Explorer of the Seas itinerary map for March 9, 2025
Explorer of the Seas

11 Night Southern Caribbean on Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas

March 9, 2025

Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025

The Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 11 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the Explorer of the Seas will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Mar 9th and returns on Thursday, Mar 20th, 2025.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
4
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Cruise Price - Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025

Explorer of the Seas · March 9, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship departing March 9, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,996 ($182 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,319 ($120 per night), this represents a recent increase of 51%.

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Inside
$1,996
🌊
Oceanview
$2,174
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Balcony
$3,633
👑
Suite
$3,732

Price History – Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025

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Explorer of the Seas
March 9, 2025
$1,996
51% vs avg: $1,319

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Explorer of the Seas · March 9, 2025

The Explorer of the Seas sails on March 9, 2025 for a 11 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Mar 20th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Explorer of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

  • MAR09
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR12
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR13
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR14
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR15
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 4:30 PM - D: —
  • MAR09
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • MAR17
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR20
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 9, 2025 · 11 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Sunday, Mar 9

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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At Sea
Day 2•Monday, Mar 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Tuesday, Mar 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Day 4•Wednesday, Mar 12

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

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Colon, Panama
Day 5•Thursday, Mar 13

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

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Cartagena, Colombia
Day 6•Friday, Mar 14

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 7•Saturday, Mar 15

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 4:30 PM•Departure: —

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

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Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 8•Sunday, Mar 16

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

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Willemstad, Curacao
Day 9•Monday, Mar 17

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 10•Tuesday, Mar 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 11•Wednesday, Mar 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Miami, Florida
Day 12•Thursday, Mar 20

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Explorer of the Seas - March 9, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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March

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

52°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
65 / 100
safer than 65% of all cruises
65
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

Cruise Ship

Explorer of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

137,308

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

1,020

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

3,286

vs avg 4,184

The Explorer of the Seas has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 137,308 gross tons. The ship measures 1,020 feet in length. Explorer of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager class. At full capacity, the Explorer of the Seas holds 3,286 passengers. That includes 2,101 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Explorer of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,643.

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Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025 FAQ

How many nights is the Explorer of the Seas sailing on March 9, 2025?▾

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the Explorer of the Seas visit on the March 9, 2025 cruise?▾

This route includes miami-florida, puerto-limon-costa-rica, colon-panama, cartagena-colombia, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao.

How many sea days are included on this Explorer of the Seas March 9, 2025 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Explorer of the Seas sailing on March 9, 2025?▾

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 Explorer of the Seas itinerary?▾

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

Last Updated: May 4, 2026