Carnival Encounter
About this ship
The Carnival Encounter is a mid-sized cruise ship known for its vibrant onboard experiences and family-friendly amenities, accommodating approximately 2,600 passengers. A distinctive feature is its expansive water park, offering thrilling slides and splash zones that cater to guests of all ages.
Airlie Beach from Brisbane • 4 nights • Departs Sep. 14, 2026
Cruise Weather Brief
Day 1
Monday Sep. 14, 2026
Clear sky
Brisbane, Australia
High 75°F
/ Low 53°F
Clear sky
Feels like
High 67°F • Low 60°F
Wind
10 mph (gust 13 mph)
Humidity
56%
Probability of Precipitation
0%
Cloud cover
0%
Sunrise / Sunset
5:47 AM • 5:40 PM
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
Day 2
Sea Day
Tuesday Sep. 15, 2026
At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Airlie Beach, Australia
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Day 3
Wednesday Sep. 16, 2026
Clear sky
Airlie Beach, Australia
High 72°F
/ Low 64°F
Clear sky
Feels like
High 72°F • Low 68°F
Wind
13 mph (gust 17 mph)
Humidity
65%
Probability of Precipitation
0%
Cloud cover
6%
Sunrise / Sunset
6:00 AM • 5:59 PM
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
Day 4
Sea Day
Thursday Sep. 17, 2026
At Sea: Airlie Beach, Australia → Brisbane, Australia (Coral Sea)
Weather forecast for days at sea available now for Cruise Outlook Premium users.
Day 5
Friday Sep. 18, 2026
Scattered clouds
Brisbane, Australia
High 74°F
/ Low 56°F
Scattered clouds
Feels like
High 68°F • Low 61°F
Wind
11 mph (gust 11 mph)
Humidity
45%
Probability of Precipitation
0%
Cloud cover
16%
Sunrise / Sunset
5:42 AM • 5:41 PM
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
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