Central America & Mexico Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
140 ships from 24 cruise lines across 8 countries
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Upcoming sailings calling in Central America & Mexico, earliest departure first.
Central America & Mexico cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 630 upcoming sailings on 140 ships from 24 cruise lines visiting Central America & Mexico, calling at 47 places. Cruises can start in Balboa, Colón, Puntarenas, Loreto, Cabo San Lucas, Guaymas and 2 more and end in Balboa, Cabo San Lucas, Colón, Guaymas, La Paz Mexico, Loreto and 3 more.
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Le Bellot
Ships by type: 132 ocean 12 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in Central America & Mexico by country
Compare Central America & Mexico cruise lines
Royal Caribbean has the most upcoming sailings among Central America & Mexico cruise lines (77). Starting fares run from $199 per person. Most sailings last 6–33 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (24)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 33 | $14,298 | 10–26 nights (typically 16) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 23 | $4,929 | 19–120 nights (typically 81) |
| Silversea Cruises | 9 | $7,700 | 13–77 nights (typically 13) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 2 | $7,300 | 7 nights |
Luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 44 | $1,620 | 7–44 nights (typically 7) |
| Ponant Cruises | 25 | $2,330 | 7–12 nights (typically 7) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 10 | $3,825 | 9–21 nights (typically 16) |
| Scenic Cruises | 5 | $20,890 | 11–25 nights (typically 11) |
Premium cruise lines (7)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindblad Expeditions | 35 | $3,200 | 5–15 nights (typically 7) |
| Crystal Cruises | 33 | $3,700 | 9–33 nights (typically 9) |
| Windstar Cruises | 32 | $2,416 | 7–25 nights (typically 7) |
| Viking Cruises | 22 | $3,599 | 10–68 nights (typically 17) |
| Azamara Cruises | 19 | $2,659 | 11–74 nights (typically 11) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 13 | $9,208 | 14–24 nights (typically 14) |
| Emerald Cruises | 8 | $10,296 | 7–18 nights (typically 18) |
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | 77 | $199 | 4–8 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 72 | $614 | 10–28 nights (typically 21) |
| Princess Cruises | 53 | $524 | 7–23 nights (typically 16) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 34 | $499 | 5–18 nights (typically 7) |
| MSC Cruises | 29 | $327 | 7–22 nights (typically 7) |
| Cunard | 19 | $2,479 | 16–56 nights (typically 14) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 18 | $486 | 4–11 nights (typically 6) |
| Virgin Voyages | 4 | $1,090 | 5–17 nights (typically 5) |
Other cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Clippers | 11 | $2,010 | 7–14 nights (typically 7) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise embarkation (8)
Balboa · Cabo San Lucas · Colón · Guaymas · Loreto · Puerto Limon · Puntarenas · San José del Cabo
Cruise disembarkation (9)
Balboa · Cabo San Lucas · Colón · Guaymas · La Paz Mexico · Loreto · Panama Canal · Puntarenas · San José del Cabo
Cruise lines sailing in Central America & Mexico (24)
Ocean cruise lines (24)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
Luxury cruise lines (4)
Premium cruise lines (7)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
Other cruise lines (1)
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Frequently asked questions about Central America & Mexico cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Central America & Mexico?
Yes. Cruises start in Balboa, Colón, Puntarenas, Loreto, Cabo San Lucas, Guaymas, Puerto Limon and San José del Cabo. Cruises end in Balboa, Cabo San Lucas, Colón, Guaymas, La Paz Mexico, Loreto, Panama Canal, Puntarenas and 1 more.
How many places do cruises visit in Central America & Mexico?
47 Central America & Mexico places are visited by 140 ships from 24 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Central America & Mexico?
24 cruise lines sail to Central America & Mexico, including Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Emerald Cruises, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises and 18 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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