CRUISE NEWS: Shore Excursion Boat Capsizes – What to Know

Editorial Summary

A recent incident involving Carnival Corporation's Ida Bella cruise ship has been reported following a boat capsize in Colombia. The event occurred on a Friday while the vessel was docked in Cartagena during a fourteen day voyage that originated in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The thirty eight passengers involved were returning from a shore excursion at the Baru Peninsula when their smaller transport boat overturned. According to the Colombian Coast Guard, strong winds and high waves caused the vessel to flip. Because the incident took place near the shoreline, nearby boats were able to assist in rescue efforts. The passengers, who included thirty six individuals from Germany and two from Austria, were all wearing life jackets at the time of the accident. All passengers were successfully retrieved from the ocean and medical examinations confirmed that there were no serious injuries or loss of life. An investigation into the cause of the capsize is currently underway. The Ida Bella has continued its scheduled itinerary and is expected to dock in St. Martin. The creator notes that while the situation was alarming, all involved parties appear to be safe.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.