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Cruises from Tampa to Colombia

Colombia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. As a matter-of-fact, you can easily get there by taking one of the cruises that depart out of Tampa.

Tampa welcomes many cruise ships throughout the year at its cruise terminals, offering a wide range of itineraries to Colombia. Carnival Cruise Line , Celebrity Cruises , Norwegian Cruise Line , and Royal Caribbean are just a few of the world’s largest cruise lines.

In addition to being a convenient departure port, Tampa is also a great city that should be explored either before or after a cruise. The Channelside Entertainment Complex, located near the harbor, offers shopping, dining, and entertainment. Make your way through the Y-Bor district, where you can shop for the best hand-rolled cigars or try artisanal brews. Visit Busch Gardens, which has two exciting parks to select from for the perfect family.

If you want to relax before or after your cruise to Colombia, Tampa is the place to be.

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Celebrity Constellation, Western Caribbean from Tampa, February 1, 2025

12-day cruise to Cayman Islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico with Celebrity Cruises Cruising from: Tampa, Florida; Departure Date: February 1, 2025; Duration: 12-day cruise; Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises; Cruise Ship: Celebrity Constellation; Ports of Call: Tampa, George Town, Cartagena,[…]

Celebrity Constellation, Western Caribbean from Tampa, January 11, 2025

12-day cruise to Cayman Islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico with Celebrity Cruises Cruising from: Tampa, Florida; Departure Date: January 11, 2025; Duration: 12-day cruise; Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises; Cruise Ship: Celebrity Constellation; Ports of Call: Tampa, George Town, Cartagena,[…]

Celebrity Constellation, Western Caribbean from Tampa, November 30, 2024

12-day cruise to Cayman Islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico with Celebrity Cruises Cruising from: Tampa, Florida; Departure Date: November 30, 2024; Duration: 12-day cruise; Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises; Cruise Ship: Celebrity Constellation; Ports of Call: Tampa, George Town, Cartagena,[…]

Celebrity Constellation, Western Caribbean from Tampa, March 23, 2024

12-day cruise to Cayman Islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica & Mexico with Celebrity Cruises Cruising from: Tampa, Florida; Departure Date: March 23, 2024; Duration: 12-day cruise; Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises; Cruise Ship: Celebrity Constellation; Ports of Call: Tampa, George Town, Cartagena,[…]

Celebrity Constellation, Western Caribbean from Tampa, March 11, 2024

12-day cruise to Cayman Islands, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica & Mexico with Celebrity Cruises Cruising from: Tampa, Florida; Departure Date: March 11, 2024; Duration: 12-day cruise; Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises; Cruise Ship: Celebrity Constellation; Ports of Call: Tampa, George Town, Cartagena,[…]

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Experience rhythms, passions and natural splendor.

Indulge in a feast for the senses on an epic South America cruise with Princess®. Feel the rhythm of more than a thousand years of history and culture while savoring an incredible variety of regional cuisine. Marvel at captivating views of the legendary Amalia Glacier, make friends with the famous Falkland Island penguins and sail to the very bottom of the world with our all-new Antarctica cruise itineraries. Spectacular monuments, stunning natural beauty and one-of-a-kind experiences from ship to shore will both inspire and surprise you. Enjoy the adventure and excitement of a South America cruise and come back new®.

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Journey outside San Antonio and discover a world of history and culture. Revel in the sights of Viña del Mar, known as the “Chilean Riviera.” Sip and savor the sun-kissed wine regions of Casablanca and Maipo. And watch a thrilling Chilean rodeo followed by a traditional meal.

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Visit the most isolated continent on Earth on an Antarctica cruise. This rugged landscape is some 1,200 miles long, and reaches beyond the Antarctic Circle. Sail along glacial waters and enjoy views of Elephant Island, Antarctic Sound and Gerlache Strait. From your balcony stateroom, marvel at glaciers and icebergs along the peninsula that have been carved into unique shapes by the wind and waves.

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One of the great cities of the world, Buenos Aires blends European elegance, cowboy culture and the sultry sounds of the tango. See Belle Époque palaces and visit Recoleta Cemetery before departing for such storied ports as Puerto Madryn and Ushuaia.

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Antarctica & Cape Horn

You’ll experience the distinct cultural offerings of Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Punta Arenas and Santiago — and witness the unforgettable beauty of Cape Horn and Antarctica.

Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan

Set sail on an amazing voyage around the legendary Cape Horn, embodying the determined spirit of the sailors who made the historic voyage in years past aboard small clipper ships. Along the way, your cruise highlights will include an encounter with the icy wonder that is the Amalia Glacier, and abundant wildlife. After embarking from Santiago or Buenos Aires, you’ll visit a plethora of unforgettable ports.

Brazilian adventure

Sail along the eastern coast of South America, highlighted by red cliffs, untouched beaches and dense rainforests of Brazil and wind your way through the Caribbean. With an overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro, you’ll have a chance to taste traditional Brazillian cuisine and visit historic sites such as the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain.

