Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for January 10, 2026 (7 nights)
Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship

Carnival Mardi Gras — January 10, 20267-Night Western Caribbean on Carnival

This 7-night cruise aboard the Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida on Saturday, January 10, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Jan 17th. January weather across this route averages 82°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10 — Port Canaveral (8.0), Mahogany Bay (6.6), Cozumel (7.0), Celebration Key (7.1).

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026

Carnival Mardi Gras · January 10, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing January 10, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $709 ($102 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $719 ($103 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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Inside
$709
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Oceanview
$879
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Balcony
$1,174
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Suite
$2,734

Price History – Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026

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Carnival Mardi Gras
January 10, 2026
$709
1% vs avg: $719

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Carnival Mardi Gras · January 10, 2026

The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on January 10, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 17th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Mardi Gras will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

  • JAN10
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: — - D: 2:30 PM
  • JAN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN13
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN14
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    Celebration Key, Bahamas
    Celebration Key, Bahamas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN17
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 10, 2026 · 7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 1 of Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Jan 10

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:30 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.

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Day 2 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Jan 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 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 January 10, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Jan 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 4 of Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 13

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Mahogany Bay Port. Travelers explore Carambola Gardens and West Bay Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Starfish Alley. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mahogany Bay’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Mahogany Bay an engaging destination.

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Cozumel, Mexico — Day 5 of Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 14

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 6 at sea — Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Jan 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Celebration Key, Bahamas — Day 7 of Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Jan 16

Celebration Key, Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 8 of Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Jan 17

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Mardi Gras - January 10, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Port Canaveral, Florida

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January

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

38°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
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.
7
/ 10
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Mahogany Bay
Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
7
/ 10
Celebration Key, Bahamas
Celebration Key
Celebration Key prioritizes guest safety with controlled access and security, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.

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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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (January 10, 2026)

Jacky Tang — cruise director for the Carnival Mardi Gras sailing on January 10, 2026

Jacky Tang

Country: UK•Start: Dec 6, 2025•End: Apr 18, 2026

Jacky Tang is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director (noted with #carnivalmardigras) and creator with active public pages. A Carnival Entertainment post describes him as being from Nottingham, England.

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Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Mardi Gras January 10, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 55°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 10, 2026 Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Port Canaveral 8.0, Mahogany Bay 6.6, Cozumel 7.0, Celebration Key 7.1. 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, January 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 17th, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Mardi Gras sailing on January 10, 2026?▾

Jacky Tang is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing. See the Cruise Director section above for their bio.

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Last Updated: May 16, 2026