NCL Announces Great Stirrup Cay Makeover Details — Here’s the Skinny

If you’ve sailed Norwegian before, you’ve probably spent a day at their private island in the Bahamas—Great Stirrup Cay. We’ve known for a while that a major refresh was in the works, and now Norwegian has shared fresh details about what’s coming.

Late 2025 will bring:

• Easier arrivals: A new pier with space for two ships means no more tender boats.
• More room to relax: A huge heated pool complex with swim-up bars and rentable cabanas.
• Family fun: A splash zone for kids, Horizon Park with shaded lawns and games, plus a tram to easily explore the island.
• Adult escapes: Lounge beds and premium service at Vibe Beach Club, or hammocks tucked away in a quiet tiki-themed bay.

And that’s not all. Summer 2026 introduces the Great Tides Waterpark—six acres of water slides (19 in total!), an 800-foot river, cliff jumping spots, and even jet kart water tracks.

This is more than a facelift—it’s doubling the island’s capacity and stepping up NCL’s private island game in a big way. If you’ve enjoyed Great Stirrup Cay before, you’ll love what’s coming next.