Grand Cayman (George Town) Cruise Ship Schedule, September 2026
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.
September 2026 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 September 2026 port days.
September 2026 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, Sep 24, 2026 (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, Sep 24, 2026 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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September 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-03 | Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:30 | 8h 30m | 3,215 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-09-03 | Margaritaville At Sea Islander | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-09-07 | Margaritaville At Sea Islander | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-09-08 | Disney Treasure | Disney Cruise Line | 10:30 | 17:30 | 7h | 2,476 to 3,466 | n/a |
| 2026-09-10 | Carnival Horizon | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-09-10 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 10:00 | 15:30 | 5h 30m | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-09-17 | Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:30 | 8h 30m | 3,215 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-09-22 | Celebrity Reflection | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 3,046 to 3,655 | n/a |
| 2026-09-22 | Disney Treasure | Disney Cruise Line | 10:30 | 17:30 | 7h | 2,476 to 3,466 | n/a |
| 2026-09-24 | Carnival Horizon | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-09-24 | Margaritaville At Sea Islander | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-09-24 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 10:00 | 15:30 | 5h 30m | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-09-28 | Adventure Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 10:30 | 18:00 | 7h 30m | 3,382 to 4,058 | 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 September 2026?
This page lists 7 scheduled vessels in September 2026, including Adventure Of The Seas, Carnival Horizon, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Reflection, Disney Treasure, Margaritaville At Sea Islander, Norwegian Prima. 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 September 2026 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 September 2026, 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.