3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip)
Carnival Encounter
Carnival Encounter
June 5, 2027
3 Night Getaway

Carnival Encounter - 6/5/2027

The June 5, 2027 cruise on the Carnival Encounter departs from Brisbane, Australia. On this 3 Night Getaway (Brisbane Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 1 cruise port destination, including its departure port. The Carnival Encounter sets sail on Saturday, Jun 5th and returns on Tuesday, Jun 8th.

Cruise Length
3
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Brisbane
Australia
Port Stops
1
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Encounter cruise ship departing June 5, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $329 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $328 ($110 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Encounter - June 5, 2027 - 3 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jun 5thBrisbane, Australia
2Jun 6thAt Sea
3Jun 7thAt Sea
4Jun 8thBrisbane, Australia

The Carnival Encounter sails on June 5, 2027 for a 3 Night Getaway (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 Jun 8th at 7:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the Carnival Encounter will visit 0 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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 Safety Rank
83 / 100
safer than 83% of all cruises
83
8
/ 10
Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane
Brisbane is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and secure their belongings.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Encounter Size Infographic

Carnival Encounter

109 k
tonnage
951 ft
length
2002
year built
1,300
cabins
2,600
passengers
1,100
crew

CARNIVAL ENCOUNTER SIZE

The Encounter has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 109,000 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet (290 meters) in length. Carnival Encounter is included in Carnival’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Encounter holds 3,700 passengers. That includes 2,600 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Encounter total number of staterooms is 1,300.

Carnival Encounter Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:109,000 GT
  • Length:951 ft (290 m)
  • Beam:118 ft (36 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,600
  • Crew Members:1,100
  • Total on Board:3,700
  • Total Staterooms:1,300
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:425 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Encounter age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Encounter Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUN 52027
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
JUN 62027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JUN 72027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
JUN 82027
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)