Couples Cruise has announced a new lineup of clothing optional and lifestyle tours for the Independence of the Seas.
Independence Clothing Optional Tours
Here are a list of the tours we have put together for you on the upcoming Couples Cruise on the Independence of the Seas.
In order to sign up for these, you need to go to Royal Caribbean and sign in with your booking number.
Note: If you have paid in full and do not have a booking number, please contact the travel agent you booked through.
1. Sign in and complete your online check in.
2. Click on “Exit and View Reservation” (upper left hand corner)
3. Choose “Countdown to Cruise” area which will have your Vacation Summary with your Cruise Planner.
4. Under Shore Excursions click the “Add” button under Shore Excursions and start signing up for these (and many other) great excursions.
Note: There are many others listed that are not clothing optional. This information was just released if you don’t see it please check back in the next 24-48 hours.
Labadee Excursions Couples Cruise
Labadee is a beautiful private island off the coast of Haiti. Local laws have prevented us from being able to be topless or nude on the island, but we have put together some exciting excursions, that will be Clothing Optional because they will be taking place offshore. These excursions are not large and will be available on a 1st come, 1st serve basis, so sign up soon if you want to take advantage of these private, custom tours.
Clothing Optional High Speed Costal Cruise and Swim
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Price: $70.00 Per Person
Enjoy a thrilling ride on a small but powerful boat and gorgeous scenery both on shore and underwater on this unique small-group excursion to one of Haiti’s best reefs.
A unique, intimate adventure is in store on this excursion limited to 12 people per boat. You’ll ride on a 30 feet, 450 horsepower rigid inflatable boat, the type used by the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard and law enforcement agencies, that will travel at speeds up to 50 miles per hour for maximum thrills.
En route to one of Haiti’s best reefs, you’ll see local villages, learn about the region’s history from your guide and enjoy views from the Bay of Acul, where Christopher Columbus made his first stop on the island of Hispaniola in 1492, during the explorer’s first voyage to the New World. The boat will stop for photo opportunities.
Snorkeling equipment is provided and you’ll receive personalized instruction and tips before discovering the colorful marine life in and around the reef.
Note: This excursion does not say Clothing Optional online as there is an issue with promoting this on the Royal Caribbean site, but this will be a Clothing Optional Excursion.
Sandbar Island Adult Getaway
Duration: 2.5 hrs.
Price: $49 per person
Description: Take off for some island fun without the responsibility of kids. Sip a rum punch as you cruise to a secluded Haitian sandbar. Island tunes fill the air. The turquoise waters extend forever and are so shallow you can stand up in the middle of the sea. Grab a float and drift off with a cocktail in hand. Or, hit the dance floor. Its entirely up to you on this adultsonly celebration.
Labadee Snorkel
Duration: 2 hrs
Price: $55.75 per person
Description:
Voyage beneath the majestic mountains of Haiti’s northeast shore on a relaxing cruise to a favorite snorkeling site. After a few tips from your instructor, enter the calm waters to discover a kaleidoscope of tropical fish and colorful marine life. Go ahead and explore to your hearts content. Back on board, sip a little rum punch and listen to some great island music on the equally beautiful run back to the marina.
We are working on adding a Clothing Optional Catamaran excursion shortly.
Roatan Excursions
French Key Clothing Optional Beach
This is a an secluded private island in Roatan – the beach is exclusive for our group. There are 3 options for French Key and to be cute they are option B – C or D. This is an aerial shot of breathtaking French Key!
French Key Option B: Clothing Optional Beach & Lunch
Duration: Approx. 4 hours ¼
Price: $74.00 Per Person
FRENCH KEY BEACH – SECLUDED PRIVATE ISLAND – BASIC PACKAGE
Description: A great opportunity to pass your day in the most exclusive and private beach of Roatan! Following approx. 20-min by coach, you will catch a boat and then in other short 10 minutes you will reach the most amazing little island you can imagine only in your dreams! A secluded beach in a tropical beautiful setting, surrounded by palm trees and mangroves, facing the ocean and another tiny island. Admire the sparkling-blue private waters as you sip your welcome cocktail or explore the small beach looking for relaxation. Relax in a complimentary beach chair caressed by the refreshing trade wind breezes, have a swim, walk around the tiny islands ….or just relax and the rustle of the wind through towering palms. With this special package you will also enjoy a typical lunch on the beach or at the beach restaurant, including soft drinks, rum, and vodka!
Note: French Key Beach is a beautiful, private and secluded beach in an island reachable by boat only and for this reason is perfect for our group, being clean, safe and easy to control.
Lunch includes: fish, shrimps, chicken, rice & beans, potatoes salad, tomatoes chimol, fried plantains, kazabe & coconut bread
French Key Option C: Clothing Optional Beach & Lunch + 1 hr. guided kayak tour
Duration: Approx. 4 hours ¼
Price: $89.00 Per Person
Enjoy this 1 hour kayak excursion to be remembered, around our beautiful small island surrounded by mangroves and facing a picturesque landscape. While you’re gliding through our clear and smooth waters, look down, you might see a Green Moray Eel or an endangered Sea Turtle! You will circumnavigate the island on the calm waters and stop for a swim on the other side of the island, accompanied by one of our guides. 1 hr. use of kayak, paddles and life vest included.
