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Carnival Spirit
Last refurbished
2018
Last refurbished
Passengers
2124
Passengers
Ports Visited
9
Ports visited
Cruises from $140 per day
$140
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Carnival Spirit
88,500
Gross Tonnage

Carnival Spirit Cruises

4.3
(from 785 verified customers)

While Carnival Spirit has called Australia home for 9 years, it has now been redeployed to Jacksonville, USA, to replace Carnival Ecstasy, sailing there from March 2022. Carnival Spirit is geared for fun - from the little kids right through to the big kids and young at heart! This vibrant ship is sure to keep you more than entertained, no matter what holiday you are seeking. Carrying 2,124 passengers, and measuring nearly the length of three football fields, the ship has a wonderful feeling of space. Refurbished in 2018, Carnival Spirit has been decked out for Aussies with dining options like the ‘Boomerang Burger’ (a must-try), entertainment, power sockets, currency and tips built into your fare all make it a seamless experience aboard for close to home travel. Hallmarks of Carnival are everywhere to be seen, with the cruise line's signature quirky decor throughout and incredibly cheery and helpful Carnival staff - you’ll have no doubt you’re aboard a “Fun Ship”.

Carnival Spirit is home to the largest waterpark at sea in Australia, featuring the world’s steepest vertical drop water slide at sea, Green Thunder - one for the thrillseekers as you zoom up to 65 km/hr. Also aboard you’ll find the impressive nine deck atrium, a multitude of bar and dining spaces, duty-free shopping mall, excellent children’s program plus expansive health and fitness facilities. Attire aboard matches the relaxed atmosphere, being casual most days and evenings with few restrictions. A couple of evenings will be designated “Cruise Elegant” nights, with cocktail attire the expectation, although some guests will take it up a notch in tuxedos and gowns, giving the ship a real festive air. Read more

Carnival Spirit is well-suited to those looking for relaxed fun with an Aussie feel. Australian families, couples (young and old) and multi-generational groups are likely to make up your fellow passenger mix.

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Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2001
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 88500
Cabins: 1060
Passengers: 2124
Number of crew: 930
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Carnival Spirit Cruise Calendar

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8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean
14 Oct
2023
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8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises
Ship: Carnival Spirit
Departure Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023
Duration: 8 nights
Departs: Mobile
Returns: Mobile
From
$1158
Interior
$1,158
Ocean View
$1,270
Balcony
$1,367
Suite
$2,163
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6 Day Exotic Western Caribbean
22 Oct
2023
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6 Day Exotic Western Caribbean

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises
Ship: Carnival Spirit
Departure Date: Sunday, October 22, 2023
Duration: 6 nights
Departs: Mobile
Returns: Mobile
From
$890
Interior
$890
Ocean View
$974
Balcony
$1,044
Suite
$1,757
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8 Day Bahamas Cruise
28 Oct
2023
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8 Day Bahamas Cruise

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises
Ship: Carnival Spirit
Departure Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Duration: 8 nights
Departs: Mobile
Returns: Mobile
From
$1199
Interior
$1,199
Ocean View
$1,311
Balcony
$1,409
Suite
$2,150
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6 Day Bahamas Cruise
05 Nov
2023
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6 Day Bahamas Cruise

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises
Ship: Carnival Spirit
Departure Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023
Duration: 6 nights
Departs: Mobile
Returns: Mobile
From
$945
Interior
$945
Ocean View
$1,030
Balcony
$1,099
Suite
$1,812
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8 Day Bahamas Cruise
11 Nov
2023
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8 Day Bahamas Cruise

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruises
Ship: Carnival Spirit
Departure Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023
Duration: 8 nights
Departs: Mobile
Returns: Mobile
From
$1199
Interior
$1,199
Ocean View
$1,311
Balcony
$1,409
Suite
$2,192
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Carnival is all about Fun. Join in on the fun and be sure to pack your theme night outfits - Especially if sailing on the Halloween Cruise.
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining
    Dining on the Carnival Spirit

