Puerto Limón (Limón) Cruise Ship Schedule, December 2026
Puerto Limón cruise schedules cover arrivals at the Limón Cruise Terminal. Itineraries may say Puerto Limón, Limón, or Costa Rica, but published times apply to this Caribbean coast pier.
December 2026 Schedule Overview
Puerto Limón cruise schedules cover arrivals at the Limón Cruise Terminal. Itineraries may say Puerto Limón, Limón, or Costa Rica, but published times apply to this Caribbean coast pier. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
December 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 12
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 36,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Dec 1, 2026 (1 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking Puerto Limón shore excursions in December.
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December 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | AIDAbella | Verify with cruise line | 07:30 | 16:30 | 9h | 2,050 to 2,500 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-12-05 | Norwegian Sun | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,936 to 2,323 | n/a |
| 2026-12-09 | Carnival Liberty | Carnival Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 2,978 to 3,574 | n/a |
| 2026-12-11 | Carnival Miracle | Carnival Cruise Line | 10:00 | 19:00 | 9h | 2,124 to 2,549 | n/a |
| 2026-12-12 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 07:00 | 18:00 | 11h | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-12-14 | Mein Schiff 1 | Verify with cruise line | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 2,534 to 2,894 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-12-15 | AIDAbella | Verify with cruise line | 07:30 | 16:30 | 9h | 2,050 to 2,500 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-12-16 | Norwegian Sun | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,936 to 2,323 | n/a |
| 2026-12-24 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 07:00 | 18:00 | 11h | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-12-28 | Mein Schiff 1 | Verify with cruise line | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 2,534 to 2,894 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-12-29 | MSC Poesia | MSC Cruises | 07:00 | 18:00 | 11h | 2,550 to 3,060 | n/a |
| 2026-12-30 | Norwegian Sun | Norwegian Cruise Line | 06:45 | 13:30 | 6h 45m | 1,936 to 2,323 | n/a |
12 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your December 2026 Excursion
Once you know your ship's December 2026 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Puerto Limón. Start with our authority port guide, then browse specialist local operators with pier-aware pickup and return guarantees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Puerto Limón in December 2026?
This page lists 7 scheduled vessels in December 2026, including AIDAbella, Caribbean Princess, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Miracle, MSC Poesia, Mein Schiff 1, Norwegian Sun. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Puerto Limón arrival times change in December 2026?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust December 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. December falls in the Caribbean's dry winter peak season, with reliable sunshine, generally calm seas, and the year's heaviest cruise traffic, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a December 2026 Puerto Limón shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this December 2026 schedule, December 2026 is peak season at Puerto Limón, so book must-do tours two to three weeks ahead. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife tours sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship at Puerto Limón in December 2026?
Plan to be back at the Puerto Limón terminal 30–60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port, which is common in December 2026.
What excursions suit Puerto Limón in December 2026?
December falls in the Caribbean's dry winter peak season, with reliable sunshine, generally calm seas, and the year's heaviest cruise traffic. Expect Puerto Limón to fill on multi-ship days, so reserve signature excursions well ahead. Conditions favour reef snorkel, catamaran sails, and beach days.
Puerto Limón cruise schedules cover arrivals at the Limón Cruise Terminal. View the Puerto Limón cruise ship schedule for December 2026, including 12 scheduled cruise calls, arrival times, departure times and planning tips for shore excursions. Arrival and departure times are subject to change. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.