Has Anyone Fallen Off a Disney Cruise Ship?

By Alice Nichols

It is an unfortunate reality that accidents can and do happen, even on vacation. Disney Cruise Line has a fantastic safety record, but it is always important to be aware of the potential risks associated with any activity, including cruise vacations.

The question of whether or not anyone has ever fallen off a Disney Cruise Ship has been raised more than once, and the answer to that question is both yes and no.

The official statement from Disney Cruise Line is that no one has ever gone overboard from one of their cruise ships. However, there have been several reported instances of guests going over the railing and into the water. In each case these guests were either rescued or managed to swim back to the ship on their own.

The most recent incident occurred in February 2020 when a passenger went over the railing on the Disney Wonder near Mexico. Fortunately, he was rescued by crew members who were able to bring him back onboard safely. This incident prompted Disney Cruise Line to review their safety protocols and make changes as necessary.

In addition to these reported incidents, there have also been rumors of other guests falling off cruise ships belonging to other cruise lines. These rumors are unsubstantiated and generally regarded as false.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, while there have been reported incidents of passengers going overboard from a Disney Cruise Ship, none of these passengers were lost at sea or presumed dead. Disney Cruise Line takes its safety protocols seriously and continues to review and update them as necessary.