
Diverse Cultures and National Parks of Latin America (Southbound)
Diverse Cultures and National Parks of Latin America (Southbound)
Join this expedition to five Latin American countries southbound from Costa Rica to Chile, uncovering ancient pyramids, exceptionally beautiful national reserves, and delicious local delicacies.
Our small ships mean we can take you to where larger ships can’t, giving you a mix of places to explore, from cities to remote islands. At times, due to weather, we may need to change or cancel our plan for that day. Rest assured that this is all part of what it is to be on an authentic adventure in this exotic region.
Paradises in Costa Rica, Panama, and Ecuador
From Puntarenas we’ll journey to Quepos and Golfito, two ports that give access to nearby Costa Rican national parks full of scenic habitats and animal life such as toucans, iguana, sloths, monkeys and a range of seabirds. We stop at Manta to visit Montecristi, where classic Panama hats were invented and still handmade to this day. And while in Puerto Bolivar we learn about the historical importance of the oro verde for the local economy.
Peruvian pyramids and Chilean cities
First call in Peru will be at Salaverry, where you can tour the ancient temple and city ruins around Trujillo. Then we head to colonial Lima, a UNESCO capital with a sumptuous cuisine offer. Next it’s Paracas, where you can visit bio-diverse Ballestas Islands, then the sun-soaked resort towns of Arica and Iquique, the old colonial town of La Serena, and eventually the UNESCO-listed Valparaíso, where your expedition will come to an end.
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Day 1
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Beginning of your exotic expedition
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Day 2
Quepos, Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s favourite paradise
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Day 3
Golfito, Costa Rica
From Bananas to Bargains
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Day 4
At Sea
Serenity at sea
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Day 5
Manta, Ecuador
Sea, sand, surf… and tuna?
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Day 6
Puerto Bolivar (Machala), Ecuador
Growing green gold
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Day 7
At Sea
At your leisure
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Day 8
Salaverry / Trujillo, Peru
An archaeologist’s dream
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Day 9
Callao / Lima, Peru
Food, glorious food
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Day 10
Paracas / Pisco, Peru
Birds and brandy
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Day 11
At Sea
Fresh sea air
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Day 12
Arica, Chile
‘City of Everlasting Spring’
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Day 13
Iquique, Chile
Chile’s Premier Beach Resort
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Day 14
At Sea
Relax on board
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Day 15
La Serena, Chile
Neo-colonial and classy
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Day 16
Valparaíso, Chile
End of your exotic expedition
Departures
2023
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What's included
Included in your voyage
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
- 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 boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
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 Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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MS Fridtjof Nansen - Practical information
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Experts in exploration
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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