CocoCay Bahamas | Perfect Day at CocoCay

Have the Perfect Day at CocoCay!

Not many destinations can cater to a variety of vacation styles at once, but Perfect Day at CocoCay pulls it off brilliantly. If you’re curious about this award-winning island, below is a summary of what you’ll learn on this page.

Key Takeaways

Perfect Day at CocoCay is an award-winning private island exclusively available to passengers of Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises. There’s no additional admission fee.
Key spots include Thrill Waterpark, Chill Island, Splashaway Bay, Captain Jill’s Galleon, Hideaway Beach, Coco Beach Club and Oasis Lagoon.
CocoCay has dedicated adults-only (Hideaway Beach) and child-friendly (Splashaway Bay and Captain Jill’s Galleon) areas.
Complimentary and paid attractions, amenities, food and drinks are available on the island.

When people think of the Bahamas, they imagine a paradise of white sandy beaches, translucent waters and swaying palm trees. But some may not know that this tropical wonderland is also home to an award-winning mega-resort: Perfect Day at CocoCay.

What & Where Is Perfect Day at CocoCay

Perfect Day at CocoCay is a private island owned by Royal Caribbean International and reserved exclusively for their guests and Celebrity Cruises passengers. Situated in the Berry Islands (a chain of nearly 30 cays in the Bahamas) and spanning more than 120 acres, the land sits about 55 miles north of Nassau.

It used to be a quiet, rustic port originally known as Little Stirrup Cay. After the Royal Caribbean rebranding, the island is now a multi-million-dollar mega-resort, packed with thrill waterparks, freshwater pools and private retreats.

WHERE TO GO & WHAT TO DO AT COCOCAY, BAHAMAS

Planning to visit CocoCay, Bahamas? Learn about its attractions and the type of guests each one caters to.

Thrill Waterpark – For Thrill Seekers

Prepare to push your limits at Thrill Waterpark! Featuring 14 diverse waterslides across two towers, the artificial oasis is built for heart-pounding adventure.

Daredevil’s Tower

This tower boasts single-person slides, designed for ultimate speed and thrill.

Go for a record-breaking, 135-foot drop at Daredevil’s Peak, the tallest waterslide in the Caribbean! Or perhaps a vertical plunge at Screeching Serpent or Dueling Demons for something less daunting. If a twist-and-turn slide is more your style, you’ll feel right at home at Green Mamba. And when you’re feeling competitive, race side-by-side with family or friends on the twin slides of Manta Raycers.

Splash Summit

This tower is ideal for family-oriented and multi-person experiences.

If Daredevil’s Tower commands the skyline with solo plunges, Splash Summit is where shared memories are made. The tower features The Slingshot, a zero-gravity group raft slide that launches riders up a near-vertical wall. Another multi-person raft slide is Tailspin, which sends riders through high-banking loops and curves. For a dose of healthy competition, guests can settle the score at Splash Speedway, a four-lane mat racing slide. Finally, a two-person journey awaits at The Twister, with its labyrinth of sharp turns and unpredictable drops.

Wave & Adventure Pools

Prefer to soak in a pool? Take a dip in Wave Pool, the largest wave pool in the Caribbean! An obstacle-style pool, Adventure Pool is also available with floating lily pads and areas for rock climbing and rope swings.

Chill Island – For Chill Seekers

When your adrenaline starts to level out, explore a different side of CocoCay on Chill Island. This part of the mega-resort is the premier spot for passive recreation, featuring long stretches of dedicated beachfront, calm waters and open-air dining.

Beach & Water Activities

Lounge in the sun and doze off to the gentle rhythm of the waves. After sunbathing, you can then take a weightless, refreshing dip in the shallows to cool down.

Feeling adventurous? Grab some gear at the Snorkel Shack and discover the local marine life. And should all this adventuring stir up your appetite, you don’t need to wander very far.

Chill Grill & Wacky Seagull

Walk straight from your ocean lounger into a pavilion of tropical treats! Directly on the sands of Chill Island, Chill Grill is the ideal open-air spot to refuel without losing sight of the Caribbean Sea. Menu items include barbecue, hot dogs, burgers, tacos, sandwiches and soft-serve ice cream.

