Star Navigator by StarCruises from Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Kaohsiung Port Cruise Terminal

What to expect

StarCruises is repositioning the Star Navigator from its summer homeport in Keelung to Kaohsiung for the winter season, operating from 16 November 2025 to 30 January 2026, offering 3 and 6-day cruise to Japan, Vietnam, Philippines.

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Parthenon Pool
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung
Star Navigator Resorts World Cruises from Kaohsiung

Good to know

Facilities & activities Onboard

The Star Navigator cruise ship offers a great variety of onboard facilities & experiences including Caesar's slide, Parthenon Pool, The Boutiques, Sportsplex, jacuzzi, gym, spa, shows at Zodiac Theatre and live music from special events

Restaurants Onboard

There are also a great number of specialty restaurants ranging from luxury Japanese cuisine to the outdoor hotpot restaurant to choose from. Vegetarian cuisine is also available to cater to travellers who prefer specialized vegetarian selections.

Halal

StarCruises has been awarded the ‘Muslim-friendly Cruise Line of the Year’ at the Halal in Travel Awards 2023 held in Singapore. Star Navigator cruise ships are officially certified as OIC/SMIIC Standard Halal-Friendly Cruise Ships, providing regional Muslim travellers with the convenience and access to certified Halal-Friendly offerings onboard the ship.

Cabin Categories Available

There are 4 main categories being offered on this cruise ship - budget-friendly Interior staterooms, Oceanview, spacious Balcony staterooms, and Palace Suites.

Balcony Benefits

  • Welcome drinks (per pax per glass) - Guests can redeem welcome drinks (soft drinks/beers/house wine) at any of Bars, Lounges and Restaurants during the entire cruise duration
  • Designated check in and priority luggage handling service
  • Full in cabin amenities
  • Designated seating for shows at Zodiac Theatre (subject to availability)
  • 10% off on spa packages & retail discount at souvenir mart

Peak Season

Peak season booking is 100% confirmed. No cancellation allowed. Peak season sailing: 28 December 2025

Travel Insurance

You are highly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance if you booked a cruise. This will cover you for any cancellation of the cruise due to medical reasons.

  • For Singapore residents, you may purchase it here.
  • For others, please click here

Immigration Requirements

Please take note of immigration requirements. Foreign guests are to be responsible for their own VISA requirements based on the countries they will be visiting. Passengers should be advised to consult the official website of the relevant country for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding travel documents. No refund will be made to Guests who are denied embarkation for non‐compliance with immigration requirements or with these Terms and Conditions. Taiwan Entry Requirements Japan Entry Requirements Philippines Entry Requirements Vietnam Entry Requirements

Senior Eligibility

  • Any guest who is 90 years of age or older at the time of embarkation from Taiwan will not be permitted to board the ship.
  • This restriction also applies upon the return to Taiwan, guests who reach or exceed their 90th birthday upon returning to Taiwan will not be permitted to board the ship.

International Tourist Tax

Each departing Japan passenger (aged 2 and above) have to pay NT$220 (Two Hundred and Twenty New Taiwan Dollars) equivalent to JP¥1,000 (One Thousand Japanese Yen) for International Tourist Tax and to be paid onboard.

Gratuities

Gratuities to be paid onboard the ship.

  • Gratuity for Interior to Oceanview: 600 NTD per person per night
  • Gratuity for Balcony: 800 NTD per person per night
  • Gratuity for Palace Suites and above: 1000 NTD per person per night

Displayed Prices

  • Please note that all prices shown are after discount.
  • Please note that rates are dynamic and may be subjected to price changes if booking is not instantly confirmed
  • Please select the TOTAL number of passengers travelling in one cabin
  • (Promo) rates are applicable to local residents and pass holders only

Check-ins

  • Please visit https://webcheckin.stardreamcruises.com/ for mandatory Online Check-In that is open for you to input your details correctly. NOTE: Online Check-In closes 48 hours before departure.
  • Please use the StarCruises booking ID for your online check-in, the ID can be found on your Klook voucher below the QR code.
  • If you are unable to do your online check-in, you can still do a manual check-in on the day of sailing
  • You will only get your cabin number and room keycards at the counter
  • Please take note of gate close timings and respective Check-In Time here

Port Address - StarCruises

For all cruise itineraries, except for 2 Nights Weekend Getaway, you will be able to disembark at the ports for free and easy travel. For shore excursion packages, please approach the Shore Excursion counter when you are onboard Port Address

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