toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 #1 Share Posted January 6, 2014 I just realized that the excursions that I booked in Belize and Raotan involve tender ships . I am not very fit or brave . Are they difficult to get in and out of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCP Posted January 6, 2014 #2 Share Posted January 6, 2014 They're fine. I am not very graceful, and there are cruise staff every step of the way to lend you a hand if you need it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thanks : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 6, 2014 #4 Share Posted January 6, 2014 As mentioned, even when the tenders are rocking in choppy or windy water, there will be crew members holding and guiding you completely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thanks so much . Last silly question... Promise : ) is it stairs or ladders down into the boats and, if it is stairs do they have railings? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted January 6, 2014 #6 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Some people like to take gloves with them if they have to use tenders. The oars they make you use can be a bit rough on the hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love my butler Posted January 6, 2014 #7 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Some people like to take gloves with them if they have to use tenders. The oars they make you use can be a bit rough on the hands. And I usually try to wear at least two shirts because the whips really sting my back... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokerpro5 Posted January 6, 2014 #8 Share Posted January 6, 2014 You are tendering in Roatan? Tough break. I was just there on December 26, and there was no tendering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #9 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Point taken : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted January 6, 2014 That was in reply to Colin from Illinois not the last commenter . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Did you enjoy your cruise pokerpto5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCP Posted January 6, 2014 #12 Share Posted January 6, 2014 On our last sailing, we were supposed to tender also, according to the paperwork, but ended up docking. Belize is always a tender port for all lines. And there may be some stairs - no ladders. Enjoy your cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thanks DCP : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokerpro5 Posted January 6, 2014 #14 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Did you enjoy your cruise pokerpto5 Here is my review: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1965445 Review of Belize: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1966112 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #15 Share Posted January 6, 2014 This will be helpful to read. Thank -you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caffine Posted January 6, 2014 #16 Share Posted January 6, 2014 How do you know if you tender? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted January 6, 2014 It should be on your cruise confirmation ( under edocs). It is on mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted January 6, 2014 #18 Share Posted January 6, 2014 It should be on your cruise confirmation ( under edocs). It is on mine Apparently your cruise docs may not be accurate when it comes to docking or tendering. From my understanding at certain ports it is just the standard to put "tendering" if there is a chance you might. On your sailing (the same as mine a week later), the only other ship that should be in port that day is the Caribbean Princess according to the dock schedule. Also in my research Princess docks at the new Mahogany Bay dock and NCL docks at Coxen Hole. So the only tender we should have is Belize. BTW for what it's worth I've heard Belize tenders can be rough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #19 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thanks so much! Hope your trip is a great one : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted January 6, 2014 #20 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thanks so much! Hope your trip is a great one : ) Take care of her, I will be moving in, as you move off :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish1c Posted January 6, 2014 #21 Share Posted January 6, 2014 You walk down a ramp then step into the tender. . . there's one or two steps. There is always something to hold, including a crew member. I find that last few feet at the edge of the platform to be more unsteady than the rest of the walk, including stepping into the smaller boat. Just take your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 6, 2014 #22 Share Posted January 6, 2014 That above post says it well. Take your time when boarding the tender, if you feel uncomfortable. The crew does not want you to hurry or get hurt. If you have an issue, like my wife does with bad knees, just mention to the crew helping you and they will help you as much as you need. Sometimes the tender might be rocking up and down against the side of the ship. The crew will help you time a smooth step into the tender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted January 6, 2014 #23 Share Posted January 6, 2014 That above post says it well. Take your time when boarding the tender, if you feel uncomfortable. The crew does not want you to hurry or get hurt. If you have an issue, like my wife does with bad knees, just mention to the crew helping you and they will help you as much as you need. Sometimes the tender might be rocking up and down against the side of the ship. The crew will help you time a smooth step into the tender. I might also add that the crew are very good at alleviating unreasonable fears. I'm always scared to death that something will move and I'll land in the ocean loading the tender. The crew have always been good humored and very good with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #24 Share Posted January 6, 2014 (edited) You guys are great! Thanks Edited January 6, 2014 by dixieleemacdonald hit send to quick... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toronto1960 Posted January 6, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thank-you all for so many helpful comments . I do appreciate them : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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