What are Caribbean cruises known for?

Caribbean cruises are known for their white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, tropical islands, water activities, vibrant cultures, and year-round warm weather. Popular experiences include snorkeling, swimming, island exploration, and beach relaxation.

What are the most popular Caribbean cruise destinations?

Popular Caribbean cruise destinations include Cozumel in Mexico, San Juan in Puerto Rico, Belize City in Belize, St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Grand Cayman, Aruba, Antigua, and St. Kitts.

When is the best time to take a Caribbean cruise?

The Caribbean is a year-round cruise destination, but the most popular time to visit is from December through April when temperatures are warm, humidity is lower, and weather conditions are typically ideal for outdoor activities.

How long are Caribbean cruises?

Caribbean cruises typically range from 3 to 14 nights, with 5-, 7-, and 8-night itineraries being among the most popular options for travelers.

Which cruise lines offer Caribbean cruises?

Many major cruise lines offer Caribbean itineraries, including Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, and Holland America Line.

Where do Caribbean cruises depart from?

Caribbean cruises commonly depart from major ports in Florida such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, and Tampa, as well as ports in Texas, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, and Puerto Rico.

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What Is a Caribbean Cruise?

A Caribbean cruise visits tropical islands across three main regions: Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean. Most sailings depart from Florida ports year-round, lasting 4 to 10 nights. Eastern routes feature St. Thomas and St. Maarten, Western routes stop at Cozumel and Grand Cayman, and Southern routes reach Aruba, Barbados, and St. Lucia.

Lounge on the top deck as you sail through the region's bevy of islands, then make your way onto the white sand beaches for more relaxation and fun. Book your Caribbean cruise now.

Caribbean Cruise Quick Facts

Best Time to Cruise	December through April for dry weather. Hurricane season June through November. November and April offer lower fares (from $209-$249).
Typical Duration	4-7 nights (Eastern/Western). 7-10+ nights (Southern Caribbean).
Popular Ports	Eastern: St. Thomas, St. Maarten, San Juan. Western: Cozumel, Costa Maya, Grand Cayman. Southern: Aruba, Curacao, Barbados, St. Lucia.
Departure Cities	Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, Tampa, Galveston, New Orleans, San Juan
Cruise Lines	Disney, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, plus most major lines. 7,500+ sailings on iCruise.
Ideal For	First-timers (Eastern), families and adventure seekers (Western), experienced cruisers (Southern)

What Does a Caribbean Cruise Cost?

Season	Months	From Price (per person)	Sailings/Month
Peak Winter	December-March	From $259	~400-594 sailings/month
Shoulder	April-May, November	From $209	~178-481 sailings/month
Summer/Hurricane	June-October	From $252	~154-268 sailings/month

Prices are per person, double occupancy, cruise only, and subject to change.

Caribbean Cruise Highlights

Made up of more than 7,000 islands, the Caribbean is full of places and ports to explore - from the Cayman Islands to Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, St. Kitts, the U.S. Virgin Islands and more. The islands are filled with cathedrals, forts, museums, and markets, as well as the gorgeous sandy beaches and crystal blue water so often seen in pictures. Visitors can swim, snorkel and kayak - water sports abound in the Caribbean. Visit the Catedral Primada de America in Santo Domingo, sip something refreshing at the Pelican Bar in Jamaica, or ride dune buggies in Punta Cana.

Popular Caribbean Cruise Ports

The Caribbean has dozens of ports to uncover; here are a few of the most visited:

Cozumel, Mexico: Famous for its scuba diving, Cozumel is a popular port with lagoons, diving reefs, a national park and animal sanctuaries. Favorite activities include swimming with dolphins and visiting the Mayan ruins.
San Juan, Puerto Rico: Discover two worlds: Old San Juan, a charming, colonial town with cobblestone streets, candy colored homes, and vibrant culture; and New San Juan, a growing metropolis with luxurious beachfront hotels, bustling nightlife and world-class dining.
Belize City, Belize: The former capital of Belize is brimming with adventure, from hikes in the rainforest to cave and river tubing to a climb up El Castillo, one of the tallest Mayan structures in Belize. Stroll through markets and taste some of the local produce or purchase homemade arts and crafts.
Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas: Shop your heart out in St. Thomas, often called the "duty-free shopping capital of the world." Beyond the shop-lined streets lies beautiful scenery; take a skyride 700 feet above the ocean to Paradise Point, or drive along Skyline Drive and enjoy the magnificent views of Magens Bay.

