Norwegian Cruise Line - The Countdown Begins for Great Tides Waterpark
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The countdown to splash down has begun with the grand opening of NCL’s highly-anticipated waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay, Great Tides Waterpark, which officially opens on September 4th!
Norwegian Cruise Line , the innovator in global cruise travel, announced that the highly anticipated Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay, NCL’s private island in the Bahamas, will take place on Sept. 4, 2026, during Norwegian Luna’s seven-day Caribbean sailing.
Guests sailing to Great Stirrup Cay on or after Sept. 4, 2026 can purchase day passes* to Great Tides Waterpark and personalize their ideal island day with seamless, advance booking. Elevating the experience even further, guests can reserve private cabanas for up to six guests, which includes admission into the waterpark and offers shaded comfort just steps from the park’s signature Tidal Tower featuring jaw-dropping slide, perfect for relaxing between thrills. Additionally, the waterpark experience extends beyond the 19 exhilarating slides with three all-new food trucks serving a dynamic lineup of dining.
Spanning nearly six acres, Great Tides Waterpark will deliver a bold, family-friendly adventure across immersive attractions for all ages. At its center will stand the 170-foot Tidal Tower, featuring the Breakwater Blasters, the industry-first water coasters with downhill drops and uphill blasts within an inner tube, alongside the Whitewater Dash with two body slides; Rapid Mat Racers featuring two mat slides; and a selection of tube slides, Tropic Storm and Tropic Spiral, with spirals and spins for an adrenaline rush.
Additional highlights will include Cliffside Cove, home to the industry’s first and highest cliff jumps; The Great Slide, the Caribbean’s only four-person body slide; Fearless Falls racing slides; and the hidden Grotto Bar tucked beneath the action for prime viewing. Younger guests will be able to splash through Splash Cay, a 9,000-square-foot kids’ zone, while adventure seekers can float along the Wandering River, an over 800-foot, high-energy take on the classic lazy river. The waterpark builds on the recent transformation of Great Stirrup Cay, which includes the expansive Great Life Lagoon, featuring a beach-style entry pool, swim-up bars and ample space to unwind with ocean views. Guests can also elevate their day at the adults-only Vibe Shore Club, enjoy family-friendly offerings like Splash Harbor and explore the island with ease with the island’s latest tram system.
Information courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line
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