Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Encounter

Built 2002

Jan 17, 2027 - Jan 23, 20276 nights

RoundtripRoundtrip from Brisbane

Cabin from $1,182(Interior)

Solo from $1,168(Interior)

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Cabin Prices

Cabin2 SailorsSolo

Interior

$1,182

$1,168

Ocean View

$1,370

$1,355

Balcony

$1,642

$1,627

Suite

Sold out

Per cabin · before taxes & fees

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Schedule

January 2027

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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5 stops

BrisbaneWillis IslandCairnsAirlie BeachBrisbane

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Things to Do

Brisbane

Must See

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

4.6 (12,760)

Hold koalas, kangaroos, platypus. Shuttle out. Aussie animals.

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Story Bridge Climb

4.9 (2,108)

Scale icons for 360° city views. Similar to Sydney. Thrill must.

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South Bank Parklands

4.8 (1,975)

Riverside beaches, markets, Wheel ferris. Walkable precinct. Urban playground.

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Mount Coot-tha Lookout

4.7 (14,626)

Panoramic city/river sunset spot. Short drive. Vista king.

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Willis Island

Must See

Meteorological Station Tour

4.5 (49)

Bureau of Meteorology base established 1921 with radars, anemometers, and staff chats. Learn weather forecasting 30-min guided peek. Unique scientific outpost.

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Willis Island Beach Walk

4.2 (11)

Uninhabited coral cay with white sands and turquoise lagoon. Stroll shoreline spotting shells during tender landing. Remote paradise stop.

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Green Sea Turtle Nesting

4.5 (49)

Observe protected turtles nesting or hatching seasonally on beach. Guided to minimize impact. Rare wildlife encounter.

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Frigatebird Rookery

Watch magnificent frigatebirds soaring and nesting on cay edges. Binoculars recommended. Avian spectacle.

Cairns

Must See

Kuranda Skyrail & Train

4.7 (10,506)

Cableway rainforest canopy to scenic train village. 30-min shuttle; Daintree views. Elevated adventure.

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise

4.3 (461)

Snorkel/dive pristine corals, fish from pontoon. Port half-day tours; underwater wonder. World heritage must.

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Esplanade Lagoon

4.7 (6,026)

Free urban saltwater pool with beach vibe. Walkable; lap swim or lounge. Tropical chill.

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Muddy's Reef (Glass Bottom)

4.5 (35)

Easy reef viewing boat without wetting suit. Quick tour; fish spotting. Family friendly.

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Take a full-day catamaran cruise to the iconic Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach, perfect for snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef. This is the top excursion for cruise passengers seeking pristine waters and marine life. Book early as spots fill up fast from the port.

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Airlie Beach Lagoon

4.7 (1,351)

Relax at this free, palm-fringed saltwater lagoon right in town, ideal for swimming and families during short port stops. It's a clean, safe alternative to the beach with picnic areas nearby. Just a short walk or shuttle from the cruise terminal.

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Horseshoe Bay

4.7 (1,172)

Visit this stunning horseshoe-shaped beach for swimming and photos, accessible by a quick bus ride from Airlie Beach. Crystal-clear waters make it great for a relaxed beach day. Combine with a beach walk for panoramic views.

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Whitsunday Sailing Adventures

4.2 (134)

Join a half-day sail to Hill Inlet for swirling sands and lagoon views. Perfect for adventure seekers with time for snorkeling. Ships depart frequently from the marina near the port.

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Carnival Encounter

Cabin Prices

Schedule

Route map

Comments

Things to Do

Brisbane

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Story Bridge Climb

South Bank Parklands

Mount Coot-tha Lookout

Willis Island

Meteorological Station Tour

Willis Island Beach Walk

Green Sea Turtle Nesting

Frigatebird Rookery

Cairns

Kuranda Skyrail & Train

Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Esplanade Lagoon

Muddy's Reef (Glass Bottom)

Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Islands Cruise

Airlie Beach Lagoon

Horseshoe Bay

Whitsunday Sailing Adventures

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