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Norwegian Cruise Line in Bermuda: Your Port Day at Royal Naval Dockyard
Norwegian ships dock at King's Wharf, steps from Snorkel Park, and most stay overnight in Bermuda.
Updated October 2026, based on the official 2027 Bermuda cruise ship schedule
83
NCL calls scheduled for 2027
King's Wharf
Royal Naval Dockyard, West End
1-2 nights
Most NCL sailings have an overnight
Steps away
Snorkel Park from the Dockyard
AT A GLANCE
Your Port Day in Brief
Where you dock
Norwegian Cruise Line ships dock at King's Wharf in the Royal Naval Dockyard, at Bermuda's West End. Snorkel Park Beach Club is steps away.
How long you stay
In 2027, Norwegian Luna sails from New York, Norwegian Pearl from Philadelphia and Norwegian Breakaway from Boston. Each spends 1-2 days in port.
Make the most of it
Start your beach day minutes after you step off the ship. With an overnight, take the ferry to historic St. George's for Tobacco Bay and lunch on the water.
THE 2027 SEASON
Norwegian Ships in Bermuda in 2027
NCL makes more Bermuda calls than any other cruise line: 83 calls are scheduled for 2027. These are the ships and their usual weekly pattern:
| Ship | Sails from | Usual time in Bermuda (arrive - depart) | 2027 calls | 2027 season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian LunaNew to New York in 2027 | New York (Manhattan) | Monday 8am - Wednesday 3pm or 4pm | 30 | April 8 - October 10 |
| Norwegian Pearl | Philadelphia | Saturday 10am - Sunday 4pm | 28 | March 30, then April 10 - December 11 |
| Norwegian BreakawayWith a stop in Halifax, Nova Scotia | Boston | Thursday 9am - Friday 3pm | 21 | April 22 - November 5 |
| Norwegian Bliss | New York | Three spring visits: March 24-26, March 31-April 2, April 6-7 | 3 | March-April |
| Norwegian PrimaOne-way sailing to Tortola | New York | One day call: Friday, November 5, 9am-4pm | 1 | November |
Times change
These are the official schedule's arrival and departure times at the berth. They can change for weather or operational reasons, and the start and end of the season vary most. Your ship's app and daily planner have the final word.
2027 NCL sailings include an overnight
Almost every 2027 NCL Bermuda sailing includes an overnight at Royal Naval Dockyard, so you get an evening on the island as well as a full day.
Live schedule
The full official schedule is on the Marine and Ports website, and the Dockyard cruise calendar shows which ships are in port.
Sailing before the 2027 season? Norwegian Pearl has three late-2026 calls from Philadelphia: November 16-18, November 23-25 and December 20-21. Snorkel Park Beach Club is closed November through March, so spend these days in St. George's: Tobacco Bay's beach (weather permitting) and lunch at Wahoo's or White Horse.
WHERE YOU'LL DOCK
King's Wharf, Royal Naval Dockyard
Norwegian ships berth at King's Wharf, one of the two cruise piers at the Royal Naval Dockyard. The wharf was upgraded in partnership with NCL. A few NCL calls use the neighboring Heritage Wharf, including Norwegian Pearl's first visit on March 30, 2027 and Norwegian Prima's call on November 5, 2027.
Both cruise piers are in Dockyard, so the plans below work from either one. Dockyard is Bermuda's West End: Snorkel Park is on your doorstep, Hamilton and St. George's are across the island, so plan your days around the ferries.
STEPS FROM THE SHIP
From the Ship to Snorkel Park Beach Club - in 5 minutes!
Snorkel Park Beach Club is steps away from the Royal Naval Dockyard, close enough to walk from King's Wharf.
On the beach: snorkeling, loungers and umbrellas, a beach bar and restaurant, and kids' castles and beach games.
Beach Access
Daily • 1 April - 31 October
All ages. Closed November through March; reopens April 1.