Once you’ve loaded your plate, you can find the perfect refreshment to wash it all down at the Wacky Seagull and Wacky Seagull Junior bars. Their beverage selection features classic beach favourites and speciality cocktails, from beers to the island’s signature Coco Loco — a frozen, rum-based cocktail with coconut cream, grenadine, and orange and pineapple juice, garnished with tropical fruit.

Splashaway Bay & Captain Jill’s Galleon – For Families & Kids

A short walk away from Chill Island are the perfect venues to turn up the dial on family fun. These are Splashaway Bay and Captain Jill’s Galleon.

Splashaway Bay is a family-friendly aqua park, built with fountains, splash pools and five waterslides. What steals the show are two drench buckets, standing guard over the playground. As the buckets fill to the brim, a crowd of families gathers below until water crashes down with a grand ‘splash’!

Next to the tumbling waters of Splashaway Bay, an interactive pirate ship calls to be explored. Captain Jill’s Galleon offers a colourful seafaring battleground for little buccaneers to splash, explore and conquer. With multi-level decks, climbing nets, water cannons and porthole kiddie slides, the galleon provides endless ways to go on an epic swashbuckling adventure!

Hideaway Beach – For Adults Only

If you’d rather wear sunglasses than a pirate hat, join the party at Hideaway Beach! This adults-only enclave brings the Vegas day-club experience to Caribbean shores.

The beach boasts over an acre of white shoreline, equipped with sun loungers, in-water hammocks, swings and parasols. To keep the party energy high, a live DJ spins mashups in the middle of Hideaway Pool, the centrepiece of the paradise.

Hideaway Pool

Alive with the rhythm of electronic beats and scent of tropical cocktails, this heated infinity pool is the heartbeat of the adults-only scene. It’s the ultimate spot to swim, soak up the sun, sip and socialise.

Hideaway Bar & On the Rocks

A swim-up bar also lies at the centre of the infinity pool. Sheltered beneath a palapa roof, Hideaway Bar lets you float up to the counter and order a refreshing cocktail without stepping out of the heated water.

Need a break from poolside beats? Head out towards the island’s rocky shoreline, where On the Rocks sits. This al fresco lounge offers a relaxed space to enjoy premium spirits ‘on the rocks,’ with waves crashing against the coast as your background music.

Hideaway Hut & Slice of Paradise

When hunger strikes, keep the momentum going with tropical eats! Hideaway Hut serves up beach favourites like coconut shrimp baskets, ceviche, burgers, chicken sandwiches and salads. For piping-hot, freshly sliced pizza by the water, swing by Slice of Paradise. Both spots offer the best of beachside delights to complete your CocoCay feast!

The Hideout

Hideaway Beach is fantastic for the ultimate beach bash, but sometimes you just want to dial the volume down. If you need a place to catch your breath, The Hideout is the perfect refuge.

A private cabana here holds up to eight adults and grants them full-day access to Hideaway Beach. It also comes with in-water loungers, dedicated attendant service and access to the infinity plunge pool reserved strictly for The Hideout guests.

For a bite to eat, you can skip the trip outside and never miss a moment of comfort. Complimentary bites from Hideaway Hut and Slice of Paradise are delivered right to you.

Coco Beach Club – For Luxury Travellers

Tucked away from the crowds is Coco Beach Club, the island’s most exclusive sanctuary. This upscale, private retreat is where the pounding bass fades into cascading water sounds and guests leave partying for relaxation in luxury.

Guests have two ways to access the club: buying a day pass or renting an Overwater Cabana. The day pass grants you access to a private beach, an infinity pool, a clubhouse and complimentary dining at the Coco Beach Club restaurant. On the other hand, an Overwater Cabana comes with all exclusive benefits of the club.

A strip of golden sand and overwater cabanas at Coco Beach Club of CocoCay.

A sign that says 'Coco Beach Club' at CocoCay.

A row of Coco Beach Club sun loungers and cabanas at CocoCay.

