This November and December, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises invites adventure seekers and cultural explorers alike to experience the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of South and Central America. Aboard the cutting-edge expedition ship HANSEATIC inspiration, guests will traverse some of the world’s most stunning landscapes from Costa Rica and the Panama Canal to the remote Chilean fjords on three distinct, expertly curated journeys. The HANSEATIC inspiration caters to the international market with all itineraries conducted in both German and English.
Designed for discovery, these small-scale expeditions immerse up to 230 guests in diverse ecosystems, indigenous cultures, and rarely visited destinations. With over 30 years of expertise as the market leader in German-speaking expedition cruising, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises offers a refined, yet adventurous experience enhanced by expert-guided Zodiac excursions, luxury accommodations, and personalized service.
Each itinerary offers unparalleled access to natural wonders and cultural treasures:
“Oh, How Beautiful is the Panama Canal” (Nov 8–19, 2025): A dynamic 11-day journey from Panama City, featuring a full-day transit through the legendary Panama Canal and a first-time stop at Punta Leona in Costa Rica.
“Mysterious Equatorial Adventure” (Nov 19–Dec 5, 2025): This 16-day voyage explores the Pacific coasts of Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Chile—rich with ancient ruins, rainforests, and indigenous encounters.
“Nature is Big, Man is Small” (Dec 5–20, 2025): A 15-day deep dive into Chile’s majestic fjords, towering glaciers, and iconic national parks, including the famed Torres del Paine.
Guests can enhance their expeditions with curated pre-and post-cruise programs or fully customized Travel Concierge arrangements. Extended journeys with multi-cruise combinations are also available at exclusive rates.
For more information or to book, visit www.hl-cruises.com/senses/south-seas-south-america
Reservations: International guests, as well as travel agencies can call 877-445-7447 in the United States and Canada or send an email to service@hl-cruises.com or visit https://www.hl-cruises.com/internationale-partners for local agents.
About: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is considered the leading cruise brand in the luxury and expedition sector in German-speaking countries. The fleet currently includes five ships. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ ships are small, individual, and outstanding in their class: The luxury ships, the EUROPA and the EUROPA 2 are complemented by the ultra-modern new expedition class consisting of HANSEATIC nature, HANSEATIC inspiration, and HANSEATIC spirit. All five ships in the fleet are the only ones to be awarded the top rating of five stars by the Insight Guides 2025. The EUROPA 2 and the HANSEATIC inspiration cater to the international markets, with all itineraries conducted in English and German.
Since 2020, the Hapag-Lloyd Cruises brand has been part of TUI Cruises GmbH, one of the leading cruise operators in German-speaking countries. The joint venture between TUI AG and the US cruise company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. also operates the Mein Schiff fleet with currently seven cruise ships. TUI Cruises employs around 750 people in Hamburg and Berlin.