Hello friends, readers, and fellow cruisers!
Let me catch you up a little. If you missed my last blog, we recently took a cruise with Royal Caribbean — and we had an amazing experience! If you’re interested in reading about that adventure, you can find it here:
Royal Caribbean has arguably built the best private island experience out there. Perfect Day at CocoCay is exclusive to Royal Caribbean passengers and truly lives up to the hype. There’s so much to do, tons of ways to relax, and plenty of exciting add-ons if you’re looking to upgrade your day. The best part? Admission is included with your cruise fare, and many of the island’s attractions are free — though some premium features do come at an extra cost.
The island is beautifully designed with something for every type of traveler, whether you’re in search of adventure, rest, or family fun.
🌴 What Is a Perfect Day at CocoCay?
Most Royal Caribbean itineraries include a stop at CocoCay, a Bahamian island operated exclusively by Royal Caribbean. You’ll typically dock for 8–10 hours, with exact times listed when you book your cruise.
The island is divided into several themed sections, each offering its own vibe. Some are included with your cruise fare (marked with ✅), while others require an additional fee (marked with 💵).
Island Sections at a Glance:
- 💵 Thrill Waterpark
- Daredevil’s Peak: Tallest waterslide in North America
- Wave Pool: Largest in the Caribbean
- Adventure Pool: Water obstacle course and splash zones
- Daredevil’s Peak: Tallest waterslide in North America
- ✅ Oasis Lagoon
- Largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean
- Swim-up bar, loungers, and family-friendly areas
- Largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean
- ✅ Chill Island
- Serene beach with white sand and clear water
- Free beach chairs, snorkeling areas, and floating bars
- Serene beach with white sand and clear water
- ✅ South Beach
- Active zone with beach volleyball, soccer, paddleboarding
- Food shacks and floating bar
- Active zone with beach volleyball, soccer, paddleboarding
- 💵 Coco Beach Club
- Infinity pool, upscale restaurant, and overwater cabanas
- Reservation required
- Infinity pool, upscale restaurant, and overwater cabanas
- 💵 Up, Up, and Away
- Helium balloon ride soaring up to 450 feet for stunning views
- Helium balloon ride soaring up to 450 feet for stunning views
- ✅ Splashaway Bay & Captain Jill’s Galleon
- Interactive water play zones for kids with fountains, cannons, and slides
- Interactive water play zones for kids with fountains, cannons, and slides
🚌 The island is walkable, but there’s also a free tram that makes getting around super easy — which we happily used!
🏖️ Top Things to Do at CocoCay
🌊 For Thrill Seekers:
- Thrill Waterpark – 14 slides including Daredevil’s Peak
- Zip Line – 1,600-foot ride with a splash landing
- Greg and Justin zip lined on the island and had a great experience!
- Up, Up and Away – Helium balloon ride for panoramic views
🧘 For Relaxation:
- Oasis Lagoon – Swim-up bar, in-pool loungers
- Chill Island – Calm beach perfect for sunbathing
- Coco Beach Club – Premium loungers and luxury dining (💵)
👨👩👧👦 For Families:
- Splashaway Bay – Kid-friendly water park
- Captain Jill’s Galleon – Pirate-themed splash playground
🏐 For Active Fun:
- South Beach – Courts, water sports, and games
- Straw Market – Local vendors, souvenirs, and hair braiding
✅ What’s Included With Your Cruise Fare?
Here’s what you get access to at no extra cost:
- Oasis Lagoon
- Chill Island, Breezy Bay, South Beach, Cove Beach, Harbor Beach
- Splashaway Bay & Captain Jill’s Galleon
- Skipper’s Grill, Chill Grill, Snack Shack
- Towels, umbrellas, hammocks, lockers
- Free tram and beach access wheelchairs
💵 Optional Add-Ons (Prices May Vary)
We personally didn’t purchase any add-ons — and still had a perfect day! But if you’re looking to enhance your visit, here are some extras you can book in the Royal Caribbean app:
- Hideaway Beach Pass: $37.38
- Coco Beach Club Pass: $98.98
- Thrill Waterpark Day Pass: $53.88
- Zip Line: $37.37
- Up, Up & Away Balloon Ride: $42.88
- Beach Bed Rental: $218.88
- Floating Beach Mat: $9.88
- Chill Island Cabana: $658.90
🍔 Dining Around the Island
CocoCay offers both complimentary and premium dining options. We stuck with the free ones — and they were fantastic!
✅ Complimentary Dining:
- Skipper’s Grill & Chill Grill
Burgers, tacos, hot dogs, salads, fruit, and soft-serve ice cream - Snack Shack
Famous Shack burgers, chicken sandwiches, funnel cake, mozzarella sticks, and more
🍽️ Premium Dining:
- Captain Jack’s
Wings, fries, and signature drinks (wings are $7.95 per 10) - Coco Beach Club Restaurant
Upscale fare including lobster, truffle fries, and grilled vegetables - Hideaway Hut & Slice of Paradise (Hideaway Beach)
Casual bites like pizza and tropical cocktails
🍹 Beverages:
Water, tea, and lemonade are free. Alcohol and soda are available à la carte or included with a drink package.
🎒 What to Bring to CocoCay
Make sure you’re prepared for the best beach day ever! Here’s what we recommend:
✅ Essentials:
- SeaPass Card or WOW Band
- Towel (from the ship)
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses and/or Hat ( Check out my cute red sox hat from amazon!)
- Flip-flops or water shoes (can’t go anywhere without my bierkenstocks)
- Reusable water bottle
- Small cash/card for Straw Market
- Beach bag or backpack
🎒 Optional But Helpful:
- Waterproof phone case or dry bag
- Snorkel gear (wish we’d brought ours — the water is full of marine life!)
- Portable charger
- Change of clothes
👗 What I Wore to CocoCay
Of course, I have to share my CocoCay outfit picks!
Bathing suit is from Shein, hat from amazon, and sunglasses from target.
🌞 Final Thoughts on CocoCay
From adrenaline-pumping thrills to moments of total serenity, Perfect Day at CocoCay delivered on every front. Whether you’re zip-lining across the island, floating in Oasis Lagoon, or sipping a Coco Loco with your toes in the sand, this place has something magical about it.
It’s more than a cruise stop — it’s a destination in its own right. We loved every minute of it, and we can’t wait to go back.
Next up: Our day in Nassau!
Also, Abby and I just booked a day trip to NYC from Portland, ME. I can’t wait to tell you all about our plans and our experience!
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