5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip)
Carnival Elation
Carnival Elation
July 21, 2025
5 Night Bahamas

Carnival Elation - 7/21/2025

The July 21, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Elation departs from Jacksonville, Florida. On this 5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Elation sets sail on Monday, Jul 21st and returns on Saturday, Jul 26th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Jacksonville
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Elation cruise ship departing July 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $924 ($185 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $774 ($155 per night), this represents a recent increase of 19%.

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Inside Cabin
$924
19%
vs Avg $774

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Elation - July 21, 2025 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jul 21stJacksonville, Florida
2Jul 22ndAt Sea
3Jul 23rdPrincess Cays (Cruise Line Private Island)
4Jul 24thCelebration Key, Bahamas
5Jul 25thAt Sea
6Jul 26thJacksonville, Florida

The Carnival Elation sails on July 21, 2025 for a 5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Jacksonville, Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Jacksonville, Florida on Jul 26th at 8:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Elation will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Elation Size Infographic

Carnival Elation

72 k
tonnage
855 ft
length
1998
year built
1,093
cabins
2,606
passengers
920
crew

CARNIVAL ELATION SIZE

The Elation has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 71,909 gross tons. The ship measures 855 feet (261 meters) in length. Carnival Elation is included in Carnival’s Fantasy Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Elation holds 3,526 passengers. That includes 2,606 cruise vacationers and 920 staff members. The Elation total number of staterooms is 1,093.

Carnival Elation Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:71,909 GT
  • Length:855 ft (261 m)
  • Beam:103 ft (31 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:1998
  • Years Served:1998 - Present
  • Capacity:2,606
  • Crew Members:920
  • Total on Board:3,526
  • Total Staterooms:1,093
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:300 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Elation age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Elation Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUL 212025
D:3:30 PM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
JUL 222025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JUL 232025
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Princess Cays, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Eleuthera’s beaches and banana boat rides. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures pink sands and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Princess Cays’ island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Princess Cays an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
JUL 242025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.

Day5
JUL 252025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
JUL 262025
A:8:00 AM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)