Carnival Paradise - 8/31/2026
The August 31, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Paradise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Paradise sets sail on Monday, Aug 31st and returns on Sunday, Sep 6th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Paradise cruise ship departing August 31, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $501 ($84 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $558 ($94 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 10%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Paradise - August 31, 2026 - 6 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 31st | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Sep 1st | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 2nd | Belize City, Belize |
| 4 | Sep 3rd | Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras |
| 5 | Sep 4th | Cozumel, Mexico |
| 6 | Sep 5th | At Sea |
| 7 | Sep 6th | Tampa, Florida |
The Carnival Paradise sails on August 31, 2026 for a 6 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 Sep 6th at 8:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Carnival Paradise will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Paradise
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.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany 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. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)