Cruises to Great Stirrup Cay from Florida

Visiting the Bahamian island of Great Stirrup Cay is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The best way to do this is by planning a cruise from one of the many Florida ports.

Florida, known as “The Sunshine State,” is also a top-ranked holiday destination in its own right. With so much to do in Florida, it’s worth spending a few days there before or after your cruise. As a sun, sea, and sand location, Florida attracts all kinds of travelers, from partygoers to retirees, nature lovers, thrill seekers, and even foodies, not to mention beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts. Explore some of Florida’s busy, modern cities, quiet beach towns, and beautiful natural areas.

If you’re thinking about taking a cruise from Florida with a stop in Great Stirrup Cay, you have four ports to choose from: Miami, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Tampa, and Port Canaveral (Orlando). Whichever departure port you choose on your journey from Florida to the Bahamas island of Great Stirrup Cay, with multiple stops in all kinds of different ports, you’ll be greeted by sandy white beaches, tropical weather, lush green landscapes, and colorful cultures.

So, if you want a vacation that is both exciting and restful, with a layover in Great Stirrup Cay, choose one of the cruises that depart out of Florida.

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Great Stirrup Cay is a small island in the Bahamas owned by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). It is often used as a stopover for Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is part of the Berry Islands. The island was purchased by NCL from the Belcher Oil Company and turned into a private island for cruise ship passengers. Ships anchor off shore, and visitors are transferred by tender to the island to enjoy the beaches, facilities, and water activities provided. The climate on Great Stirrup Cay is tropical. From December to April, the average daytime temperature is around 75 °F, but from May to November, the average daily temperature is between 85 °F and 93 °F.

Great Stirrup Cay tourist attractions

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas Great Stirrup Cay is an unspoiled paradise of magnificent white sandy beaches, majestic coconut palms, and calm, pristine waters where an abundance of colorful marine life inhabits the surrounding coral reefs. Guests can make use of[…]

Cruises to the Bahamas from Florida

Take a cruise from Florida to the fast-paced lifestyle of Paradise Island and Nassau, the Bahamas’ capital and largest city, steeped in local culture and history, or sail to Freeport, the principal city on Grand Bahama, which boasts one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems. Cruise to some of the most exquisite ports of call and pure private-destination paradises, including Castaway Cay, CocoCay, Half Moon Cay, Great Stirrup Cay, Ocean Cay, and Princess Cays. Then there’s Bimini, a new portion of the Bahamas’ gorgeous islands now open to cruise ships.

Find your next cruise to Great Stirrup Cay from Florida’s ports:

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas from Miami, March 27, 2025

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas from Miami, March 27, 2025

4-day mini cruise to Grand Bahama Island, Nassau & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

1 month ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 23, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

1 month ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, March 22, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

1 month ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 16, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

2 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral, March 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Cozumel, George Town, Ocho Rios and Great Stirrup Cay with Norwegian Cruise Line Cruising from: Port Canaveral…

2 months ago

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas from Miami, March 14, 2025

3-day mini cruise to Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 14, 2025;…

2 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 9, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

2 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, March 8, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

2 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 2, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

2 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, March 1, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

2 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 23, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

2 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, February 22, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

2 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 16, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

3 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral, February 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Cozumel, George Town, Ocho Rios and Great Stirrup Cay with Norwegian Cruise Line Cruising from: Port Canaveral…

3 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 9, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

3 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, February 8, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

3 months ago

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas from Miami, January 31, 2025

3-day mini cruise to Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: January 31, 2025;…

3 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 2, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

3 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, February 1, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

3 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, January 26, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

3 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, January 25, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

3 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, January 19, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

3 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral, January 18, 2025

7-day cruise to Cozumel, George Town, Ocho Rios and Great Stirrup Cay with Norwegian Cruise Line Cruising from: Port Canaveral…

3 months ago

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas from Miami, January 17, 2025

3-day mini cruise to Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: January 17, 2025;…

4 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, January 12, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

4 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, January 11, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, Tortola, St. Thomas and Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida;…

4 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, January 5, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date:…

4 months ago

Norwegian Epic, Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral, January 4, 2025

7-day cruise to Great Stirrup Cay, St. Thomas, San Juan and Puerto Plata with NCL Cruising from: Port Canaveral (Orlando),…

4 months ago

Norwegian Pearl, Bahamas New Year cruise from Miami, December 30, 2024

4-day Holiday mini cruise to Grand Bahama Island, Nassau & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure…

4 months ago

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean New Year cruise from Miami, December 29, 2024

7-day Holiday cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure…

4 months ago