# Ocean Cay - Kind: port - Data version: 2026-10-14 - Reference month: 2026-10 - Checked: 2026-07-22 - Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/port/ocean-cay For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider. ## Overview Photo: Kiran891 · [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ocean_Cay_overview_from_the_south_direction_(March_12,_2024).jpg) Checked: none (unverified) - Region: [View Caribbean & Bahamas on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=caribbean) - Description: Private port of call. An island marine reserve dedicated to MSC Cruises, focused on beaches and marine activities. - Port name: Ocean Cay - English name: Ocean Cay - Country: Bahamas - Latitude / longitude: 25.42, -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. Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Port highlights - Climate: The tropical climate is warm year-round with strong sunshine, making it suitable for swimming. Hurricanes are possible in summer. - Language: English (onboard language is predominant) - Currency: US dollars (USD; used for ship drink packages and similar items) - Best time to visit: December to April (comfortable dry season; it is safer to avoid the hurricane season from June to November) ### 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 beaches - Snorkeling and kayaking - Lighthouse night show - Sunset cruise Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Monthly average high / low temperatures | Month | Average high (°C / °F) | Average low (°C / °F) | | --- | --- | --- | | Jan | 24 °C / 76 °F | 16 °C / 62 °F | | Feb | 25 °C / 78 °F | 18 °C / 65 °F | | Mar | 26 °C / 80 °F | 19 °C / 67 °F | | Apr | 28 °C / 82 °F | 22 °C / 71 °F | | May | 29 °C / 85 °F | 24 °C / 75 °F | | Jun | 31 °C / 88 °F | 25 °C / 78 °F | | Jul | 32 °C / 89 °F | 26 °C / 79 °F | | Aug | 32 °C / 90 °F | 26 °C / 79 °F | | Sep | 32 °C / 89 °F | 26 °C / 78 °F | | Oct | 30 °C / 86 °F | 24 °C / 76 °F | | Nov | 27 °C / 81 °F | 21 °C / 70 °F | | Dec | 26 °C / 78 °F | 19 °C / 66 °F | Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: CAPE FLORIDA · about 114 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: 2026-10-04 Checked: 2026-10-04 ## Local prices for travelers | Item | Amount | Currency | Checked | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Water 591 ml | BSD 2.49 | BSD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Coffee | BSD 6.00 | BSD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Inexpensive meal | BSD 15.00 | BSD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Local beer | BSD 5.00 | BSD | Checked: none (unverified) | - Survey month: 2026-10 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 Checked: none (unverified) ## Getting there from Japan - Nearest airport: BIM - Description: Unknown - Airport to port (approx.): Unknown - Ease of access: C — Two or more connections (Estimated) About 67 km from airport to port (straight-line distance) (Estimated) Calculated from OurAirports coordinates Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative) Checked: 2026-07-22 English text in preparation. ## Itineraries calling here ### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-world-america-7n-miami) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Oct 2026 – Sep 2027 - Departure months: 2026-10, 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04, 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09 - Itinerary: 3 itineraries - Ship: MSC World America - Cruise line: MSC Cruises - Duration: 7 nights - Departure / arrival: Miami → Miami - Port: Miami › Puerto Plata › San Juan › Ocean Cay › Miami - Cruise type: Round trip / 5 - Amount: From $496.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-10-09 ### [3-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-seashore-3n-port-canaveral) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Nov 2026 – Sep 2027 - Departure months: 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04, 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09 - Ship: MSC Seashore - Cruise line: MSC Cruises - Duration: 3 nights - Departure / arrival: Port Canaveral → Port Canaveral - Port: Port Canaveral › Nassau › Ocean Cay › Port Canaveral - Cruise type: Round trip / 4 - Amount: From $320.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-10-09 ### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-grandiosa-7n-port-canaveral) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Nov 2026 – Sep 2027 - Departure months: 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04, 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09 - Itinerary: 2 itineraries - Ship: MSC Grandiosa - Cruise line: MSC Cruises - Duration: 7 nights - Departure / arrival: Port Canaveral → Port Canaveral - Port: Port Canaveral › Nassau › Ocean Cay › Puerto Plata › Port Canaveral - Cruise type: Round trip / 5 - Amount: From $319.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-10-09 ### [4-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-seashore-4n-port-canaveral) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: May–Sep 2027 - Departure months: 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09 - Ship: MSC Seashore - Cruise line: MSC Cruises - Duration: 4 nights - Departure / arrival: Port Canaveral → Port Canaveral - Port: Port Canaveral › Nassau › Ocean Cay › Port Canaveral - Cruise type: Round trip / 4 - Amount: From $195.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-10-09 ## Links ### Official - [msccruises.com](https://www.msccruises.com/en-gl/discover-msc/ocean-cay.aspx) - [msccruisesusa.com](https://www.msccruisesusa.com/cruise/destinations/caribbean/bahamas/ocean-cay-msc-marine-reserve) ### External sites and sources - [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocean_Cay) - [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ocean_Cay_overview_from_the_south_direction_(March_12,_2024).jpg) ### Related Cruise Pitta pages - [View Caribbean & Bahamas on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=caribbean) - [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-world-america-7n-miami) - [3-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-seashore-3n-port-canaveral) - [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-grandiosa-7n-port-canaveral) - [4-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Port Canaveral](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-seashore-4n-port-canaveral) ## Checked Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Sources - official: msccruises.com — https://www.msccruises.com/en-gl/discover-msc/ocean-cay.aspx - encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocean_Cay - official: msccruisesusa.com — https://www.msccruisesusa.com/cruise/destinations/caribbean/bahamas/ocean-cay-msc-marine-reserve Source: Wikipedia “[Ocean Cay](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocean_Cay)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))