5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip)
Carnival Sunshine
Carnival Sunshine
April 8, 2024
5 Night Bahamas

Carnival Sunshine - 4/8/2024

The April 8, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Sunshine departs from Charleston, South Carolina. On this 5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Sunshine sets sail on Monday, Apr 8th and returns on Saturday, Apr 13th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Charleston
South Carolina
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing April 8, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $589 ($118 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $552 ($111 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

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Inside Cabin
$589
7%
vs Avg $552

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Sunshine - April 8, 2024 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 8thCharleston, South Carolina
2Apr 9thAt Sea
3Apr 10thNassau, Bahamas
4Apr 11thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
5Apr 12thAt Sea
6Apr 13thCharleston, South Carolina

The Carnival Sunshine sails on April 8, 2024 for a 5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Charleston, South Carolina at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Charleston, South Carolina on Apr 13th at 8:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Sunshine Size Infographic

Carnival Sunshine

103 k
tonnage
893 ft
length
1996
year built
1,497
cabins
3,002
passengers
1,150
crew

CARNIVAL SUNSHINE SIZE

The Sunshine has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 102,853 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet (272 meters) in length. Carnival Sunshine is included in Carnival’s Sunshine Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Sunshine holds 4,152 passengers. That includes 3,002 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Sunshine total number of staterooms is 1,497.

Carnival Sunshine Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:102,853 GT
  • Length:893 ft (272 m)
  • Beam:125 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:1996
  • Years Served:1996 - Present
  • Capacity:3,002
  • Crew Members:1,150
  • Total on Board:4,152
  • Total Staterooms:1,497
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 82024
D:4:00 PM

Charleston, South Carolina, offers docking at Charleston Port. Travelers explore Historic District and Rainbow Row. Excursions visit Boone Hall Plantation. Local markets sell shrimp and grits. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures antebellum homes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes she-crab soup, a Southern favorite. Souvenirs, like sweetgrass baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gullah history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charleston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic architecture and scenic harbors, making Charleston an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
APR 92024
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 102024
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
APR 112024
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
APR 122024
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!

Day6
APR 132024
A:8:00 AM

Charleston, South Carolina, offers docking at Charleston Port. Travelers explore Historic District and Rainbow Row. Excursions visit Boone Hall Plantation. Local markets sell shrimp and grits. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures antebellum homes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes she-crab soup, a Southern favorite. Souvenirs, like sweetgrass baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gullah history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charleston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic architecture and scenic harbors, making Charleston an engaging destination. (126 words)