Great Stirrup Cay

Great Stirrup Cay is a small island that is part of the Berry Islands in the Bahamas. Norwegian Cruise Line purchased the island from the Belcher Oil Company in 1977 and developed it into a private island for their cruise ship passengers. The northern part of the island has a sandy beach surrounded by rocks with snorkeling areas. The southern part features a helicopter airfield (with a sign reading "Great Stirrup Cay International Airport"), a large area without vegetation, and numerous concrete blocks. These are all remnants of a previous U.S. military installation and satellite tracking station. The island's lighthouse was originally constructed in 1863 by the Imperial Lighthouse Service.

Great Stirrup Cay is adjacent to Little Stirrup Cay, Royal Caribbean Cruises' private island.

Featured Experiences


See More

Featured Stories


5 Best Places in the World to Celebrate Diwali

5 Best Places in the World to Celebrate Diwali

Every autumn, Diwali, the Festival of Lights rooted in Hi... read more

Return to Halloween’s Haunted Roots on a Trip to Ireland

Return to Halloween’s Haunted Roots on a Trip to Ireland

The Emerald Isle has always been a land where ancient pra... read more

The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone

The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone

It sails 21 rivers, 5 oceans, and all 7 continents with m... read more

See More

Don't miss any Travel News or Limited Time Offers! Get our Email Newsletter