Holland America Line · 5 calls ahead, through June 2027
Nieuw Statendam Amber Cove Excursions
Nieuw Statendam is due at Amber Cove 5 times between Dec 31, 2026 and Mar 24, 2027, usually from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Pick your date to see the three excursions we’d book for that exact port day, with guaranteed pickup in the terminal lobby.
- Usual hours
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Time in port
- 8 hours to 9 hours
- Guests
- ~2,666
Nieuw Statendam at Amber Cove: every date through June 2027
Nieuw Statendam is due at Amber Cove 5 times through June 2027, the last month of the official port schedule we have so far. Times are local (UTC−4), and each date links to its top 3 excursions, the weather to expect and our lobby pickup details.
- Nov 2026
No calls
- Dec 2026
- Jan 2027
- Feb 2027
- Mar 2027
- Apr 2027
No calls
- May 2027
No calls
- Jun 2027
No calls
December 2026
All ships in December 2026-
Thursday, December 31 Departed
Top 3 tours for Nieuw Statendam on Dec 31, 2026- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (8 hours in port) 7-night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Amber Cove & Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Our top 3 for this day
January 2027
All ships in January 2027-
Friday, January 22 Departed
Top 3 tours for Nieuw Statendam & Sun Princess on Jan 22, 2027- 7:00 AM–4:00 PM (9 hours in port) 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Also in port: Sun Princess
Our top 3 for this day
February 2027
All ships in February 2027-
Wednesday, February 10 Departed
Top 3 tours for Carnival Legend & Nieuw Statendam on Feb 10, 2027- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (9 hours in port) 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Also in port: Carnival Legend
Our top 3 for this day
March 2027
All ships in March 2027-
Thursday, March 4 Departed
Top 3 tours for Carnival Vista & Nieuw Statendam on Mar 4, 2027- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (9 hours in port) 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Also in port: Carnival Vista
Our top 3 for this day
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Wednesday, March 24 Departed
Top 3 tours for Carnival Mardi Gras & Nieuw Statendam on Mar 24, 2027- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (9 hours in port) 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Also in port: Carnival Mardi Gras
Our top 3 for this day
The best Amber Cove excursions for Nieuw Statendam guests
These are the excursions that make our top 3 most often on Nieuw Statendam days. We meet you in the terminal lobby about 30 minutes after the ship docks and plan your return about an hour before all-aboard.
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Best overall
Damajagua Waterfalls + Dominican Lunch
Slide, jump and swim through the seven Damajagua waterfalls, then sit down to a Dominican lunch.
- From
- $49per guest
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Ages
- 7+
- From the pier
- 31 min
In our top 3 on 5 of 5 Nieuw Statendam days, first pick on 3.
See the tour & book -
Best for culture & history
Puerto Plata City Tour
Fortaleza San Felipe, the Malecón, Umbrella Street, Pink Street, a chocolate factory and the cathedral, with only light walking.
- From
- $44.55per guest
- Duration
- About 4 hours
- Ages
- All ages
- From the pier
- 18 min
In our top 3 on 5 of 5 Nieuw Statendam days, first pick on 2.
See the tour & book -
Best for families · all ages
Monkey Home + Butterflies + Birds
Feed squirrel monkeys, walk through a butterfly garden and hand-feed colorful birds at an easy pace.
- From
- $57.99per guest
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Ages
- All ages
- From the pier
- 18 min
In our top 3 on 5 of 5 Nieuw Statendam days.
See the tour & book
Every excursion for Nieuw Statendam’s time in port
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| Excursion | From | Duration | Ages | Fits Nieuw Statendam’s port time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damajagua Waterfalls + Dominican Lunch 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $49per guest | 3 hours | 7+ | All 5 calls |
| Puerto Plata City Tour 18 min from the pier · Easy | $44.55per guest | About 4 hours | All ages | All 5 calls |
| Monkey Home + Butterflies + Birds 18 min from the pier · Easy | $57.99per guest | 3 hours | All ages | All 5 calls |
| Damajagua Waterfalls 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $39per guest | 3 hours | 7+ | All 5 calls |
| Monkey Home Adventure 18 min from the pier · Easy | $60per guest | 3 hours | All ages | All 5 calls |
| Double Buggy Adventure 10 min from the pier · Moderate | $50per person · 2 sharing | 3 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Single Buggy Ride 10 min from the pier · Moderate | $95per buggy · 1 rider | 2 hours 30 minutes | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Double ATV Adventure 10 min from the pier · Moderate | $45per person · 2 sharing | 2 hours 30 minutes | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Single ATV Ride 10 min from the pier · Moderate | $85per ATV · 1 rider | 3 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| 7 Waterfalls + Zip Line + Lunch (private transfer) 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $110per guest | 4 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Damajagua + Zip Line + Buggy 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $149per guest | 5 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Damajagua + Buggy + Dominican Food 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $110per guest | 5 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Damajagua + Monkey Park + Lunch 31 min from the pier · Challenging | $99per guest | About 4 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| City Tour + Double Buggy 18 min from the pier · Moderate | $75per person · 2 per buggy | About 6 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| City Tour + Double ATV 18 min from the pier · Moderate | $75per person · 2 per ATV | About 6 hours | 8+ | All 5 calls |
| Monkey Home + Double Buggy 18 min from the pier · Moderate | $107per person · 2 per buggy | About 5 hours | 6+ | All 5 calls |
About Nieuw Statendam
Nieuw Statendam is a Holland America Line ship of the Pinnacle class, sailing since 2018.
