Norwegian Cruise Line Opens New Waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay

Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated the opening of Great Tides Waterpark on its private island in The Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay.

NCL hosted an exclusive event for various members of the media to get a first look at Great Tides Waterpark before the official grand opening on September 4, 2026.

The nearly six-acre waterpark offers one-of-a-kind experiences in four main areas.

Tidal Tower, the iconic centerpiece standing at 170 feet tall, features eight exhilarating slides, including the Tropic Spiral – the first Nautilus slide in the world with large spirals that spin guests into thrilling different directions; the Breakwater Blasters, the industry-first dueling Master Blaster slides in the Caribbean, which propel inner-tubes uphill and through steep drops and twists with high-pressure water jets; and many more.

Cliffside Cove, featuring Cliffside Leap, the industry’s first-ever and the Caribbean’s tallest cliff jumps, at 10 and 15 feet high; The Great Slide, the Caribbean’s only family slide where four guests can slide down together for an adrenaline rush; and The Fearless Falls slides dropping riders down from five feet above the water.

Wandering River, a dynamic river over 800 feet long, features the industry’s first immersive tunnel and swim-up bar, Floataway Bar, alongside the river.

Splash Cay offers over 9,000 square feet of family fun with an oversized tipping bucket holding 300 gallons of water, eight mini-slides, and interactive water features.

Guests who have a cruise booked that visits Great Stirrup Cay can purchase a pass by logging into their my NCL account.

Marc Kazlauskas, president of Norwegian Cruise Line, gave the following statement:

“Great Tides Waterpark represents an exciting new chapter for Great Stirrup Cay and a defining moment for Norwegian Cruise Line. “With our official grand opening just days away on September 4, this event offered a preview of the adventure, flexibility and family fun that awaits our guests.

“From the 170-foot Tidal Tower and first-of-its-kind slides to the immersive Wandering River, industry-first cliff jumps and interactive splash zones, every element has been thoughtfully designed to create an unforgettable island day for guests of all ages. Combined with the incredible experiences across Great Stirrup Cay, the destination offers families the freedom to enjoy the ultimate vacation day, where no one has to compromise and everyone gets the adventure or relaxation they want.”