Puerto Plata (Amber Cove & Taíno Bay) Cruise Ship Schedule, August 2026
Puerto Plata cruise schedules cover ship calls at Amber Cove and Taíno Bay. Itineraries may say Puerto Plata, Amber Cove, or Taíno Bay, but published times apply to whichever terminal your ship is assigned.
August 2026 Schedule Overview
Puerto Plata cruise schedules cover ship calls at Amber Cove and Taíno Bay. Itineraries may say Puerto Plata, Amber Cove, or Taíno Bay, but published times apply to whichever terminal your ship is assigned. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
August 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 29
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 87,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Wed, Aug 5, 2026 (3 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Wed, Aug 5, 2026 is the busiest day this month with 3 scheduled ship calls. Book reef tours, beach clubs, and popular attractions early on that date.
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August 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Norwegian Luna | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2026-08-04 | Mardi Gras | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,282 to 6,338 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-08-05 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2026-08-05 | Independence Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 3,630 to 4,356 | n/a |
| 2026-08-05 | Resilient Lady | Verify with cruise line | 10:00 | 19:00 | 9h | 2,770 to 2,860 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-08-06 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-08-06 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 09:30 | 18:00 | 8h 30m | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-08-10 | Norwegian Luna | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2026-08-10 | MSC World America | MSC Cruises | 09:00 | 17:00 | 8h | 5,240 to 6,774 | n/a |
| 2026-08-11 | Mardi Gras | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,282 to 6,338 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-08-11 | Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 09:00 | 16:00 | 7h | 3,215 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-08-12 | Carnival Celebration | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,374 to 6,338 | n/a |
| 2026-08-13 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-08-14 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-08-17 | Norwegian Luna | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2026-08-18 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 14:30 | 6h 30m | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-08-18 | Mardi Gras | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,282 to 6,338 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-08-18 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 10:30 | 18:30 | 8h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-08-19 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-08-19 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2026-08-19 | Resilient Lady | Verify with cruise line | 10:00 | 19:00 | 9h | 2,770 to 2,860 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-08-24 | Norwegian Luna | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
| 2026-08-24 | MSC World America | MSC Cruises | 09:00 | 17:00 | 8h | 5,240 to 6,774 | n/a |
| 2026-08-25 | Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 09:00 | 16:00 | 7h | 3,215 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-08-26 | Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 07:00 | 15:30 | 8h 30m | 3,138 to 3,766 | n/a |
| 2026-08-26 | Norwegian Escape | Norwegian Cruise Line | 09:00 | 15:00 | 6h | 4,266 to 5,218 | n/a |
| 2026-08-27 | Carnival Celebration | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,374 to 6,338 | n/a |
| 2026-08-27 | Carnival Vista | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,930 to 4,716 | n/a |
| 2026-08-31 | Norwegian Luna | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | 3,571 to 4,224 | n/a |
29 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your August 2026 Excursion
Once you know your ship's August 2026 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Puerto Plata. With up to 3 ships sharing the pier on the busiest August 2026 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Puerto Plata in August 2026?
This page lists 12 scheduled vessels in August 2026, including Caribbean Princess, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Magic, Carnival Vista, Celebrity Beyond, Independence Of The Seas, MSC World America, Mardi Gras, and 4 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Puerto Plata arrival times change in August 2026?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust August 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. August is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a August 2026 Puerto Plata shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this August 2026 schedule, August 2026 is quieter at Puerto Plata, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. The busiest day this month lists 3 ships, when operators sell out fastest. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife tours sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship at Puerto Plata in August 2026?
Plan to be back at the Puerto Plata terminal 30–60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port.
What excursions suit Puerto Plata in August 2026?
August is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes. Puerto Plata excursions are easiest to book now, but keep plans flexible and watch tropical weather. Choose operators with clear cancellation terms.
Puerto Plata cruise schedules cover ship calls at Amber Cove and Taíno Bay. View the Puerto Plata cruise ship schedule for August 2026, including 29 scheduled cruise calls, arrival times, departure times and planning tips for shore excursions. Arrival and departure times are subject to change. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.