Grand Cayman (George Town) Cruise Ship Schedule, October 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.
October 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 October 2027 port days.
October 2027 Summary
- Ship calls
- 15
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 45,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Thu, Oct 28, 2027 (4 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Thu, Oct 28, 2027 is the busiest day this month with 4 scheduled ship calls. Book reef tours, beach clubs, and popular attractions early on that date.
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October 2027 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-10-11 | Margaritaville At Sea Islander | Verify with cruise line | 12:00 | 20:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-10-12 | Celebrity Reflection | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,046 to 3,655 | n/a |
| 2027-10-14 | Norwegian Aqua | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2027-10-14 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 4,232 to 5,145 | n/a |
| 2027-10-15 | Norwegian Joy | Norwegian Cruise Line | 09:00 | 17:00 | 8h | 3,850 to 4,620 | n/a |
| 2027-10-18 | MSC Poesia | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,550 to 3,060 | n/a |
| 2027-10-20 | Serenade Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 2,150 to 2,580 | n/a |
| 2027-10-20 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2027-10-26 | Margaritaville At Sea Islander | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-10-26 | Oceania Vista | Oceania Cruises | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 1,218 to 1,469 | n/a |
| 2027-10-27 | Celebrity Reflection | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,046 to 3,655 | n/a |
| 2027-10-28 | Carnival Liberty | Carnival Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 2,978 to 3,574 | n/a |
| 2027-10-28 | Norwegian Aqua | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2027-10-28 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 4,232 to 5,145 | n/a |
| 2027-10-28 | Enchantment Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,288 to 2,746 | n/a |
15 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your October 2027 Excursion
Once you know your ship's October 2027 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Grand Cayman. With up to 4 ships sharing the pier on the busiest October 2027 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Grand Cayman in October 2027?
This page lists 11 scheduled vessels in October 2027, including Carnival Liberty, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista, Celebrity Reflection, Enchantment Of The Seas, MSC Poesia, Margaritaville At Sea Islander, Norwegian Aqua, and 3 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Grand Cayman arrival times change in October 2027?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust October 2027 times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. October is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a October 2027 Grand Cayman shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this October 2027 schedule, October 2027 is quieter at Grand Cayman, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. The busiest day this month lists 4 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 October 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 October 2027?
October is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes. Grand Cayman excursions are easiest to book now, but keep plans flexible and watch tropical weather. Choose operators with clear cancellation terms. 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 October 2027, including 15 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.