Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for December 30, 2023 (7 nights)
Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for December 30, 2023 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Port Canaveral, Florida
CarnivalCarnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Mardi Gras
December 30, 2023

7-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Carnival Mardi Gras · Departing December 30, 2023 from the Port of Port Canaveral, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida on Saturday, December 30, 2023 and returns on Saturday, Jan 6th. December weather across this route averages 84°/57°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10 — Port Canaveral (8.0), San Juan (6.4), Amber Cove (7.5), Grand Turk (8.1).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Port Canaveral
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 30, 2023
The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on December 30, 2023 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 6th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Mardi Gras will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Mardi Gras
DECEMBER 30, 2023
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · PORT CANAVERAL
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Mardi Gras·December 30, 2023
Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 1 of Carnival Mardi Gras December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 30

Port Canaveral

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:00 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
59°F avg · Avg
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 4 of Carnival Mardi Gras December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JAN 2

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 5 of Carnival Mardi Gras December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·JAN 3

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Grand Turk Island — Day 6 of Carnival Mardi Gras December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·JAN 4

Grand Turk Island

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Mardi Gras·December 30, 2023
DEC FORECAST · PORT CANAVERAL
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
59°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
2.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT PORT CANAVERAL
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
59°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Mardi Gras December 30, 2023 Excursions

Carnival Mardi Gras·December 30, 2023

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Port Canaveral excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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 BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Port Canaveral 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesSAFE

Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Grand Turk Island 🌍

Turks And Caicos Islands · Turks And Caicos IslandsSAFE

Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Mardi Gras Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Mardi Gras
CARNIVAL · XL
CHRISTENED
2020
STATEROOMS
2,625
TONNAGE
180,800GT
49.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2020
11 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,130ft
13.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
6,630cruisers
59.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Mardi Gras has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 180,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet in length. Carnival Mardi Gras is included in Carnival's XL class. At full capacity, the Mardi Gras holds 6,630 passengers. That includes 4,885 cruise vacationers and 1,745 staff members. The Mardi Gras total number of staterooms is 2,625.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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