Grand Cayman (George Town) Cruise Ship Schedule, December 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.
December 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 December 2028 port days.
December 2028 Summary
- Ship calls
- 6
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 18,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Dec 26, 2028 (2 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas
Planning tip: Grand Cayman uses tenders. On December port days, allow 20-40 minutes each way and keep 60-90 minutes before published departure.
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December 2028 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-12-08 | Seven Seas Mariner | Regent Seven Seas | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 708 to 779 | n/a |
| 2028-12-11 | Seven Seas Prestige | Regent Seven Seas | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 822 | n/a |
| 2028-12-19 | Seven Seas Mariner | Regent Seven Seas | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 708 to 779 | n/a |
| 2028-12-26 | Oceania Sonata | Oceania Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | n/a | |
| 2028-12-26 | Seven Seas Mariner | Regent Seven Seas | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 708 to 779 | n/a |
| 2028-12-31 | Oceania Vista | Oceania Cruises | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 1,218 to 1,469 | n/a |
6 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 Grand Cayman. 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 Grand Cayman in December 2028?
This page lists 4 scheduled vessels in December 2028, including Oceania Sonata, Oceania Vista, Seven Seas Mariner, Seven Seas Prestige. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Grand Cayman arrival times change in December 2028?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust December 2028 times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, 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 Grand Cayman shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this December 2028 schedule, December 2028 is peak season at Grand Cayman, 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 Grand Cayman in December 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, which is common in December 2028.
What excursions suit Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman to fill on multi-ship days, so reserve signature excursions well ahead. Conditions favour reef snorkel, catamaran sails, and beach days. 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 December 2028, including 6 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.