Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has released the first images of its Great Tides Waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, ahead of its grand opening on 04SEP, 2026.
Spanning nearly six acres on the cruise line's 270-acre private island, the waterpark will be NCL's largest to date, combining “exhilarating thrills and family fun.” The debut of Great Tides Waterpark follows the completion of the island's new two-berth pier.
“With just one month until the grand opening of Great Tides Waterpark, we're excited to give guests a first look at what will become one of the Caribbean's most dynamic destination experiences," said Marc Kazlauskas, president of Norwegian Cruise Line.
Attractions at Great Tides include The Wandering River, billed as the cruise industry's first “immersive tunnel,” The Great Slide, the Caribbean's “only four-person body slide,” Tidal Tower, home to the region's first “duelling Master Blaster slides,” and Cliffside Cove, featuring what NCL says are the “industry's first and the Caribbean's tallest cliff jumps.”
Families can also enjoy Splash Cay, a dedicated splash zone for younger guests.
NCL is also expanding the island's dining options with new venues including Low Tide Smoke, serving barbecue favourites and Tidal Treats, featuring ice cream and desserts.
Beverages are included on Great Stirrup Cay with NCL’s Free at Sea unlimited beverage package, available at Grotto Bar and Floataway Bar, offering views of the waterpark.
Guests can also reserve private cabanas within the waterpark, book access to the adults-only Vibe Shore Club, or retreat to the island's exclusive Silver Cove, which features a private beach, infinity pool, restaurant and spa.
Guests who want to join in the grand opening celebrations on 04SEP can book Norwegian Luna’s 29AUG, 2026 seven-day Caribbean sailing and purchase day passes to Great Tides Waterpark.
After the opening, itineraries featuring calls to Great Stirrup Cay will be available year-round.
