Carnival Encounter
About this ship
The Carnival Encounter is a mid-sized cruise ship with a capacity of approximately 2,600 passengers, best known for its vibrant onboard experiences and family-friendly amenities. A distinctive feature is its expansive water park, making it an ideal choice for families and adventure-seekers alike.
Airlie Beach from Brisbane • 4 nights • Departs Oct. 13, 2026
Cruise Weather Brief
Day 1
Tuesday Oct. 13, 2026
Moderate rain
Brisbane, Australia
High 75°F
/ Low 69°F
Moderate rain
Feels like
High 71°F • Low 70°F
Wind
7 mph (gust 19 mph)
Humidity
80%
Probability of Precipitation
100%
Cloud cover
100%
Sunrise / Sunset
5:14 AM • 5:53 PM
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
Day 2
Sea Day
Wednesday Oct. 14, 2026
At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Airlie Beach, Australia
Weather forecast for days at sea available now for Cruise Outlook Premium users.
Day 3
Thursday Oct. 15, 2026
Light rain
Airlie Beach, Australia
High 76°F
/ Low 72°F
Light rain
Feels like
High 76°F • Low 74°F
Wind
12 mph (gust 14 mph)
Humidity
77%
Probability of Precipitation
60%
Cloud cover
99%
Sunrise / Sunset
5:34 AM • 6:06 PM
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
Day 4
Sea Day
Friday Oct. 16, 2026
At Sea: Airlie Beach, Australia → Brisbane, Australia (Coral Sea)
Weather forecast available now for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 9, 2026 for free users.
Day 5
Saturday Oct. 17, 2026
Brisbane, Australia
Weather forecast available now for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 10, 2026 for free users.
Other ships at location:
none
2,600 total passengers
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