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St. Thomas (Charlotte Amalie) Cruise Ship Schedule, December 2028

Most cruise ships scheduled at St. Thomas arrive in Charlotte Amalie at Havensight or Crown Bay. Itineraries may list St. Thomas or Charlotte Amalie, both refer to the same port area for planning shore excursions.

December 2028 Schedule Overview

Most cruise ships scheduled at St. Thomas arrive in Charlotte Amalie at Havensight or Crown Bay. Itineraries may list St. Thomas or Charlotte Amalie, both refer to the same port area for planning shore excursions. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.

December 2028 at St. Thomas: December falls in the Caribbean's dry winter peak season, with reliable sunshine, generally calm seas, and the year's heaviest cruise traffic. Expect St. Thomas to fill on multi-ship days, so reserve signature excursions well ahead. Conditions favour reef snorkel, catamaran sails, and beach days.

December 2028 Summary

Ship calls
3
Estimated passenger capacity
9,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
Busiest scheduled day
Wed, Dec 6, 2028 (1 ships)
Main cruise lines
Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas

Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking St. Thomas shore excursions in December.

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December 2028 Schedule Table

DateShipCruise LineArrivalDepartureTime in PortPassenger CapacityNotes
2028-12-06Seven Seas GrandeurRegent Seven Seas08:0017:009h754 to 829n/a
2028-12-19Oceania VistaOceania Cruises09:0018:009h1,218 to 1,469n/a
2028-12-24Seven Seas PrestigeRegent Seven Seas08:0018:0010h822n/a

3 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 St. Thomas. 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 St. Thomas in December 2028?

This page lists 3 scheduled vessels in December 2028, including Oceania Vista, Seven Seas Grandeur, Seven Seas Prestige. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.

Can St. Thomas arrival times change in December 2028?

Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust December 2028 times for weather, pier traffic, 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 St. Thomas shore excursion?

Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this December 2028 schedule, December 2028 is peak season at St. Thomas, 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 St. Thomas in December 2028?

Plan to be back at the St. Thomas terminal 30–60 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 St. Thomas 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 St. Thomas to fill on multi-ship days, so reserve signature excursions well ahead. Conditions favour reef snorkel, catamaran sails, and beach days.

Most cruise ships scheduled at St. View the St. Thomas cruise ship schedule for December 2028, including 3 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.