A row of Coco Beach Club cabanas and palm trees on a beach at CocoCay.

Oasis Lagoon – For Everyone

Doing CocoCay right means experiencing the different sides of island life. Considered to be Caribbean’s largest freshwater pool, Oasis Lagoon offers a bit of everything, from party hubs and relaxation coves to family-friendly areas and adult-friendly treats.

It’s one of the top CocoCay attractions, featuring a swim-up bar, multiple swim-up islands and essentials like in-water loungers and tables. Entry is also free, making it many visitors’ favourite hangout.

At the end of the day, what makes Perfect Day at CocoCay special is its ability to welcome who and whatever you are. It brings every type of traveller together and inspires the creation of memories that everyone hopefully carries home with a smile… and a sunburn.

What’s Free vs. What’s Paid at CocoCay

Is a perfect day at CocoCay possible without spending extra money? Absolutely! But upgrades are available. We’ve put together a table of free and paid CocoCay experiences to help you prepare for your visit.

Category	Free	Paid
Beaches & Pools	Oasis Lagoon, Chill Island, South Beach	Hideaway Beach, Hideaway Pool, Coco Beach Club luxury beach and infinity pool, Wave Pool, Adventure Pool
Essentials & Seating	Beach chairs and umbrellas, beach access wheelchairs, freshwater showers, tram service	Private beach cabanas, daybeds, Hideaway Cabanas, Coco Beach Club Overwater Cabanas
Adventures & Activities	Captain Jill’s Galleon, Splashaway Bay, sports courts	Thrill Waterpark, CocoCay zip line, snorkel gear and other beach rentals, shore excursions, Up, Up and Away helium balloon ride
Food & Dining	Chill Grill, Skipper’s Grill, multiple Snack Shack locations	Hideaway Hut, Slice of Paradise, Coco Beach Club restaurant, Captain Jack’s
Drinks	Water, select basic juices at dining stations	Hideaway Bar, On the Rocks, Wacky Seagull bars, speciality drinks

For personal tips on the best ways to experience the island, read our CocoCay travel guide.

Other Cruise Line Islands

Curious about more exclusive cruise destinations? Take a look at our other island destination pages!

Ocean Cay – MSC Cruises

Harvest Caye – Norwegian Cruise Line

Great Stirrup Cay – Norwegian Cruise Line

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay an admission fee to get onto CocoCay?

Perfect Day at CocoCay requires no admission fee! Complimentary food, drinks and experiences are also available on the island.

How do I get from the cruise ship to the island?

The ship docks directly alongside the pier, so passengers can step right onto the island. No tender boats needed!

Is there transportation available at CocoCay?

A tram runs all day on the island, leaving from the Arrivals Plaza and stopping at South Beach, Oasis Lagoon and Breezy Bay at Chill Island every 15 minutes. There’s also an exclusive tram for transporting guests to Hideaway Beach.

For those who have mobility issues, accessible tram service is available. These trams rotate throughout the island regularly and can be requested through Guest Services, found at the pier and various other venues.

Can I stay overnight at CocoCay?

At this time, the island doesn’t offer overnight stays. But you’ll have around 8 to 10 hours to explore and do as much as you’d like. All attractions and amenities are carefully tailored to help you have the perfect day!

How do I pay for things on the island?

The SeaPass card is used to pay on the island. You receive this card on embarkation day, and it serves as your identification, room key and cashless payment method for everything aboard your Royal Caribbean ship.

Can I use my onboard drink and Wi-Fi package at CocoCay?

Yes! Beverage and Wi-Fi packages purchased onboard work on the island. You just need to show your SeaPass card, exactly like you do on the ship.

Get Ready for Your Perfect Day at CocoCay!

Why settle for an ordinary island escape when you can be at CocoCay? Secure your spot on a cruise with Royal Caribbean or Celebrity Cruises and unlock the ultimate Bahamian getaway! With assistance from our Cruise Specialists, you can avoid the hassle of coordinate-heavy planning and focus on having your Perfect Day.

A Guide to Having the Perfect Day at CocoCay

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