Sunset Bonfire
Mon, Thu & Sat • 7-9:30pm
All ages. Free entry for the sunset bonfires and live entertainment. Paid Sunset Experience package adds a meal, an open bar and unlimited s'mores.
Night Lounge
Selected nights • 10pm-3am
Guests 18 and over. It doesn't run every night, so don't plan your overnight around it. Check directly with the venue over email or WhatsApp.
Seasonal: Snorkel Park Beach Club is closed November through March and reopens April 1. Tobacco Bay Beach Club is open as normal all year.
TWO DAYS IN BERMUDA
A Plan for Each NCL Ship
With an overnight you can do both: a West End beach day at Snorkel Park, and a day in the old town of St. George's with Tobacco Bay's snorkeling and lunch on the harbor. The order depends on your ship, because the Sunset Bonfire runs on Monday, Thursday and Saturday nights and the Orange Route ferry to St. George's doesn't run on Sundays. These plans are for Snorkel Park's season, April to October.
PLAN A
Norwegian Luna (Monday - Wednesday)
Day 1: Snorkel Park & the Sunset Bonfire
Walk off the ship and spend the day at Snorkel Park on the All-Inclusive Day Pass or in a Cabana for 3. Come back at 7pm for the Sunset Bonfire.
Day 2: St. George's & Tobacco Bay
Take the 9:30am or 11:30am Orange Route ferry, swim and snorkel at Tobacco Bay, lunch at Wahoo's or White Horse, then ferry back in the afternoon. Always check the latest ferry schedule directly.
Day 3: Departure day
A morning at Snorkel Park or a stroll around Dockyard, then back aboard well before all-aboard.
PLAN B
Norwegian Breakaway (Thurs - Friday)
Day 1: St. George's, then the Bonfire
Take a morning ferry to St. George's for Tobacco Bay and lunch at Wahoo's. The 4pm ferry back leaves a comfortable gap before the Thursday Sunset Bonfire at Snorkel Park, starting at 7pm. Always check the latest ferry schedule directly.
Day 2: Snorkel Park Morning Swim
Snorkel Park for a last Bermuda dip, then back on board well before all-aboard.
PLAN C
Norwegian Pearl (Saturday - Sunday)
Day 1: St. George's, then the Bonfire
Pearl arrives around 10am, in time for the 11:30am ferry to St George's. Spend a few hours at Tobacco Bay, then lunch at White Horse pub. The 4pm ferry back, then the Saturday Sunset Bonfire at Snorkel Park. Always check the latest ferry schedule directly.
Day 2: Snorkel Park
No Orange Route ferry is listed on Sundays, so make Sunday your Snorkel Park beach day.
WINTER CALL (NOVEMBER - MARCH)
Norwegian Bliss's March 24-26 visit and March 31 arrival day, Norwegian Pearl's March 30-31 call, Pearl's November and December calls, Breakaway's and Prima's November 5 calls, and Pearl's late-2026 calls
Snorkel Park Beach Club is closed November through March, and the Sunset Bonfire doesn't run. Head to St. George's instead: Tobacco Bay Beach Club is open as normal (swim and snorkel weather permitting), so just turn up on the day. Then have lunch at Wahoo's or White Horse on the harbor. Check the winter ferry timetable before you go; a taxi is the backup.
Norwegian Bliss (spring 2027): Snorkel Park is closed until April 1, so the March 24-26 visit is a winter call (see above). On the March 31-April 2 visit, spend Wednesday in St. George's, then have your Snorkel Park day on Thursday, April 1 or Friday, April 2, with Thursday's Bonfire as in Plan B.
ST. GEORGE'S DAY
Lunch on the Harbor, and Tobacco Bay
AWARD-WINNING
Wahoo's Bistro & Patio
Our stunning waterfront restaurant on Water Street, St George's. Fresh local fish, Wahoo Nuggets to share, and a lobster menu in season (September through March). Award-winning cocktails, recognized at Bacardí's Art of the Pour 2026.
