04 Sep 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line Opens Great Tides Waterpark Today

Norwegian Cruise Line Opens Great Tides Waterpark Today

Today marks the official opening of the new water park on NCL’s private island in the Bahamas archipelago.

(eap) After invited guests were given a first glimpse during an exclusive preview event earlier this week, the new Great Tides Waterpark officially opens today on “Great Stirrup Cay”, the approximately 109-hectare private island of US cruise operator Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL). The 2.5-hectare water park in the Bahamas offers everything from action-packed attractions to relaxing lagoon experiences.

On a 240-meter-long lazy river, guests can float through the park in inner tubes. © Norwegian Cruise Line Highlights include a total of 19 water slides, eight of which start from the approximately 52-metre-high “Tidal Tower”. Further attractions include the around 240-metre-long “Wandering River”, featuring a tunnel section and the “Floataway Bar” swim-up bar, the “Cliffside Cove” cliff-jumping attraction and “Splash Cay”, a water play area designed for families with children. WhiteWater supplied water slide attractions as well as the equipment for the family-friendly water play area.

The private cabanas provide a relaxing atmosphere. © Norwegian Cruise Line For those looking to relax, the offering includes the adults-only “Vibe Shore Club”, featuring premium loungers and a private bar. A diverse culinary offering rounds off a visit to the water park, access to which is reserved exclusively for NCL passengers and requires an additional fee. ■

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