This is where family adventure trips become something bigger. Royal Caribbean delivers vacations built around nonstop excitement — with more cruise activities onboard than anywhere else included at no extra cost. From the largest waterpark at sea — with record-breaking cruise ship water slide thrills — to FlowRider® surf simulators, RipCord® by iFLY® skydiving, and so much more.
Looking for the cruise ship with the most activities? Royal Caribbean's award-winning fleet is packed with unforgettable cruise activities, from record-breaking waterslides and FlowRider® surf simulators to bumper cars, ice skating, zip lines, rock climbing and extreme thrills like Crown's Edge℠ and the Ultimate Abyss℠. Compare ship classes below to find the adventure vacation that's right for your family.
From Category 6 – the largest waterpark at sea – to the longest water coaster and the first boomerang and funnel raft slides at sea, Royal Caribbean delivers the most innovative cruise ship water slide experiences in the world. Whether you're chasing record-breaking drops, gravity-defying climbs or family-friendly thrills, these waterslides raise the bar for adventure vacations at sea, with every slide included at no extra cost.
When it comes to exotic island sights, the southern Caribbean never disappoints. Discover some of its top-rated isles — like laid-back Aruba and Curaçao, culture-rich St. Maarten and spellbinding St. Lucia — on seven-night adventures from Barbados onboard Grandeur of the Seas®.
Itinerary:
• Bridgetown, Barbados
• Cruising
• Oranjestad, Aruba
• Willemstad, Curacao
• Cruising
• Philipsburg, St. Marteen
• Castries, St. Lucia
• Bridgetown, Barbados
Family Favorite
Brace yourself for six record-breaking slides at Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea. Take on freefall plunges, race headfirst across the finish line, twist through high-speed turns or gather your crew for epic family raft rides—all included on Icon Class ships at no extra cost.
Looking for the most extreme cruise activities at sea? Royal Caribbean is home to bucket-list adventures you won't find anywhere else, from surfing and skydiving to the tallest dry slide at sea and zip lines soaring high above the ship. Most of these thrills are included in your cruise fare at no extra cost, making every family adventure trip bigger, bolder and more unforgettable.
When it comes to exotic island sights, the southern Caribbean never disappoints. Discover some of its top-rated isles — like laid-back Aruba and Curaçao, culture-rich St. Maarten and spellbinding St. Lucia — on seven-night adventures from Barbados onboard Grandeur of the Seas®.
Itinerary:
• Bridgetown, Barbados
• Cruising
• Oranjestad, Aruba
• Willemstad, Curacao
• Cruising
• Philipsburg, St. Marteen
• Castries, St. Lucia
• Bridgetown, Barbados
Step onto the Crown’s Edge, a fear-inducing challenge that’s part skywalk, part obstacle course, part thrill ride and an all-out test of your courage. At any moment, the floor beneath your feet could collapse and leave you dangling 154 feet over the ocean. It's a one-of-a-kind adventure found only on Icon Class ships.
The best cruise activities bring the whole family together. Race bumper cars, battle it out in laser tag, scale a rock-climbing wall high above the ocean or lace up for ice skating at sea. Royal Caribbean brings together an unmatched collection of family favorites that keep everyone playing, exploring and coming back for more.
When it comes to exotic island sights, the southern Caribbean never disappoints. Discover some of its top-rated isles — like laid-back Aruba and Curaçao, culture-rich St. Maarten and spellbinding St. Lucia — on seven-night adventures from Barbados onboard Grandeur of the Seas®.
Itinerary:
• Bridgetown, Barbados
• Cruising
• Oranjestad, Aruba
• Willemstad, Curacao
• Cruising
• Philipsburg, St. Marteen
• Castries, St. Lucia
• Bridgetown, Barbados
Splashaway Bay℠ is the ultimate aqua park for younger thrill-seekers. Packed with waterslides, water cannons, fountains, pools and the signature drench bucket, it's designed for hours of family fun and nonstop play at sea — all included in your cruise fare.
The best adventure vacations keep the adrenaline going from ship to shore. Royal Caribbean combines the most cruise activities at sea with bucket-list destinations, giving families more ways to slide, surf, soar and explore on a single vacation. From Thrill Waterpark at Perfect Day CocoCay to the Caribbean, Alaska and beyond, every destination brings a new adventure.
Royal Caribbean is home to the most cruise activities at sea. Find answers to common questions about cruise ship activities, what's included in your fare and how to choose the best family adventure trip.
Most of Royal Caribbean's most popular thrills are included in your cruise fare at no extra cost. Select experiences are available for an additional charge, offering even more ways to take your adventure vacation to the next level.
Included Thrills
Additional Cost Thrills
Note: Activities and pricing vary by ship and destination. Check your ship's details before sailing to see which thrills are available on your itinerary.
Icon Class, Oasis Class and Quantum Class ships offer the most cruise activities at sea. Depending on the ship, guests can experience everything from waterslides, FlowRider® and zip lines to bumper cars, skydiving simulators, ice skating and Crown's Edge℠, making them top choices for adventure vacations.
Navigator of the Seas® is home to The Blaster®, the longest water slide at sea. This action-packed ride uses powerful water jets to propel guests uphill through more than 800 feet of twists, drops and splash-filled turns.
Many Royal Caribbean activities have minimum height, age or safety requirements that vary by attraction. Requirements apply to waterslides, FlowRider®, RipCord® by iFLY®, zip lines and other experiences. Guests can find specific guidelines onboard or before sailing via the Royal App.