Hands Down, This Is the Most CONFUSING Part of Disney's Private Island

We LOVE sailing with the Disney Cruise Line, but there’s still one aspect of the voyage that can be kind of confusing.

Disney’s Private Island Castaway Cay

Disney’s Castaway Cay is a private island in The Bahamas owned by Disney that serves as an exclusive port for the Disney Cruise Line. Castaway Cay is rich with clear-blue waters ideal for swimming, boasts plenty of fun activities for the whole family, and is home to the adult-exclusive Serenity Bay, a tropical oasis reserved for guests 18 years of age and older. Featuring dedicated dining and private cabanas, this spot is a popular getaway area for adults and parents looking for some quiet and relaxing alone time away from the kiddos. However, getting to Serenity Bay can be a little complicated.

Castaway Cay utilizes a tram system to navigate the island and there are four tram stops in total. On paper, it’s pretty straightforward, but those who have experienced Castaway Cay know it’s not that simple, especially if your destination is Serenity Bay.

Castaway Cay tram stop

If you plan on getting on a tram and taking it all the way to Serenity Bay, you’ll be sorely disappointed.

Serenity Bay sign

To get to Serenity Bay via tram, you actually have to get off at the stop at Pelican Point. From there, you’ll then wait for a specific tram with a sign that reads Serenity Bay.

Adult-only beach at Castaway Cay

You’ll still experience four stops with this free tram, but definitely be advised that this specific transfer is necessary to reach Serenity Bay. This transfer is often confusing for guests and this tip is super helpful to know before your visit. We’ve been confused about it in the past and now that it’s all cleared up, we want you to know about it so you can make the most out of your time at Castaway Cay!

Relax on a beach!

Castaway Cay offers visitors premium family leisure, including sprawling beaches, lagoons teeming with sea life, water play areas, walking trails, open-air BBQ dining locations serving complimentary meals, gift shops, and even appearances by popular Disney characters!

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Some fun activities on the island in addition to Serenity Bay include Castaway Family Beach, the Snorkeling Lagoon, the twisting water slides of Pelican Plunge, Teen Hideout, the In Da Shade Game Pavilion, the Sports Beach, boat and water sport rentals, and more Disney fun!

Pelican Plunge

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