Castaway Cay Ultimate Guide

Castaway Cay is the private Bahamian island for the Disney Cruise Line. It is a beautiful tropical getaway with tons to do for everyone. Learn everything you need to know about it here.

Goofy at Castaway Cay

Castaway Cay is an island designed for fun and relaxation. It is Disney’s private Island so guests can only visit as part of a Disney Cruise Line (DCL) cruise. Most Caribbean DCL cruises visit Castaway Cay. Here are some of the things explorers will find on Castaway Cay.

Character Appearances

Popular Disney favorites pop up throughout the day in all sorts of places. It’s a great opportunity for a unique and unforgettable photo.

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Castaway Family Beach

The family beach is exactly that, a tropical zone filled with soft sand especially for those with children. Activities like sailing, kayaking, and snorkeling are available or families can just soak up the rays.

Snorkeling Lagoon

Two different trails lead snorkelers of any skill level along an underwater path of discovery.

Serenity Bay

Guest must be 18 to visit Serenity Bay, but if they are, they are rewarded with a lovely, quiet experience.

Cookies Too BBQ

Pelican Plunge

A 2,400 square foot floating water play area. Guests can partake in 2 twisting water slides right into the Caribbean.

Teen Hideout

This one is, not surprisingly, for teens. Guests aged 14 to 17 years can lounge without those pesky parents over in the Teen Hideout.

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In Da Shade Game Pavilion

This games pavilion includes fun pastimes like table tennis, foosball, and billiards when guests need a shady break but want to stay active.

Sports Beach

When guests are really feeling active, they head to Sports Beach to play some tetherball or volleyball.

 

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Boat Rentals

Guests can choose between a 1-person kayak, a 4-person paddleboat, a 2-person aqua trike, or a stand-up paddleboard to take out into the sea.

Shopping

She Sells Sea Shells sells not just sea shells but exclusive beachwear, hats, souvenirs and collectible pins with the Disney Castaway Cay logo.

Olaf’s Summertime Freeze

The place to be for frozen drinks.

Flippers & Floats

Rent inner tubes, snorkel masks and fins from this festive location.

Castaway Cay 5K

Guests 10 years and over that have just been waiting to run an extra 3.1 miles on a tropical island can finally have their wish come true. All finishers receive an exclusive Disney Castaway Cay 5K medal.