Western Caribbean Cruises
Western Caribbean Cruise Overview
The Western Caribbean, which stretches from Jamaica all the way to Mexico, boasts a wide array of exciting activities and sights. Whether you're interested in exploring ancient ruins, hiking alongside majestic waterfalls, or just laying out in the sun on a beautiful white-sand beach, Western Caribbean cruise destinations offer a little something for everyone.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica is the Western Caribbean's most popular port and home to a wide variety of land-based and water-based activities. Ocho Rios offers something for everyone – safaris, hiking, beautiful beaches, watersports, museums, shopping areas, and fine dining.
Cozumel, Mexico, an island just off the coast of the Mexican mainland, is also one of the most popular Western Caribbean cruising destinations. Cozumel is known mainly for its Mayan ruins, which date back to 200 A.D., but it also offers beautiful beaches, wonderful shopping, and a "must-see" submarine ride.
Located just south of Cozumel in the Western Caribbean is Belize City, Belize, which is home to even more Mayan pyramids. Belize is also known for its rainforests, watersports, beaches, and barrier reef.
The port of George Town, the capital of The Cayman Islands, is another popular Western Caribbean cruise destination best known for its scuba diving and snorkeling..
Southern Caribbean Cruise Activities & Attractions
Chankanaab Park: A National Park in Cozumel, which surrounds a lagoon. Perfect for snorkeling, swimming, or just relaxing on the beach.
San Gervaiso: Located in the Cozumel jungle, these ruins were once the centerpieces of Mayan civilization.
Dunn's River Falls: The most famous waterfall in the Western Caribbean. Tour guides lead groups to the top – from there, you can see the falls emptying into the sea. Located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Punta Sur Park: An ecological reserve located in Cozumel. Visitors can take a 40-minute catamaran ride around Colombia Sur lagoon.
Fern Gully: This dried-up riverbed is now a three-mile stretch of winding road that leads visitors through a lush, tropical canopy of trees.
Wyndham Rose Hall Golf & Beach Resort; An 18-hole golf course. Located in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Thriller Powerboat; A "thrilling" powerboat ride. Located in Belize City, Belize.
Altan Ha; You can climb to the top of this giant Mayan pyramid, which was built to honor the Sun God.
El Cedral: Located in Cozumel, El Cedral is the oldest Mayan structure still in existence.
Pier One On The Waterfront: This open-air seafood restaurant, located in Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers patrons a beautiful view of the sunsets over the bay. It's also host to many outdoor concerts.
Caliche River Rafting Tours: Take an exhilarating whitewater rafting tour through the rainforests of Jamaica. Tours are available in both Ocho Rios and Montego Bay.
Paradise Beach: This beach in Cozumel offers snorkeling, shopping, and dining.
Dolphin Discovery Center: Visitors can take part in a 30-minute Dolphin Encounter, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to play with and pet dolphins.
Western Caribbean Cruises Climate
The temperature in the Western Caribbean hovers around 85 degrees all year long. August is, on average, the warmest month throughout the Western Caribbean while October is generally the rainiest. Hurricane season in the Western Caribbean runs late compared to the rest of the region, lasting from mid-September to early November..
Western Caribbean Cruise Departure Ports
Most Western Caribbean cruises depart from Florida, but some of the longer Western Caribbean cruises also leave from Texas, New Orleans, Charleston, or New York City.
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