This guide was rebuilt against current port, cruise-line and tourism sources on September 26, 2026. Berths, opening hours, day-pass rules, prices, weather and excursion availability can change; your cruise line's sailing-day instructions control.
Arrival and getting around
Port / landing: Royal Caribbean ships dock directly at the CocoCay pier. Guests walk ashore; no taxi or outside island transportation is needed.
Getting around: Complimentary trams circulate around the island, including accessible trams. Walking paths connect the main beaches and activity zones.
Money and local time
- Local currency
- Bahamian dollar (BSD)
- Exchange reference
- B$1 = US$1 (fixed parity)
- Do they take USD?
- Yes. U.S. and Bahamian dollars circulate at par; clarify which currency a posted price uses.
- Local time
- Eastern Time (EST/EDT); The Bahamas observes daylight saving time. Always use the ship's stated time for all-aboard.
Beach, pool and facilities
- Pool
- Oasis Lagoon, the large freshwater pool, is included. Hideaway Beach, Coco Beach Club and Thrill Waterpark are paid experiences with their own amenities.
- Free / public beach
- Chill Island and South Beach are among the included beach areas; chairs and umbrellas are included, subject to availability.
- Water access
- Yes. Designated beaches provide ocean swimming, and included splash areas are available for children.
- Restrooms
- Yes. Restrooms and showers are provided around the destination.
- Day pass / beach club
- The destination itself is included for Royal Caribbean guests. Paid upgrades include Thrill Waterpark, Hideaway Beach, Coco Beach Club, cabanas and selected activities.
“Free/public beach” means beach entry or public shoreline access — not necessarily free transportation, loungers, umbrellas, food, showers or restrooms. Sea conditions, sargassum and temporary closures can change the practical beach experience.
Standout excursion types
- Included beach and Oasis Lagoon day with minimal planning.
- Thrill Waterpark for slides and active families (paid).
- Coco Beach Club or Hideaway Beach for a premium/adult-focused upgrade (paid).
Low-logistics day: Walk off the ship, choose Chill Island/South Beach or Oasis Lagoon, use the included dining venues, and return to the ship on foot or by tram.
Cruise lines and terminal notes
Perfect Day at CocoCay is a Royal Caribbean private destination. Royal Caribbean controls access and publishes the operating details for each call.
Cruise-line patterns are useful for planning, but no guide should override your actual itinerary. Always confirm the ship name, date, terminal/berth, tender instructions and all-aboard time in the cruise line's app or daily program.
Practical port-day tips
- You can have a complete port day without buying an excursion.
- Drink-package and dining-package rules can vary by product; check your cruise planner for your sailing.
- Included loungers can fill early near the most popular zones, but the destination has multiple beach areas.
- Keep a return buffer that reflects traffic, tender queues or boat transfers — not just map distance.
- For accessibility, confirm gangway/tender rules, vehicle loading, beach access and excursion physical requirements with the cruise line or operator.
- Carry photo ID and any ship-required documents exactly as instructed onboard; entry and reboarding requirements vary by itinerary.
Sources and updates
- Royal Caribbean: Perfect Day at CocoCay overview ↗
- Royal Caribbean: what is included at CocoCay ↗
- Royal Caribbean: CocoCay transportation ↗
- Bahamas tourism: currency and visitor FAQ ↗
Audited September 26, 2026. Port Perfect Travel summarizes sources for cruise-day planning; conditions can change without notice. Send a correction or updated local detail.