CENTRAL AMERICA CRUISES

Ponant is famous for its Central America Cruises and thankfully BlueSun Travel is here to help you book one.

Much more than simply a bridge between the Northern and Southern parts of a diverse, multifaceted continent, Central America has its own riches to unveil to the visitor. From the remains of the Maya civilisation on the Yucatán Peninsula to Belize and Guatemala extends a dense blanket of vegetation unlike anything else in the world.

Central America's colonial past, evident in the architecture of many of the towns and cities, also finds its echo in certain international-scale constructions in the region. Thus the transit of the Panama Canal continues to be one of the major attractions of a cruise to Central America.

Central America is one of those territories of all possibilities. It satisfies history buffs, it delights diving and nature enthusiasts, it enchants travelers in search of rest and dream beaches. Not convinced yet? Here are, in detail, three reasons to choose a cruise in Central America .

Before the Spanish conquest, the Maya reigned supreme in Central America. The ruins of their city-states are there to testify to this. Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Palenque, Uxmal or the archaeological site of Edzná on the Yucatán Peninsula , Lamanai in Belize, Tikal in Guatemala, Tazumal in El Salvador… Central America is dotted with these jewels from another time. Temples, pyramids and ornaments remind us of the power of a people who developed perfected writing, a rich culture and economy. Whether emerging from the jungle or overlooking the sea, the remains of Mayan cities are essential stops on a trip to Central America.

At sea or on land, Central America offers a diversity of panoramas that suit both lovers of scuba diving and greenery. On Central America cruises, don't miss Belize's Great Blue Hole , considered one of the most beautiful dive sites in the world. The Sea of ​​Cortez and the islands of the Gulf of California in Mexico or the Pearl Archipelago in Panama are full of seabed to explore during snorkeling. Accompanied by an expert and our naturalist guides, you won't miss any of the surprises that the coral reefs, the multicolored fish, the sea turtles have in store, nor the exceptional opportunity to swim with the sea lions in Los Islotes off the coast of Baja California. In Costa Rica, the exploration of the canopy, primary forests and national parks where the sounds of a vibrant nature rustle makes the hearts of travelers race. The volcanic landscapes of Guatemala or Nicaragua, the lakes, rivers and mangroves complete the lush landscapes of this region between North and South America which contains no less than 7% of the world's biodiversity.

Visit remarkable historic towns

Whichever Central American countries are visited, the colonial imprint recalls the region's past. With perfectly preserved historic centers, the cities of La Antigua in Guatemala or Granada in Nicaragua are examples. In Mexico , the walled city of Campeche or the capital of Yucatán, Mérida , amaze. Belize City and Panama City also have their share of monuments not to be missed. In Panama , the attraction is also strong around the famous canal. Its history is just as thrilling as that of the colonial cities.