CRUISE NEWS

 

Jan 29
Clothing Optional Excursions for Bare Necessities:

These excursions will not be listed as “Nude” on Carnival’s website. You will have to refer to our list below to determine which excursions will be made “nude or topless”. These were also sent with your booking numbers.

*** VIP La Casa Beach Retreat (in Cozumel) is NO longer being offered as a “Clothing Optional” excursion. It will still be available for purchase onboard, however it is no longer exclusive for Bare Necessities guests and Bathing Suits are Required. This was the decision of the Resort manager and neither Bare Necessities or Carnival have any control over the decision. Passion Island is still available and has become a passenger favorite !

Jan 28, 2020: Booking Numbers for the upcoming Big Nude Boat 2020 have been sent as of Jan 27, 2020!

If you don’t see the email in your Inbox, check your Spam folder. Subject line “Carnival Legend Booking Number.”

If you did not receive our email with your booking number, please call us at 1 800 743 0405 / 512 499 0405. We are available Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm central.

VIP La Casa Beach Retreat will be available for purchase onboard at the Carnival Shore Excursion desk.

COSTA MAYA

La Bamba Beach Club Getaway with Open Bar & Lunch $75.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastline enroute to La Bamba Beach Club, a private and secluded location with endless sandy beaches, salt water pools and lush vegetation.  Upon arrival your host will brief you on the available activities, the National Open Bar and lunch onsite.

• Roundtrip transportation.
• Open Bar includes Tequila, Vodka, Beer, Cocktails, & Soft Drinks.
• Alcohol Policy: The staff is authorized to cancel the open bar to any guest that does not follows the safety regulations, who disturbs other guests or if his or her alcohol tolerance is compromised.
• One Sitting Buffet includes Grilled Chicken, Grilled Flank Steak, Grilled Mexican Style Fish, vegetables, chips, tortillas, and seasonal fruit.
• Sun chairs & shaded areas, live music, kayaks (upon availability), hammocks, volleyball court.
• Bring towel, sunblock, and bug spray as there are no shops onsite.
• You may be nude once at resort.

Special Note: Guests will be wearing a bracelet that identifies them as part of the excursion. The beach is not divided as it is a public beach. Outsiders will be able to swim or walk on the adjacent beach area in front of their property only.

MAHOGANY BAY

Paya Bay Naturist Resort with Lunch $149.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Enjoy a scenic island tour enroute to Paya Bay Nudist Resort where you’ll be greeted with a refreshing tropical fruit beverage to start your day of relaxation. Enjoy unlimited access to the resort facilities as well as lunch onsite.

• Roundtrip transportation
• Tour Guide
• 1 non-alcoholic beverage with lunch. Additional drinks will be available for purchase.
• Welcome fruit punch, bean & salsa dip with tortilla chips, small garden salad, shrimp or fish with two sides.
• Beach showers, access to hotel facilities with full nudity allowed and guided sightseeing enroute.
• Nudity only allowed once at resort.                                                    

Turquoise Bay Resort with Lunch $89.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Enjoy a scenic island tour enroute to Turquoise Bay Resort where you’ll be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink to start your day of relaxation. You will have the choice to soak in the sun and relax at the beach or at the swimming pool. If you prefer a bit of shade, you can choose the thatched-roofed palapas and hammocks or under the coconut trees along the side of the beach also. Enjoy music playing to put a little rhythm to your day as well as lunch onsite.

• Roundtrip transportation.
• Guide, Welcome fruit punch.
• One hour snack bar containing nachos with chili con carne and fresh fruit.
• Two hour buffet containing rice & beans, plantains, fish fingers, chicken in coconut sauce and green salad. There will also be a grill station containing hamburgers and hot dogs with fries,
• One non-alcoholic beverage with lunch; additional alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
• Wi-Fi (In reception area only).
• Kayaks and Paddleboards are based on availability, Beach Chairs/Hammocks and Beach Volleyball.
• Other options like Massages, Snorkeling and Horseback riding may be available onsite for an additional fee.
• Nudity only allowed once at resort.

