Norwegian Pearl Sails From Miami for Bare Necessities’ 2026 Nude Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Pearl sailed from PortMiami on Feb. 9 for the 2026 edition of Bare Necessities’ Big Nude Cruise, a charter built around a clothing-optional environment at sea.

Organized by Texas-based Bare Necessities Tour & Travel, the voyage combines Southern Caribbean ports with stops in the Bahamas, including two visits to Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island.

Where the 2026 charter is scheduled to sail

The itinerary includes calls in the Southern Caribbean and the Bahamas before returning to Miami. Advertised stops include:

• Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
• Oranjestad, Aruba.
• Willemstad, Curaçao.
• Kralendijk, Bonaire.
• Two calls at Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, where Bare Necessities’ materials indicate guests will be permitted to be nude during the charter’s visits.

How clothing-optional rules work onboard

Bare Necessities markets the trip as clothing optional in much of the ship, while outlining specific exceptions tied to operations, dining, and public events. The company’s guidance says clothing is required in a number of settings, including:

• While the ship is docked in port, including for guests who stay onboard.
• On balconies when the ship is alongside in port, until the vessel departs and an announcement is made that guests may disrobe.
• During scheduled events such as the captain’s reception and introduction.
• In the main dining rooms and in specialty dining venues.

Dining rules vary by venue. Bare Necessities’ guidance allows clothing optional in self-service dining, while requiring clothing in the main dining rooms and in specialty restaurants. On the operator’s website FAQ for the Big Nude Boat cruise, it also notes that casual attire is permitted in dining rooms, but bathrobes are not allowed.

When the ship is at sea or anchored, guests can generally be nude unless the crew makes an announcement requiring otherwise, according to Bare Necessities’ in-port expectations.

Etiquette, hygiene, and privacy expectations

The charter includes etiquette rules aimed at hygiene and passenger comfort. Bare Necessities asks guests to sit on a towel whenever they are nude, wearing a thong or G-string, or otherwise bare-bottomed.

To support that policy, the operator says towels are made readily available, including fresh beach towels in staterooms and smaller towels placed around the ship outside common areas in case a guest arrives without one.

Privacy policies also feature prominently. Bare Necessities’ rules disallow photography or videography of other passengers without their consent and require guests to comply with designated no-photo zones. The operator also states that lingerie and fetish wear are not allowed onboard during the charter, and it positions the sailing as distinct from cruises marketed as “lifestyle” or swinger trips.

What Bare Necessities and AANR say the cruise is for

Bare Necessities says it has operated clothing-optional cruise charters for more than 35 years, describing the environment as one where some guests feel more at ease socially. The company writes that “people who are able to leave their clothing behind in a social setting are more able to be themselves, rather than who they think others would like them to be.”

The American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR), which has a long-standing partnership with Bare Necessities, frames the voyages as a way for nudists and naturists to travel in a setting where social nudity is accepted. AANR President Linda Weber said the cruises offer an experience beyond what many members can find at resorts or clubs on land, and she cautioned prospective passengers to review marketing carefully because some trips labeled as nude cruises are instead oriented toward “lifestyle” or swinger travel. Weber also emphasized that AANR does not endorse or promote sexual activity.

Weber said many passengers are trying social nude recreation for the first time, and she described the appeal as both the destination element and the chance to meet other naturists in a concentrated setting over a week or longer. “I have met so many people from all over the world,” Weber said. In a separate comment about how guests reflect on the experience, she added, “Staying in touch with fellow travelers, it is common to hear how life-changing the experience was.”

Weber also described a personal connection to the product, saying her husband discovered Bare Necessities’ cruises about a decade ago and that she has valued the chance to meet others who share her views around body positivity and inclusivity. “It’s really a chance to meet other naturists in one area and get to know them because you’re on the ship for a week, sometimes two,” Weber said. She and Bare Necessities also note that some guests book their next cruise while still onboard.

Pricing and another sailing on Norwegian Jewel

Published fares for Bare Necessities’ cruise product start at $2,000 per person based on double occupancy, with pricing varying by itinerary and accommodations.

For travelers looking beyond the current charter, Bare Necessities and AANR have pointed to a 2027 cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Jewel. The itinerary is set to include the Bahamas and Caribbean destinations such as Puerto Rico, Antigua, and St. Kitts and Nevis, along with additional ports.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Big Nude Cruise?

The Big Nude Cruise is a clothing-optional chartered sailing organized by Bare Necessities Tour & Travel, using a major cruise ship to create a clothing-optional environment for travelers who prefer nude recreation.

What destinations are scheduled for the 2026 Big Nude Cruise on Norwegian Pearl?

The itinerary includes Ocho Rios (Jamaica), Oranjestad (Aruba), Willemstad (Curaçao), Kralendijk (Bonaire), and two calls at Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas before returning to Miami.

Are guests nude everywhere, and when is clothing required (including in port and on balconies)?

No. Bare Necessities’ rules require clothing while the ship is docked in port, during scheduled events such as the captain’s reception and introduction, and in main dining rooms and specialty restaurants. The operator also says guests must remain clothed while the ship is alongside in port even if they stay onboard, including on balconies, until the vessel departs and an announcement permits guests to disrobe.

Are photos and videos allowed onboard?

Bare Necessities’ policies prohibit taking photos or videos of others without consent and require guests to follow designated no-photo zones.

Is a nude cruise the same as a swinger or “lifestyle” cruise?

Not necessarily. AANR President Linda Weber said AANR does not endorse or promote sexual activity and advised travelers to review marketing carefully, noting that some trips labeled as nude cruises are instead oriented toward “lifestyle” or swinger travel.