Norwegian Star itinerary map for February 18, 2024
Norwegian Star
Norwegian Star
February 18, 2024
14 Night Antarctica & South America

Norwegian Star February 18, 2024

The Norwegian Star February 18, 2024 cruise departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina. On this 14 Night Antarctica & South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Star will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Feb 18th and returns on Sunday, Mar 3rd, 2024.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
7
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Norwegian Star · February 18, 2024

The Norwegian Star sails on February 18, 2024 for a 14 Night Antarctica & South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina on Mar 3rd at 4:45 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Antarctica & South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip)

  • FEB18
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • FEB19
    Montevideo, Uruguay
    Montevideo, Uruguay
    A: 5:45 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • FEB20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB21
    Puerto Madryn, Argentina
    Puerto Madryn, Argentina
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:30 PM
  • FEB22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB18
    Cruise Chilean Fjords
    Cruise Chilean Fjords
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB23
    Punta Arenas, Chile
    Punta Arenas, Chile
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • FEB24
    Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
    Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
    A: 10:30 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • FEB25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB18
    Cruise Admiralty Bay Antarctica
    Cruise Admiralty Bay Antarctica
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB18
    Cruise Elephant Island, Shetland Islands
    Cruise Elephant Island, Shetland Islands
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB28
    Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
    Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • FEB29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR03
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    A: 4:45 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

February 18, 2024 · 14 Night Antarctica & South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip)

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 1•Sunday, Feb 18

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Montevideo, Uruguay
Day 2•Monday, Feb 19

Montevideo, Uruguay

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 1:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 3•Tuesday, Feb 20

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Day 4•Wednesday, Feb 21

Puerto Madryn, Argentina

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:30 PM

Puerto Madryn, Argentina, offers docking at Puerto Madryn Port. Travelers explore Punta Tombo’s penguins and Valdes Peninsula. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell alfajores. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures wildlife and Patagonian vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tehuelche history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance peninsula hikes. Puerto Madryn’s wild charm offers a vibrant Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puerto Madryn an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 5•Thursday, Feb 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cruise Chilean Fjords
Day 6•Sunday, Feb 18

Cruise Chilean Fjords

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cruise Chilean Fjords, no docking; ships cruise Patagonia’s channels. Travelers spot humpback whales. Zodiacs explore tidewater glaciers. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; weather unpredictable. Photography captures fjord cliffs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include penguin postcards.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 6•Friday, Feb 23

Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Punta Arenas, Chile, offers docking at Punta Arenas Port. Travelers explore Plaza Muñoz Gamero and Nao Victoria Museum. Excursions visit Magdalena Island penguins. Local markets sell calafate jam. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Patagonian landscapes and Strait of Magellan vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, a Chilean favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Selk’nam history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance island hikes. Punta Arenas’ wild charm offers a vibrant Chilean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic wildlife, making Punta Arenas an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
Day 7•Saturday, Feb 24

Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina

Arrival: 10:30 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, offers docking at Ushuaia Port. Travelers explore Tierra del Fuego National Park and End of the World Museum. Excursions include Beagle Channel cruises. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Southern Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like penguin crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yamaná history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Ushuaia’s wild charm offers a vibrant Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of rugged landscapes and maritime history, making Ushuaia an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 8•Sunday, Feb 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cruise Admiralty Bay Antarctica
Day 9•Sunday, Feb 18

Cruise Admiralty Bay Antarctica

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cruise Admiralty Bay, Antarctica, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to view penguins and seals. Travelers observe Adélie penguin colonies on Hope Bay. Zodiac cruises spot humpback whales. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to February; ice restricts access. Photography captures icebergs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include Antarctic maps from onboard shops. Briefings stress wildlife distance protocols.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Elephant Island, Shetland Islands
Day 9•Sunday, Feb 18

Cruise Elephant Island, Shetland Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Elephant Island, part of Antarctica’s South Shetland Islands, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs for exploration. Travelers spot chinstrap penguin colonies thriving on rocky slopes at Point Wild, a historic Shackleton expedition site. Zodiac cruises navigate icy waters, revealing humpback whales and leopard seals. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, November to March, offers milder conditions, though ice restricts access. Photography captures dramatic cliffs and icebergs, ideal for adventure seekers. Dining is onboard, with menus featuring hearty stews. Souvenirs, such as Antarctic maps, are sold in ship shops. Briefings enforce IAATO wildlife guidelines, ensuring minimal disturbance. Kayaking offers close views of glacial landscapes. The harsh polar environment requires insulated, waterproof gear. This remote island’s historical and natural significance makes it a bucket-list stop for polar explorers.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 10•Tuesday, Feb 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
Day 11•Wednesday, Feb 28

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands, offers docking at Stanley Port. Travelers explore Gypsy Cove and Falkland Islands Museum. Excursions include penguin-watching at Volunteer Point. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures penguin colonies and South Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Falkland favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover British colonial history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Port Stanley’s wild charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and maritime history, making Port Stanley an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 12•Thursday, Feb 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 13•Friday, Mar 1

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Saturday, Mar 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 15•Sunday, Mar 3

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrival: 4:45 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star - February 18, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Buenos Aires, Argentina

🌦️

February

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

57°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.17in

Daily average

4.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
81 / 100
safer than 81% of all cruises
81
6
/ 10
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires
Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo
Montevideo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and after dark to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Puerto Madryn
Puerto Madryn is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant about personal belongings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Chilean Fjords
Chilean Fjords
The Chilean Fjords offer a safe cruise experience, allowing travelers to enjoy stunning scenery and wildlife without safety concerns.
7
/ 10
Punta Arenas, Chile
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas is relatively safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to prevent theft.
8
/ 10
Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should exercise caution in remote areas and stay aware of their surroundings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Admiralty Bay Antarctica
Admiralty Bay
Travelers can safely enjoy Antarctic scenery and wildlife from aboard their cruise ships in Admiralty Bay without disembarking.
10
/ 10
Cruise Elephant Island, Shetland Islands
Elephant Island
Travelers can safely enjoy the stunning views and wildlife of Elephant Island primarily from their cruise ship without land excursions.
9
/ 10
Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
Port Stanley
Port Stanley offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Star

⚓ Tonnage

91,740

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,348

vs avg 3,120

The Star has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 91,740 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Star is included in Norwegian’s Dawn class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Star holds 2,348 passengers. That includes 1,317 cruise vacationers and 1,031 staff members. The Star total number of staterooms is 1,174.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Star sailing on February 18, 2024?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

What ports does the Norwegian Star visit on the February 18, 2024 cruise?

This route includes buenos-aires-argentina, montevideo-uruguay, puerto-madryn-argentina, cruise-chilean-fjords, punta-arenas-chile, tierra-del-fuego-argentina, cruise-admiralty-bay-antarctica, cruise-elephant-island-shetland-islands, port-stanley-falkland-islands.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Star February 18, 2024 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Star sailing on February 18, 2024?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Star itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.