This sailing is noteworthy because you'll only experience extremely rare ports like Lifou, Port-Vila, and Noumea. This route is an uncommon one for the Encounter, But October is the most popular month to sail it.
We include all meals, entertainment, port charges, and taxes in the price, so there are no sneaky extra fees. Offered at less than $130 per day, this deal is good.
The Encounter Carnival has a waterslide, a spa, five pools, a jacuzzi, a bowling lane, a gym, a casino, and a rock climbing wall.
This itinerary consists of three days at sea and three port days. Major features include visits to rare ports like Lifou, Port-Vila, and Noumea.
| Date | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | Brisbane, Australia | 3:00pm | |
| Sun, Oct 4 | At Sea | ||
| Mon, Oct 5 | Noumea, New Caledonia | 2:00pm | 9:00pm |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Lifou, New Caledonia | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Port-Vila, Vanuatu | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Thu, Oct 8 | At Sea | ||
| Fri, Oct 9 | At Sea | ||
| Sat, Oct 10 | Brisbane, Australia | 7:00am |
The accompanying graph indicates the cost over time for every class of cabin. Since being listed a year ago, The price of this sailing has ranged between $657 and $905 for a room, including $0 in taxes and port fees.
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Last Updated: Jul 5, 2026
Last Modified: Jul 5, 2026