CocoCay (Little Stirrup Cay)

Coco Cay (Berry Islands), Bahamas

Your port day at a glance

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Distance to town: 10 mi / 16.1 km
Currency: Bahamian Dollar / BSD (USD also used onboard accounts)

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Getting to town
Your day in port
Best time to visit
Shore experiences
Food, drink and shopping
What to wear
Advisor notes

Getting to town

Distance to town: 10 mi / 16.1 km.

Your day in port

For a typical 8–10 hour call, many guests spend the morning at the waterpark or more active zone, then enjoy a leisurely lunch and shift to a beach or Oasis Lagoon in the afternoon before returning early to avoid last-minute crowds at the pier. Encourage clients to ride the tram early to scope out their preferred area and claim loungers in the shade.

Best time to visit

December through April offers the most comfortable weather with warm temps, lower humidity, and less rain. Summer and early fall are hotter and more humid but still very popular for families and school holidays.

Hurricane season in The Bahamas runs June through November, with the highest storm risk typically August–October; itineraries can change at short notice.
Summer days (June–September) can be very hot and humid, so guests should plan for strong sun, frequent hydration, and shade breaks.
Short, passing showers are common year-round, especially in the afternoon, but rarely disrupt a full day on the island.

Shore experiences

Play at Splashaway Bay and the complimentary kid-friendly splash zones and pools, with shallow areas and lifeguards on duty.
Build sandcastles and paddle in the calm waters of Harbor Beach, which is close to the pier and easy for families with strollers.
Book family access to Thrill Waterpark (fee-based) for slides, wave pool fun, and the adventure pool, with options for older kids and teens.
Ride the island trams around CocoCay to explore without little legs getting tired, hopping off at different beaches and food spots.
Enjoy casual beach games like volleyball, basketball, and lawn games scattered near the main beaches and pool areas.

Food, drink and shopping

Local food and drink

Complimentary island buffets such as Skipper’s Grill and Chill Grill, serving burgers, hot dogs, tacos, salads, and desserts at lunchtime.
Snack Shacks around the island with included favorites like crispy chicken sandwiches, mozzarella sticks, fries, funnel cake, and salads.
Bars throughout the island offering beer, cocktails, and frozen drinks, all compatible with Royal Caribbean’s onboard drink package.
Upgraded dining at Coco Beach Club (fee-based), often featuring higher-end options like steaks, seafood, and more refined sides in a quieter setting.
Plenty of self-serve water and soft drink stations near dining venues to stay hydrated in the heat.

Shopping

Expect mostly branded CocoCay and Royal Caribbean souvenirs such as T‑shirts, hats, and beach accessories at island shops near the central hub.
A small straw-market-style area may offer simple crafts and trinkets, but serious shopping is better saved for larger Bahamian ports like Nassau.
Beach essentials like sunscreen, hats, and float mats can be purchased or rented, though prices are typically higher than on the mainland.

What to wear

Light, breathable resort wear and swimwear are ideal, along with a hat, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen; pack water shoes or flip-flops for hot sand and wet surfaces. Casual dress is fully acceptable, but bring a cover-up when moving between beaches, dining, and bars.

Advisor notes

Remind clients that CocoCay functions as an extension of the ship: SeaPass cards handle nearly everything, onboard drink and Wi‑Fi packages usually work on the island, and most food, loungers, and core beaches are complimentary. Help them pre-book high-demand extras like Thrill Waterpark, Coco Beach Club, cabanas, and the helium balloon through the Cruise Planner, as same-day prices can be higher and availability limited.

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