Windstar Cruises Southern Caribbean Cruises

Retreat to the warm and welcoming islands of the Southern Caribbean with Windstar Cruises. When it comes to fun in the sun, Windstar Cruise’s luxury yacht experience is unlike any other. You’ll sail to charming Southern Caribbean islands like Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire, St. Lucia, Bequia, Barbados, Grenada, and Tobago. Depending on your Southern Caribbean itinerary, your Windstar yacht might even take you to Colon or through the Panama Canal! Spend your days learning about the various islands’ histories, or treat your soul to a little rest and relaxation on some of the world’s best beaches. With Windstar Cruises, the choice of how to spend your days is completely up to you, and you can rest easy knowing that your luxurious yacht—and her plush accommodations—is always waiting back in port. Contact one of our luxury cruise experts to learn more about Windstar Cruises to the Southern Caribbean islands.

Things to Do on a Southern Caribbean Cruise with Windstar Cruises

Escape to the unique islands of the Southern Caribbean, where their old colonial and Dutch influences are still very much alive in Barbados and the ABC islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. As you sail through these island and more, you’ll have a plethora of varied tours and excursions to choose from, including active adventures like snorkeling, diving and hiking, along with more restful escapes to learn about local history, cuisine and culture. Listed below are just a few of the memorable ways to spend your time exploring the Southern Caribbean with Windstar Cruises:

• Scuba Diving Adventure (Kralendijk, Bonaire)
  Learn how to SCUBA dive in Bonaire’s acclaimed National Marine Park. This excursion starts with a classroom session where you’ll learn the basics before getting acquainted with the equipment. Next, enjoy some pool training before heading to the beach for your open water dive in the clear Caribbean.
   

• Aruba Island Tour (Oranjestad, Aruba)
  Take an air-conditioned motorcoach tour of Aruba to see all the best sites, including the 90-foot California Lighthouse, the Ayo Rock Formation, the Bushiribana gold mine ruins and the Natural Bridge, which is over 100 feet of coral limestone. Along the way, you’ll capture bits of Aruban history while taking in the unique landscape.
   

• Curacao 4x4 Safari (Willemstad, Curacao)
  Hop into a 4x4 Land Cruiser for an off-road safari across Curacao wild terrain. Keep your hands inside the vehicle as your careen pass various cacti, trees and animals – including wild pigs, lizards, flamingos and more. You’ll stop in “Driftwood Bay” for a chance to collect your own driftwood souvenir.
   

• Glass Bottom Boat Tour (Kralendijk, Bonaire)
  Explore a whole new world of underwater life, all without even getting wet! This large glass-bottomed boat tour provides unique views of the vibrant reefs and sealife in Bonaire National Marine Park. Your guide will share insights for the marine park while you cruise and drift across the pristine waters.
   

• Ostrich Farm and Hato Caves (Willemstad, Curacao)
  Journey to an ostrich farm near Willemstad for a day with these interesting creatures. You’ll have the chance to hold a big ostrich egg, and may even get to see one hatch or meet a fluffy ostrich chick. After the farm, head to the Hato Caves for a fascinating tour including stalagmites, stalactites, pools and a waterfall.
   

• Rainforest River-Tubing (St. George, Grenada)
  Travel from St. George to the Grand Etang Rainforest Reserve for an unforgettable river tubing adventure on the Balthazar River. Ride the current past lush rainforest scenery and jungle wildlife in between relaxing stops in the lazy pools all along the Balthazar River.