Carnival Spirit itinerary map for January 9, 2028 (6 nights)

Carnival Spirit — January 9, 20286-Night Western Caribbean on Carnival

This 6-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Tampa, Florida on Sunday, January 9, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Jan 15th. January weather across this route averages 83°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Belize City (4.5), Mahogany Bay (6.6), Cozumel (7.0).

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Carnival Spirit · January 9, 2028

The Carnival Spirit sails on January 9, 2028 for a 6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Jan 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

JAN09
Tampa, Florida
A: — - D: 2:30 PM
JAN10
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN11
Belize City, Belize
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN12
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN13
Cozumel, Mexico
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JAN14
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN15
Tampa, Florida
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

January 9, 2028 · 6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Day 1•Sunday, Jan 9

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:30 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.

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Day 2•Monday, Jan 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 11

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 12

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Thursday, Jan 13

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Friday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 7•Saturday, Jan 15

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Spirit - January 9, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

⛅

January

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

28°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 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

63 / 100

safer than 63% of all cruises

/ 10

Tampa

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

/ 10

Belize City

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

/ 10

Mahogany Bay

Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.

/ 10

Cozumel

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

88,500

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

2,610

vs avg 4,158

The Spirit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. Carnival Spirit is included in Carnival’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Carnival Spirit holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,062.

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Carnival Spirit January 9, 2028 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Spirit January 9, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 6-night route, January averages 83°F highs and 52°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 9, 2028 Carnival Spirit itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Tampa 6.9, Belize City 4.5, Mahogany Bay 6.6, Cozumel 7.0. 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 Spirit sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Spirit departs Tampa, Florida on Sunday, January 9, 2028 at 2:30 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 15th, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 6 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Spirit sailing on January 9, 2028?▾

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026