In summer 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will open a new water park spanning almost six acres on its private island in The Bahamas. Located on Great Stirrup Cay, Great Tides Waterpark will feature 19 waterslides, an almost 800ft dynamic river, a jet kart water track as well as a range of other experiences, including swim-up bars, splash zones and cliff jumps. “Great Stirrup Cay has always been an amazing part of the Norwegian Cruise Line guest experience and continues to be one of our highest-rated destinations,” said David Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line.

“This new water park is an outstanding addition to our recent announcement about other amazing new amenities on the island soon to debut. With each phase of our enhancements, we're bringing ashore more of what our guests love about sailing with NCL. Whether you want to relax by the huge new heated pool – complete with multiple swim-up bars, are looking forward to racing down one of the 19 waterslides with your kids at Great Tides Waterpark, or just want to enjoy the ocean breeze from one of the hammocks at Hammock Bay, Great Stirrup Cay will soon boast even more ways to escape to your great life for a memorable vacation on and off the ship.” NCL expects to welcome over one million guests to Great Stirrup Cay across 15 of its ships in 2026.