Visitors can explore the Lucayan National Park, Taino Beach, and the Port Lucaya Marketplace. Other popular attractions include the Rand Memorial Nature Centre, the Garden of the Groves, and the Grand Bahama Island Jeep Safari.
• George Town (Grand Cayman): George Town, on Grand Cayman, is in the Cayman Islands. Known for its beaches, shopping, and water sports. Visitors can explore Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, and the Cayman Islands National Museum. Other popular attractions include the Cayman Turtle Centre, Camana Bay, and the George Town Harbour.
• Grand Turk: Grand Turk, the Turks and Caicos Islands capital, is a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean, known for its beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and historical landmarks.
• King's Wharf (Bermuda) (Overnight in Port): King's Wharf is a port located on the island of Bermuda in the Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular destination for cruise ships. It is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and unique cultural attractions. This cruise spends a night alongside, giving more time to explore Bermuda.
• Las Palmas (Gran Canaria): Las Palmas is a city located on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches, lively nightlife, and historic architecture. The city is also a popular cultural destination, with many museums, art galleries, and festivals throughout the year.
• Manaus (Overnight in Port): Manaus is a city located in Brazil's heart of the Amazon rainforest. It is a popular cruise destination for those interested in exploring the Amazon River and rainforest and the unique culture of the region's indigenous people. This cruise spends a night alongside, giving more time to explore Manus.
• Montego Bay: Montego Bay is a popular tourist destination on Jamaica's north coast, known for its white sand beaches, clear blue waters, and vibrant nightlife. The city is a major port of call for Caribbean cruises.
• Panama Canal Transit: The Panama Canal is a man-made waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The Panama Canal Transit experience offers stunning views of the surrounding jungle and waterways and the engineering marvels of the canal itself.
• Parintins: Parintins is a city in northern Brazil, located on the banks of the Amazon River. It is known for its annual Parintins Folklore Festival, which celebrates the region's cultural traditions with colourful costumes, music, and dance. Visitors to Parintins can explore the local markets, sample traditional Amazonian cuisine, or take a boat tour of the river and surrounding forests.
• Praia da Vitoria: Praia da Vitoria is a small town on the island of Terceira in the Azores. The town features beautiful beaches, historic landmarks, and a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and whale watching.
• Puerto Limon: Puerto Limon is a major port city located on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. The city is known for its vibrant culture, beautiful beaches, and rich history. Visitors can explore the city's many museums and historic landmarks, enjoy local cuisine, and participate in outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching.
• Roatan Island: Roatan is the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras and is known for its beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and vibrant marine life. It is a popular port of call for cruise ships, allowing visitors to explore the island's many outdoor activities, including snorkelling, diving, fishing, and many restaurants and shops.
• Santarem: Located in the Amazon region of Brazil, Santarem is a port city that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the natural beauty of the rainforest. Visitors can explore the Tapajós National Forest, visit local indigenous communities, and take boat tours along the Tapajós and Amazon rivers.
• St. John's (Antigua): St. John's is the capital city of Antigua and Barbuda, located in the Caribbean. It is known for its beautiful beaches, historical sites such as Fort James and Nelson's Dockyard, and vibrant cultural scene.
• Tobago: Tobago is a small island in the southern Caribbean, part of the nation of Trinidad and Tobago. The island is known for its beaches, coral reefs, and tropical rainforests. Popular activities for visitors include snorkelling, diving, hiking, and birdwatching.
• Tortola: Tortola is the largest and most populated island of the British Virgin Islands, a Caribbean territory of the United Kingdom. The island is known for its white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and coral reefs. Popular activities for visitors include snorkelling, sailing, and exploring the island's natural beauty.