Lunch includes: fish, shrimps, chicken, rice & beans, potatoes salad, tomatoes chimol, fried plantains, kazabe & coconut bread
French Key Option D: Clothing Optional Beach & Lunch + Snorkeling by boat to 2 sites (reef snorkeling and Mayatlantis snorkeling)
Duration: Approx. 4 hours
Price: $99.00 Per Person
Two unforgettable snorkeling stops not to lose while in Roatan Island! Following a safety briefing about snorkeling and a short history explication of Mayatlantis to help you understand better the replicas of the Mayan sculptures, gear up, and after 5 min. boat ride you will reach “Mayatlantis” that is a different underwater experience where you will snorkel for approx 20 min. above a dozen giant Mayan replicas all located at the bottom of the sea. Then you will have another 30 minutes to spend snorkeling at the colorful natural coral reef, before going back to the beach. Snorkeling equipment included only during the 1 ¼ hour snorkeling tour.
Lunch includes: fish, shrimps, chicken, rice & beans, potatoes salad, tomatoes chimol, fried plantains, kazabe & coconut bread
Clothing Optional Catamaran Boat and Snorkeling
Duration: 3 hours
Price: $ 69.00 per person
Description: Our Clothing Optional Adventure begins aboard a snorkeling-catamaran-boat called ‘Just Escape’ that is 55 feet long and 20 feet wide, with a lot of space to seat and easy ladder to step in the water. We will navigate for approximately 45 minutes, during this time we will be invited to relax in the shaded cockpit, whilst enjoying the views of the Roatan coast. When our captain drops anchor, it is time to enjoy some of the best snorkelling on the island! Our guides will provide us with snorkelling equipment before demonstrating the appropriate fit and use as well as also giving a safety brief about snorkelling and being respectful to the living reefs. Once we have jumped in, spectacular coral formations and colorful tropical fish will serve as our underwater scenery! We will have approximately 60 minutes to snorkel and following we will enjoy complimentary refreshment and some snacks, before navigating back to the ship dock.
Extreem Caribe Topless Zip-line Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Price: $85.75 per person
Description: Swoop above exotic plants, giant African Palms and beautiful landscapes topless! This Certified Extreme Caribe Zip Line has 12 zip lines, double gliding parallel cables, 18 platforms and 4 hiking trails. The longest cable is 1,950 feet and highest cable is 300 feet. You’ll receive your equipment and instructions before starting on the first three lines flying over trees and the breathtaking tropical scenery. The second part consists of nine lines that go through the jungle.
Consider physical fitness and medical history when selecting tour.
TOPLESS DURING THE ZIP-LINING and CLOTHING OPTIONAL AT THE SCHOOL CABLE
Remark: Professional photographer on site with possibility to purchase personalized CD of the zip-lining.
Cozumel Excursion
Playa Mia Clothing Optional Beach & Water Park
Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Price: $87.00 Per Person
Join 2000 fellow passengers and escape to Playa Mia Grand Beach and Water Park and enjoy a sun filled clothing optional experience. This will be a private takeover, just for Couples Cruise passengers that sign up through shore excursions.
Relax and soak up the sun as long as you wish around the pool or on the sandy beach. Skinny dip in the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea or in the spacious pools. Drinks are complimentary with a well stocked bar carrying; Bottled water, soft drinks, draft beer, juice, mixed drinks with tequila, mezcal, brandy, rum, vodka, such as Margaritas, Pina Colada, Rum Punch, Daiquiris, house wine & coffee.
Also included in this excursion is admittance to the huge new Water Park. Try the Twin Sister Water slide, their 36 ft. high and 200 ft. long slides, which might be fun naked! It’s a fantastic water themed park that will let your imaginations go wild with adventure.
A Mexican style buffet will be served with salad selections, Veracruz style fish fillet, Roasted Suckling Pig, BBA Chicken, Beef Fajitas, Hot Dogs and various sides. Soft ice cream is also available.
Excursion includes; Transportation to and from the park, lounge chairs and umbrellas, welcome rum punch and complimentary open bar, Mexican Buffet lunch, water park, pool, Hydromassage Tub (no hot water), kayaks, sunfish sailboats, water bicycles, beach floats, access to the Underwater Mayan City (snorkeling gear can be rented), shopping center, ping-pong tables, playground, soccer court, hammocks, lounge chairs, and a large water trampoline.
NOTE: This is a clothing optional excursion however you must cover your bottom in the dining area. Restrooms with changing facilities and freshwater showers are available for your convenience during your stay. Bring an ample supply of sunscreen, sun hat, beach towel (available on the ship at the pool) and a fun attitude!!
Last bus returning to ship will be at 3:30 PM
