Carnival Encounter

About this ship

Carnival's Encounter is a mid-sized cruise ship, accommodating around 2,600 passengers, known for its vibrant onboard experiences and family-friendly amenities. A standout feature is the expansive water park, offering thrilling slides and splash zones that cater to guests of all ages.

Vanuatu and New Caledonia from Brisbane • 8 nights • Departs Jul. 18, 2026

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Day 1

Saturday Jul. 18, 2026

Brisbane, Australia

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Jul. 3, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 11, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 2

Sea Day

Sunday Jul. 19, 2026

At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Lifou, New Caledonia, France

Weather forecast available on Jul. 4, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 12, 2026 for free users.

Day 3

Sea Day

Monday Jul. 20, 2026

At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Lifou, New Caledonia, France

Weather forecast available on Jul. 5, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 13, 2026 for free users.

Day 4

Tuesday Jul. 21, 2026

Lifou, New Caledonia, France

Weather forecast available on Jul. 6, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 14, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 5

Wednesday Jul. 22, 2026

Mystery Island, Vanuatu

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Weather forecast available on Jul. 7, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 15, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 6

Thursday Jul. 23, 2026

Nouméa, New Caledonia, France

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Jul. 8, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 16, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 7

Sea Day

Friday Jul. 24, 2026

At Sea: Nouméa, New Caledonia, France → Brisbane, Australia

Weather forecast available on Jul. 9, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 17, 2026 for free users.

Day 8

Sea Day

Saturday Jul. 25, 2026

At Sea: Nouméa, New Caledonia, France → Brisbane, Australia

Weather forecast available on Jul. 10, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 18, 2026 for free users.

Day 9

Sunday Jul. 26, 2026

Brisbane, Australia

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Jul. 11, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Jul. 19, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

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