Sunny Days on the Great Barrier Reef

Pricing based on departure date - 23 June 2025

The warm waters and beautiful backdrops of Queensland's iconic coast are waiting for you. From snorkelling the magnificent reefs to sunbathing on Whitehaven Beach or exploring the luscious Daintree rainforest, this trip has everything you need for the perfect escape. With spectacular stop offs along the way, it's a perfect way to explore the north coast of Queensland.

The largest coral reef system on the planet is right here on our doorstep waiting to be explored with Carnival. The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef experience is more than skin deep with our shore excursions that put the beautiful reefs and coral gardens in the big picture. The journey is the destination with our Great Barrier Reef cruises.

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

Sydney

Australia's most illustrious city is the country's capital in everything but name. It possesses one of the most beautiful harbour settings in the world, and emanates with a intermingling of history, ruggedness and sophistication.

Tangalooma

Tangalooma Resort is on the western side of Morton Island, 20kms east of Brisbane, Queensland.

Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach is the tourism mainland hub for the Whitsundays, where you can take on activities either on the beautiful water or the verdant greens of the rainforest. You'll instantly feel the holiday as you enjoy the tropical atmosphere when you stroll through cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and souvenir stores.

Cairns

While it is usually a jump-off port for the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns can also become a destination for destination for trekking, discovering secret islands along the reef, exploring the Daintree Rainforest and even gliding through the rainforest canopy. Cairns also is home to the Esplanade, which is a swimming lagoon where you can freely bask under the sun as you enjoy the panoramic views of the Trinity Inlet.

Port Douglas

Port Douglas is a coastal town in tropical far north Queensland, Australia on the Coral Sea. Its reknowned for its beach resorts and its proximity to both the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree National Park. The town is a foodie haven with cafes, bars and elegant restaurants. Curving away to the south is the popular Palm fringed Four Mile Beach.

Willis Island

Willis Island is the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Located beyond the Great Barrier Reef, this island stands 280 miles from Cairns. The only residents on the 7.7-hectare sandy island are a handful of Australian Bureau of Meteorology staff members working at the weather monitoring station.The main attractions are the sights youll see as you cruise through the Coral Sea. Spot tropical birds like black noodies, sooty terns and wedge-tailed shearwaters. Cruise to Willis Island to see the Great Barrier Reef stretch beneath the turquoise waters and the exotic fish that swim here, including angel fish, clown fish and hammerhead sharks.

You and your family can see the reef and multicoloured marine life on shore tours that include diving scenic tour options. The verdant Daintree Rainforest, and stunning Whitehaven Beach are also within reach on Carnival’s Great Barrier Reef cruises.

Follow the FUN and you can experience the following;

• The serene marine scene awaits in tropical north Queensland.
• Dive into the largest reef system in the world.
• Discover the luscious, ancient wonders of the Daintree Rainforest and meet Australian wildlife.
• Sit back and watch the sun set on a perfect QLD day.

Your Ship: CARNIVAL SPLENDOR

It’s hard to tell which onboard space best represents Carnival Splendor — they all seem to hint at the amazing time you’re going to have. El Morocco Lounge hosts comedy shows, musical performances, karaoke and more… and wears its 1930s namesake clearly on its nameplate. The words “Royal Flush Casino” incite visions of winning, while our onboard jazz club — The Cool — simply says it all without saying a word. And Fahrenheit 555™ can be found not only at the height of elegant dining, but at the actual apex of the ship.

If you like your fun to flow, there are options aplenty. If you list “splishing” and “splashing” among your favorite things to do, there’s Carnival WaterWorks™. Those into sitting and sliding are invited to try the all-new Green Lightning thrill-slide. How about floating or swimming around? Carnival Splendor has pools all over the place, including the midship pool featuring a retractable roof that makes any day a pool day. So whether you splish or splash, you’ll find hydro-excitement galore.

If getting up and making the crowd go wild with your dance moves is your idea of a good time, Lip Sync Battle: Carnival is our idea of a great idea. Or if relaxation is more your thing, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat is more your place. Or if you’re looking to take relaxation to the extreme, direct your attention to the Cloud 9 Spa, featuring more (and better) ways to kick back than just about anywhere else, on land or at sea. You haven’t lived until you’ve relaxed in a Thalassotherapy pool, or chilled — so to speak — in a dry heat chamber.

Sydney, At Sea, Tangalooma, At Sea, Airlie Beach, Cairns, Port Douglas, Willis Island, At Sea, At Sea, Sydney

All fares are displayed in AUD, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.