Tracked data
What the data says about Carnival Encounter
observed tracked since Jul 1, 2026; we capture most, not all, calls. How we track ships
| Port calls last 90 days | 16 |
|---|---|
| Most-visited ports |
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| Fare movement 60d | ↑4% (from $369) |
Over the last 90 days Carnival Encounter called at 2 ports, most often Port of Brisbane, docking roughly once every 6 days. Tracked fares have moved up 4% since Aug 29, 2026.
Across the past year, our AIS tracking logged Carnival Encounter at 2 ports in 1 regions, busiest in July.
Which port does Carnival Encounter visit most?
Port of Brisbane, with 14 tracked calls in the last 90 days.
How often is Carnival Encounter in port?
16 tracked port calls in the last 90 days, about once every 6 days.
Has the fare for Carnival Encounter gone up or down?
Up 4% over the last 60 days, from $369 to $383.
Data as of Oct 28, 2026.
The ship
About Carnival Encounter
Originally Star Princess, later Pacific Encounter. Joined Carnival fleet March 2025 for Australian routes.
Former names: Star Princess, Pacific Encounter
- Decks
- 18
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
Bahamas- Beam
- 36 m
- Draft
- 8.6 m
- IMO Number
- 9192363
- MMSI
- 311001596
Class comparison
How Carnival Encounter Compares
Against the other ships in the Grand Class.
| Metric | This Ship | Class Average | Best in Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 2,600 | 2,885 | Caribbean Princess (3,140) |
| Gross Tonnage | 109,000 GT | 113,019 GT | Ventura (116,017 GT) |
| Year Built | 2002 | 2005 | Azura (2010) |
| Length | 290.0 m | 290.0 m | Carnival Encounter (290.0 m) |
| Decks | 18 | 18 | Carnival Encounter (18) |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Carnival Encounter
When is Carnival Encounter's next sailing?
The next bookable sailing we list is a cruise from Brisbane, Australia departing November 3, 2026.
Where does Carnival Encounter sail from?
Of the 12 upcoming sailings we list through January 31, 2027, Carnival Encounter departs from Brisbane, Australia.
Which ports has Carnival Encounter visited recently?
Our AIS records show 16 port calls at 2 ports in the last 90 days. The most frequent: Port of Brisbane (14 calls) and Port Moselle (2 calls).
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