Boss Underwater Adventure $139.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Experience the ultimate thrill of a lifetime with your own underwater motor scooter. B.O.S.S., the Breathing Observation Submersible Scooter, is the most thrilling way to explore the aquatic world. No scuba diving experience necessary because you are the driver!

Your tour begins as you board our tour bus for a scenic drive to Ocean Connections’ dive facility, located in Roatan’s vibrant West End. There you will board a 52-foot custom-built power catamaran for a cruise out to one of the most magnificent reefs in the world.

Featured on the Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and the Today Show, BOSS is designed to allow you to breathe normally while you drive underwater and experience the undersea world. Dive instructors and certified dive masters will guide you along the way, pointing out the abundant aquatic life and other wonders of the Caribbean Sea. If you choose, you can also snorkel or simply relax on the boat and soak up the Caribbean sun.

Complimentary snorkeling equipment is provided, as are snacks and beverages.

• The maximum weight for this tour is 350 lbs.
• Pregnant women, guests with head, neck or back issues should not participate.
• Medical restrictions do apply, and all guests will be required to complete and sign a medical waiver before participating in this tour.
• Please consult the diving policy by clicking on the link below before booking: http://www.carnival.com/legal/shore-excursions-terms.aspx
• Once on board the boat and away from land, you may undress. No bathing suit required for the active portion of the excursion.

Relax on the Beach Package $64.99 – Clothing Optional

You and a guest can enjoy your day at Mahogany Beach with this 3-in-1 package. Take unlimited rides on the Magical Flying Beach Chair which provides roundtrip transfer between the Mahogany Bay Cruise Center and Mahogany Beach. Once at the beach, you can enjoy your own shady spot with a Clam Shell that covers up to two lounge chairs. This package also includes the use of two beach floats for you to relax while in the water.

• Package accommodates 2 guests. Meaning one ticket buys entrance for two.
• Minimum height requirement for chair lift is 32 inches
• Clothing required for the chair lift portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Relax on the Beach plus Snorkel package $69.99 – Clothing Optional

You and a guest can enjoy this special package which includes snorkeling gear, in addition to the amenities featured in the “Relax on the Beach Package”.

Get a bird’s eye view of the beach and the surrounding countryside with unlimited rides on the Magical Flying Beach Chair which provides roundtrip transfer between the Mahogany Bay Cruise Center and Mahogany Beach. Once at the beach, you’ll have your own shady spot with a Clam Shell that covers up to two lounge chairs. Explore the crystal clear waters of Isla Roatan with your snorkeling gear and then relax on your very own beach float.

• Package accommodates 2 guests. Meaning one ticket buys entrance for two.
• Includes chair lift transfers, clam shell, two beach floats and snorkeling gear.
• Meaning one ticket buys entrance for two.
• Minimum height requirement for chair lift is 32 inches
• Clothing required for the chair lift portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Relax on the Beach plus Kayak package $69.99 – Clothing Optional

Adventure seekers will enjoy this upgraded “Relax on the Beach Package” which also includes kayaking. You and a guest will have unlimited roundtrip transfers on the Magical Flying Beach Chairs between the Mahogany Bay Cruise Center and Mahogany Beach, a clam shell to provide you shade on the beach, and two floats for relaxing in the water. Top off your day paddling a two-person sit-on-top kayak, for approximately 30 minutes, through the crystal clear waters of Roatan.

• Package accommodates 2 guests. Meaning one ticket buys entrance for two.
• Includes chair lift transfers, clam shell, two beach floats and kayaking.
• Minimum height requirement for chair lift is 32 inches
• Clothing required for the chair lift portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Ultimate Beach Package $74.99 – Clothing Optional

This fabulous package includes everything you and your guest need for fun in the sun at Mahogany Beach! Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride aboard the Magical Flying Beach Chair from the Mahogany Bay Cruise Center to Mahogany Beach. Board your two-person kayak and paddle, from shore, through the crystal blue waters. Then, go under the surface with your snorkeling gear to see the amazing marine life up close. After your underwater adventure, you can both relax on your beach float in the water or, under the shade of your own clam shell on shore.

