Overview
Carnival Tropicale will be the fifth and final Excel-class cruise ship, scheduled for delivery in 2028. As sister to Mardi Gras, Celebration, Jubilee, and Festivale, she will feature LNG propulsion, the BOLT roller coaster, and approximately 182,800 GT of innovative cruise experiences.
Like her Excel-class siblings, Tropicale will be built at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland and is expected to feature six themed zones, celebrity chef dining partnerships, and state-of-the-art entertainment venues. Her homeport and specific itineraries have not yet been announced.
Preview Information
This page contains expected specifications based on the Excel-class platform. Final details including homeport, specific features, and deck layouts will be announced closer to the ship's delivery date. Always verify with Carnival Cruise Line for the latest information.
Dining on Carnival Tropicale
Like her Excel-class sisters, Carnival Tropicale is expected to feature over 20 dining venues including celebrity chef restaurants from Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse, and Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken, alongside the main dining room, Lido Marketplace, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, and premium steakhouse options.
Final restaurant lineup and menus will be confirmed closer to the ship's 2028 debut.
Expected Specifications
Builder: Meyer Turku, Finland (expected)
Class: Excel-class (5th of 5)
Propulsion: LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)
Homeport: To be announced
Excel-Class Sister Ships
The Excel-class represents Carnival's largest and most innovative ships at 180,000+ GT with LNG propulsion:
Expected Features
Based on the Excel-class platform, Carnival Tropicale is expected to include:
Dining (Expected)
Features (Expected)
Expected Timeline
Ship order confirmed as part of Carnival Corporation's Excel-class expansion. Named "Carnival Tropicale" following Carnival's tradition of reviving classic ship names.
Expected: Steel cutting and construction at Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland.
Expected: Delivery and inaugural season. Homeport and itineraries to be announced.
From the Logbook
Logbook entries will be available after the ship enters service.
Carnival Tropicale Videos
Construction updates and preview content for Carnival Tropicale.
Carnival Tropicale Deck Plans
Deck plans will be available closer to the ship's 2028 delivery date.
Ship Status
Carnival Tropicale is currently under order for 2028 delivery. Live tracking will be available after the ship enters service.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carnival Tropicale
When will Carnival Tropicale launch?
Carnival Tropicale is expected to be delivered in 2028. She will be the 5th and final Excel-class ship in the current order, following Mardi Gras (2021), Celebration (2022), Jubilee (2023), and Festivale (2027).
What class is Carnival Tropicale?
Carnival Tropicale will be an Excel-class ship, Carnival's largest class at approximately 182,800 GT. The Excel-class features LNG propulsion, BOLT roller coaster, six themed zones, and celebrity chef restaurants.
Where will Carnival Tropicale be built?
Carnival Tropicale will be built at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the same yard that constructed sister ships Mardi Gras, Celebration, Jubilee, and Festivale.
What features will Carnival Tropicale have?
Based on the Excel-class platform, Carnival Tropicale is expected to feature BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster, six themed zones, LNG propulsion, celebrity chef restaurants (Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse, Shaquille O'Neal), and approximately 5,400 guest capacity.
Can I book Carnival Tropicale now?
Bookings for Carnival Tropicale are not yet available. Carnival typically opens bookings 18-24 months before a new ship's debut. Check Carnival.com for updates on when bookings will open.