Royal Caribbean's Private Island Paradise
Perfect Day at CocoCay
Escape the everyday and discover a slice of paradise at Perfect Day at CocoCay. As Royal Caribbean's flagship private island destination in the Bahamas, CocoCay offers an unparalleled blend of thrilling adventures and unmatched relaxation. Following a $250 million makeover in 2019, it has been transformed into a world-class experience, exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests and its sister line, Celebrity Cruises.
Formerly known as Little Stirrup Cay, this 125-acre island is designed to comfortably accommodate up to 6,000 cruisers daily, offering ample space and lounge chairs so everyone can find their own peaceful hideaway. Accessible solely by visiting cruise ships, CocoCay provides a unique opportunity to enjoy an array of activities, from exhilarating rides and water sports to vast beach areas perfect for unwinding.
Island Delights: Food, Drink & Activities
Perfect Day at CocoCay was designed to offer guests a perfect blend of thrilling adventures and next-level relaxation, featuring a diverse selection of food and drink options, including complimentary beachside barbecue at Chill Grill and family favourites like tacos, crispy chicken sandwiches, and burgers from various Snack Shacks and buffets, ensuring a memorable day in paradise.
Complimentary Dining Options
Your day at Perfect Day at CocoCay is made easy with a wide array of dining and beverage options. Many food and snacks are complimentary, including burgers, hot dogs, and salads from locations like Skipper’s Grill, Chill Grill, and various Snack Shacks. For an additional charge, you can savour Mediterranean cuisine at The Grille at Coco Beach Club (included with admission) or enjoy an à la carte menu with specialities like mango-habanero wings at Captain Jack’s, complete with live music and rope swing seating.
Grab a pizza to share with friends at Slice of Paradise on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Drinks & Beverage Packages
Your onboard beverage package seamlessly extends to the island, allowing you to enjoy unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at most bars, including the Oasis Lagoon swim-up bar, Hideaway Bar, On The Rocks, South Beach Bar, Coconut Willie's, and the Floating Bar. Complimentary water and juice are also available at all food stations.
Enjoy a drink at one of the swim-up bars on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Thrilling Activities & Relaxation
For your convenience, towels, freshwater showers, restrooms, and beach access wheelchairs are provided free of charge. Lockers are available for a nominal fee. A free tram service runs every 15 minutes, connecting all major areas of the island, including Arrivals Plaza, Chill Island, Oasis Lagoon, South Beach, Coco Beach Club, and Hideaway Beach. You can also browse for Bahamian clothing and souvenirs at the Straw Market, where both US dollars and your SeaPass card are accepted.
Relax on one of the many pristine beaches on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Your Island Playground Awaits: Explore the Map of Perfect Day at CocoCay
To help you navigate this vibrant island paradise, here’s a look at the distinct areas of Perfect Day at CocoCay. Each "neighbourhood" offers its own unique vibe and activities, ensuring there's something for every kind of cruiser to enjoy their ultimate day in the Bahamas.
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Discover the Highlights of Perfect Day at CocoCay
Thrill Waterpark
This mega watersports paradise boasts 14 pulse-pounding waterslides and the Caribbean's biggest Wave Pool. Daredevils can conquer Daredevil’s Peak, the tallest waterslide in North America, plunging 135 feet down rushing waters. The park also features the Adventure Pool, Splash Summit with slides like The Twister, The Slingshot, and Splash Speedway Racers, as well as the Dueling Demons, Screeching Serpent, Green Mamba, and Manta Raycers slides. Access to Thrill Waterpark requires an admission fee.
Test out one of the 14 slides at Thrill Waterpark on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Oasis Lagoon
Experience the largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean, spanning an impressive 33,175 square feet and holding 800,000 gallons of water. This expansive lagoon features intimate coves, a kid-friendly sloping entry, three swim-up islands, and the Caribbean’s largest swim-up bar. Unique underwater music adds to the relaxing ambience.
Oasis Lagoon, the largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Coco Beach Club
Elevate your beach day at this exclusive area, featuring a private beach, a clubhouse restaurant, and an infinity pool overlooking the ocean. It is home to the first Overwater Cabanas in the Bahamas, complete with overwater hammocks, freshwater showers, and private slides directly into the sea, alongside dedicated butler service. Access to the Coco Beach Club requires an admission fee.
The first Overwater Cabanas in the Bahamas, at Coco Beach Club
Hideaway Beach
Opened in January 2024, this is CocoCay’s ultimate adults-only beachfront party zone (18+). Guests can swim up to the Hideaway Bar with DJ-spun beats, refuel at Slice of Paradise for pizza or Hideaway Hut for snacks, and enjoy craft cocktails at On The Rocks. Exclusive Hideout cabanas are also available with private infinity plunge pools. While day passes are available for purchase, complimentary beach loungers and food at Hideaway Hut and Slice of Paradise are included.