• Package accommodates 2 guests. Meaning one ticket buys entrance for two.
• Includes chair lift transfers, clam shell, two beach floats, snorkeling gear and kayaking.
• Minimum height requirement for chair lift is 32 inches
• Clothing required for the chair lift portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Beach Cabana Rental $339.99 – Clothing Optional

Relax in the comfort of your own private beach cabana during your stay in Roatan.

On this excursion you will you’ll take a 5-minute chairlift ride on the Magical Flying Beach Chair from the Cruise Center directly to Mahogany Beach. From the comfort of your cabana, you can take in the beautiful view of the ocean. Your air conditioned cabana accommodates up to four guests and includes the use of a semi-private beach area. It features two lounge chairs, a hammock, shared community beach furnishings, floats and waiter service.

• The rental rate is per cabana.  Only one guest need purchase the reservation for the group (maximum 4 guests).
• Chairlift tickets are included.
• Clothing required for the chair lift portion of the excursion; you may be nude on the beach.

Beach Horseback Ride & Swim $94.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Take an off road trail ride into the Caribbean Sea on your beautiful horse. Take a short drive to the beach where your hostess greets and briefs you on the facilities and safety. These are sturdy, good-natured animals with a steady gait. Familiar with the route, these horses will immediately put you at ease. The ride begins on an off-road trail from which the beautiful blue Caribbean Sea comes into view. When you reach the end of the trail, ride your horse right into the waters of the Caribbean Sea. The horses love a refreshing dip in the sea and you will love the thrill of the experience.  After the horseback riding, enjoy two hours of relaxing on a lounge chair and experience one of the best (and private) Caribbean beaches on the island.  A variety of drinks and food are available for additional purchase.

• Maximum weight is 250 lbs.
• Riding time is approximately 40 minutes.
• Showers and changing facilities are available.
• Food and drinks are available at an additional cost.
• Pregnant women and guests with back/neck injuries are not permitted on this excursion.
• Closed-toe shoes are required. Helmets are mandatory.
• Cameras are not allowed during the activity for safety reasons.
• Water shoes are available for rent at the excursion site for USD $3.00 per pair.
• Clothing required for the active portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Jungle ATV Adventure & Beach Escape $104.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Enjoy a half-day adventure off the beaten path and into the jungle on a powerful all-terrain vehicle (ATV) followed by free time on a private beach. Ride the fully automatic and easy to drive ATV along a winding jungle trail, across banana and cashew plantations climbing to a mountain top for an amazing ocean view. You will receive a safety briefing and gear before setting off with the guide along winding trails through forests and dense vegetation. Follow the expert guide for an exhilarating 45-minute ride through Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum, a “Tropical Eden” of 160 eco-friendly acres.  After the ATV ride, hop on a bus for a swim at one of Roatan´s finest beach spots. Relax in a beach chair, grab a kayak and go for a paddle. The water sports, restaurant and bar services can be purchased at an additional cost.

• A valid driver’s license.
• Helmets are provided and must be worn.
• Closed-toe shoes are required.
• Pregnant women and guests with back/neck problems or heart conditions should not select this tour.
• Clothes may get dirty.
• Bring towel.

Clothing required for the active portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Jolly Roger Catamaran Sailing & Snorkel with Lunch $94.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Jolly Roger Roatan Catamaran Sailing and Snorkeling with Lunch is your perfect shore excursion for Isla de Roatan!

We offer incredible value, with a free open bar, free digital photographs of your tour, and even free local Honduran currency to take home as a souvenir! Join us aboard one of our spacious catamarans for hours of fun in the sun as we cruise along the coast of this gorgeous island we call home. Once we reach our favorite snorkeling spot, we provide full snorkel gear for an easy and enjoyable adventure around Roatan’s coral reef. You’ll see lots of colorful coral, playful fish, and maybe even a sea turtle!

