# Norwegian Cruise Line waterpark launch > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/norwegian-cruise-line-waterpark-launch > Updated: 2026-09-01T23:04:05.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3. In early August 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) released the first images and details of the Great Tides Waterpark on its private island, Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. The preview highlighted a 24,000–25,000 m² facility with 19 slides, including a four-person body slide, duelling uphill “Master Blaster” slides, a floating tunnel, and family-friendly areas, as well as new dining venues and a two-berth dock. By September 2026, it was revealed that the waterpark is a central component of a $350 million project to transform the 270-hectare island. The development includes a 52-meter Tidal Tower, cliff jumps, and interactive water games. Local officials, including U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas Herschel Walker and Member of Parliament Randy Rolle, attended a preview event, noting the project’s economic impact through the creation of construction and ongoing service jobs. NCL confirmed the park opened on schedule on 4 September 2026. The inauguration emphasized the same attractions, added an adults-only Vibe Shore Club and beachfront cabanas, and noted that the new pier now allows cruise ships to dock directly, reducing tender-boat transfers. Day-pass options were made available for guests on eligible Caribbean itineraries, completing the broader redevelopment of the island. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-01: Norwegian Cruise Line unveils waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay Norwegian Cruise Line is opening the Great Tides Waterpark on its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, in the Bahamas, featuring a 52-meter tower and new aquatic attractions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-cruise-line-unveils-350m-waterpark-at-great-stirrup-cay ### 2026-08-06: Norwegian Cruise Line opens Great Tides Waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas Norwegian Cruise Line opened the six‑acre Great Tides Waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas on Sep 4, adding 19 slides and new shore amenities for Caribbean cruise guests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-cruise-line-opens-great-tides-waterpark-on-great-stirrup-cay-bahamas ### 2026-08-04: Norwegian Cruise Line unveils Great Tides waterpark on Bahamas island Norwegian Cruise Line previewed its Great Tides waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, set to open Sept 4 2026. The 24,000 m² park features an immersive tunnel, Caribbean‑first Master Blaster slides, cliff‑j 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-cruise-line-unveils-great-tides-waterpark-on-bahamas-island --- Cite as: Norwegian Cruise Line waterpark launch. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/norwegian-cruise-line-waterpark-launch