Valparaiso

Begin your adventure in this vibrant hilltop cityYour expedition ship awaits you in Valparaíso, the 'Jewel of the Pacific'. Built on steep hillsides overlooking the ocean, it's well worth spending time in this UNESCO-listed city. Filled with attractions, the city is an exhilarating maze of... Begin your adventure in this vibrant hilltop cityYour expedition ship awaits you in Valparaíso, the 'Jewel of the Pacific'. Built on steep hillsides overlooking the ocean, it's well worth spending time in this UNESCO-listed city. Filled with attractions, the city is an exhilarating maze of winding alleyways, colourful houses, and mercados packed with local produce. Why not take it all in on a funicular ride up to Cerro Alegre and Concepción.  If you’d like to explore more of Valparaíso, you can join one of our optional Pre-Programmes. After picking up your expedition jacket and meeting your Expedition Team, find your cabin and explore the ship, before enjoying the first of many delicious meals on board as we set sail.   Read More

Cruising

Four days at sea on the Pacific coastSpend the next four days enjoying life aboard a working expedition ship. Relax in the hot tub and pool area, stroll the open decks, or grab a drink at the Explorer Bar & Lounge and chat to fellow travellers. 

Cruising

Cruising

Cruising

Callao

Experience the captivating culture of Peru Today we dock in Callao, Peru's main port and gateway to the capital. Founded in the 16th century, Lima is a city where colonial history, cultural traditions, and world-class cuisine combine. Explore the elegant plazas, historic churches, and muse... Experience the captivating culture of Peru Today we dock in Callao, Peru's main port and gateway to the capital. Founded in the 16th century, Lima is a city where colonial history, cultural traditions, and world-class cuisine combine. Explore the elegant plazas, historic churches, and museums of the centre, or head to the districts of Miraflores and Barranco, perched above the Pacific, for local neighbourhood life. Whether you're here for the history or the food, Lima is one of South America's most rewarding cities to explore.   Read More

Cruising

Reflect and relax at sea Enjoy another few days at sea as we sail north. Join the Expedition Team's lectures, learning about Costa Rica's ecosystems and wildlife, then enjoy dining in the ship's restaurant and post-supper drinks at the bar. Head to the observation deck to watch the ocean l... Reflect and relax at sea Enjoy another few days at sea as we sail north. Join the Expedition Team's lectures, learning about Costa Rica's ecosystems and wildlife, then enjoy dining in the ship's restaurant and post-supper drinks at the bar. Head to the observation deck to watch the ocean landscape shift, or find a quiet corner to read.  Read More

Cruising

At Sea

At Sea

Golfito

Rainforest and wildlife on the Golfo DulceToday we're in Golfito, a former banana-exporting town on the sheltered waters of the Golfo Dulce. The surrounding rainforests are among the most biodiverse in Central America, and however you spend your time here, Costa Rica's commitment to conser... Rainforest and wildlife on the Golfo DulceToday we're in Golfito, a former banana-exporting town on the sheltered waters of the Golfo Dulce. The surrounding rainforests are among the most biodiverse in Central America, and however you spend your time here, Costa Rica's commitment to conservation and its extraordinary natural heritage are impossible to miss.  Read More

Curú Wildlife Refuge

White sand and turquoise water in Costa RicaIsla Tortuga is among Costa Rica's most striking tropical spots. An uninhabited island in the Gulf of Nicoya, it's all white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water, and palm-fringed shores. The surrounding waters teem with marine life, and this is a d... White sand and turquoise water in Costa RicaIsla Tortuga is among Costa Rica's most striking tropical spots. An uninhabited island in the Gulf of Nicoya, it's all white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water, and palm-fringed shores. The surrounding waters teem with marine life, and this is a day to slow the pace and take it all in.  Read More

Puntarenas

Your Pacific voyage ends in Costa RicaPuntarenas marks the end of your journey along the Pacific coast. Set on Costa Rica's Gulf of Nicoya, this historic port city has welcomed travellers for generations. Take a walk along the waterfront, grab a coffee, and visit the art gallery at the Cas... Your Pacific voyage ends in Costa RicaPuntarenas marks the end of your journey along the Pacific coast. Set on Costa Rica's Gulf of Nicoya, this historic port city has welcomed travellers for generations. Take a walk along the waterfront, grab a coffee, and visit the art gallery at the Casa de la Cultura. As you bid farewell to MS Roald Amundsen and your fellow passengers, we hope you leave with lasting memories of the Pacific coastline and the places you've encountered along the way.  Read More