~~~CaliCruiseFamily~~~ Posted July 17, 2015 #1 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Hi we just booked this excursion for our upcoming cruise it looks like fun!! What are some of the things we should know before we go? What are some extras they charge for? Things we do not want to miss? Thank you ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welldone60 Posted July 17, 2015 #2 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Check out this thread on the ports of call board. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2113892 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~~~CaliCruiseFamily~~~ Posted July 17, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Check out this thread on the ports of call board. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2113892 Thank you ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvCruiSun Posted July 17, 2015 #4 Share Posted July 17, 2015 We totally enjoyed our day there! It's a beautiful lush island with a very nice beach. It wasn't crowded at all. The only people that were there were from the ship, so of course no vendors! The food was really outstanding and the drink service on the beach was really good also. I remember the paella was delish!!! You can enjoy the water activities like stand up paddling boarding, canoes, rafts, etc, or just relax. The staff puts on a show on the 45 minute or so boat ride there and back that was really entertaining. They also serve drinks on the boat ride. Enjoy your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~~~CaliCruiseFamily~~~ Posted July 17, 2015 Author #5 Share Posted July 17, 2015 We totally enjoyed our day there! It's a beautiful lush island with a very nice beach.It wasn't crowded at all. The only people that were there were from the ship, so of course no vendors! The food was really outstanding and the drink service on the beach was really good also. I remember the paella was delish!!! You can enjoy the water activities like stand up paddling boarding, canoes, rafts, etc, or just relax. The staff puts on a show on the 45 minute or so boat ride there and back that was really entertaining. They also serve drinks on the boat ride. Enjoy your cruise! Sounds great!! :) Can't wait!!! Thank you! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted July 20, 2015 #6 Share Posted July 20, 2015 I agree with the other posters. It's a great day. The ride down is so much fun as the crew entertains and you get great views along the way. While there, there are no vendors so that just makes it even better. The food is good, drinks are included, etc. I've been twice. I know there are some things that cost but I can't remember what. I didn't pay anything extra on my two trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~~~CaliCruiseFamily~~~ Posted July 20, 2015 Author #7 Share Posted July 20, 2015 I agree with the other posters. It's a great day. The ride down is so much fun as the crew entertains and you get great views along the way. While there, there are no vendors so that just makes it even better. The food is good, drinks are included, etc. I've been twice. I know there are some things that cost but I can't remember what. I didn't pay anything extra on my two trips. Can't wait!!! :) Thank you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruznjuly Posted July 20, 2015 #8 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Don't miss it! If you have kids, make sure to sign up for the kids adventure- they do zip lining, donkey riding, and some awesome surprises. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carinainacar Posted July 20, 2015 #9 Share Posted July 20, 2015 I was there a few years ago and it was fantastic! The lunch that they serve there, which is included in the fare, is great and very delicious. They also have yummy fresh coconuts for sale on the beach. After lunch, there were so many things to do, you can relax or you can do a bunch of different activities. I tried paddle boarding (I completely failed at it) and kayaking, which was extremely fun. There is also snorkeling available. You can either snorkel around on your own or follow a tour guide who will take you deeper towards the ocean. The crew aboard the boat will put on a hilarious show on your way back to the cruise ship docks, very entertaining. :) Overall it was a great experience and you'll have so much fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rstunger Posted July 27, 2015 #10 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Ignorant question, I'm sure....but, should we be prepared to tip at Las Caletas and I'd so, what is customary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSN-Travelers Posted July 27, 2015 #11 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Ignorant question, I'm sure....but, should we be prepared to tip at Las Caletas and I'd so, what is customary? You will be served by two groups of people during your Las Caletas excursion: the crew on the excursion boat and the land based staff at Las Caletas itself. There will be a couple individuals at the Las Caletas dock holding tip buckets as you depart the excursion site and there will be a boat crew member with a tip bucket back in the port when you get back. Both groups hope that you are very happy (or drunk or both) and want to show your appreciation for the service they rendered during the day. A tip isn't expected but it is hoped for. We, after a dozen or so trips to Las Caletas over 15 years, generally tip based on how much we actually interact with the staff. The staff knows that cruise ship passengers typically arrive with their beach towels, cruise cards and little else. We see very few people tip but those that do leave $5 or $10 USD (50-150 pesos). The USD is the highest I have ever seen it (1 USD = 16+ pesos) and just a few USD's is a lot of tip. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rstunger Posted July 27, 2015 #12 Share Posted July 27, 2015 You will be served by two groups of people during your Las Caletas excursion: the crew on the excursion boat and the land based staff at Las Caletas itself. There will be a couple individuals at the Las Caletas dock holding tip buckets as you depart the excursion site and there will be a boat crew member with a tip bucket back in the port when you get back. Both groups hope that you are very happy (or drunk or both) and want to show your appreciation for the service they rendered during the day. A tip isn't expected but it is hoped for. We, after a dozen or so trips to Las Caletas over 15 years, generally tip based on how much we actually interact with the staff. The staff knows that cruise ship passengers typically arrive with their beach towels, cruise cards and little else. We see very few people tip but those that do leave $5 or $10 USD (50-150 pesos). The USD is the highest I have ever seen it (1 USD = 16+ pesos) and just a few USD's is a lot of tip. Enjoy! Thank you for the helpful information. We're looking forward to our cruise in November, and can't wait to see Las Caletas.😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KroozNut Posted November 3, 2015 #13 Share Posted November 3, 2015 We truly enjoyed our day there in 2013, so much so that we're going back next year on our Miracle cruise! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbfluffy Posted November 3, 2015 #14 Share Posted November 3, 2015 We have gone four times and LOVE it. We are planning to go again. Pay extra for the motorized snorkeling, I think it is called Snuba. Way work it. I think only $35 for 30 minutes!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taters Posted November 5, 2015 #15 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Are there fresh water showers available at Las Caletas? I like to rinse the salt water off after swimming in the ocean. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisincdns Posted November 5, 2015 #16 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) Thank you for the helpful information. We're looking forward to our cruise in November, and can't wait to see Las Caletas.�� Delete Edited November 5, 2015 by cruisincdns Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbaydude Posted November 17, 2015 #17 Share Posted November 17, 2015 There is a fresh water shower located on the path leading to the 1st beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~~~CaliCruiseFamily~~~ Posted November 17, 2015 Author #18 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Was just there last week and it is a tropical paradise!! :) our 18 yr old daughter went Scuba Diving for the first time and the staff was great!! looking forward to going back next year!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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