Do I need to book excursion in Castaway Cay?
Do I need to book excursion in Castaway Cay? There are lots of additional activities at Castaway Cay for a fee. They can be reserved in advance but many can be booked the day before or on the island.
How long do you stay on Castaway Cay?
How long do you stay on Castaway Cay? Castaway Cay guests usually spend 6 to 7 hours on the island during the day. They typically arrive around 8:30 to 9 AM and must board around 3:30 to 4 PM. This schedule could be affected by bad weather.
Do you have to pay for excursions on a Disney cruise?
A: Port Adventures and other booked onboard activities are charged to a Guest's onboard account. Cancellations can be made up to 3 days prior to the cruise departure date, unless otherwise noted on a specific activity. After that time, all reservations are final and non-refundable.
Do you have to pay for anything on Castaway Cay?
There are also some Port Adventures on Castaway Cay as well as other activities that come with a fee. You can rent equipment for fun activities such as bikes, snorkel equipment, or aqua trikes for a nominal fee. You can also book some activities for a fee.
Can you meet Disney characters at Castaway Cay?
You'll see Characters around the ship, in stage shows and during kids' activities in our youth clubs. And if one of your ports of call is Castaway Cay, you'll have a chance to meet Disney Characters during an onshore Dance Party.
Can you get on and off the ship at Castaway Cay?
Castaway Cay has its own dock so you can walk on or off the ship anytime. Towels are provided on the dock so all you need is your Key To The World Card and an ID. Don't miss the fabulous photo opp locations right off the ship. Make sure to take your photos early as photographers are only out in the morning .
What happens if you get left behind at Castaway Cay?
The ship will not leave you behind, and unless you're hiding in some bushes, you couldn't get accidentally left behind if you want since Crew Members “sweep” the island to clear it of guests. Stay until the last 15 minutes to enjoy Castaway Cay almost all to yourselves!
Was Castaway Cay a drug island?
By the 1980s, Gorda Cay was becoming known for it's notorious drug operation. Various newspapers reported that people who once owned parts of the island were no longer welcome, and were being chased away by men with large guns and even larger Dobermans.
Are there dolphins at Castaway Cay?
Disney Castaway Cay - You can't swim with dolphins here, but you can have an encounter with sting rays! San Juan, Puerto Rico - Go for a horseback ride or take a zipline tour!
Can you do a cruise without excursions?
You won't be judged for not taking shore excursions. You'll find that most of the people who don't and just stay on the ship are older folks who either don't have the mobility or have cruised so much that they've already done them. You may have your own reasons, but I encourage you to book at least one or two.
Does Disney Castaway Cay have sharks?
Anywhere in the ocean you can find sharks! But don't worry about this on Castaway Cay, as you swim in a area that is watched by a lifeguard all the time, No problems should happen, just swim and have fun, Enjoy your vacation!
Do you take your passport on shore excursions?
Taking Your Passport Should you take your passport with you on shore excursions? No, you shouldn't bring your passport, unless your tour requires it. We recommend bringing your driver's license as a form of ID instead. You don't want to risk losing your passport ashore.
Can you get off a cruise ship without an excursion in the Caribbean?
You absolutely do not have to do shore excursions on a cruise. You are free to come and go at will from most cruise ships while they are in ports of call. Shore excursions are simply one means to explore the areas visited by the ship and to participate in available activities off the ship.
Is Castaway Cay crowded?
If you want to escape the crowds and get some AMAZING photo ops on Castaway Cay! All you have to do is come early and stay late. The first and last hours on the island are the least crowded (by far). Get off the ship as soon as they allow passengers off.
What movie was filmed on Castaway Cay?
'Splash' - Castaway Cay in The Bahamas The movie was filmed in multiple locations, but the famous scene where Madison (Daryl Hannah) meets Allen (Tom Hanks) was filmed along the beach of what's now known as Castaway Cay. The only way to visit this exquisite beach is to hop on a boat from Disney Cruise Line.
Can you drink at 18 on Castaway Cay?
The drinking age aboard Disney Cruise Line ships and Disney Castaway Cay is 21, with a valid photo I.D. There are some exceptions to this, depending on where the cruise originates and/or ends, and subject to parental/guardian consent.