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Coco Cay Overview
Coco Cay Beaches and Other Areas Coco Cay Bars and Dining Coco Cay Shopping and Other Attractions |
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CRUISING TO THE BAHAMAS:
COCO CAY Beaches and Other Areas |
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Coco Cay used to be just about beaches. However, with the redevelopment, it has been is divided into a number of discrete areas, some of which contain beaches and some of which offer other attractions. Most of these are complimentary but some are subject to an admissions charge.
Chill Island
The Chill Island area incorporates much of what was the Coco Cay resort prior to the redevelopment. It wraps around the eastern end of the island. You get there by turning left when you leave the pier, going over a bridge that spans the Harbor Inlet.
This area contains three distinct beaches. Prior to the redevelopment, each of these beaches had its own name but those names no longer appear to be in use. The closest beach after you cross the bridge used to be called Snorkel Beach. A white sand beach with numerous sun loungers, it looks across the narrow channel to Great Stirrup Cay. |
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Adjacent to Snorkel Beach is what used to be called Water Sports Beach. As the name suggests, kayaks, paddle boats and other water sports equipment can be rented and used here.
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At the southeast corner of the island is what used to be called Coco Nut Willie's Beach. Located off shore is the Floating Bar.
In addition to the beaches, Chill Island has dining areas, bars, shops and sports facilities. |
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Thrill Waterpark
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If you take the path that diverts to the right after leaving the pier, you come to the Thrill Waterpark. This area contains an array of amusement park attractions.
The one that immediately catches the eye is the Devil's Tower. It contains the tallest waterslide in North America (the "Devil's Peak") at 135 ft. It also has seven other single rider waterslides, racing slides and drop slides. Another attraction is the largest wave pool in the Caribbean. (Note: Coco Cay is not actually in the Caribbean but it is in the general island-vacation area that many people think of as the Caribbean). For those looking for more action, the Thrill Waterpark has the Adventure Pool, which is an obstacle course with such things as a rock climbing wall and swing ropes. |
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Harbor Beach
Prior to the redevelopment, tenders ferrying passengers ashore would enter an inlet where the tender station was located. Of course, now that there is a pier, there is no need for tenders or a tender station. Therefore, the inlet was redeveloped and expanded into another beach area.
In the middle of the inlet is a fountain. Overlooking the inlet are the Skipper's Grill dining venue and Captain Jack's bar. |
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Oasis Lagoon
Immediately behind Harbor Beach is the Oasis Lagoon area.
The central feature of this area is the largest fresh-water pool in the Caribbean vacation area. It has several sections ("coves") as well as islands, which makes it more interesting and attractive than a traditional pool. On the southern side of the pool is a swim-up bar. Around the pool is a variety of beach furniture. These include cabanas that can be rented for an additional charge. |
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South Beach
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(This area was not open during our visit). Although it shares the name with the famous South Beach in Miami Beach, this area has no art galleries or trendy fashion shops. Rather, it is called South Beach because it is on the south side of the island. In addition to having a rather pretty beach, this area will have various sports facilities for games such as basketball, volleyball and soccer as well as a Snack Shack dining venue and the Sandtrap Bar.
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Coco Beach Club
(This area was not open during our visit). Coco Cay has always had premium facilities for guests wishing to pay for a luxury experience. However, with the redevelopment Royal plans to go beyond its previous offerings.
Located on the south side of the island, the standout feature here will be a series of cabanas built over the water. These are connected to the shore by walkways. Guests who rent one of the cabanas have complimentary access to the Grille at Coco Beach Club, which features Mediterranean cuisine.
Located on the south side of the island, the standout feature here will be a series of cabanas built over the water. These are connected to the shore by walkways. Guests who rent one of the cabanas have complimentary access to the Grille at Coco Beach Club, which features Mediterranean cuisine.
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For more about cruising to Coco Cay:
Click here for an overview of Coco Cay Click here for Coco Cay bars and dining Click here for Coco Cay shopping and other attractions |
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Cruise destination - Coco Cay, The Bahamas - Coco Cay Beaches