Grand Cayman (George Town) Cruise Ship Schedule, May 2027
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.
May 2027 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 May 2027 port days.
May 2027 Summary
- Ship calls
- 13
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 39,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Thu, May 13, 2027 (3 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Thu, May 13, 2027 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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May 2027 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-05-01 | Radiance Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,122 to 2,546 | n/a |
| 2027-05-03 | Carnival Paradise | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 15:00 | 7h | 2,204 to 2,668 | n/a |
| 2027-05-04 | Disney Treasure | Disney Cruise Line | 10:30 | 17:30 | 7h | 2,476 to 3,466 | n/a |
| 2027-05-06 | Carnival Firenze | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 4,232 to 5,078 | n/a |
| 2027-05-06 | Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-05-13 | Carnival Liberty | Carnival Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 2,978 to 3,574 | n/a |
| 2027-05-13 | Norwegian Aqua | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2027-05-13 | Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-05-18 | Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-05-18 | Disney Treasure | Disney Cruise Line | 10:30 | 17:30 | 7h | 2,476 to 3,466 | n/a |
| 2027-05-23 | Carnival Horizon | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2027-05-24 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2027-05-27 | Norwegian Aqua | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
13 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your May 2027 Excursion
Once you know your ship's May 2027 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Grand Cayman. With up to 3 ships sharing the pier on the busiest May 2027 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Grand Cayman in May 2027?
This page lists 9 scheduled vessels in May 2027, including Carnival Firenze, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Paradise, Celebrity Beyond, Disney Treasure, Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber, Norwegian Aqua, and 1 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Grand Cayman arrival times change in May 2027?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust May 2027 times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. May 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 May 2027 Grand Cayman shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this May 2027 schedule, May 2027 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 May 2027?
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 May 2027?
May 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 May 2027, including 13 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.