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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $414 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

What's the weather like on the Carnival Encounter March 27th, 2026 route?

Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

How safe is the March 27th, 2026 Carnival Encounter itinerary?

This itinerary is scored on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, which weights current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals. See the Safety Score section for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Encounter sail and return on this itinerary?

The Carnival Encounter departs on March 27th, 2026 and returns 3 nights later.

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Carnival Encounter itinerary map for March 27, 2026 (3 nights)

CarnivalCarnival Encounter

Carnival Encounter
March 27, 2026

Name: March 27, 2026 3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) from Brisbane on Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Encounter
Brand: Carnival Cruise Line

3-Night Getaway aboard Carnival Encounter · Departing March 27, 2026 from the Port of Brisbane, Australia.

// AT A GLANCE

This 3-night cruise aboard the Encounter departs from Brisbane, Australia on Friday, March 27, 2026 and returns on Monday, Mar 30th. March weather across this route averages 96°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.3 out of 10 — Brisbane (8.3). Inside cabins rose $7 on Mar 25.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

SAFE TIER

Safer than 83% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Fri → Mon

Brisbane

departure port

Australia

port stops

Getaway

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Encounter March 27, 2026 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Encounter March 27, 2026 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL ENCOUNTER·MARCH 27, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Encounter cruise ship departing March 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $414 ($138 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $326 ($109 per night), this represents a recent increase of 27%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $325

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Carnival Encounter · March 27, 2026

$414

$138 per night · 3 nights

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27% above average

Avg $325

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Carnival Encounter March 27, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Mar 25, 2026

$414

$421

$534

$942

Mar 21, 2026

$407

$421

$533

$942

Mar 1, 2026

—

$541

—

Feb 27, 2026

—

$532

—

Feb 26, 2026

$422

—

Feb 23, 2026

$407

—

$535

—

Feb 22, 2026

$405

—

$531

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Feb 21, 2026

$407

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Feb 20, 2026

$406

—

$533

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Feb 17, 2026

—

$671

// 03 · ITINERARY

3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 27, 2026

The Carnival Encounter sails on March 27, 2026 for a 3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) (Brisbane Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Brisbane, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Brisbane, Australia on Mar 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the Carnival Encounter will visit 0 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Carnival Encounter

MARCH 27, 2026

4 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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3 NIGHTS · 0 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · BRISBANE

// 04 · PORTS

3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Encounter·March 27, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAR 27

Brisbane

Australia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

3:00 PM

Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Brisbane, Australia — Day 4 of Carnival Encounter March 27, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·MAR 30

Brisbane

Australia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

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Returning to Brisbane — see Day 1 above for port info.

MARCH FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Encounter·March 27, 2026

MAR FORECAST · BRISBANE

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

78°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

96°

AVG LOW

59°

AVG RAINFALL

5.4"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT BRISBANE

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Encounter March 27, 2026 Excursions

Carnival Encounter·March 27, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

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See all Brisbane excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

SAFE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 83% of all cruises

8.3/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN01 PORT

01

Brisbane 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaSAFE

Brisbane is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and secure their belongings.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Encounter Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL

CARNIVAL · GRAND

CHRISTENED

2002

STATEROOMS

1,300

TONNAGE

109,000GT

10.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT

YEAR BUILT

2002

7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009

LENGTH

951ft

4.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,600cruisers

37.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Encounter has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 109,000 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. Carnival Encounter is included in Carnival's Grand class. At full capacity, the Encounter holds 2,600 passengers. That includes 1,500 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Encounter total number of staterooms is 1,300.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE

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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·March 27, 2026

ON STAGE

CRUISE DIRECTOR · CARNIVAL ENCOUNTER

Sophie Gideon

From UK🌍

Sophie Gideon is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director and former Fun Squad standout. She is known for high-energy hosting, strong crowd engagement, and vibrant onboard presence.