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Carnival Encounter
Carnival Cruise Line
Contemporary Large Caribbean

Carnival Encounter

Operated by Carnival Cruise Line

Fun-filled Caribbean adventures with vibrant onboard energy

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Passengers
2,600
Crew
1,100
Tonnage
108,977
Built
2002
Region
Caribbean
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About Carnival Encounter

Carnival Encounter offers guests a lively and enjoyable cruise experience centered around Caribbean itineraries. The ship features a variety of entertainment options, dining venues, and comfortable accommodations designed to provide a fun and engaging atmosphere for travelers seeking vibrant onboard energy and memorable adventures.

Ship details

Key facts and specifications for Carnival Encounter.

Segment
Contemporary
Ship size category
Large
Length
290 m
Beam
36 m
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Recent Voyage Activity

Latest AIS-derived activity for this ship. Data may be delayed.

Recorded: 16 Mar 2026
Latest area
Latest recorded position en route to Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Status: Under way using engine • Speed: 13.1 kn • Course: 148° • Heading: 145° • Destination: Ocho Rios, Jamaica • ETA: 03-18 13:00 • Draught: 8.4 m

Coordinates
25.7167, -79.9893

Approximate latest recorded location.

Last updated
16 Mar 2026

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Vessel details

Status
Under way using engine
Speed
13.1 kn
Course
148°
Heading
145°
Destination
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
ETA
03-18 13:00
Draught
8.4 m
This section shows recent AIS-derived ship activity and may be delayed. It is intended as a recent voyage reference rather than a live tracker.