19 Waterslides on a Cruise Private Island - Great Tides Waterpark (2026)
Great Stirrup Cay PortBahamas CountryNorwegian Cruise Line Cruise LineJacksonville PortMiami PortTampa PortNorwegian Luna Cruise Ship
Norwegian Cruise Line just unveiled first photos of Great Tides Waterpark, a massive 6-acre waterpark on their private island Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. Opens September 4, 2026. WHAT'S INCLUDED: - 19 waterslides total (11 main + 8 kids) - 170-foot Tidal Tower with 8 slides, including Caribbean's first dueling Master Blaster water coasters - Cliffside Cove: cruise industry's FIRST cliff jumps (10 and 15 feet — tallest in Caribbean) - The Great Slide: Caribbean's only 4-person body slide - The Wandering River: nearly 800-foot dynamic river with illuminated grotto tunnel (industry's first immersive river tunnel) - Splash Cay: 9,000 sq ft kids splash zone - Floataway Bar: bar right in the middle of the river - Grotto Bar: overlooks Cliffside Cove cliff jumps DINING: - Low Tide Smoke (BBQ: riblets, nachos, wings) - Catch of the Cay (seafood: shrimp rolls, fried shrimp baskets) - Tidal Treats (desserts: bubble waffle sundaes, fish-shaped cones) - Complimentary buffet dining available - Beverages included with NCL's Free at Sea package GRAND OPENING: - September 4, 2026 during Norwegian Luna's 7-day Caribbean sailing from Miami (Aug 29 departure) - Year-round itineraries available after Sept 4 from NY, Philadelphia, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando, Miami - New two-berth pier — walk directly onto island, no tender boats - Day passes on sale now via myNCL account - Private cabanas available (up to 6 people, includes waterpark admission) - Adult-only Vibe Shore Club also available Quote from NCL President Marc Kazlauskas: "From adrenaline-pumping attractions and family-friendly activities to unique dining experiences and places to relax, Great Tides Waterpark will showcase the innovative design, scale and adventure that await guests visiting the island." Sources: NCL Newsroom, Travel Weekly, Cruise Critic, Porthole Cruise, ThrillGeek T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY: Comment sub'd to enter. Every 100 subscribers I'll pick one random subscriber to win a free Lido Burrito T-shirt - then again at 200, 300, and beyond. US only. Must be subscribed to win. Winner contacted via YouTube and announced on the channel. Affiliate links: Shore excursions: https://www.viator.com/searchResults?text=cruise+shore+excursions&pid=P00308799&medium=link&campaign=lidoburrito Travel insurance: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26558778&utm_source=26558778&utm_medium=Ambassador