Carnival Spirit - 4/12/2026
The April 12, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Spirit departs from Mobile, Alabama. On this 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Panama Canal Westbound (Mobile To Seattle) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Spirit sets sail on Sunday, Apr 12th and returns on Tuesday, Apr 28th.
Cruise Pricing
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 $964 ($61 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,329 ($84 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 27%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Spirit - April 12, 2026 - 16 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 12th | Mobile, Alabama |
| 2 | Apr 13th | At Sea |
| 3 | Apr 14th | At Sea |
| 4 | Apr 15th | At Sea |
| 5 | Apr 16th | Cartagena, Colombia |
| 6 | Apr 12th | Panama Canal Transit |
| 7 | Apr 18th | At Sea |
| 8 | Apr 19th | Puntarenas, Costa Rica |
| 9 | Apr 20th | At Sea |
| 10 | Apr 21st | At Sea |
| 11 | Apr 22nd | At Sea |
| 12 | Apr 23rd | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 13 | Apr 24th | At Sea |
| 14 | Apr 25th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 26th | At Sea |
| 16 | Apr 27th | At Sea |
| 17 | Apr 28th | Seattle, Washington |
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 Ship
Carnival Spirit
CARNIVAL SPIRIT SIZE
The Spirit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Spirit is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Spirit holds 3,540 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,062.
Carnival Spirit Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:88,500 GT
- Length:963 ft (294 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:2,610
- Crew Members:930
- Total on Board:3,540
- Total Staterooms:1,062
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:375 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Spirit 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.
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)