Where is Carnival Paradise today?
In Princess Cays, Bahamas
In port 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, on day 4 of a 6-night Bahamas cruise from Tampa (Nov 9 to 15).
Next: Nassau, Bahamas, tomorrow 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM · then Tampa, Sun Nov 15, arriving 8:00 AM.
Scheduled position from Carnival Cruise Line's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Sun Nov 15: 4 nights from $267
Upcoming Carnival Paradise cruises from $240 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
6-night Bahamas cruise, Tampa round trip
Nov 9 to 15, 2026 · Celebration Key, Princess Cays and Nassau.
Where Carnival Paradise sails, month by month
Carnival Paradise sails year-round from Tampa on 4-, 5- and 6-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Cozumel (63 calls) and Roatan (16).
- Dec 2026Tampa · 7 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027Tampa · 2 sailings5, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027Tampa · 7 sailings4, 5, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Tampa · 7 sailings4, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Tampa · 7 sailings4, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Tampa · 7 sailings4, 6 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Tampa · 6 sailings4, 5, 6 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Carnival Cruise Line may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's Carnival Paradise sailings with prices.
Carnival Paradise at a glance
Carnival Paradise is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise ship in the Fantasy class. It entered service in 1998 (28 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2018. It carries 2,124 passengers and 920 crew, about 2.3 passengers per crew member. At 71,925 gross tons and 262 m (860 ft) long, it is a large ship with 14 decks and 1,061 cabins. It was built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards (Helsinki, STX Finland) and sails under the flag of Panama.
The Carnival Paradise, a contemporary cruise ship built in 1998, carries up to 2,124 passengers across 14 decks. As part of Carnival Cruise Line's mainstream fleet, the ship provides accessible cruising for families and first-time cruisers.
The vessel underwent a significant refurbishment in 2018, bringing updated accommodations and public spaces to match modern cruising standards. With a crew of 920 staff members, the Paradise maintains service across its various dining, entertainment, and recreational facilities.
The ship's size and configuration make it a practical choice for those seeking a traditional cruise experience without the scale of newer mega-ships.
Carnival Paradise specs
- Class
- Fantasy
- Built
- 1998
- Refurbished
- 2018
- Gross Tonnage
- 71,925 GT
- Length
- 262 m
- Passengers
- 2,124
- Cabins
- 1,061
- Crew
- 920
- Decks
- 14
- Builder
- Kvaerner Masa-Yards (Helsinki, STX Finland)
- Flag
- Panama
- Age
- 28 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 33.9 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.3:1
- Sister Ships
- 1 other in class
- Fleet Rank
- 30th largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 5 nights
- Primary Region
- Mexico & Central America
- Next Sailing
- Nov 15, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Carnival Paradise FAQ
Where is Carnival Paradise right now?
According to Carnival Cruise Line's published itinerary, Carnival Paradise is scheduled to be in Princess Cays, Bahamas today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on day 4 of a 6-night Bahamas cruise from Tampa. Tomorrow it calls at Nassau, Bahamas, and it returns to Tampa on November 15. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does Carnival Paradise sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Carnival Paradise sails year-round from Tampa, Florida on 4-, 5- and 6-night cruises.
What ports does Carnival Paradise visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Carnival Paradise calls most often at Cozumel, Mexico (63 calls) and Roatan, Honduras (16), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 10 ports in all.
How many passengers does Carnival Paradise carry?
Carnival Paradise carries 2,124 passengers in 1,061 cabins. It has 920 crew, about 2.3 passengers per crew member.
When was Carnival Paradise built and how old is it?
Carnival Paradise entered service in 1998, so it is 28 years old. It was last refurbished in 2018.
How big is Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Paradise is 71,925 gross tons and 262 m (860 ft) long, with 14 decks. That makes it a large ship.
How many crew work on Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Paradise has 920 crew.
What class of ship is Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Paradise belongs to the Fantasy class, which has 1 other ship we track.
Which cruise line operates Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Paradise is operated by Carnival Cruise Line.
Where was Carnival Paradise built?
Carnival Paradise was built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards (Helsinki, STX Finland).
How much does a cruise on Carnival Paradise cost?
The cheapest upcoming Carnival Paradise cruise we track starts from $240. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
Carnival Paradise prices
Upcoming Carnival Paradise cruises start from $240. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $217. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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