Aruba (Oranjestad) Cruise Ship Schedule, December 2028
Aruba cruise ship schedules show arrivals and departures at Oranjestad's downtown cruise terminal. Itineraries may say Aruba only, but ships dock in Oranjestad for shore excursion planning.
December 2028 Schedule Overview
Aruba cruise ship schedules show arrivals and departures at Oranjestad's downtown cruise terminal. Itineraries may say Aruba only, but ships dock in Oranjestad for shore excursion planning. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
December 2028 Summary
- Ship calls
- 4
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 12,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Dec 5, 2028 (1 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking Aruba shore excursions in December.
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December 2028 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-12-05 | Seven Seas Mariner | Regent Seven Seas | 07:00 | 19:00 | 12h | 708 to 779 | n/a |
| 2028-12-08 | Oceania Vista | Oceania Cruises | 13:00 | 23:00 | 10h | 1,218 to 1,469 | n/a |
| 2028-12-29 | Seven Seas Mariner | Regent Seven Seas | 09:00 | 20:00 | 11h | 708 to 779 | n/a |
| 2028-12-30 | Seven Seas Grandeur | Regent Seven Seas | 11:00 | 20:00 | 9h | 754 to 829 | n/a |
4 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your December 2028 Excursion
Once you know your ship's December 2028 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Aruba. Start with our authority port guide, then browse specialist local operators with pier-aware pickup and clear return-timing policies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Aruba in December 2028?
This page lists 3 scheduled vessels in December 2028, including Oceania Vista, Seven Seas Grandeur, Seven Seas Mariner. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Aruba arrival times change in December 2028?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust December 2028 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. December falls in the Caribbean's dry winter peak season, with reliable sunshine, generally calm seas, and the year's heaviest cruise traffic, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a December 2028 Aruba shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this December 2028 schedule, December 2028 is peak season at Aruba, so book must-do tours two to three weeks ahead. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife tours sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship at Aruba in December 2028?
Plan to be back at the Aruba terminal 30–60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port, which is common in December 2028.
What excursions suit Aruba in December 2028?
December falls in the Caribbean's dry winter peak season, with reliable sunshine, generally calm seas, and the year's heaviest cruise traffic. Expect Aruba to fill on multi-ship days, so reserve signature excursions well ahead. Conditions favour reef snorkel, catamaran sails, and beach days.
Aruba cruise ship schedules show arrivals and departures at Oranjestad's downtown cruise terminal. View the Aruba cruise ship schedule for December 2028, including 4 scheduled cruise calls, arrival times, departure times and planning tips for shore excursions. Arrival and departure times are subject to change. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.