Grand Cayman (George Town) Cruise Ship Schedule, April 2028
Grand Cayman cruise schedules list ship calls at George Town, where vessels anchor and use tenders. Itineraries may say Grand Cayman, but planning should assume tender time to George Town on port day.
April 2028 Schedule Overview
Grand Cayman cruise schedules list ship calls at George Town, where vessels anchor and use tenders. Itineraries may say Grand Cayman, but planning should assume tender time to George Town on port day. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
Tender port: Grand Cayman uses ship-to-shore tender boats. Allow extra return time on April 2028 port days.
April 2028 Summary
- Ship calls
- 18
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 54,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Wed, Apr 5, 2028 (3 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean
Planning tip: Wed, Apr 5, 2028 is the busiest day this month with 3 scheduled ship calls. Book reef tours, beach clubs, and popular attractions early on that date.
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April 2028 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-04-04 | Mariner Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 10:00 | 18:00 | 8h | 3,334 to 4,001 | n/a |
| 2028-04-05 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2028-04-05 | Celebrity Ascent | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 | n/a |
| 2028-04-05 | Nieuw Amsterdam | Holland America Line | 08:00 | 15:00 | 7h | 2,106 to 2,527 | n/a |
| 2028-04-06 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 10:00 | 19:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2028-04-06 | Serenade Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 2,150 to 2,580 | n/a |
| 2028-04-07 | Celebrity Xcel | Celebrity Cruises | 10:00 | 18:00 | 8h | 3,260 to 3,521 | n/a |
| 2028-04-10 | Carnival Spirit | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 17:00 | 8h | 2,124 to 2,549 | n/a |
| 2028-04-11 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 | n/a |
| 2028-04-11 | Explorer Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 10:00 | 18:00 | 8h | 3,282 to 3,938 | n/a |
| 2028-04-12 | Carnival Paradise | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 15:00 | 7h | 2,204 to 2,668 | n/a |
| 2028-04-12 | Celebrity Silhouette | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 2,886 to 3,463 | n/a |
| 2028-04-17 | Carnival Paradise | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 15:00 | 7h | 2,204 to 2,668 | n/a |
| 2028-04-17 | Carnival Sunshine | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,012 to 3,765 | n/a |
| 2028-04-18 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2028-04-18 | Mariner Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 10:00 | 18:00 | 8h | 3,334 to 4,001 | n/a |
| 2028-04-20 | Independence Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 10:30 | 18:00 | 7h 30m | 3,630 to 4,356 | n/a |
| 2028-04-20 | Serenade Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 2,150 to 2,580 | n/a |
18 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your April 2028 Excursion
Once you know your ship's April 2028 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Grand Cayman. With up to 3 ships sharing the pier on the busiest April 2028 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Grand Cayman in April 2028?
This page lists 14 scheduled vessels in April 2028, including Carnival Paradise, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Vista, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Silhouette, and 6 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Grand Cayman arrival times change in April 2028?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust April 2028 times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. April is shoulder season — warm, largely dry, and quieter than the winter peak apart from early-April spring-break weeks, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a April 2028 Grand Cayman shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this April 2028 schedule, April 2028 is shoulder season at Grand Cayman, so book popular tours one to two weeks ahead. The busiest day this month lists 3 ships, when operators sell out fastest. 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 Grand Cayman in April 2028?
As a tender port, plan to be at the Grand Cayman tender pickup point 60–90 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port.
What excursions suit Grand Cayman in April 2028?
April is shoulder season — warm, largely dry, and quieter than the winter peak apart from early-April spring-break weeks. Grand Cayman crowds ease, improving excursion availability. Seas stay favourable for snorkel and boat tours. As a tender port, Grand Cayman is sensitive to sea conditions — allow extra return buffer if winds pick up.
Grand Cayman cruise schedules list ship calls at George Town, where vessels anchor and use tenders. View the Grand Cayman cruise ship schedule for April 2028, including 18 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.