Carnival Spirit itinerary map for April 12, 2026 (16 nights)
Carnival Spirit cruise ship

Carnival Spirit — April 12, 202616-Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound on Carnival

This 16-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Mobile, Alabama on Sunday, April 12, 2026 and returns on Tuesday, Apr 28th. April weather across this route averages 91°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Mobile
Alabama
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
11

Cruise Price - Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026

Carnival Spirit · April 12, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Spirit cruise ship departing April 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,069 ($67 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,094 ($69 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.

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Inside
$1,069
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Oceanview
$1,399
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Balcony
$1,644
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Suite
$4,749

Price History – Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026

inside cabin
Carnival Spirit
April 12, 2026
$1,069
2% vs avg: $1,094

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound (Mobile To Seattle)

Carnival Spirit · April 12, 2026

The Carnival Spirit sails on April 12, 2026 for a 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound (Mobile To Seattle). The ship will depart the port of Mobile, Alabama at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Apr 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Carnival Spirit will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 11 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound (Mobile To Seattle)

  • APR12
    Mobile, Alabama
    Mobile, Alabama
    A: — - D: 4:30 PM
  • APR13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR15
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • APR16
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • APR12
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: — - D: —
  • APR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR19
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • APR20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR21
    At Sea
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  • APR22
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • APR23
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR24
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • APR25
    At Sea
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  • APR26
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • APR27
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • APR28
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 12, 2026 · 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound (Mobile To Seattle)

Mobile, Alabama — Day 1 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Apr 12

Mobile, Alabama

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:30 PM

Mobile, Alabama, offers docking at Mobile Port. Travelers explore USS Alabama and Mobile Carnival Museum. Excursions visit Bellingrath Gardens. Local markets sell gumbo. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures battleships and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp po’boys, an Alabamian favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Mobile’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic gardens, making Mobile an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Apr 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Tuesday, Apr 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 4 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Wednesday, Apr 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 5 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Apr 16

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama Canal Transit — Day 6 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Sunday, Apr 12

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Apr 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica — Day 8 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Apr 19

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 9•Monday, Apr 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 10 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Tuesday, Apr 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 11 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 11•Wednesday, Apr 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 12 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Apr 23

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 13•Friday, Apr 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 14 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 14•Saturday, Apr 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 15 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 15•Sunday, Apr 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 16 at sea — Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 16•Monday, Apr 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Fountain Cafe, Seaside Theater, Dancin Dance Club & Photo Gallery.

Seattle, Washington — Day 17 of Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise
Day 17•Tuesday, Apr 28

Seattle, Washington

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Spirit - April 12, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Mobile, Alabama

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April

Typical Weather

84°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.17in

Daily average

5.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
66 / 100
safer than 66% of all cruises
66
7
/ 10
Mobile, Alabama
Mobile
Mobile is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant and secure belongings due to moderate property crime.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Spirit

⚓ Tonnage

88,500

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

2,610

vs avg 4,158

The Spirit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. Carnival Spirit is included in Carnival’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Carnival Spirit holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,062.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (April 12, 2026)

Charne Marais — cruise director for the Carnival Spirit sailing on April 12, 2026

Charne Marais

Country: South Africa•Start: Feb 28, 2026•End: May 5, 2026

Charne Marais is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director recognized for her upbeat energy, positivity, and strong guest engagement.

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Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Spirit April 12, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 16-night route, April averages 91°F highs and 59°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 12, 2026 Carnival Spirit itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Spirit sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Spirit departs Mobile, Alabama on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM and returns on Tuesday, Apr 28th, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 16 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Spirit sailing on April 12, 2026?▾

Charne Marais is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing. See the Cruise Director section above for their bio.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Spirit itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026