Half Moon Cay
Bahamas
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The Tea
Half Moon Cay is Holland America Line's private island (shared with Carnival), and it's the most "natural" of the major private islands — meaning less infrastructure, more actual beach. The horseback riding through the surf is one of the most iconic cruise excursion photos in the industry.
The island has a beautiful crescent beach, a small shopping area, and various water sports. It's less developed than CocoCay or Castaway Cay, which gives it a more relaxed vibe. Lunch is included but is basic barbecue fare — fine, not exceptional.
The tea: Half Moon Cay is the private island for people who just want a gorgeous beach without the production. No waterparks, no zip lines, no engineered "experiences." Just sand, water, and a cold drink. Sometimes that's exactly what a cruise day should be.
Weather by Month
| Month | Avg Temp | Rain Days | Good Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76°F | 0 | 100% |
| Feb | 73°F | 5 | 83% |
| Mar | 75°F | 6 | 81% |
| Apr | 75°F | 1 | 97% |
| May | 79°F | 2 | 94% |
| Jun | 82°F | 12 | 60% |
| Jul | 84°F | 5 | 84% |
| Aug | 84°F | 11 | 65% |
| Sep | 84°F | 6 | 80% |
| Oct | 82°F | 14 | 55% |
| Nov | 79°F | 2 | 93% |
| Dec | 76°F | 7 | 77% |
Half Moon Cay on the Cruise Schedule
Three ships we track are scheduled to stop at Half Moon Cay on at least 79 sailings over the next 12 months. Ports of call are only recorded for some itineraries, so the real number is likely higher. Those ships sail for Carnival. The busiest months on the schedule are October 2026 and December 2026.
Ships Scheduled to Stop at Half Moon Cay
Dates are when the sailing departs its home port, not the day it reaches Half Moon Cay.
| Ship | Cruise Line | Sailings Stopping Here | Next Sailing | Latest CDC Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Pride | Carnival | 47 | Sep 20, 2026 | 93 |
| Carnival Sunrise | Carnival | 31 | Sep 19, 2026 | 100 |
| Carnival Dream | Carnival | 1 | Dec 27, 2026 | 98 |
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