Manzanillo Mexican Riviera
Cruise destination intelligence Mexico

Cruises visiting Manzanillo

Quietest
Dec-Apr
Busiest
Oct
Upcoming
20+ upcoming port calls

Best time to visit: Dec-Apr (fewer ships)

Avoid: Peak winter weekends (crowded port days)

Based on 11+ sailings and upcoming visits • Updated daily

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Use the congestion calendar to compare timing first, then bring price into the decision once you narrow the right visit window.

Best cruises that visit Manzanillo

These sailings rank first because they visit Manzanillo while also showing stronger-than-typical pricing, healthy availability, and current value signals.

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Holland America

Koningsdam • Holland America

11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez

Dec 8, 2026 → Dec 19, 2026 • San Diego ↔

$664 below typical
$984 · $89/night · great deal · ↓40% below typical
Holland America

Koningsdam • Holland America

11-night Itinerary MXCSL-MXLAP-MXLTO-MXPVR-MXZLO-MXMZT

Dec 7, 2027 → Dec 18, 2027 • San Diego ↔

Lowest in 180 days $294 below typical
$1,354 · $123/night · good value · ↓18% below typical
Princess Cruises

Ruby Princess • Princess Cruises

10-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Manzanillo & Puerto Vallarta

Oct 3, 2026 → Oct 13, 2026 • San Francisco ↔

$231 below typical
$1,018 · $102/night · good value · ↓19% below typical
Holland America

Zaandam • Holland America

13-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & Loreto

Apr 4, 2027 → Apr 17, 2027 • San Diego ↔

$164 below typical
$1,454 · $112/night · good value · ↓10% below typical
Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Seven Seas Prestige • Regent Seven Seas Cruises

10-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz

Feb 23, 2029 → Mar 5, 2029 • Los Angeles ↔

Lowest in 180 days
$7,107 · $711/night · typical price · ↓1% below typical
Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Legend • Carnival Cruise Line

14-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Huatulco & Acapulco

Jan 30, 2028 → Feb 13, 2028 • Long Beach ↔

Lowest in 180 days
$1,676 · $120/night · typical price

When ships are in port

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Manzanillo is busiest from Oct, with multiple ships per day. Dec, Apr are significantly quieter.

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Best time to visit Manzanillo on a cruise

This monthly view combines ship traffic and pricing so you can spot quieter windows, busier stretches, and the months where cruises visiting Manzanillo still look attractively priced.

October
Median price/night
$111
5 visits
Traffic
↓7% vs typical
3 ships • 5 priced sailings tracked
December
Cheapest
Median price/night
$90
2 visits
Traffic
↓27% vs typical
2 ships • 2 priced sailings tracked
January
Priciest
Median price/night
$679
3 visits
Traffic
↓5% vs typical
3 ships • 3 priced sailings tracked
April
Median price/night
$112
1 visits
Traffic
↓10% vs typical
1 ships • 1 priced sailings tracked

Cruise itineraries that include Manzanillo

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11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 20

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 2 of 2 sailings below typical Typical range: $105-$150 / night
$984 · 2 upcoming sailings · 1 ship

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Itinerary MXCSL-MXLAP-MXACA-MXZLO-MXPVR-MXESE

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 19

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $75-$129 / night
$893 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Manzanillo & Puerto Vallarta (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 3

Best upcoming departure is a good value 2 of 2 sailings below typical Typical range: $94-$131 / night
$995 · 2 upcoming sailings · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & Loreto (Rare Variant)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Apr 4

Best upcoming departure is a good value 1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $109-$137 / night
$1,454 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Repositioning via Hilo, Kahului & Manzanillo (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 3

1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $86-$129 / night
$3,109 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz (Rare Variant)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Jan 14

1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $604-$798 / night
$6,794 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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How to visit Manzanillo on a cruise

Most cruises that stop in Manzanillo depart from:

9-13 nights
10-11 nights
14 nights

Upcoming port calls in Manzanillo

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Date Ship Line
Oct 7, 2026 Ruby Princess Princess Cruises
Oct 18, 2026 Ruby Princess Princess Cruises
Oct 23, 2026 Koningsdam Holland America
Oct 28, 2026 Carnival Firenze Carnival Cruise Line
Dec 11, 2026 Koningsdam Holland America
Dec 19, 2026 Ruby Princess Princess Cruises
Jan 2, 2027 Crystal Serenity Crystal Cruises
Jan 17, 2027 Vista
Jan 20, 2027 Seven Seas Grandeur Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Apr 13, 2027 Zaandam Holland America
Aug 11, 2027 Crystal Serenity Crystal Cruises
Oct 31, 2027 Ruby Princess Princess Cruises
Dec 14, 2027 Koningsdam Holland America
Dec 26, 2027 Island Princess Princess Cruises
Jan 3, 2028 Koningsdam Holland America
Feb 7, 2028 Carnival Legend Carnival Cruise Line
Mar 1, 2029 Seven Seas Prestige Regent Seven Seas Cruises

FAQ about cruises visiting Manzanillo

Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Manzanillo.

What is the best time to visit Manzanillo on a cruise?
December currently looks strongest on value for cruises visiting Manzanillo, based on Jibhop's tracked median nightly fares. Use the port-call calendar above to compare exact ship dates because pricing can vary a lot within the month.
When is Manzanillo busiest for cruise traffic?
October currently shows the most upcoming cruise visits to Manzanillo. Busier months usually mean more ship choice, but also more crowding and less pricing flexibility.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Manzanillo?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Manzanillo include 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez, Itinerary MXCSL-MXLAP-MXACA-MXZLO-MXPVR-MXESE, and Mexican Riviera Loop via Manzanillo & Puerto Vallarta (Best Balance). Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Manzanillo?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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