screagan Posted January 15, 2005 #1 Share Posted January 15, 2005 Hi, I did a search for Rhum Runner, but nothing came up. Has anyone done this RCI excursion in Grenada? Bad? Good? Ok? After booking several very expensive excursions, something cheap would be nice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcumberl Posted January 16, 2005 #2 Share Posted January 16, 2005 I found this when doing a quick google search: Boat Cruise You can dance to steel-band music (and sip rum punch) aboard Rhum Runner or Rhum Runner II while cruising along Grenada’s southwestern coast. There’s a brief stop at Grand Reef, here you can view marine life. The party continues onward to secluded Morne Rouge Bay, where you can snorkel, swim or walk along the white-sand beach. On the return trip, dance or do the limbo to your heart’s content. 2-4 hours. US$30-$35. The date on this was 2001 though, so prices may have gone up. ~Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbie Posted January 16, 2005 #3 Share Posted January 16, 2005 Can't give you any info on it as the only time I go on the Rhum Runner is for the annual Bikini Cruise around Carnival. I know that tourists enjoy it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corinne Marie Posted January 25, 2005 #4 Share Posted January 25, 2005 Hello, I did this excursion last summer. The boat and crew are really great. A big "party boat" They really pour the rum and dance with everyone. The only downside in my opinion was when we got to the beach. You were not able to relax for one moment. The vendors were all over you and they were actually quite "pushy". I don't know what it would be like now after the hurricaine. Hope this helps. Corinne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbie Posted January 25, 2005 #5 Share Posted January 25, 2005 *sigh* Vendors, vendors! Never-ending complaints about them! It's really irritating that I've read so many positive comments about Grenada that always end with "except for the vendors". I wish they would finally get a clue that they are a detriment to people's experience here :( /rant off I had a chance to pass by Morne Rouge Bay yesterday and while I didn't stop on the beach, I was right on the hillside overlooking it. Saw the Rhum Runner pulling in to the beach with the steel pan (drum) music being carried through the air. Looked like the had a decent-sized crowd on board. I don't know if for some reason, you went to Grand Anse (where most of the vendors would be) but I didn't see very many of them from my vantage point overlooking Morne Rouge and as far as I know, that beach doesn't usually have lots of vendors. *** As an aside, the water/sand there looked quite good. Better than I previously remember it as I hadn't been there in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen&Kathy Posted January 28, 2005 #6 Share Posted January 28, 2005 We recently did this tour while on the Celebrity Constellation and had a blast. The crew is fun and the rum is tasty and pours from a bottomless bottle. The 'vendors' were somewhat of a drag. However, we found that the people of Grenada (Grenadians:p ) were the nicest of all the island people we encountered. We did not stop at a reef however. I'm not sure if this was due to the rough water or not but we made our way right to the beach. All in all, this was a great excursion! I hope you get to go. Glen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubber Posted December 16, 2005 #7 Share Posted December 16, 2005 Has anyone done this party cruise before through Princess? Fun or not. We have a bunch of 30 somethings with no kids. Many of us have been to Grenada before as well. Just looking for something fun for a big group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbalee Posted December 16, 2005 #8 Share Posted December 16, 2005 Is it the Rhum Runner?? We have booked to do this on New Years Eve....My parents have done it before, and loved it! Lots of rum punch... and a lovely little beach...can't wait! When will you be there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubber Posted December 16, 2005 #9 Share Posted December 16, 2005 http://www.princess.com/shorex/shorexdetail.jsp?shorexId=GND-R It doesn't say Rhum Runner on it anywhere. We are on the Jan 28th sailing on the Golden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tadjr Posted December 17, 2005 #10 Share Posted December 17, 2005 While in Grenada last week the Rhum Runner pulled up to the beach we were at. They were blasting the music while coming into the beach and we were all dreading having to listen to it while we were trying to relax. That is the reason we picked Morne Rouge Beach over Grand Anse. Once they came onto the beach, the music quieted down and the crowd dispersed. It looked like the cruisers there were having a good time though while being considerate of those who werent booked on the party ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbalee Posted December 17, 2005 #11 Share Posted December 17, 2005 Clubber, it is the same as the Rhum Runner we have booked to do. Sounds like fun to me!