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.

Vanuatu and New Caledonia from Brisbane • 8 nights • Departs Nov. 7, 2026

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Day 1

Saturday Nov. 7, 2026

Brisbane, Australia

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Weather forecast available on Oct. 23, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 31, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 2

Sea Day

Sunday Nov. 8, 2026

At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Mystery Island, Vanuatu

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Day 3

Sea Day

Monday Nov. 9, 2026

At Sea: Brisbane, Australia → Mystery Island, Vanuatu

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Day 4

Tuesday Nov. 10, 2026

Mystery Island, Vanuatu

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Weather forecast available on Oct. 26, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 3, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 5

Wednesday Nov. 11, 2026

Port-Vila, Efate, Vanuatu

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Weather forecast available on Oct. 27, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 4, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 6

Thursday Nov. 12, 2026

Lifou, New Caledonia, France

Weather forecast available on Oct. 28, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 5, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

Day 7

Sea Day

Friday Nov. 13, 2026

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

Weather forecast available on Oct. 29, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 6, 2026 for free users.

Day 8

Sea Day

Saturday Nov. 14, 2026

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

Weather forecast available on Oct. 30, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 7, 2026 for free users.

Day 9

Sunday Nov. 15, 2026

Brisbane, Australia

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Oct. 31, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 8, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

2,600 total passengers

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