Home / Ports / Puerto Plata / Nov 26, 2026
Puerto Plata Cruise Crowd Forecast — Thursday, November 26, 2026
Super Crowded day in Puerto Plata — 2 ships representing ~7,870 estimated cruise passengers, 24% above a busy day.
One of the busiest port days. Popular beaches, transportation and tourist areas may be significantly busier.
- 2 shipsin port
- 7,870est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Busier than 97% of scheduled cruise days at this port.
Provisional — schedule may changeWhy is this super crowded?
2 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 7,870 passengers of combined capacity.
Compared with other cruise days: Well above average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Jewel | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | — | 2,376 |
| Harmony of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | 08:30 | 15:00 | — | 5,494 |
Arrival timeline
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
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?
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: Nov 26, 2026
- 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.