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubber Posted February 21, 2006 #12 Share Posted February 21, 2006 We had a blast on the Rhum Runner II. It started out from the main harbor. They gave a good history of Grenada and pointed out some of the sites along the coast. There was plenty of free rum punch available the whole trip, but they did have a cash bar with cold Caribes for $2. We went past Grande Anse beach to the next little bay and stopped on the beach for 1 1/2 hours. There were the usual peddlers there, but not as thick as on Grande Anse beach. Some entrepreneurs were selling cold beer out of coolers at 3 Caribes for $5. We then got back on board and went back to the harbor. On the way back the back, the steel drum band cranked up and a limbo contest started. I think the total time was around 4 hours. I would classify this as a booze cruise, so keep that in mind when booking the excursion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbalee Posted February 22, 2006 #13 Share Posted February 22, 2006 Excellent! Glad you enjoyed it too! We had a great time. I loved the rum punch....pretty strong though! Did one of the guys from the Rhumm Runner come into the sea with a tray of punch? He did for us...can't ask for more than that!! (especially as we were there on New Years Eve)!! All good fun! Would definitely recommend it...if you like a drink! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyBerard Posted November 29, 2006 #14 Share Posted November 29, 2006 The last time we cruised to Grenada had to be about 1996. We took the Rhum Runner Party boat excursion which we had booked through Carnival. We will be back in Grenada in April, as we are sailing on the NCL Dawn. I'd love to do this same party boat. It had THE BEST rum punch EVER!! It was smooooooooooooooooooooth and potent! Can anyone tell me if this excursion is still available, either through the cruise line or directly with the owners? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Pete Posted December 4, 2006 #15 Share Posted December 4, 2006 We were on Grenada in April this year. The Rhum Runner made a very loud landing on BBC beach and spent several hours blasting calypso and dispensing beverages. Very entertaining when they ran aground on the sand bar, and left one poor fellow behind! When the captain says we leave at 4pm, best be on board at 3:50. Enjoy the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katietuz Posted December 6, 2006 #16 Share Posted December 6, 2006 We sailed on the spirit in Oct. 06. Rhum Runner was offered and we had a blast. It was by far the best excursion we did. Definitely try it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser-66 Posted December 12, 2006 #17 Share Posted December 12, 2006 Just wondering if this is the party boat that Princess Tours uses, or if it's a different one. We will not have much time there, so would feel better using the ships tour. I haven't heard anything about it! If anyone knows, I would appreciate your input. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katienycgrl Posted January 4, 2007 #18 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Can any one please tell me how I can book this. Is it only through the cruise ship or can I directly get in touch? Also a price would be helpful. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcgozs Posted January 7, 2007 #19 Share Posted January 7, 2007 The prior posts make this sound like a bit of a drinker's excursion. If one doesn't drink would they be uncomfortable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dis2cruise Posted January 12, 2007 #20 Share Posted January 12, 2007 Can any one please tell me how I can book this. Is it only through the cruise ship or can I directly get in touch? Also a price would be helpful. Thanks. yes, i am interested too!! thanks cheryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomstur Posted January 16, 2007 #21 Share Posted January 16, 2007 We are also going on the Princess line in March. I wonder if this is the same as the Party Cruise & Beach offered by Princess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dis2cruise Posted January 26, 2007 #22 Share Posted January 26, 2007 how big is the boat and is there a bathroom on board? Also, from what i have read the locals on the beach are very pushy, is this true? cheryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nansman99 Posted April 3, 2007 #23 Share Posted April 3, 2007 We saw that this is an excursion offered on the MSC Lirica for $45. Does anyone know if this can be booked directly on the pier for less? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted October 1, 2007 #24 Share Posted October 1, 2007 We have been to Grenada quite a few times - done all the basic tours. I do not swim and DH due to health problems can no longer snorkle. SO... What can anyone tell me about the Rhum Runner Pleasure excursion? How large is the boat that takes you to the beach? I know that it is a 45 minute boat ride in each direction. Does the boat actually dock on the beach or do you have to swim ashore? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montytania Posted October 14, 2007 #25 Share Posted October 14, 2007 hi krazy kruisers we have been on the Rum Runner cruise twice and have really enjoyed it both times.It is a party boat with a steel band playing and dancing on the way back. The captain is very informative on the way to the beach and all the crew are very friendly.At the beach they get close enough for you to wade onto the sand. My husband is also a non-swimmer but the sea is quite shallow and calm. Everyone on the trip really enjoyed themselves so i can recommend it if you like to party.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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