Carnival Elation - March 16, 2026
The March 16, 2026 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 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Elation sets sail on Monday, Mar 16th and returns on Saturday, Mar 21st.
March 16, 2026
Mar 16th - Mar 21st
Carnival Elation
Carnival Cruise Line
5 Night Bahamas
from Jacksonville, Florida
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Elation cruise ship departing March 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $576 ($116 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $530 ($107 per night), this represents a recent increase of 9%.
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Carnival Elation
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.
Itinerary
Carnival Elation - March 16, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 16th | Jacksonville, Florida |
| 2 | Mar 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | Mar 18th | Celebration Key, Bahamas |
| 4 | Mar 19th | Princess Cays (Cruise Line Private Island) |
| 5 | Mar 20th | At Sea |
| 6 | Mar 21st | Jacksonville, Florida |
Cruise Itinerary
The Carnival Elation sails on March 16, 2026 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 Mar 21st at 8:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Elation will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Jacksonville offers something for everyone. History buffs can visit the many landmarks that stretch from Amelia Island to St. Augustine, and families will find the array of attractions, including the many white-sand beaches, both fun and relaxing. Music fans can take in live performances at a variety of venues, and sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, sailing, or one of the area's golf courses.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Princess Cays is a private beach resort located on the southern tip of Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas. It is owned by Princess Cruises and is exclusively available to their guests. The resort covers over 40 acres and features pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, and a lush tropical landscape. The beach is surrounded by coral reefs, making it an ideal location for snorkeling and scuba diving.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Jacksonville offers something for everyone. History buffs can visit the many landmarks that stretch from Amelia Island to St. Augustine, and families will find the array of attractions, including the many white-sand beaches, both fun and relaxing. Music fans can take in live performances at a variety of venues, and sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, sailing, or one of the area's golf courses.