When is the Best Time to Go to the Caribbean?

With a desirable climate year round, there's never a bad time to go to the Caribbean. However, December to April is typically the most popular time to travel, when it's drier, less humid and slightly cooler, though still a warm escape from winter temperatures elsewhere. Departure ports are available across the country - from Florida to Texas to California.

What Cruise Lines Go to the Caribbean?

The Caribbean is a popular destination on most major cruise lines. Here are a few to check out:

Disney Cruise Line: Discover the wonder of beautiful locales aboard a Disney Cruise to the Caribbean. Stop in Grand Cayman, Cozumel, St. Maarten, or Disney's own private island, Castaway Cay.
Royal Caribbean: The cruise line's namesake destination is one of its biggest. Sail away from Maryland, New Jersey, Texas or Florida onboard ships just as fun as their ports of call.
Celebrity Cruises: On a Celebrity cruise to the Caribbean, you can choose from an astounding 920 shore excursions. Sail in style and return to luxurious amenities like the Canyon Ranch SpaClub after long days in the sun.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean cruises?

Eastern routes visit beach destinations like St. Thomas and St. Maarten. Western routes feature active excursions at Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Roatan. Southern Caribbean reaches Aruba, Curacao, and Barbados on longer 7-10+ night itineraries.

When is hurricane season in the Caribbean?

June through November, with highest risk August through October. Winter months (December through April) offer the most reliable weather. Southern Caribbean sits below the main hurricane belt.

Which Caribbean cruise is best for first-time cruisers?

Eastern Caribbean routes offer shorter sailing distances, fewer sea days, and well-established ports like St. Thomas and St. Maarten with easy-to-navigate beaches and excursions.

Can I cruise the Caribbean from Texas?

Yes. Galveston is a popular departure port for Western Caribbean cruises to Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Roatan. Multiple lines sail from Galveston year-round.

What is the best Caribbean cruise for families?

Western Caribbean cruises offer beach days, snorkeling, zip-lining, and Mayan ruins at ports like Cozumel and Roatan. Royal Caribbean and Disney both offer strong family programming on Caribbean itineraries.

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Month	Number of Cruises	From Price
Jul 2026	117 cruises	$449
Aug 2026	198 cruises	$239
Sep 2026	168 cruises	$232
Oct 2026	266 cruises	$267
Nov 2026	483 cruises	$246
Dec 2026	576 cruises	$244
Jan 2027	587 cruises	$299
Feb 2027	487 cruises	$314
Mar 2027	453 cruises	$209
Apr 2027	267 cruises	$209
May 2027	178 cruises	$351
Jun 2027	157 cruises	$509
Jul 2027	175 cruises	$533
Aug 2027	172 cruises	$379
Sep 2027	162 cruises	$302
Oct 2027	241 cruises	$314
Nov 2027	417 cruises	$209
Dec 2027	514 cruises	$308
Jan 2028	533 cruises	$284
Feb 2028	444 cruises	$278
Mar 2028	405 cruises	$384
Apr 2028	211 cruises	$369
May 2028	40 cruises	$640
Jun 2028	40 cruises	$795
Jul 2028	46 cruises	$795
Aug 2028	39 cruises	$610
Sep 2028	48 cruises	$590
Oct 2028	50 cruises	$570
Nov 2028	33 cruises	$369
Dec 2028	47 cruises	$3,624
Jan 2029	27 cruises	$3,299
Feb 2029	17 cruises	$3,299
Mar 2029	26 cruises	$3,199
Apr 2029	7 cruises	$5,127

7 Night Eastern Caribbean from Miami Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Celebration Carnival Cruises 64 Sail Dates: 7/19; 7/26; 8/2; 8/9; 8/23; 8/30; 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/11; See More Starting Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ending Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Miami, Nassau, Amber Cove, Half Moon Cay, Celebration Key, Miami	7 Nights	$372 per person (double occupancy)

