Carnival Mardi Gras

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! So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras® we aren't just paying homage to our first ship — in cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. This ship introduces Zones — six themed areas packed with brand-new experiences for eating, drinking and spectacularly getting down to fun. There's BOLT®, the first-ever rollercoaster at sea, Emeril's Bistro 1396™ from yes-that-Emeril, Family Feud™ Live for everybody... plus incredible new bars like The Brass Magnolia and Fortune Teller. Everybody can enjoy Mardi Gras, sailing now. Come on down!

Specifications
  • Size mega
  • Style Resort
  • Type ocean
  • Year of launch 2021
  • Gross tonnage 180800t
  • Length 344.0m
  • Width 42.0m
  • Speed 23kts
  • Decks 18
  • Language English (American)
  • Currency US Dollar ($)
  • No. of passengers 6619
  • No. of crew 1745
  • No. of cabins 2641
  • -wheelchair access 26
Unique Features
Carnival Cruise Line Mardi Gras BOLT Lifestyle ©Amanda Fordyce.jpg

BOLT: The Ultimate Sea Coaster

Aboard Mardi Gras® you’ll meet BOLT®: the fastest — and first! — rollercoaster at sea. Strap in and zoom your motorcycle-style speed machine around an open-air course high, high above sea level. You know how on most rollercoasters... actually, never mind. Forget other coasters because this all-electric thrill ride puts you in the driver’s seat. That means you actually get to control how fast you go, so hit the gas and try for the fastest time, go for the biggest thrill — plus some amazing 360° ocean views! And for the folks who choose to chill: go light on the pedal, and this just might be the coaster for you!

Facilities
Family friendly
Children's facilities available
Smoking in designated areas only
Nursery available
Accommodation

INSPIRED BY COMFORT ITSELF
Mardi Gras’ staterooms are major innovations in the field of helping you get ready for fun, or relaxing after a long day. (No joke — we studied it!)

STATEROOM DESIGN
Design is more than just the way things look — it's as much about how they work. And staterooms aboard Mardi Gras® are packed with innovative changes to both. It's the way the ring-lit vanity mirror lights you evenly and shadow-free as you get ready. How the ottoman cushion flips over to serve as an extra table. And even those reading lights, recessed into the wall so you can read in bed without waking anyone! These details are really more than just details. Better comfort, lighting and storage all spring from a deep understanding we've developed around how people actually use their staterooms… and how small changes to the room add up to make the experience that much better. (Enough USB charging ports for everybody’s stuff? Oh yes!) Thoughtful, guest-centric design is how we do it… and all this in-room convenience comes paired with a fresh new look.

Decks
Dining

Inspired by both mmm & yum!

Whether it’s casual munching or sit-down elegance you’re hungry for, we can’t wait to share all this dining variety with you.

Entertainment

Inspired by all the best stuff.

Mardi Gras® is full of fun new ways to spend your time, but definitely isn’t leaving the fan favorites ashore.

Health and fitness
Kids and Teens
Enrichment

Carnival onboard enrichment facilities include an Art Gallery and dance classes.