Our professional crew will guide you throughout your entire snorkel adventure for your comfort and safety. After snorkeling, enjoy an impressive buffet lunch of rotisserie chicken, rice, pasta salad, cabbage salad, and fresh fruit. Sit back with a cold drink or get the party started with dancing and fun!

Enjoy the cruise back to the dock as we set sail and enjoy paradise. Depending on weather conditions you may be returned by catamaran or bus.

• Please bring a towel and sun block.
• Maximum weight is 300 lbs.
• Snorkel gear is included.
• Guests will be divided into groups based on swimming/snorkeling ability.
• Clothing is optional once away from shore when the Captain makes the announcement.

COZUMEL
All Inclusive Passion Island $69.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Travel along the Cozumel coast to Isla Pasion, a beautiful picture perfect private island where white sandy beaches are surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters and you will enjoy a variety of activities, a domestic open bar serving both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages as well as a buffet lunch.

• Additional motorized/non-motorized water sports and cabanas are available to rent once on board the ship. For more information, please visit Carnival Adventures Desk!
• Guests may be nude upon arrival at the beach.

Travel by motorized catamaran along Cozumel’s coast to Isla Pasion, a beautiful picture perfect private island where white sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters meet. After boarding your catamaran, enjoy a scenic 45-minute cruise to Isla Pasion for a day of relaxation. Once on the island enjoy your day on your own Private Oasis, an exclusive grand cabana with ocean front view. For your comfort, you will find your cabana outfitted with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, dining area with table and chairs inside, television and music. Your package includes the services of a personal chef, bartender, and cabana Steward.

• The base rate shown is not “Per Person” as listed, but applicable for up to 12 guests.
• Only one guest need to purchase the reservation for the (up to) 12 guests.
• Guests may be nude upon arrival at the beach.

Off Road Jeep to Passion Island $105.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Private Oasis Villa $799.99 – Clothing Optional

Today’s adventure begins as you hop into your off-road 4×4 jeep. Buckle up and hit the road. Drive through the town of San Miguel towards the north hotel zone passing Sascaberas, limestone quarries/caves and ending at Bahia Ciega. Now switch gears from land to water as you board your boat for a quick transfer over to Isla Pasión. Once on the island, relax in a hammock, enjoy a Mexican Buffet and open bar, grab a kayak and glide on the calm clear water bays bordered by mangroves giving way to amazing views of flora and fauna or participate in one the many other activities awaiting you. No matter what you choose you’ll know this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean at its best!

• A valid driver license and closed toe shoes for the driver is required.
• All Jeeps are 4 guests per vehicle.
• All Jeeps are stick shift.
• We recommend the use of protective UV clothing and reef-friendly sunscreen to help protect the environment and reef systems. (Available in the Onboard Shops)
• Clothing required for the active portion of the excursion, but you may be nude on the beach.

Certified Two Tank Dive $94.99 per person – Clothing Optional

Cozumel is one of the most famous diving destinations due to being part of the Mesoamerican reef barrier and since 1996 has been declared a National Marine Park. The island offers you different dive sites and depth ranges depending your experience, from easy shallow (30ft) reefs to deep walls (90ft) and pinnacles. Once on the boat the crew will brief you about safety diving procedures overall and specific dive site briefing, chosen depending on weather conditions and group ability.

• Guests must present a valid C-Card in order to dive and have logged a dive within 18 months.
• All equipment is provided except for the wet-suit.
• Refer to the Tour Operator’s Diving Policy prior to booking.
• Guests must consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate.
• Clothing is optional once away from shore when the Captain makes the announcement OR you may choose to dive nude upon arrival to the dive stop.

