ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:00 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Horizon sails at 4:00 PM.
8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
CarnivalCarnival Horizon
Carnival Horizon
December 23, 2023
8-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Carnival Horizon · Departing December 23, 2023 from the Port of Miami, Florida.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Horizon December 23, 2023 Cruise Overview
Carnival Horizon leaves Miami, Florida on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 4:00 PM and returns Sunday, December 31 at 8:00 AM: 8 nights with 4 ports of call (Kralendijk, Oranjestad, La Romana and Amber Cove) and 3 days at sea. Carnival Horizon sails this itinerary 15 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 24, 2026. December averages 87°F highs and 73°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Horizon December 23, 2023 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 03 · ITINERARY
8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 23, 2023
All 9 days of the Carnival Horizon December 23, 2023 cruise, including 3 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Horizon·December 23, 2023
Day 2 · Sunday · Dec 24
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Horizon — featuring Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Seaside Theater, Blue Iguana Tequila Bar & Pixels.
Day 3 · Monday · Dec 25
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Horizon.
Day 8 · Saturday · Dec 30
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Horizon.
// 05 · WEATHER
8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Horizon·December 23, 2023
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Miami Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Carnival Horizon itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
5 PORTS OF CALL·973 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURSBest Miami Shore ToursCURATED FROM 234 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 234TOP PRODUCT
4.6(3,194)
$42
Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami
Miami's only off-shore, speedboat tour. Experience thrills during a 45-minute speedboat ride across Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(2,867)
$82.98
Everglades Small-Group Tour from Miami with Transportation
Experience the Florida Everglades on this 4–5 hour small-group tour from Miami, featuring an exciting airboat…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(2,853)
$30
Miami Biscayne Bay rich and famous Sightseeing Boat Tour
Set sail on an unforgettable journey through the famous waters of Biscayne Bay with Miami’s top rated Miami…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
3.5(2,508)
$45
Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 10 Stops and Bay Cruise Option
Discover Miami's vibrant vibes with a hop-on hop-off tour of Magic City. Our flexible tours turn Miami into…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(1,625)
$30
Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline & Celebrity Homes
Set sail on an unforgettable adventure through Biscayne Bay aboard the Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline &…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(1,389)
$78
60 min. Everglades Airboat ride & pick-up ,small group +pro guide
Our Everglades Tour is led by a real guide with over 10 years of experience in Miami. Personal connection is…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(927)
$189
Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride
With your expert naturalist guide, head out on an amazing 90-minute nature walk in Everglades National Park…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(833)
$24.50
Miami Millionaire’s Row Sightseeing Cruise
Experience Miami’s original Millionaire’s Row cruise, family-owned and operated for over 75 years (est…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Miami has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL MIAMI EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Carnival Horizon sails December 23, 2023, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)
Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Carnival Horizon Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
TONNAGE
133,500GT
10.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2018
9 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,055ft
6.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,977cruisers
19.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Carnival Horizon has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 133,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,055 feet in length. Carnival Horizon is included in Carnival's Vista class. At full capacity, the Horizon holds 4,977 passengers. That includes 3,527 cruise vacationers and 1,450 staff members. The Horizon total number of staterooms is 1,980.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More Carnival Horizon cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Horizon·December 23, 2023sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
