Marella Explorer itinerary map for December 13, 2024 (7 nights)

Marella Explorer — December 13, 20247-Night Canarian Flavours on TUI Marella

This 7-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands on Friday, December 13, 2024 and returns on Friday, Dec 20th. December weather across this route averages 73°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.9 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Santa Cruz De Tenerife

Canary Islands

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - Canarian Flavours

Marella Explorer · December 13, 2024

The Marella Explorer sails on December 13, 2024 for a Canarian Flavours. The ship will depart the port of Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands on Dec 20th at 5:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Marella Explorer will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Canarian Flavours

DEC13
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
DEC14
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
DEC15
Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC17
Funchal, Madeira
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC18
Funchal, Madeira
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC19
Santa Cruz De La Palma, Canary Islands
A: 5:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
DEC20
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
A: 5:30 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 13, 2024 · Canarian Flavours

Day 1•Friday, Dec 13

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Saturday, Dec 14

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 3•Sunday, Dec 15

Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, docks at Puerto de Naos, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 60,000, features the San Gabriel Castle, now a history museum. Charco de San Ginés, a lagoon, hosts fishing boats. Excursions to Timanfaya National Park, 30 minutes west, explore volcanic craters. Local markets sell mojo sauce. Peak season November to April; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes papas arrugadas at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature lava jewelry.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Monday, Dec 16

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 17

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 18

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Funchal, Madeira — see Day 5 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Thursday, Dec 19

Santa Cruz De La Palma, Canary Islands

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, offers docking at La Palma Port. Travelers explore old town’s colonial streets and Caldera de Taburiente. Excursions visit Los Tilos’ laurel forests. Local markets sell mojo sauce. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures colorful facades and volcanic vistas. Dining onboard includes papas arrugadas, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like cigar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover La Palma history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Santa Cruz’s island allure offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and natural beauty, making La Palma an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Friday, Dec 20

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Marella Explorer - December 13, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands

🌤️

December

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.05in

Daily average

1.6 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

79 / 100

safer than 79% of all cruises

/ 10

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.

/ 10

Las Palmas

Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.

/ 10

Arrecife

Arrecife is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty crime, especially in busy areas.

/ 10

Funchal

Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.

/ 10

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz de La Palma is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

77,000

vs avg 79,453

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,002

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,924

vs avg 2,048

The Explorer has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 77,000 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Explorer is included in TUI Marella Cruises’s Century class. At full capacity, the Marella Explorer holds 1,924 passengers. That includes 1,924 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Explorer total number of staterooms is 0.

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Marella Explorer December 13, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Marella Explorer December 13, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, December averages 73°F highs and 59°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 13, 2024 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Marella Explorer sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Marella Explorer departs Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM and returns on Friday, Dec 20th, 2024 at 5:30 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026