How much is the balloon ride at CocoCay?

Up, Up and Away is one of several activities offered on Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. When the attraction was open, guests paid $39 to $99 per person to ride, depending on the season.



On Royal Caribbean's private island, "Perfect Day at CocoCay," the Up, Up and Away helium balloon ride typically costs between $39 and $99 per person, depending on the season and the specific sailing. In 2026, the pricing is "dynamic," meaning it is often cheaper to book through your "Cruise Planner" app several weeks before your cruise than to wait until you are on the island. The ride takes you approximately 450 feet (137 meters) into the air, offering the highest vantage point in the Bahamas and panoramic views of the turquoise waters and the ship at the pier. Each flight lasts about 10 minutes. It is important to know that the balloon is highly sensitive to wind conditions; if the wind exceeds 20 mph, the ride will be cancelled for safety, and you will receive a full refund to your onboard account. For those looking for the best photos, the "morning" flights are generally recommended as the winds tend to be calmer and the light is perfect for capturing the vibrant colors of the "Thrill Waterpark" and the surrounding coral reefs.

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Tourism. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., which owns Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, assumed the lease of the island upon acquisition of Admiral Cruises in 1988. In 2019, the island was extensively renovated by Royal Caribbean at the cost of $250 million and renamed Perfect Day at CocoCay.

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Adrenaline seekers will find an upcharge for Thrill Waterpark, the Zipline and CocoCay's Up, Up and Away balloon ride. Shore excursions such as kayaking, parasailing or swimming with pigs will also incur a charge. Beach rentals of snorkel equipment or floating mats are available onsite at CocoCay for a surcharge.

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Absolutely! Beach chairs and umbrellas are complimentary to all of our guests and can be found throughout the island. Complimentary beach towels are available onboard your ship, can be brought onto the island, and exchanged throughout the day as desired at three towel exchange stations.

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Average wait time for any of the slides was 60 minutes, and staff said the afternoon lines can be even worse. We waited 2 hours for Daredevils Peak.

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If you purchase a Royal Caribbean drink package for your cruise, you can use the drink package benefits while at Perfect Day at CocoCay. This means if you have the Deluxe Beverage Package, you can enjoy unlimited alcoholic beverages, along with bottled water, sodas and more.

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You'll need your SeaPass card to pay for things on the island. There's also an island market with local Bahamian crafts, where items can be charged with your SeaPass card (until 2:30 p.m.) and cash (USD) is always accepted.

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Private island paradise: Royal Caribbean invested $250 million in transforming its private island into an amenity-packed spot for cruise guests.

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There is no shortage of complimentary places to chill on Coco Cay! Beach chairs and umbrellas can be found throughout the island and are a great option if you want to try out different parts of the island throughout the day!

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Proper footwear Your shoes must have a closed toe area and be secured around the back of your foot as well. Sneakers or enclosed water shoes are great options.

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Prices for our Flights: $175 per person. $165 per person internet special. $90 child under 12 years of age.

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Drinking age in CocoCay (Royal Caribbean's private island) is 21. If you turn 21 during the trip, you may order bar beverages after verifying your age, on your birthday, at the Guest Services desk with your identification.

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Royal Caribbean cruisers don't need a passport to visit Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas since it is a “private” island. However, guests are required to follow their cruise itinerary.

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Coco Cay is 1.0 miles long and 200 yards wide and can be easily explored by walking. There are two trams that operate on the island to offer ride service to cruise guests. One tram provides service along the cruise pier to bring guests to and from the island and the ship.

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You'll also find complimentary freshwater showers, restrooms, and changing rooms available on the island. Are there beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas available at Perfect Day at CocoCay? Absolutely! Beach chairs and umbrellas are complimentary to all of our guests and can be found throughout the island.

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For private island stops, look for swim with pigs excursions from Perfect Day at CocoCay, the private island owned by Royal Caribbean and also now a stop on select Celebrity cruises. MSC has swim with pigs excursions available from their private Bahamas island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.

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The only people who live on CocoCay are Royal Caribbean employees, according to the cruise line. Here's what it's like to visit. As Royal Caribbean guests step onto the island, a band greets them with Caribbean tunes.

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Make your way through the different coves of Oasis Lagoon®, each with a vibe all its own. Splash right in at the kid-friendly sloping entry. Take your first sip of a cold Coco Loco at the swim-up bar before lounging on one of three swim-up islands.

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The cabanas also include unlimited bottled water, dining area, 4 lounge chairs, a sectional sofa, a minibar (included with purchase of a beverage package; otherwise available a la carte at an additional charge), a ceiling fan, lockable storage, snorkel gear, power outlets, and Bluetooth speakers so you can listen to ...

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