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Great Stirrup Cay
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Great Stirrup Cay

Great Stirrup Cay is a small island located in the Berry Islands of the Bahamas. It is a private island owned by Norwegian Cruise Line and is a popular destination for tourists looking to experience the natural beauty of the Caribbean. The island is made up of two main sections, the main island and an outer cay. The main island is approximately 1.2 miles long and 0.6 miles wide and is surrounded by serene white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and lush vegetation.

The island was first discovered by Spanish explorers in the 16th century and was thought to be uninhabited until the 19th century when settlers from the Bahamas began to inhabit the island. Great Stirrup Cay was a popular fishing spot for locals and is still a popular spot for fishing today. The island is also known for its snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities, as well as its popular beach activities.

In the late 1960s, Norwegian Cruise Line purchased the island and began to develop it into a private island resort. The island now features a variety of amenities including a marina, a variety of restaurants, a spa, and a variety of beach activities.

Great Stirrup Cay is a popular destination for tourists looking to experience the natural beauty of the Caribbean. With its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, and lush vegetation, it is a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Caribbean.

Excursion tips for a day in Great Stirrup Cay

1. Snorkeling: Explore the crystal clear waters and vibrant coral reefs of Great Stirrup Cay.

2. Beach Lounging: Relax on the white sand beaches and soak up the sun.

3. Kayaking: Paddle around the island and take in the stunning views.

4. Parasailing: Get a bird’s eye view of the island and the surrounding waters.

5. Fishing: Cast your line and see what you can catch.

6. Jet Skiing: Zip around the island on a jet ski and enjoy the breeze.

7. Glass Bottom Boat Tour: Get a glimpse of the marine life below the surface.

8. Nature Walk: Take a leisurely stroll through the island’s lush vegetation.

9. Shopping: Visit the local shops and pick up souvenirs or gifts.

10. Dining: Enjoy a delicious meal at one of the island’s restaurants.

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The climate in Great Stirrup Cay

The climate in Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas is warm and humid throughout the year. During the winter months (December to March), the average temperature is around 25°C (77°F). During the summer months (June to September), the temperature increases to around 30°C (86°F). The humidity is high all year round, with the highest levels being in the summer months. Rainfall is generally light throughout the year, with the highest levels occurring in the summer months. The weather is generally sunny and dry, with occasional showers and thunderstorms. The waters around Great Stirrup Cay are warm and inviting, with temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in the winter to 29°C (84°F) in the summer. The sea is generally calm, with occasional swells and waves.

Cruise weather for Great Stirrup Cay

Our weather forecast for Great Stirrup Cay helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Dec. 7th 2025 Dec. 7th 2025 max: 26.8 °C
min: 24.6 °C 		16.9 m/s
20.5 m/s		 39.1 %
24.1 m		 89.4 %
1,015 hPa		 06:45:55
17:20:43
Dec. 8th 2025 Dec. 8th 2025 max: 26.4 °C
min: 23.5 °C 		27.4 m/s
32.0 m/s		 78.0 %
22.4 m		 88.6 %
1,014 hPa		 06:46:35
17:20:55
Dec. 9th 2025 Dec. 9th 2025 max: 25.2 °C
min: 22.8 °C 		25.9 m/s
30.2 m/s		 73.4 %
19.1 m		 78.0 %
1,016 hPa		 06:47:16
17:21:09
Dec. 10th 2025 Dec. 10th 2025 max: 25.2 °C
min: 23 °C 		19.1 m/s
22.0 m/s		 70.3 %
23.8 m		 80.7 %
1,014 hPa		 06:47:55
17:21:25
Dec. 11th 2025 Dec. 11th 2025 max: 25.3 °C
min: 23.3 °C 		20.5 m/s
23.0 m/s		 56.3 %
20.8 m		 82.0 %
1,014 hPa		 06:48:34
17:21:41
Dec. 12th 2025 Dec. 12th 2025 max: 25.7 °C
min: 23.3 °C 		20.9 m/s
23.4 m/s		 36.4 %
24.1 m		 77.5 %
1,017 hPa		 06:49:13
17:21:59
Dec. 13th 2025 Dec. 13th 2025 max: 25.8 °C
min: 23.1 °C 		39.6 m/s
38.9 m/s		 86.0 %
24.1 m		 78.8 %
1,020 hPa		 06:49:50
17:22:19
Dec. 14th 2025 Dec. 14th 2025 max: 24.1 °C
min: 22.8 °C 		43.6 m/s
44.3 m/s		 99.8 %
23.5 m		 77.7 %
1,023 hPa		 06:50:27
17:22:40
Dec. 15th 2025 Dec. 15th 2025 max: 24.6 °C
min: 22.9 °C 		33.8 m/s
33.8 m/s		 90.8 %
18.8 m		 82.7 %
1,021 hPa		 06:51:03
17:23:02
Dec. 16th 2025 Dec. 16th 2025 max: 24.4 °C
min: 23.8 °C 		40.7 m/s
40.3 m/s		 65.5 %
24.1 m		 75.5 %
1,020 hPa		 06:51:38
17:23:25
Dec. 17th 2025 Dec. 17th 2025 max: 24.7 °C
min: 23.9 °C 		41.0 m/s
42.5 m/s		 66.7 %
23.8 m		 72.0 %
1,019 hPa		 06:52:13
17:23:50
Dec. 18th 2025 Dec. 18th 2025 max: 25.1 °C
min: 24.7 °C 		33.1 m/s
35.3 m/s		 100.0 %
23.2 m		 75.5 %
1,018 hPa		 06:52:46
17:24:16

