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Unofficial schedule — built from published cruise-line itineraries, not the port authority. Last checked Nov 7, 2026. Coverage: sailings published by Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Carnival, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian and Princess. Ships from other cruise lines are not included yet, so passenger totals may understate the port's full day.

Super Crowded

Costa Maya Cruise Crowd Forecast — Friday, January 29, 2027

Super Crowded day in Costa Maya — 3 ships representing ~8,377 estimated cruise passengers, 16% above a busy day.

One of the busiest port days. Popular beaches, transportation and tourist areas may be significantly busier.

  • 3 shipsin port
  • 8,377est. passengers

Busier than 93% of scheduled cruise days at this port.

Morning rush: 3 ships arrive within the same hour — expect crowds at the terminal and excursion meeting points.
Provisional — schedule may change

Why is this super crowded?

3 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 8,377 passengers of combined capacity. 3 of them arrive within the same hour, concentrating the morning rush.

Compared with other cruise days: Well above average for this port.

Ships in port

ShipCruise lineArrivalDepartureBerthCapacity
Enchantment of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International07:0016:00—2,290
Norwegian BreakawayNorwegian Cruise Line07:0013:30—3,963
Carnival LegendCarnival Cruise Line08:0016:00—2,124

Arrival timeline

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Enchantment of the Seas
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Norwegian Breakaway
7:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Carnival Legend
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).

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Shore day advice

A ship excursion with an early departure is the best way to beat the crowds — expect lines everywhere after mid-morning, and have a plan before you disembark.

Looking for a quieter day?

See Costa Maya’s crowd calendar →

Data & accuracy

  • Schedule source: published cruise-line itineraries (Royal Caribbean International, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises) — unofficial; this schedule is not published by the port authority
  • Itineraries last checked: Nov 7, 2026
  • Forecast date: Jan 29, 2027
  • Provisional: this date is more than 7 days out — cruise lines adjust itineraries for weather and operations, so the schedule may change.
  • Estimates are based on published ship capacities, not actual bookings or how many passengers go ashore.
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