4 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Paradise Carnival Cruises 64 Sail Dates: 7/12; 7/16; 7/26; 7/30; 8/9; 8/13; 8/23; 8/27; 9/6; 9/20; See More Starting Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ending Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Tampa, Cozumel, Tampa	4 Nights	$232 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Miami	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Luna Norwegian Cruise Line 62 Sail Dates: 7/11; 7/18; 7/25; 8/1; 8/8; 8/15; 8/22; 8/29; 9/5; 9/12; See More Starting Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ending Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Miami, Great Stirrup Cay, St Thomas, Tortola, Puerto Plata, Miami	7 Nights	$689 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Liberty Carnival Cruises 56 Sail Dates: 7/12; 7/26; 8/9; 8/23; 9/6; 9/20; 10/4; 10/18; 11/1; 11/8; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ending Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Mahogany Bay, Belize City, Cozumel, New Orleans	7 Nights	$408 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Tampa	Duration	Priced from
Enchantment of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 54 Sail Dates: 7/11; 7/18; 8/1; 8/8; 8/15; 8/22; 8/29; 9/5; 9/12; 9/19; See More Starting Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ending Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Tampa, Costa Maya, Roatan, Belize City, Cozumel, Tampa	7 Nights	$394 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay and Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral	Duration	Priced from
Star of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 52 Sail Dates: 11/1; 11/15; 11/29; 12/13; 1/10/27; 1/24/27; 2/7/27; 2/21/27; 3/7/27; 3/21/27; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ending Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Perfect Day at CocoCay Bahamas, Charlotte Amalie (St Thomas)...	7 Nights	$1,230 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Miami	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Aqua Norwegian Cruise Line 51 Sail Dates: 10/18; 10/25; 11/8; 11/15; 11/22; 11/29; 12/6; 12/13; 12/20; 12/27; See More Starting Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ending Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata, St Thomas, Tortola, Great Stirrup Cay, Miami	7 Nights	$699 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan	Duration	Priced from
Rhapsody of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 51 Sail Dates: 7/11; 7/18; 7/25; 8/1; 8/8; 8/15; 8/22; 8/29; 9/5; 9/12; See More Starting Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ending Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ports of Call: San Juan, Charlotte Amalie (St Thomas), St Croix, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), St John's, Roseau...	7 Nights	$432 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan	Duration	Priced from
Grandeur of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 51 Sail Dates: 7/12; 7/25; 7/26; 8/8; 8/9; 8/15; 8/16; 8/22; 8/23; 8/29; See More Starting Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ending Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ports of Call: San Juan, Tortola, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), St John's, Basseterre, St Croix, San Juan	7 Nights	$632 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Dream Carnival Cruises 50 Sail Dates: 5/24/27; 5/29/27; 6/7/27; 6/12/27; 6/21/27; 6/26/27; 7/5/27; 7/10/27; 7/19/27; 7/24/27; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ending Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Cozumel, Progreso, New Orleans	5 Nights	$379 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan	Duration	Priced from
Grandeur of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 48 Sail Dates: 7/12; 7/25; 7/26; 8/8; 8/9; 8/15; 8/16; 8/22; 8/23; 8/29; See More Starting Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ending Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ports of Call: San Juan, Tortola, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), St John's, Basseterre, St Croix, San Juan	7 Nights	$632 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise from Tampa	Duration	Priced from
Radiance of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 48 Sail Dates: 5/3/27; 5/8/27; 5/17/27; 5/22/27; 5/31/27; 6/5/27; 6/14/27; 6/19/27; 6/28/27; 7/3/27; See More Starting Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ending Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Tampa, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Tampa	5 Nights	$351 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise from Galveston	Duration	Priced from
Liberty of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 46 Sail Dates: 4/26/27; 5/1/27; 5/10/27; 5/15/27; 5/24/27; 5/29/27; 6/7/27; 6/12/27; 6/21/27; 6/26/27; See More Starting Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ending Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ports of Call: Galveston, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Galveston	5 Nights	$429 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Horizon Carnival Cruises 44 Sail Dates: 5/31/27; 6/5/27; 6/14/27; 6/19/27; 6/28/27; 7/3/27; 7/12/27; 7/17/27; 7/26/27; 7/31/27; See More Starting Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ending Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ports of Call: Galveston, Cozumel, Progreso, Galveston	5 Nights	$404 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Prima Norwegian Cruise Line 43 Sail Dates: 7/12; 7/19; 7/26; 8/2; 8/9; 8/16; 8/23; 8/30; 9/6; 9/13; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ending Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Puerto Plata, St Thomas, Tortola, Great Stirrup Cay, Port Canaveral	7 Nights	$729 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Valor Carnival Cruises 43 Sail Dates: 7/11; 7/20; 7/25; 8/3; 8/8; 8/17; 8/22; 8/31; 9/5; 9/14; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ending Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Cozumel, Progreso, New Orleans	5 Nights	$299 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Miami	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Aura Norwegian Cruise Line 41 Sail Dates: 6/19/27; 6/26/27; 7/3/27; 7/10/27; 7/17/27; 7/24/27; 7/31/27; 8/7/27; 8/14/27; 8/21/27; See More Starting Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ending Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Miami	7 Nights	$1,119 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan	Duration	Priced from
Vision of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 41 Sail Dates: 11/1; 11/8; 11/15; 11/22; 11/29; 12/6; 12/13; 1/3/27; 1/10/27; 1/17/27; See More Starting Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ending Port: San Juan, Puerto Rico Ports of Call: San Juan, Charlotte Amalie (St Thomas), St John's, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), St Croix, Basseterre...	7 Nights	$499 per person (double occupancy)

