Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for August 2, 2025 (8 nights)
Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship

Carnival Mardi Gras — August 2, 20258-Night Southern Caribbean on Carnival

This 8-night cruise aboard the Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida on Saturday, August 2, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Aug 10th. August weather across this route averages 89°/78°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.0 out of 10 — Port Canaveral (8.0), Oranjestad (8.0), Willemstad (8.0), Grand Turk (8.1).

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025

Carnival Mardi Gras · August 2, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing August 2, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,308 ($164 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,199 ($150 per night), this represents a recent increase of 9%.

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Inside
$1,308
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Oceanview
$1,822
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Balcony
$1,782
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Suite
$2,284

Price History – Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025

inside cabin
Carnival Mardi Gras
August 2, 2025
$1,308
9% vs avg: $1,199

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Carnival Mardi Gras · August 2, 2025

The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on August 2, 2025 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Aug 10th at 8:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Mardi Gras will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

  • AUG02
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:30 PM
  • AUG03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG05
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 11:00 PM
  • AUG06
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG08
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG10
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 2, 2025 · 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 1 of Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Aug 2

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:30 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Aug 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Mardi Gras — featuring Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster, Watering Hole & Pixels.

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Aug 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Mardi Gras — featuring Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster, Watering Hole & Pixels.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Aug 5

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Aug 6

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Aug 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Mardi Gras — featuring Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster, Watering Hole & Pixels.

Grand Turk Island — Day 7 of Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Aug 8

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Aug 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Mardi Gras — featuring Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster, Watering Hole & Pixels.

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 9 of Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Aug 10

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Port Canaveral, Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Mardi Gras - August 2, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Port Canaveral, Florida

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August

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

75°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.26in

Daily average

7.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Mardi Gras

⚓ Tonnage

180,800

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,020

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

1,130

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

6,630

vs avg 4,158

The 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 Carnival 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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Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Mardi Gras August 2, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, August averages 89°F highs and 78°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 2, 2025 Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Port Canaveral 8.0, Oranjestad 8.0, Willemstad 8.0, Grand Turk 8.1. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Mardi Gras sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Mardi Gras departs Port Canaveral, Florida on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM and returns on Sunday, Aug 10th, 2025 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Mardi Gras sailing on August 2, 2025?▾

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026