Hideaway Beach, an adults-only beachfront party zone on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Up, Up and Away
Soar up to 450 feet aboard a helium balloon ride for the highest viewpoint in the Bahamas, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the island and surrounding waters. An additional fee applies for this unforgettable experience.
Up, Up and Away balloon ride on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Zip Line
For adrenaline seekers, zoom across the island on a 1,600-foot-long zip line with three segments, flying high above the harbour. This activity also requires an additional fee.
Zipline over the Adventure Pool on Perfect Day at CocoCay
Planning Your Perfect Day: Paramount Cruises Top Tips
To maximise your time on Perfect Day at CocoCay, here are a few tips from members of the Paramount Cruises team who have spent their very own perfect day on CocoCay! It's impossible to get off the ship without it, but remember to have your SeaPass card on you for payments or when grabbing a drink at the bar. Your onboard internet package will also work on the island, so you can make your friends and family back home jealous with photos from this little slice of paradise.
Getting off the ship as early as possible can help you secure the best lounge chairs and avoid longer queues for popular attractions such as the slides at Thrill Waterpark. It's important to plan your perfect day; you can't explore the whole island in one day, so choose one or two areas you really want to spend time in. If you become as big a fan of Perfect Day at CocoCay as we are, you'll be back soon enough on another Royal Caribbean cruise!
Pack essentials like sunscreen, sunglasses, and swimwear, but most importantly, if you love exploring life beneath the surface, make sure to pack your snorkelling gear, the waters around the island are teeming with sealife, including tropical fish, stingrays and even reef sharks.
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Perfect Day at CocoCay: Frequently Asked Questions
Perfect Day at CocoCay is Royal Caribbean International's exclusive private island destination in the Bahamas, a world-class experience designed solely for Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises guests. It offers a diverse range of activities, from thrilling water slides and exhilarating adventures to tranquil beaches and relaxing amenities, following a $250 million transformation in 2019.
This private island paradise is located in the Berry Islands of the Bahamas archipelago. It was formerly known as Little Stirrup Cay and spans approximately 125 acres. It is situated about 55 miles northwest of Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas.
Perfect Day at CocoCay is divided into distinct "neighbourhoods," each offering unique experiences. These include:
- Thrill Waterpark: Home to 14 waterslides, including Daredevil’s Peak, the tallest waterslide in North America, and the Caribbean’s biggest Wave Pool.
- Oasis Lagoon: The largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas, featuring a swim-up bar and three swim-up islands.
- Up, Up and Away: A helium balloon ride offering views from 450 feet, the highest viewpoint in the Bahamas.
- Zip Line: A 1,600-foot-long zip line allowing you to soar over the island and harbour.
- Coco Beach Club: An exclusive, upscale area with a private beach, infinity pool, clubhouse restaurant, and the Bahamas’ first overwater cabanas.
- Hideaway Beach: An adults-only beachfront party zone (18+) with a swim-up bar, DJ-spun beats, and exclusive cabanas with plunge pools.
- Chill Island: A complimentary beach area for relaxation, ideal for unwinding, snorkelling, or jet skiing.
- South Beach: Another free beach area offering traditional beach sports like volleyball and basketball, alongside water activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding.
- Splashaway Bay & Captain Jill’s Galleon: Complimentary interactive water play areas perfect for children, located near the Arrivals Plaza.
Many food and snack options are complimentary, available at places like Skipper’s Grill, Chill Grill, and various Snack Shacks. Your onboard Royal Caribbean beverage package is fully valid on the island at most bars, including the Oasis Lagoon swim-up bar and Hideaway Bar. However, some dining options, such as the à la carte menu at Captain Jack’s, require an additional charge. Access to the Coco Beach Club also includes complimentary dining within that exclusive venue.
Yes, for an additional fee, you can enhance your relaxation by renting private cabanas or daybeds. Options include Overwater Cabanas at Coco Beach Club with private slides into the sea, poolside cabanas at Thrill Waterpark and Oasis Lagoon, and beach cabanas/daybeds at Chill Island and South Beach. Hideaway Beach also offers exclusive Hideout cabanas with private infinity plunge pools.
Guests can enjoy complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas across various beach areas, towels, freshwater showers, and restrooms. A free tram service operates every 15 minutes, connecting all major attractions on the island, making it easy to get around. Kid-friendly areas like Splashaway Bay and Captain Jill’s Galleon are also complimentary.
Many Royal Caribbean cruise ships regularly call at Perfect Day at CocoCay, including Adventure of the Seas, Allure of the Seas, Icon of the Seas, Wonder of the Seas, and more. Additionally, selected Celebrity Cruises ships, such as Celebrity Reflection and Celebrity Beyond, also visit the island.
It's essential to bring your SeaPass card for purchases and entry to paid attractions. Don't forget sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and swimwear. Your onboard internet package will also work on the island. Beach towels from your cabin should be brought ashore and returned at the end of your visit.