Carnival Mardi Gras - December 5, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
Carnival Mardi Gras
Port Canaveral, F
Nassau, Bahamas
Half Moon Cay, Ba

Carnival Mardi Gras - December 5, 2026

The December 5, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Mardi Gras sets sail on Saturday, Dec 5th and returns on Saturday, Dec 12th.

7nights

December 5, 2026

Dec 5th - Dec 12th

Carnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Mardi Gras - December 5, 2026

7 Night Eastern Caribbean

from Port Canaveral, Florida

Carnival Mardi Gras Size Infographic

Carnival Mardi Gras

181 k
tonnage
1,130 ft
length
2020
year built
2,625
cabins
6,630
passengers
1,745
crew

CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS SIZE

The Mardi Gras has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 180,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet (344 meters) in length. Carnival Mardi Gras is included in Carnival’s XL Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Mardi Gras holds 8,375 passengers. That includes 6,630 cruise vacationers and 1,745 staff members. The Mardi Gras total number of staterooms is 2,625.

Carnival Mardi Gras Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:180,800 GT
  • Length:1,130 ft (344 m)
  • Beam:137 ft (42 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2020
  • Years Served:2020–Present
  • Capacity:6,630
  • Crew Members:1,745
  • Total on Board:8,375
  • Total Staterooms:2,625
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:950 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Mardi Gras 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 Mardi Gras Deck Plans.

Itinerary

Carnival Mardi Gras - December 5, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 4thPort Canaveral, Florida
2Dec 6thNassau, Bahamas
3Dec 7thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
4Dec 7thAt Sea
5Dec 9thAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
6Dec 9thAt Sea
7Dec 11thCelebration Key, Bahamas
8Dec 12thPort Canaveral, Florida

Cruise Itinerary

The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on December 5, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (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 Dec 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Mardi Gras will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Day1
DEC 52026
D:3:00 PM

You won't find many places where nature exists in harmony with technology, but it does in Cape Canaveral on Florida's Space Coast. Visit the world-famous Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, or, on the same land, check out the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find pristine beaches, fabulous fishing and great golfing all within driving distance of Florida's biggest attractions.

Day2
DEC 62026
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Nassau/Paradise Island is the capital of the Bahamas. Explore Parliament Square, the government center that dates back to the early 1800s or check out the port's vibrant night life, including more casinos, theatres, and fabulous cuisine than you could possibly fit into a short stay. During the day, there's plenty of golfing, tennis, and swimming.

Day3
DEC 72026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Spend the day on your own private island, courtesy of Holland America. Sun, swim, or sail around this beautiful island as you enjoy your very own day in the sun! The fishing's great, but so is the parasailing and snorkeling so you have some decisions to make! And don't forget the Bahamas style barbecue!

Day4
DEC 82026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
DEC 92026
Dominican Republic
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day6
DEC 102026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
DEC 112026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day8
DEC 122026
A:7:00 AM

You won't find many places where nature exists in harmony with technology, but it does in Cape Canaveral on Florida's Space Coast. Visit the world-famous Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, or, on the same land, check out the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find pristine beaches, fabulous fishing and great golfing all within driving distance of Florida's biggest attractions.