4 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Paradise
April 23, 2026
4 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Paradise - 4/23/2026

The April 23, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Paradise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 4 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Paradise sets sail on Thursday, Apr 23rd and returns on Monday, Apr 27th.

Cruise Length
4
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
2
Sea Days
2

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Paradise - April 23, 2026 - 4 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 23rdTampa, Florida
2Apr 24thAt Sea
3Apr 25thCozumel, Mexico
4Apr 26thAt Sea
5Apr 27thTampa, Florida

The Carnival Paradise sails on April 23, 2026 for a 4 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Apr 27th at 8:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Carnival Paradise will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Paradise Size Infographic

Carnival Paradise

72 k
tonnage
855 ft
length
1998
year built
1,061
cabins
2,606
passengers
920
crew

CARNIVAL PARADISE SIZE

The Paradise has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 71,925 gross tons. The ship measures 855 feet (261 meters) in length. Carnival Paradise is included in Carnival’s Fantasy Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Paradise holds 3,526 passengers. That includes 2,606 cruise vacationers and 920 staff members. The Paradise total number of staterooms is 1,061.

Carnival Paradise Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:71,925 GT
  • Length:855 ft (261 m)
  • Beam:103 ft (31 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:1998
  • Years Served:1998 - Present
  • Capacity:2,606
  • Crew Members:920
  • Total on Board:3,526
  • Total Staterooms:1,061
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:300 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 232026
United States
D:3:30 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
APR 242026
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!

Day3
APR 252026
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day4
APR 262026
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
APR 272026
United States
A:8:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)