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5 to 6-day land tours for South America

Iguazu Falls

Stand in the presence of a waterfall taller and wider than Niagara Falls: Iguazú Falls. Experience this UNESCO World Heritage Site from both Brazil and Argentina, then gaze up at Rio de Janeiro’s revered Christ the Redeemer statue and iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Machu Picchu explorer

Touch the clouds over dramatic Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”. Tour ancient fortresses in the Incan capital of Cusco and view the extravagant architecture of the Historic Center of Lima – all three Peru highlights are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Explore the world-class wines, cuisine, and rhythm of the most diverse continent on the planet on a cruise to South America.

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Since Florida represents the southernmost point in the USA, getting from there to Mexico, Central America, and South America involves a much shorter trip than anywhere else you could leave from. As you set sail from these sunny ports for cruises from Florida, you’ll be looking forward to upcoming stops in ancient cities, gorgeous beaches, vibrant capitals, or the Panama Canal.

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Your adventure begins in one of the world-famous Floridian cruise ports such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Tampa. These hubs are well-equipped to provide a smooth departure and all of them are gateways to to the Caribbean and Latin America.

With cruises from Tampa, for instance, you can head to the Yucatan Peninsula, Honduras, Belize, Panama, Costa Rica, and Colombia with regular departures. You can take a retirement cruise full of comfort and entertainment , but do something more adventurous than just puttering around the Bahamas.

At many times of the year, you can sail from Miami or Ft. Lauderdale even further, including all the way down to Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. Ships that go through the Panama Canal may take you Ecuador and Peru.

With a myriad of cruise lines to choose from, you can find a voyage that caters exactly to your taste, your timeline, and style of travel, including luxurious liners with all-inclusive amenities.

If your idea of fun is being on a megaship that holds thousands, however, you’ll need to board in one of the two southern ports. Ships entering Tampa Bay need to pass under a high bridge and the ships that look like floating skyscrapers are too tall.

We posted a definitive guide to Central America cruises before, but those were from both coasts and Texas. Here’s where you can get from the Florida ports, including Mexico and South America.

Where You Will Stop on a Latin American Cruise

As you navigate through the warm Caribbean Sea or the vast Atlantic Ocean, each day presents a new destination to explore. Your itinerary might include stops in culturally rich cities like Cartagena, Colombia, with its cobblestone streets and colonial architecture, or in the diverse ecosystems of the Amazon River. Dive into the deep blues of the Honduras Bay Islands or explore the biodiverse jungle regions of Costa Rica and Panama.

Embarking on a cruise from Florida to Latin America offers an array of experiences, from exploring ancient ruins to lounging on sun-soaked beaches. While you’ll need to dock in big enough ports to accommodate cruise ships, there are plenty of those down the Caribbean and Atlantic coasts.

Cruises to Mexico often stop in a combination of Progreso, Cozumel, and Mahual/Costa Maya, with excursions available to Mayan ruins, Merida, Playa del Carmen, and the Sian Ka’an Biosphere. Further south they will dock near Belize City, Rio Lagartos, or Roatan Island. There’s one port on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica and cruises will often go through the Panama Canal from the Caribbean side and end up in the Pacific Ocean on the other side.

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Those that keep going down the Atlantic may head to Cartagena, with excursions available to many places in Colombia. Some will stop in lesser-known destinations such as Guyana or will continue on to several stops along the coast of Brazil. It’s possible for some ships—including luxury ones from the likes of Silversea—to to travel inland 1,500 kilometers up the Amazon River to Manaus.

Sailing into Rio de Janeiro presents a beautiful panorama of the skyline and pointing rock mountains, the Christ the Redeemer statue looking down at you from the highest point. After crossing by Uruguay, with maybe a trip to Montevideo, the last stop is usually Buenos Aires. It’s a long stretch of coast down to Ushuaia, the crossing point for trips to Antarctica in ships meant for rough seas and ice.

How Much Time Do You Need to Reach Latin America From Florida?

If you’re only headed to the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, you can depart on a cruise that lasts less than a week and travel to Cozumel and back. Most ships heading there will make some other stops at Caribbean islands to break up the trip.

To go further than that, you’ll need at least 5 full days and probably more like a week. Don’t forget to factor in getting to your port city a day early to be safe and building in time to get home from Florida.

For example, an itinerary going to Belize and Honduras is usually at least 7 nights and 8 days. A longer one reaching Panama and Colombia will likely take two weeks. Those that travel further south are 20 to 30 days. With some of those, you may be flying back at the end as well.

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Sailing Dates and Availability

The peak period for cruises from Florida is when it’s cold up north and people want to escape, so you’ll find more departures November through March than in the warmer months. School breaks are in the summer though, of course, so if you’re traveling as a family you’ll still find some options in June and July. Many of the ships head across the Atlantic to serve the Mediterranean in the summer months though rather than sticking around the Americas.

Once it starts getting into hurricane season, however, generally August until November, it’s too risky for cruise ships to ply these waters. It’s also the rainiest time of year in Central America.

Itinerary Highlights on the Ship

For some parts of the journey, the getting there may indeed be half the fun. There are some waterways that get top billing in the itineraries because of what you’ll see from the deck.