Elite Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel $109.99 per person – TOPLESS ONLY

Feel like a celebrity on this Elite Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel excursion. This catamaran excursion is equipped with a high level of comfort in interior and exterior areas and caters to smaller groups for a more comfortable experience. Get ready to be greeted by the Captain and crew – who will be serving you champagne after your snorkeling session. You will also be provided personalized service throughout the entire trip. You will sail north through the crystal-clear waters of Caribbean Sea along the shores of Cozumel Island. Dive into the perfect snorkeling spot to see the underwater marvels of this island or take out one of our complementary paddle boards. For lunch you’ll enjoy seasonal fruit, chicken, pasta salad, Mexican salsa, guacamole and chips accompanied by our international open bar.

Sit back and enjoy the scenery once more as you begin your return back to the pier.

• Lunch is included.
• All snorkel equipment is provided.
• Guests are recommended to wear a bathing suit under their clothing, comfortable footwear and flip flops.
• Bathing suit bottoms required for the entire excursion.
• Bring biodegradable sunscreen, sunglasses, towel, camera and extra money.
• Max weight is 250lbs.
• Bathing suit bottoms required for the entire excursion.

 

Bare Fest Events:

• • • Bare Ware – on embarkation day wear your favorite BNT&T cruise t-shirt or nudist resort t-shirt
    • Barely Formal Night – aka Captain’s Night – dress up or down – it’s your cruise & you choose
    • Mardi Gras – celebrate Fat Tuesday with a “Great Legends of the World” themed parade and Costume Contest with prizes
    • Black and White Pearl Gala – celebrating 30 years of bare cruising with the pearl anniversary – black & white attire in the main dining room, but black & white pearls are the only attire required for our deck dance party that evening
    • Leap Year – enjoy your bonus day this year relaxing at sea with Bare Necessities

Classes & Entertainment:

• • • Crafty Cruisers – create black & white pearl necklaces & bracelets compliments of Bare Necessities
    • Mindfulness – start your day with Donna & gain new insight into the health benefits of meditation
    • Photography – learn how to improve your iPhone & vacation photography with instructor Michael Cooney
    • Nudist Destinations in Europe – discover the best nudist resorts Europe has to offer with Christy Anne
    • DJ Xavier & Herman – dance the night away with this dynamic duo joining us from Cypress Cove resort

Coming in January:

• • • Booking Numbers – keep an eye on your email approximately 30 days prior to sailing for your Carnival Booking/Reservation number – instructions will be included on how to visit Carnival’s website and complete online check-in as well as view and purchase shore excursions
    • Nude Excursions – information about fabulous nude excursions to Passion Island in Cozumel, NEW La Bamba Beach Club in Costa Maya, & Paya Bay Resort in Mahogany Bay will be included with your booking numbers and posted here as well once the information is complete
    • VIFP Number – we will let you know how to get your VIFP (Very Important Fun Person) number included on the reservation – for more information about VIFP benefits please visit carnival.com

Reminders:

• • • Guide Book – Our Guide Book provides helpful information to help you in planning your trip – https://cruisebare.com/cruise/big-nude-boat-2020/?tab=guide-book
    • Passports – should be valid for 6 months from the date of your return – if it expires on or before September 1, 2020 consider renewing it now
    • Bathrobes – are provided to suite guests – you may consider packing your own robe as quantities are limited.
    • Carnival Cheers – the beverage package will now be available for purchase when you receive your booking number

Bare Excursions: – Information about nude excursions offered by Carnival will be emailed with your booking numbers. The nude beach excursions below are not to be missed!:

• • La Bamba Beach Break in Costa Maya – hop on a motor coach to a private beach made nude for our bare cruisers – lunch & open bar included – NEW!
  • Paya Bay Resort in Mahogany Bay – sample the natural beauty of this unique bare beach resort on the island of Roatan; lunch is included – maybe it will be your future Nakation destination!
  • Passion Island in Cozumel – enjoy a catamaran ride to a beautiful private island with lunch and open bar – truly a day in bare-adise!