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View Caribbean & Bahamas on the mapPrivate port of call. An island marine reserve dedicated to MSC Cruises, focused on beaches and marine activities.

Ocean Cay

Ocean Cay · Bahamas · 25.10, -79.21

Ocean Cay is a private island in the Bahamas developed by MSC Cruises. A former industrial site was transformed into an island surrounded by a 64-square-mile marine reserve. Its eight beaches, snorkeling, kayaking, and evening lighthouse shows offer an experience themed around ecology and leisure.

Port highlights

The tropical climate is warm year-round with strong sunshine, making it suitable for swimming. Hurricanes are possible in summer.
Climate
English (onboard language is predominant)
Language
US dollars (USD; used for ship drink packages and similar items)
Currency
December to April (comfortable dry season; it is safer to avoid the hurricane season from June to November)
Best time to visit
Local food

Casual food from the island's food court and beach bars (BBQ, seafood), tropical cocktails (often included in the cruise fare)

Sights
8 white-sand beachesSnorkeling and kayakingLighthouse night showSunset cruise

English text in preparation.

Monthly average high / low temperatures
24°
16°Jan
25°
18°Feb
26°
19°Mar
28°
22°Apr
29°
24°May
31°
25°Jun
32°
26°Jul
32°
26°Aug
32°
26°Sep
30°
24°Oct
27°
21°Nov
26°
19°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: CAPE FLORIDA · about 114 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers
BSD 2.49
Water 591 ml
BSD 6.00
Coffee
BSD 15.00
Inexpensive meal
BSD 5.00
Local beer

This port of call is operated by a cruise line or similar company. Prices inside the facility are set by the operator. Prices in the city of Nassau are given for reference. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 (partly estimated) · Sources: Shop and menu prices

Getting there from Japan

BIM
Nearest airport
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Airport to port (approx.)
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Ease of access

About 67 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Caribbean & BahamasOct 2026 – Sep 2027

7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami

3 itineraries
MSC World America/ MSC Cruises
Miami›Puerto Plata›San Juan›Ocean Cay›Miami
Indicative fare
From $600.00
Budget
7 nightsRound trip · 3 ports of call
Last checked Oct 9, 2026Details
Caribbean & BahamasNov 2026 – Sep 2027

3-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral

MSC Seashore/ MSC Cruises
Port Canaveral›Nassau›Ocean Cay›Port Canaveral
Indicative fare
From $330.00
Budget
3 nightsRound trip · 2 ports of call
Last checked Oct 9, 2026Details
Caribbean & BahamasNov 2026 – Sep 2027

7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral

2 itineraries
MSC Grandiosa/ MSC Cruises
Port Canaveral›Nassau›Ocean Cay›Puerto Plata›Port Canaveral
Indicative fare
From $550.00
Budget
7 nightsRound trip · 3 ports of call
Last checked Oct 9, 2026Details
Caribbean & BahamasMay–Sep 2027

4-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral

MSC Seashore/ MSC Cruises
Port Canaveral›Nassau›Ocean Cay›Port Canaveral
Indicative fare
Fare in preparation
Standard
4 nightsRound trip · 2 ports of call
Last checked Oct 9, 2026Details

Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Ocean Cay” (CC BY-SA 4.0)