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Shore Excursions Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some FAQs regarding shore excursions that might help you.

Top 10 Shore Excursion FAQs
Are there any age restrictions to participate in shore excursions?
Can I cancel an online shore excursion order?
Can I purchase a shore excursion for the day I debark the ship?
Do I have to book a shore excursion through Carnival or can I go off on my own?
How do I book and/or receive information on Carnival shore excursions?
How do I make changes to shore excursion orders after the pre-sailing cut-off date?
What if the shore excursion I am interested in is sold out?
When will I receive my pre-paid shore excursion tickets?
Which shore excursions are recommended for physically challenged guests?
Will I miss meals if I go on shore excursions?
Carnival Shore Excursions vs. Third Party Shore Excursions
Does Carnival own the tour companies in the ports and is it responsible for what happens on the shore excursions?
Do I have to book a shore excursion through Carnival or can I go off on my own?
Children's Shore Excursions
Are there any age restrictions to participate in shore excursions?
Are there any children's prices for shore excursions?
Diving Requirements
Are there any special requirements to participate in a Beginner's Scuba Diving or Snuba excursion?
Are there any special requirements to participate in a Certified Dive excursion?
Golf Excursions
Can I rent golf equipment for a golf excursion?
Is professional golf instruction available onboard?
What is included in a golf excursion?
Shore Excursion Booking Cancellation Policies
Can I cancel an online shore excursion order?
What is the cancellation and refund policy in the event of bad weather or unexpected circumstances?
Shore Excursion Booking Process
How can I be sure if I am confirmed on the shore excursions I want?
How do I book and/or receive information on Carnival shore excursions?
What if I do not have a cruise booking number?
When can I book my shore excursions?
When will I receive my pre-paid shore excursion tickets?
Shore Excursion Order Modifications
How do I make changes to shore excursion orders after the pre-sailing cut-off date?
Will my shore excursion orders change automatically, if Carnival has to modify my sailing's itinerary due to unforseen circumstances?
Will my shore excursion orders change automatically, if I change my cruise booking to a different ship and/or sailing date?
Shore Excursion Preparations - What to Bring
Should I tip the tour guide?
What type of clothing should I wear on an excursion in a port?
Will I need to bring money on a shore excursion?
Shore Excursions Available for Booking
Can I take more than one shore excursion in each port of call?
What if the shore excursion I am interested in is sold out?
Why are some of the shore excursions I saw while browsing www.carnival.com unavailable for me to purchase?
Shore Excursions for Guests with Physical Challenges
Which shore excursions are recommended for physically challenged guests?
Shore Excursions Guest Service and Support
How can I receive technical support if I am having trouble with this website?
Where can I address questions regarding the operation of an excursion?
Who can I contact about my shore excursion order or payment?
Shore Excursions on Debarkation Day
Can I purchase a shore excursion for the day I debark the ship?
Special Requirements
Are there any requirements such as visas or inoculations when I visit certain ports?
Are there any special requirements to participate in a helicopter excursion?
Do I need to sign a waiver to participate in any of the shore excursions?
What to Expect if Going Ashore
Are the shore excursions guided?
Is it possible to go shopping and participate in an excursion while in port?
What type of ground transportation is used for shore excursions?
Will I miss meals if I go on shore excursions?
Will I miss the ship if I go on shore excursions?
Will I see all of the wildlife and scenic attractions described in each excursion's description?
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