    The most popular dinner destination is Carnival Spirit’s two-deck dining room called the Empire Restaurant. There are two dining choices to choose from – fixed dining at two separate seatings or flexible “Your Time Dining” which allows you to dine at variable times which suit you whilst on board. Dining can be booked before you board the cruise as well as at reception if you are unsure of preference. When it comes to lunch and dinner the restaurants do have some open seating. Read more

    In conjunction with the excellent service the menus also change daily meaning there will be great variety. If you are looking for something a little more casual the Lido Restaurant has a wide range of options which include small buffet counters, salad counters, desserts, a 24-hour pizzeria, ice cream/frozen yoghurt, and a deli. Blue Iguana Cantina will satisfy any Mexican cravings. Poolside you’ll find Guy’s Burger Joint and Fat Jimmy’s C-side BBQ offering burgers, hot dogs and the like. Or perhaps a slice of pizza is on your mind - Pizza Pirate is the place to go. On designated formal nights or “Cruise Elegant”, the dress code is enforced in restaurants (and public lounges) and the specialty dining options are typically busier on these nights, so it’s best to book ahead. Specialty dining options are available for a charge and include Nouveau Restaurant, Seafood Shack, Bonsai Sushi, The Chef’s Table and dining experiences such as Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs & Ham breakfast. The ship’s lolly shop Cherry On Top is another huge favourite. For those nights that you’d prefer to laze in your cabin, 24-hour room service, ranging from basic continental-style breakfast fare to a variety of sandwiches and desserts will have you covered.

  • Bars
    Bar on the Carnival Spirit

    There’s a bar to suit your every mood aboard Carnival Spirit with 16 bars to choose from. Blue Iguana Tequila Bar is the place to chill and enjoy a tequila slushy or a Mexican cerveza (beer). If Caribbean vibes are more your thing, the RegFrog Rum bar will transport you there with its rum concoctions, reggae tunes and vast selection of draft beers. To witness the ship’s best mixologists at work, head to Alchemy Bar, where you can choose from the old classics or have a custom creation made just for you. Read more

    The RedFrog Pub, sports bar and Casino bar are all popular haunts at different times throughout the day and night. Various cocktail making and tasting experiences can be booked in for a fee - Cruise The Vineyards for examples is one for the wine lovers, taking you around the world in a glass. For non-alcoholic beverages, hot coffee is available at drinks stations throughout at no cost, but if it’s barista-made you’re after, the offerings at the specialty coffee and patisserie European-Style Café are very tempting.

  • Entertainment
    Entertainment on the Carnival Spirit

    On board there is something for everyone. Pharaoh’s Palace Main Lounge spanning three decks is where you can find high energy production shows and cabaret acts assisted by a live show band. Suited for all ages, best to check your daily cruise planner for what’s on show each day. Dive-in Movies under the stars offer another family-friendly experience. Read more

    For more adult-centric fun, head to the R-Rated Punchliner Comedy Club. The lineup offers familiar Aussie comedians and side splitting laughs. If singing your heart out is more your thing, The Piano Bar and karaoke cater to all wannabe pop stars and talent levels. For those keen to kick on, Carnival Spirit’s dedicated Nightclub will let you dance the night away. Days and nights are dotted with various quizzes and games so keep an eye on your daily planner for the happenings of the day. Also, depending on the length and itinerary of your cruise, be sure to check what Theme Nights may be on during your voyage so you can dress up and have some fun whether it be Elegant Night, 80s Rock N Glow deck party, Mexican Mega Deck Party or the Carribean Island Night.

  • Activities
    Activities on the Carnival Spirit

    The Carnival Spirit has a range of included activities on offer suitable for all ages and interests. Carnival WaterWorks provides splish splashing awesomeness, including the Twister Waterslide and thrilling Green Thunder Waterslide. If you’re looking for a chilled time by the water, head to one of the ship’s pools. The main pool deck has the choice of many poolside bars and eats to enjoy, so you won’t have to venture far from your lounger. Read more

    Grab some mates and have a game of basketball at sea up on the games deck. The Warehouse Acade is equipped with an entertaining mix of video and arcade games. The Carnival Fun Staff also run physical challenges, scavenger hunts, trivia, bean bag throwing and many other activities throughout the cruise. You’ll find all the customary day time activities, art auctions, karaoke, Hasbro The Game Show, ballroom dancing (with lessons), comedians, bingo, library and Internet Café. Soul Play gives you a chance to unleash your inner artist, creating customer jewellery, paintings and more depending on the day.

