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MARDI GRAS: FUN-FUELED VACATION INNOVATION POWERED BY LNG. When we launched our first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, we made cruising a lot less stuffy, a bit less fancy, the kind of fun everybody could enjoy. Nobody expected this ship to change the cruise world, but here we are! What’s unique about the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship? The Carnival Mardi Gras is a large XL Class ship with the capacity to hold over 6,500 people. The Mardi Gras has the first roller coaster on sea. It is called the BOLT and travels at speeds of over 40 miles per hour over the seas. It is now the second largest Carnival ship in it’s fleet. The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing February 22, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $829 ($119 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $704 ($101 per night) , this represents a recent increase of 18% . The Mardi Gras is a beautiful ship, clean, smooth riding has a lot of venues to entertain all ages. Cabins are smaller than other cruise lines but comfortable and they have good storage. Carnival Mardi Gras sails on both Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Port Canaveral, offering a variety of island experiences. Eastern Caribbean cruises typically visit popular destinations like Nassau or Grand Turk in the Bahamas, the historic city of San Juan , Puerto Rico, and Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic. The Mardi Gras cruise ship is a floating paradise, offering travelers the chance to explore the seas in luxury. The ship was built by Carnival Cruise Line and launched in February 2020. It cost an estimated $1.5 billion to construct and is one of the most expensive cruise ships ever built. The reincarnation of the original Carnival ship, Mardi Gras set sail starting in 2020 to bring the experiences never seen on the seas. Browse Mardi Gras cruise itineraries for 2025 and 2026 sailing dates, sailing calendars and rates Carnival pays homage to the line's very first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, with the innovative Carnival Mardi Gras! Named for the original ship that took Carnival to the seas, Carnival Mardi Gras is an XL-Class ship that accommodates over 6,500 passengers. This ship boasts the very first roller coaster at sea, named BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster. Find Mardi Gras Cruise Ship Information and Rates on iCruise.com. Book Carnival Cruises Mardi Gras online or call 1-800-427-8473 - iCruise.com Carnival's newest ship to their new XL-class, Mardi Gras® is the greenest cruise ship in North America, the first to be powered by clean-burning liquefied natural gas (or “LNG”). This ship introduces Zones — six themed areas packed with brand-new experiences for eating, drinking and spectacularly getting down to fun. The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing March 1, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $884 ($127 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $765 ($110 per night) , this represents a recent increase of 16% . Mardi Gras 2025 Cruise promises an unforgettable experience. This guide delves into the planning and execution of a Mardi Gras cruise, exploring various cruise lines, itineraries, onboard festivities, and crucial cost considerations. What is the cost to build a cruise ship? Compare the building cost (and per berth) of all the world's largest cruise passenger liners Carnival Mardi Gras: 2020: The Mardi Gras is 40% larger, and has more dining options if you like options. It also has a more upscale look/feel to it. The rooms on Mardi Gras are nice,looking, but the Magic's rooms are a bit bigger. If you want the latest and greatest, Mardi Gras is the way to go. If you want tried and true, Magic is a safe bet. Find Carnival Mardi Gras Cruises: Find and plan your next Carnival Mardi Gras cruise with Cruise Critic's Cruise Finder Tool A sample car at the entrance to the Bolt Sea Coaster, the first roller coaster on a cruise ship, found on Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras (Photo by Ashley Kosciolek/The Points Guy) Things to know before you ride. You must be at least 52 inches (4 feet, 4 inches) tall and weigh less than 300 pounds in order to ride Bolt. Carnival's newest ship to their new XL-class, Mardi Gras® is the greenest cruise ship in North America, the first to be powered by clean-burning liquefied natural gas (or “LNG”). This ship introduces Zones — six themed areas packed with brand-new experiences for eating, drinking and spectacularly getting down to fun. The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing January 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $699 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $626 ($90 per night) , this represents a recent increase of 12% . Why Choose: Mardi Gras’ Excel Presidential Suites are the largest suites you’ll find on any Carnival cruise ship. These luxurious suites feature huge balconies with an outdoor hot tub and shower, a day bed, loungers, an outdoor dining table and enough space for your to invite all of your friends over for a party. The reincarnation of the original Carnival ship, Mardi Gras set sail starting in 2020 to bring the experiences never seen on the seas. Browse Mardi Gras cruise itineraries for 2025 and 2026 sailing dates, sailing calendars and rates
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