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Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

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The MSC Fantasia departs on March 5th, 2026 and returns 9 nights later.

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MSCMSC Fantasia

MSC Fantasia
March 5, 2026

9-Night South America from Montevideo aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing March 5, 2026 from the Port of Montevideo, Uruguay.

// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Montevideo, Uruguay on Thursday, March 5, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Mar 14th. March weather across this route averages 90°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.1 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $16 on Feb 2.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 61% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Thu → Sat

Montevideo

departure port

Uruguay

port stops

Montevideo

sea days

Day 3

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 Price & Tracking

MSC FANTASIA·MARCH 5, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing March 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,640 ($183 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,360 ($152 per night), this represents a recent increase of 21%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,548

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Fantasia · March 5, 2026

$1,640

$183 per night · 9 nights

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6% above average

Avg $1,548

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MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Feb 2, 2026

$1,640

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$2,258

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Jan 30, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 28, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 26, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 25, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 24, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 22, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 21, 2026

—

$2,274

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Jan 20, 2026

—

$2,109

$3,214

Jan 19, 2026

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$2,109

$3,214

// 03 · ITINERARY

South America from Montevideo Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 5, 2026

The MSC Fantasia sails on March 5, 2026 for a South America from Montevideo (Montevideo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Montevideo, Uruguay at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Montevideo, Uruguay on Mar 14th at 8:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Fantasia

MARCH 5, 2026

10 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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9 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MONTEVIDEO

// 04 · PORTS

South America from Montevideo Port List

MSC Fantasia·March 5, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

THURSDAY·MAR 5

Montevideo

Uruguay

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

3:00 PM

Montevideo, Uruguay, offers docking at Montevideo Port. Travelers explore Plaza Independencia and Pocitos Beach. Excursions visit Colonia del Sacramento. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like mate gourds, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Montevideo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic beaches, making Montevideo an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Buenos Aires, Argentina — Day 2 of MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

FRIDAY·MAR 6

Buenos Aires

Argentina

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

5:00 PM

Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil — Day 5 of MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

MONDAY·MAR 9

Rio De Janeiro

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

7:00 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Maravilha. Travelers explore Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach. Excursions visit Sugarloaf Mountain’s cable car. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures iconic statues and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like samba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carioca history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rio’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks, scenic beaches, and samba culture, making Rio de Janeiro an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Buzios, Brazil — Day 6 of MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

TUESDAY·MAR 10

Buzios

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

7:00 PM

Buzios, Brazil, anchors offshore with tenders to Canto Beach, a 5-minute ride to downtown, population 30,000. Travelers stroll Rua das Pedras for boutiques. Praia da Ferradura offers snorkeling. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Arraial do Cabo, 1 hour east, explore beaches. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes moqueca at seaside restaurants. Souvenirs feature Havaianas flip-flops.

MARCH FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Ilhabela, Brazil — Day 7 of MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 6

WEDNESDAY·MAR 11

Ilhabela

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

Ilhabela, Brazil, has docking at Ilhabela Port. Travelers explore Curral Beach and rainforest trails. Excursions visit Cachoeira da Toca’s waterfalls. Local markets sell cachaça. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures Atlantic forests and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian fish stew. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Ilhabela’s lush landscapes offer a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending beaches with rainforest adventures.

MARCH FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Montevideo, Uruguay — Day 10 of MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SATURDAY·MAR 14

Montevideo

Uruguay

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

—

Returning to Montevideo — see Day 1 above for port info.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

South America from Montevideo Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia·March 5, 2026

MAR FORECAST · MONTEVIDEO

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

72°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

88°

AVG LOW

56°

AVG RAINFALL

4.6"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT MONTEVIDEO

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Fantasia March 5, 2026 Excursions

MSC Fantasia·March 5, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

South America from Montevideo

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

CAUTION TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 61% of all cruises

6.1/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS

01

Montevideo 🌍

Uruguay · UruguayMODERATE

Montevideo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and after dark to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Buenos Aires 🌍

Argentina · ArgentinaCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Rio De Janeiro 🌍

Brazil · BrazilHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Rio de Janeiro should stay vigilant, avoid high-risk areas, and take standard safety precautions to mitigate crime risks.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Buzios 🌍

Brazil · BrazilMODERATE

Travelers in Buzios should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in isolated areas and after dark, to ensure safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Ilhabela 🌍

Brazil · BrazilMODERATE

Travelers in Ilhabela should remain vigilant and avoid isolated areas after dark due to the moderate risk of petty theft and crime.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Fantasia Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · FANTASIA

CHRISTENED

2008

STATEROOMS

1,635

TONNAGE

137,936GT

1.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2008

5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

1,093ft

6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,274cruisers

27.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Fantasia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet in length. MSC Fantasia is included in MSC's Fantasia class. At full capacity, the Fantasia holds 3,274 passengers. That includes 1,961 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Fantasia total number of staterooms is 1,635.