  • Health & Fitness
    Fitness on the Carnival Spirit

    If you’re wanting to counteract some of the overindulging you’ve done onboard or keen to keep your fitness levels up, the fitness centre is well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to get those muscles working. If you’re looking to take it up a notch, a range of fitness classes are available for a fee, as are personal training sessions to help you set and reach your goals. The jogging track up on deck 11 will give you a dose of fresh sea air as you work out. Spa Carnival is also available if you’re looking to rejuvenate yourself. Read more

    Massage, facials, acupuncture, body wraps, nail and foot treatments are all available to book. The ship's hair and beauty menu will keep you looking salon-fresh and is particularly popular on formal evenings, so be sure to book ahead for these. Men’s services are available too for a fresh trim or close shave.

  • Kids
    Kids activities on the Carnival Spirit

    Camp Ocean (2-11 years), Circle “C” (12-14 years) and Club O² (15-17 years) are kids clubs equipped with accredited staff and endless entertainment such as ocean-themed activities, trivia, games, karaoke, movies and much more. Infants must be at least 6 months of age to travel on domestic itineraries and 12 months for all other itineraries due to the limited capacity for neonatal facilities onboard. There are babysitting facilities for children under 2 years, which is $8.00 (AUD) per hour per child for Sea and Port days and Night Owl provides babysitting from 9-12pm, for kids aged 2-11. Seuss-a-palooza Parade is a bright, colorful fun-filled display of all your favourite Dr. Read more

    Seuss characters, something not to miss and then watch them come to life at the Seuss-a-palooza storytime session as you listen to all your Dr. Seuss favourites. If your little one is ages 2-5, get them moving at Zumbini’s - a specialised Zumba class for kids.

  • Inclusions
    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Alternative dining (extra charge)
    • Australia: Tipping is not required
    • Bridge director on select cruises
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (2-17 yrs)
    • Open/anytime seating & multi-venue dining
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Special needs requests & service animals allowed
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Covid Safety

The health and wellbeing of passengers and crew is of the utmost importance for Carnival Cruises and for us at Clean Cruising. Health and safety policies are constantly under review and being enhanced to reflect the latest advice from health authorities and leading-edge innovations. Initiatives including universal health screening and COVID-19 testing pre-embarkation, hospital grade-air filtration systems, increased sanitation measures, extended ship to shore safety, social distancing practices aboard, additional medical staff and facilities, daily temperature checks and contingency planning in case of suspected cases.

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Customer cruise ship ratings

Carnival Spirit has an average of 4.3 Stars based on 785 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    4.3
  • Cabin
    4.4
  • Dining
    4.3
  • Entertainment
    4
  • Service
    4.6

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Welcome to the Carnival Spirit which will elevate your holiday at sea, to the unforgettable trip. The ship length of three footy fields and 12 decks tall of things to do, see, taste and try.

  • Staterooms with a floor-to-ceiling window, letting sunlight stream into your room. Featuring even more space, a sky view through that window of yours, plus a seating area to enjoy it from. Catch a glimpse of what's going by from your Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Spirit, where you'll get views you won’t find anywhere on land. Don’t miss sunrise and sunset at sea —your comfy stateroom is the best way to experience these!

  • Featuring an amazing variety of casual dining spots, each just a few flip-flopped steps from the last, Lido Marketplace always has a special something ready to satisfy your latest craving spectacularly.

  • From the comfort of your poolside lounge chair, or even the pool itself, you'll enjoy sporting events and recent blockbuster movies… think Comedy, Action & Adventure and Date Night.

