Carnival Splendor - 2/16/2024
The February 16, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Splendor departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 12 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Splendor sets sail on Friday, Feb 16th and returns on Wednesday, Feb 28th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Splendor - February 16, 2024 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 16th | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Feb 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | Feb 18th | At Sea |
| 4 | Feb 19th | Cruise Fjordland National Park |
| 5 | Feb 20th | Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand |
| 6 | Feb 21st | At Sea |
| 7 | Feb 22nd | Wellington, New Zealand |
| 8 | Feb 23rd | Napier, New Zealand |
| 9 | Feb 24th | Tauranga, New Zealand |
| 10 | Feb 25th | Bay Of Islands, New Zealand |
| 11 | Feb 26th | At Sea |
| 12 | Feb 27th | At Sea |
| 13 | Feb 28th | Sydney, Australia |
The Carnival Splendor sails on February 16, 2024 for a 12 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Feb 28th at 5:30 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Carnival Splendor will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 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.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Splendor
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR SIZE
The Splendor has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,300 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Carnival Splendor is included in Carnival’s Splendor Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Splendor holds 4,884 passengers. That includes 3,734 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Splendor total number of staterooms is 1,508.
Carnival Splendor Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:113,300 GT
- Length:952 ft (290 m)
- Beam:116 ft (35 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2008
- Years Served:2008 - Present
- Capacity:3,734
- Crew Members:1,150
- Total on Board:4,884
- Total Staterooms:1,508
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:700 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Splendor 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 Splendor Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney 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!
Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, offers no docking; ships cruise Milford Sound within the park. Travelers observe Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls from deck. Zodiacs spot bottlenose dolphins. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to March; rain frequent. Photography captures sheer cliffs and rainbows. Dining onboard includes green-lipped mussels. Souvenirs, like sound postcards, in ship shops. Briefings stress ecosystem protection. Kayaking explores Hall Arm. Rain gear essential for wet climate. UNESCO-listed Fiordland’s dramatic fjords and wildlife provide immersive nature experiences in this temperate rainforest paradise.
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand, offers docking at Port Chalmers. Travelers explore Larnach Castle and Otago Peninsula. Excursions include wildlife tours for albatross. Local markets sell hokey pokey. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic castles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes whitebait fritters, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance peninsula hikes. Port Chalmers’ cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic wildlife, making Port Chalmers 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!
Wellington, New Zealand, offers docking at Wellington Port. Travelers explore Te Papa Museum and Mount Victoria. Excursions visit Weta Workshop. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Cook Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Wellington’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern museums and scenic lookouts, making Wellington an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Napier, New Zealand, offers docking at Napier Port. Travelers explore Art Deco District and Hawke’s Bay wineries. Excursions visit Cape Kidnappers’ gannets. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ngāti Kahungunu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Napier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural heritage and scenic vineyards, making Napier an engaging destination. (126 words)
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination. (126 words)
Bay of Islands, New Zealand, offers docking at Waitangi Port. Travelers explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell hāngī. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic sites and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kumara, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Bay of Islands’ coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine adventures, making Bay of Islands 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!
Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)