6 Night Eastern Caribbean from Miami Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Magic Carnival Cruises 41 Sail Dates: 7/19; 8/2; 8/16; 8/30; 9/13; 9/27; 10/11; 10/25; 11/8; 11/22; See More Starting Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ending Port: Miami, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Miami, Celebration Key, Amber Cove, Grand Turk, Miami	6 Nights	$307 per person (double occupancy)

6 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Jubilee Carnival Cruises 40 Sail Dates: 9/27; 10/11; 10/25; 11/8; 11/22; 12/6; 12/12; 1/3/27; 1/17/27; 1/31/27; See More Starting Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ending Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ports of Call: Galveston, Cozumel, Mahogany Bay, Galveston	6 Nights	$489 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Breeze Carnival Cruises 40 Sail Dates: 7/13; 7/18; 7/27; 8/1; 8/10; 8/15; 8/24; 8/29; 9/7; 9/12; See More Starting Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ending Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ports of Call: Galveston, Cozumel, Progreso, Galveston	5 Nights	$363 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Epic Norwegian Cruise Line 39 Sail Dates: 11/15; 11/22; 11/29; 12/13; 12/20; 12/27; 1/3/27; 1/10/27; 1/17/27; 1/24/27; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ending Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Nassau, Great Stirrup Cay, Georgetown , Cozumel, Port Canaveral	7 Nights	$499 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay and Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral	Duration	Priced from
Harmony of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 38 Sail Dates: 4/17/27; 4/24/27; 5/1/27; 5/8/27; 5/15/27; 5/22/27; 6/5/27; 6/12/27; 6/19/27; 6/26/27; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ending Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Costa Maya, Roatan, Cozumel, Perfect Day at CocoCay Bahamas, Port Canaveral	7 Nights	$798 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans	Duration	Priced from
Mariner of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 36 Sail Dates: 11/7; 11/14; 11/21; 11/28; 12/5; 12/12; 1/2/27; 1/9/27; 1/16/27; 1/23/27; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ending Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Cozumel, Georgetown , Falmouth, New Orleans	7 Nights	$499 per person (double occupancy)

5 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise	Duration	Priced from
Carnival Paradise Carnival Cruises 35 Sail Dates: 11/28; 12/12; 12/21; 1/4/27; 1/9/27; 2/1/27; 3/6/27; 3/15/27; 3/29/27; 4/3/27; See More Starting Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ending Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Tampa, Mahogany Bay, Cozumel, Tampa	5 Nights	$315 per person (double occupancy)

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