Cabins

The 31 cabin categories include interior staterooms, ocean view rooms, ocean rooms with French doors (but no balcony), ocean rooms with private balcony, and five grades of suites. Eighty percent of the cabins are outside; 80 percent of those staterooms have private balconies. Each cabin has a gift amenity basket in its bathroom. All staterooms include flat-screen television, safe, mini-bar, beach towels, hair dryer, bathrobes to wear during your cruise, and Carnival Comfort Bed with plush mattresses, good quality duvets, linens and pillows. Standard cabins are a good size.

Most with twin beds can be converted to king-size bed. Good design and soft lighting add to a feeling of spaciousness in interior staterooms. The Junior and Vista Suites have a large lounge and sleeping areas, large bathroom with twin wash basins, bidet, and whirlpool bathtub. The best suites and cabins are those on the aft-facing decks. Suites qualify for priority check-in at port. Some cabins can accommodate a third and fourth person, and most cabin categories are fitted with inter-connecting doors to suit families. There are no single cabins, and 16 wheelchair-accessible cabins. A room service menu is available 24-hours, for a small charge.)

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  • Interior
    Interior on the Carnival Spirit

    Cabin Types

    4K, 4E, 4D, 4C, 4B, 4A, IS

    Average Cabin Size – 17.2 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0.0 m2

    Size approx.: 185 sq.ft. Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Window with obstructed views. View is obstructed by a lifeboat, tender boat and/or steel beam.

  • Ocean View
    Ocean View on the Carnival Spirit Ocean View on the Carnival Spirit

    Cabin Types

    6A, OV

    Average Cabin Size – 17.2 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0.0 m2

    Size approx.: 220 sq.ft. Oceanview stateroom with twin beds that convert to a king. Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. All staterooms have carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and TV.

  • Balcony
    Balcony on the Carnival Spirit Balcony on the Carnival Spirit

    Cabin Types

    9B, 9A, 8N, 8M, 8K, 8J, 8F, 8E, 8D, 8C, 8B, 8A, 7A, BL

    Average Cabin Size – 17.9 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 5.0 m2

    Size approx. 230 sq ft.; Balcony: 85 sq ft. Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. All staterooms have carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and TV. Features 2 twin beds (convert to a king size bed).

  • Suite
    Suite on the Carnival Spirit Suite on the Carnival Spirit

    Cabin Types

    GS, VS, O4, OS, JS, ST

    Average Cabin Size – 25.4 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 10.1 m2

    Size approx.: 300 sq ft.; Balcony: 115 sq ft. Features: Two twin beds (convert to king), one upper pullman and single sofa bed. Sofa, armchairs and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower/whirlpool tub/bidet/ double sinks. 2 large closets. Walk-in dressing area with vanity table and chair. Private large-size balcony with patio chairs and table.

Deck Plans for Carnival Spirit

Legend

  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 2 Upper Pullmans
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and Double Sofa Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Upper Pullman
  • Connecting Staterooms
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King), Single Sofa Bed and 1 Upper Pullman
  • Unisex Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Non-Smoking accommodations

Carnival Spirit Next 5 Departures

Date Title Departs Prices From
14 Oct 2023 8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $1158
22 Oct 2023 6 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $890
28 Oct 2023 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1199
05 Nov 2023 6 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $945
11 Nov 2023 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1199
19 Nov 2023 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $1092
25 Nov 2023 8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $1158
03 Dec 2023 6 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $945
09 Dec 2023 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1199
17 Dec 2023 6 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1071
23 Dec 2023 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1676
31 Dec 2023 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $1260
06 Jan 2024 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1185
14 Jan 2024 6 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $960
20 Jan 2024 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1185
28 Jan 2024 6 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $904
03 Feb 2024 8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $1158
11 Feb 2024 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $952
17 Feb 2024 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1213
25 Feb 2024 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $952
02 Mar 2024 8 Day Exotic Western Caribbean Mobile $1284
10 Mar 2024 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $1162
16 Mar 2024 8 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1367
24 Mar 2024 6 Day Western Caribbean Mobile $1190
30 Mar 2024 7 Day Bahamas Cruise Mobile $1378
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