Carnival Tropicale is a 5,360-guest Carnival Cruise Line cruise ship. This page lists 5 upcoming departures across 5 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port.
Carnival Tropicale is a new Excel-class ship being built for Carnival Cruise Line and scheduled to enter service in 2028. Designed for family-focused cruising, the ship will combine large-scale entertainment with Carnival favorites such as Guy’s Burger Joint, Big Chicken, Bonsai Sushi, the Punchliner Comedy Club and Cloud 9 Spa. Its planned highlights include Sunsation Point, Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, outdoor sports areas and several new dining concepts. The LNG-powered vessel will be based at Galveston after delivery.
Sunsation Point spans multiple decks with Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, six waterslides, family raft rides, splash pads, mini-golf, a ropes course, an adventure trail and sports courts. Grand Central features large LED screens, live entertainment and a 1,400-light ceiling installation.
Family-oriented features include Carnival WaterWorks Ultra, two family raft rides, splash pads, mini-golf, a ropes course, an adventure trail, sports courts, Family Feud Live and the Vault Retrocade.
Wellness facilities are planned to include Cloud 9 Spa, thermal suites, fitness facilities, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat and the Loft 19 outdoor relaxation area.
Carnival has not yet published a complete ship-specific accessibility inventory for this pre-delivery vessel.
The ship is planned as an LNG-powered Excel-class vessel, using liquefied natural gas as its primary marine fuel.
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View the official Carnival Tropicale deck plans from Carnival Cruise Line →
| Category | Type | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|
| InteriorBooking codes include 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F, 4G, 4H and 4I. | Inside | 158 sq ft | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Premium InteriorBooking codes include 4N and 4O. | Inside | 205 sq ft | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| OceanviewBooking codes include 6A and 6B. | Oceanview | 243 sq ft | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 |
| Cove BalconyBooking code 7C. | Balcony | — | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
23 included 12 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
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| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2028 | Apr 21, 2028 | 6 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 6 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Apr 21, 2028 | Apr 29, 2028 | 8 Nights Bahamas Cruise | 8 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Apr 29, 2028 | May 7, 2028 | 8 Nights Bahamas Cruise | 8 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Dec 23, 2028 | Dec 28, 2028 | 5 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 5 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Jan 2, 2029 | Jan 6, 2029 | 4 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 4 | Caribbean | Book → |
Carnival Tropicale is registered in Bahamas.
Carnival Tropicale carries about 5,360 guests with roughly 1,735 crew.
Included options are expected to include the Lido Marketplace buffet, main casual venues such as Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina, and other complimentary venues identified by Carnival. Specialty restaurants and selected menu items carry additional charges.
Yes. The planned layout includes Camp Ocean, Circle C, Club O2, Family Harbor accommodations and lounge access, Dr. Seuss Bookville, and extensive family activities at Sunsation Point.
Carnival provides accessible staterooms and accessible public areas across its fleet. Guests should confirm the exact stateroom and accessibility features with Carnival before booking because not every stateroom accommodates every mobility device.
Yes. Serenity is planned as an adults-only outdoor retreat, with a dedicated bar, whirlpools and Fresh Creations salad service.
Carnival generally uses casual daytime dress and designated cruise-elegant evenings rather than formal dress every night. Exact onboard guidance will be provided by Carnival before sailing.