- Cruise line
- Holland America Line
- Ship class
- Pinnacle class
- In service since
- 2018
- Gross tonnage
- 99,902
- Guests (double occupancy)
- 2,666
- Crew
- 1,053
- Length
- 300 m (984 ft)
Onboard highlights
- B.B. King's Blues Club, a Memphis-style live music venue
- World Stage theater wrapped in 270-degree LED screens
- Rudi's Sel de Mer, an intimate Mediterranean bistro
- Grand Dutch Cafe serving specialty coffee and Dutch beers
Nieuw Statendam at Amber Cove: FAQs
When is Nieuw Statendam in Amber Cove?
Nieuw Statendam is scheduled at Amber Cove 5 times in the port schedule we have, from November 2026 to June 2027: Dec 31, 2026, Jan 22, 2027, Feb 10, 2027, Mar 4, 2027 and Mar 24, 2027.
What time does Nieuw Statendam dock at Amber Cove?
Most often from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (3 of 5 calls), local time (UTC−4). The earliest arrival is 7:00 AM and the latest departure 5:00 PM, so you get 8 hours to 9 hours in port depending on the date.
What are the best Amber Cove excursions for Nieuw Statendam guests?
Our top 3 for Nieuw Statendam days most often includes Damajagua Waterfalls + Dominican Lunch, Puerto Plata City Tour and Monkey Home + Butterflies + Birds. All 16 of our excursions fit Nieuw Statendam’s time in port.
Where do Nieuw Statendam guests meet the guide?
Inside the Amber Cove cruise terminal lobby. Pickup there is guaranteed on every excursion, and the return trip brings you back to the same terminal. Before your port day we email your exact meeting point, your driver’s ID badge photo and a contact number.
Do I have to book Amber Cove excursions through Holland America?
No. You can book through Holland America or directly with a local operator like us. We plan every tour to have you back at the pier about an hour before all-aboard.
What if Nieuw Statendam is late or skips Amber Cove?
We adjust your tour to the ship’s actual arrival, so let us know as soon as the cruise line announces a delay. If your ship was scheduled to dock at Amber Cove but doesn’t, you get a full refund.
Other Holland America ships at Amber Cove
Plan your Nieuw Statendam port day
Compare excursions by activity and read our guides to the terminal before your ship arrives.
Excursions & planning
- Amber Cove excursions for Holland America shipsEvery Holland America ship and date at Amber Cove, with the top 3 tours for each day.
- Amber Cove cruise ship scheduleFind your ship’s day: port hours, weather and the top 3 tours for it.
- Damajagua Waterfalls excursionsClimb, slide and swim the 7 waterfalls, alone or with lunch, a zip line or a buggy.
- The 10 best Amber Cove excursionsRanked with prices, durations and drive times from the pier.
Port-day guides
Which Cruise Ships Go to Amber Cove? Lines, Ships & Terminal TipsSee which cruise lines and example ships visit Amber Cove, why Puerto Plata listings can be confusing, and how to confirm your own cruise terminal.
Amber Cove Cruise Port: Complete Guide for 2027Amber Cove cruise port guide: ships dock at the pier, the complex has a pool, bars and shops, and tours meet you in the terminal lobby.
Amber Cove Waterfall Excursion: Complete Guide to Damajagua FallsAn Amber Cove waterfall excursion visits Damajagua's 7 waterfalls, 31 minutes from port: about 3 hours, from $39, ages 7+. Plus safety and packing tips.
Ship times: official Amber Cove port schedule, checked November 4, 2026; times are local (UTC−4) and can change. Itineraries: the cruise line’s published sailings, where we found them. Prices are our current direct-booking rates in US dollars.