Carnival Spirit itinerary map for January 15, 2028 (8 nights)

Carnival Spirit — January 15, 20288-Night Panama Canal on Carnival

This 8-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Tampa, Florida on Saturday, January 15, 2028 and returns on Sunday, Jan 23rd. January weather across this route averages 82°/54°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Puerto Limon (5.5), Colon (5.4), George Town (8.6).

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip)

Carnival Spirit · January 15, 2028

The Carnival Spirit sails on January 15, 2028 for a 8 Night Panama Canal (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 23rd at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip)

JAN15
Tampa, Florida
A: — - D: 2:30 PM
JAN16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN18
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JAN19
Colon, Panama
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:30 PM
JAN20
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN21
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN22
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN23
Tampa, Florida
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

January 15, 2028 · 8 Night Panama Canal (Tampa Roundtrip)

Day 1•Saturday, Jan 15

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•Sunday, Jan 16

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 3•Monday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 18

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 19

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:30 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Thursday, Jan 20

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 7•Friday, Jan 21

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Saturday, Jan 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 9•Sunday, Jan 23

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 15, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

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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

66 / 100

safer than 66% 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

Puerto Limon

Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.

/ 10

Colon

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

/ 10

George Town

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

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 15, 2028 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Spirit January 15, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 54°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 15, 2028 Carnival Spirit itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Tampa 6.9, Puerto Limon 5.5, Colon 5.4, George Town 8.6. 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 Saturday, January 15, 2028 at 2:30 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 23rd, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

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Last Updated: May 16, 2026