The example mentioned earlier is the famous Panama Canal, a wonder of engineering that allows ships to pass through locks at different elevations and cross between two oceans. Some Panama Canal sailings don’t return to their original port: they sail from Florida and end up in California, or vice-versa.

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Understanding the Fine Print

When planning your cruise from Florida to Latin America, it’s crucial to pay attention to the finer details of your booking to avoid surprises. Understanding your rights around cancellation and what your travel insurance covers can save you both time and money.

Before booking your cruise, review the cancellation and refund policy carefully. Cancellation terms can vary significantly depending on the cruise line and ticket type, as well as how close to departure you are getting. You’ll often lose half the fare price if you cancel less than two months out and you could lose it all if canceling a few weeks before it sails. Insure your trip properly so you won’t be out so much money if a medical emergency or other issue arises.

Additionally, certain promotional fares might have stricter restrictions which could include being non-refundable or subject to higher fees upon cancellation. Always verify these details on the external website or in the documentation provided by the cruise line when booking your trip.

Purchasing travel insurance should be a given for reasons beyond just mitigating your cancellation risk. It will also cover medical bills abroad, reimburse you for lost or delayed baggage, and probably even cover problems with your flight in getting to port.

As with your cruise agreement, some policies might also have exclusions or limitations, so read the terms closely and know what you’re buying.

Embarking on a cruise from Florida to Latin America offers you a unique opportunity to explore diverse cultures, cuisines, and landscapes. You’ll find a variety of itineraries that cater to different tastes and preferences. You can choose from shorter excursions that are ideal for a quick getaway or longer voyages that allow for deeper exploration.

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Timothy Scott is the founder and editor of Luxury Latin America and has been covering the region as a travel journalist since the mid-2000s. He has visited each country we cover multiple times and is based in a UNESCO World Heritage city in central Mexico, where he owns a home. See contact information here .

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Sail from one incredible destination to another on one of our luxury repositioning cruises. Explore Europe’s dynamic cities. Lounge on Fort Lauderdale’s stunning beaches. Spend relaxed days on board one of our luxury cruise ships in the award-winning spa, dipping in the sparkling pool, and tasting world-class culinary creations inspired by global destinations. With plenty of days at sea and stops in some of the most coveted ports in the world, these repositioning cruises promise adventure both on and off the ship.

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Itineraries, view all repositioning cruises, explore two continents on an unforgettable repositioning cruise.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the Atlantic or the Pacific Ocean aboard our spectacular repositioning cruises. Sail from one continent to another on an award-winning ship , and experience unrivaled luxury, service, and entertainment as it relocates from one region of the world to another.

In the late fall, our repositioning cruises sail from Europe, where you’ll depart from fascinating cities like Lisbon, Southampton, and Rome, to North America. Stop in stunning destinations such as Nice, Provence, the Azores, and the Canary Islands, and luxuriate in consecutive days at sea before arriving at your debarkation port in Florida or the Northeast. Or cruise between Europe and South America on a cruise from Lisbon to Rio de Janeiro and explore ports in the Canary Islands and Brazil. 

In the early spring, our transatlantic cruises depart from the United States and head back across the Atlantic, stopping in beautiful European destinations along the way, such as the islands of Palma de Mallorca and Corsica, before arriving in Rome, Southampton, and Lisbon.

Whether you choose to board a relocation cruise in the spring or fall, you’ll find a wealth of options to choose from. Depending on your itinerary, you’ll explore the sun-soaked Mediterranean, visit popular ports across Western Europe, or stop in Iceland and Greenland along the way. 

Sail across the Bering Sea and the Pacific Ocean on a transpacific cruise that travels from Asia to North America—and vice versa. Depart from the exciting city of Tokyo and stop in destinations in Russia and Japan along the way. A highlight of a transpacific cruise is traversing the International Dateline.

You can also board one of our repositioning cruises between Hawaii and Australia. Depart from either Honolulu or Sydney and visit breathtaking islands in the South Pacific, including New Zealand’s idyllic Bay of Islands, dreamy destinations in French Polynesia like Bora Bora and Tahiti, and the tropical islands of Hawaii.

Aside from these remarkable journeys across continents, we also have exciting repositioning cruises that travel from one destination to another within the Western Hemisphere. Sail between San Diego or Los Angeles and Vancouver and cruise along the Pacific Coast, stopping in destinations throughout California, Oregon, Washington, and Canada along the way. Or combine a tropical vacation in the Caribbean with sightseeing in the Northeast by embarking on an open-jaw itinerary between Miami and Cape Liberty or Boston; San Juan and Cape Liberty; or a Caribbean cruise from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan.

On all of our repositioning cruises, you’ll have access to exciting venues and unlimited entertainment. Spend days at sea lounging by the outdoor pool or relaxing at the indoor solarium. Schedule a day at the spa and choose from a number of reinvigorating and revitalizing treatments. Dine on delicious dishes designed by a Michelin-starred chef. Dance under the stars at one of our rooftop lounges. There’s no shortage of magic and adventure awaiting on a Celebrity cruise.

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