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Currency
Quetzal (GTQ)
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Language
Spanish
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Time Zone
CST (UTC-6)
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Best Time to Visit
Dec–Apr
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Typical Duration
16-29 nights
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Price Range
From $50 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Central America and the Panama Canal, offering access to Pacific coast destinations and colonial Caribbean ports.
Cruises that visit Puerto Quetzal
- cruises to Puerto Quetzal
- Puerto Quetzal sailings
- Puerto Quetzal cruises
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 15-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 15-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 15-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 15-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 16-night Holland America Line cruise
- 16-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 16-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 16-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 16-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 16-night Holland America Line cruise
- 16-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 16-night Holland America Line cruise
- 16-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 16-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 17-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 17-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 17-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 17-night Holland America Line cruise
- 17-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 17-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 18-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Puerto Quetzal
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Super 24 • Puerto Quetzal
Food, drinks, parking
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Beer House
Great food and service
Puerto malecón de iztapa
Dine-in·Takeout
Terminal de Cruceros, Puerto Quetzal
Lots of crafts and weaved products !
🕐 Open now
Restaurante Jodys Y Hotel Y Restaurante
Dine-in·Drive-through
Restaurante Playa Grande
Great place, food is good.
Rancho Marisol
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Restaurante Don Julián
Dine-in·Takeout
Nigth Club San Diego
No takeout
Restaurante El Perla Negra
Dine-in·Drive-through
Plaza Las Velas
🕐 Open now
Playa marina pez vela
Onsite services
Jack Sparrow San Marino
Great atmosphere Good Food Fantastic Service
Sarita
Best ice cream in Guatemala 🇬🇹 😋
🕐 Open now
Cruceros Puerto Quetzal, Marina Pez Vela
Some stalls with souvenirs.
Terminal De Inmuebles Clasificados Ticsa
🕐 Open now
Restaurante Penjamo
Dine-in·Takeout
Kairos Puerto San Jose
🕐 Open · Closes 7 PM
Guatemalan Billfishing Adventures
It is never too late to learn new things.
EL CALAMAR
Dine-in·Takeout
Restaurante Casa Mía
Nice place to relax.....
Zona Libre Quetzal
DISMAR Puerto Quetzal
Delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 5 PM
Tortugario Bahía Tortuga
La playita
Breathtaking views!
PUERTO QUETZAL
🕐 Open now
Cruise Terminal
Tienda del Mar
🕐 Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Panamas Lounge
Dine-in·Drive-through
Puerto San José
Panadely Puerto Iztapa Plaza Las Velas
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Puerto Quetzal
Puerto Quetzal serves as a vibrant hub for cruise travelers exploring the Panama Canal region, with eight major cruise lines including Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea regularly calling at this port. While primarily a port of call, Puerto Quetzal attracts an impressive roster of 80 upcoming cruises, making it a popular stop on longer itineraries that typically span 16 nights. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal launching point for voyages to beloved Caribbean and Pacific destinations like Cartagena, Puerto Vallarta, Puntarenas, and Cabo San Lucas, with peak cruise seasons occurring in January, March, April, October, and December.
Passengers disembarking at Puerto Quetzal will find themselves in Guatemala's principal Pacific port, where the blend of colonial charm and modern amenities creates an inviting atmosphere. The nearby colonial city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the natural wonders of the Guatemalan highlands offer enriching shore excursions for those seeking cultural immersion and adventure beyond the port area.
Passengers disembarking at Puerto Quetzal will find themselves in Guatemala's principal Pacific port, where the blend of colonial charm and modern amenities creates an inviting atmosphere. The nearby colonial city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the natural wonders of the Guatemalan highlands offer enriching shore excursions for those seeking cultural immersion and adventure beyond the port area.
Cruise Lines at Puerto Quetzal
- Holland America Line (26 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (20 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (16 cruises)
- Seabourn (6 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (4 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (3 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (2 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (1 cruise)
- Silversea (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Puerto Quetzal
Cruises Visiting Puerto Quetzal
Ship Schedule at Puerto Quetzal
Puerto Quetzal Location
Other Cruise Ports in Guatemala
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puerto Quetzal known for?
Guatemala's largest Pacific port, key for cargo and cruise ships.
Where is Puerto Quetzal located?
On Guatemala's Pacific coast, coordinates 13.9306292, -90.7580342.
What can visitors do at Puerto Quetzal?
Cruise liner visits and nearby coastal attractions.
Which country administers Puerto Quetzal?
Guatemala.