Cruises to Great Stirrup Cay

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Scheduled ship calls in Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
Date Ship Passaengers (min - max) Arrival Departure Details
Dec. 8th 2025 Monday, 8th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 9th 2025 Tuesday, 9th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Pearl 2394 - 2873 07:00 am 03:00 pm
Dec. 11th 2025 Thursday, 11th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 13th 2025 Saturday, 13th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 14th 2025 Sunday, 14th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 15th 2025 Monday, 15th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 16th 2025 Tuesday, 16th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2025 Wednesday, 17th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Star 2348 - 2813 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 18th 2025 Thursday, 18th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 19th 2025 Friday, 19th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 20th 2025 Saturday, 20th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 20th 2025 Saturday, 20th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Pearl 2394 - 2873 09:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 21st 2025 Sunday, 21st of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Star 2348 - 2813 09:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 23rd 2025 Tuesday, 23rd of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Dec. 24th 2025 Wednesday, 24th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 25th 2025 Thursday, 25th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 26th 2025 Friday, 26th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Encore 3998 - 4903 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 27th 2025 Saturday, 27th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 28th 2025 Sunday, 28th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 28th 2025 Sunday, 28th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 30th 2025 Tuesday, 30th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 31st 2025 Wednesday, 31st of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 1st 2026 Thursday, 1st of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 2nd 2026 Friday, 2nd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Dawn 2340 - 2808 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Jewel 2388 - 2866 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 4th 2026 Sunday, 4th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 08:00 am 07:00 pm
Jan. 5th 2026 Monday, 5th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 6th 2026 Tuesday, 6th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 8th 2026 Thursday, 8th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Breakaway 3963 - 4819 09:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 9th 2026 Friday, 9th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 10th 2026 Saturday, 10th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 12th 2026 Monday, 12th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 13th 2026 Tuesday, 13th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Viva 3219 - 3950 07:00 am 03:30 pm
Jan. 14th 2026 Wednesday, 14th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 16th 2026 Friday, 16th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 16th 2026 Friday, 16th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Joy 3804 - 4622 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 17th 2026 Saturday, 17th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 17th 2026 Saturday, 17th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Jewel 2388 - 2866 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 18th 2026 Sunday, 18th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 19th 2026 Monday, 19th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 22nd 2026 Thursday, 22nd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Gem 2394 - 2873 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 23rd 2026 Friday, 23rd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Pearl 2394 - 2873 09:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 24th 2026 Saturday, 24th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Aqua 3571 - 4224 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 26th 2026 Monday, 26th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Prima 3215 - 3950 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 28th 2026 Wednesday, 28th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Getaway 3963 - 4819 10:00 am 06:00 pm

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