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.
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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.
How accurate are cruise ship schedules?
Published schedules are planning guides sourced from verified imports. They are not guaranteed. Weather, tender conditions, and cruise line itinerary changes can alter arrival and departure times.
Can arrival and departure times change?
Yes. Cruise lines and port authorities adjust times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. Check your ship's daily program on port day before disembarking.
How early should I book a shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this May 2027 schedule, book must-do tours at least one to two weeks ahead on busy call days. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife excursions sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship?
Plan to be at the terminal or tender pickup point 30-60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on tender ports, full-day tours, and dates with multiple ships in port.
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.