BERMUDA'S OLDEST PUB
White Horse Pub & Restaurant
Bermuda's oldest pub, dating back to the 1700s, right on the harbor in St. George's. Its menu mixes pub favorites with a modern twist. With live music, hand-crafted cocktails and a gastropub menu it's a place you don't want to skip.
FREE BEACH ENTRY
Tobacco Bay Beach Club
A sheltered snorkeling cove just outside town. Beach access is free; Tobacco Bay VIP Adult and VIP Couples include a lounger under a shared umbrella, lunch, a 4-hour drinks package and snorkel gear. Arrive early to secure a spot!
GETTING AROUND
Getting Around from Dockyard
Walk
Snorkel Park, the Dockyard shops, restaurants and museum are all within walking distance of King's Wharf.
Orange Route ferry to St. George's
A direct public ferry from Dockyard, Monday to Saturday in summer. No Sunday service is listed.
Ferries to Hamilton
Public ferries also link Dockyard with the City of Hamilton. Transportation passes cover both ferries and buses.
Taxis and buses
Taxis at Dockyard are the backup for Sundays or after the last ferry. There's no direct bus to St. George's.
Orange Route ferry - 2026 summer timetable - check for 2027 updates
Leaves Dockyard
9:30am · 11:30am · 3pm, plus 5pm Mon/Wed/Thu/Sat
Leaves St. George's
10:20am · 2pm · 4pm, plus 6pm Mon/Wed/Thu/Sat
Sundays
No Orange Route service listed
Source: Department of Marine and Ports Services, marineandports.bm - always check directly for the latest ferry schedule.
BACK ON TIME
All-Aboard: How to Get Back on Time
All-aboard, not departure
NCL sets all-aboard earlier than the departure time and publishes it in the Freestyle Daily app and your daily planner.
Plan from the last ferry
Check the time of the last ferry from St. George's before you go, and plan to be back at Dockyard well before all-aboard. A taxi is your backup.
Keep departure day local
On your last day, stay in Dockyard and spend the morning at Snorkel Park, steps from the ship.
Set an alarm
Set a phone alarm for when you need to leave the beach, and keep your cruise card and ID with you.
Your Bermuda experience starts at the gangway.
Snorkel Park Beach Club is steps from the Royal Naval Dockyard. Book ahead for busy ship days.
FAQ
Norwegian Cruise Line in Bermuda
Know Before You Go!
Where do Norwegian Cruise Line ships dock in Bermuda?
NCL ships dock at King's Wharf in the Royal Naval Dockyard, at Bermuda's West End. A few calls use the neighboring Heritage Wharf, also in Dockyard. Snorkel Park Beach Club is steps away from the Dockyard. Check your ship's app to see which pier your call uses.
How long does Norwegian Cruise Line stay in Bermuda?
Most NCL ships stay a day and a half to two days, including an overnight. Your ship's app has exact times.
How far is Snorkel Park from the Norwegian cruise ship?
Snorkel Park Beach Club is steps away from King's Wharf and Heritage Wharf, close enough to walk from the gangway in under five minutes.
Can I get to Tobacco Bay from the Royal Naval Dockyard?
Yes. The ferry to St. George's takes under an hour and runs in summer, roughly April to early November, but not on Sundays. Check the official timetable for the day you're in port.
What is there to do in the evening on an overnight in Bermuda?
Dockyard offers the Sunset Bonfire and Night Lounge at Snorkel Park Beach Club, waterfront dining at local pubs and restaurants, and evening harbor views right by the ship.
Can kids go to Snorkel Park?
Yes. Snorkel Park Beach Club welcomes families with calm, shallow waters, white sand, and beach amenities suited for children during daytime hours.
When do I need to be back on the ship?
All-aboard times are usually set 30 to 60 minutes before departure on your final port day. Always check your daily ship newsletter and the ship's clock before heading ashore.
Do I need to book Snorkel Park in advance?
While general admission can be purchased on arrival, booking packages in advance (such as loungers, umbrellas, and cabanas) guarantees your spot on busy multi-ship port days.
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