Grand class · Carnival · In service since 2001
Carnival Adventure
Carnival Adventure is a Grand class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2001. At about 108,806 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,600 guests and ranks #19 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 108,806 gross tons
- 2,600 guests
- 948 ft long
Photo: Jean-Philippe Boulet, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Grand class
- Entered service
- 2001 (25 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 108,806
- Guests
- 2,600
- Length
- 948 ft (289 m)
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- United Kingdom
- IMO number
- 9192351
About Carnival Adventure
Carnival Adventure has had several identities: it was built in 2001 as Golden Princess, became P&O Australia’s Pacific Adventure, and took its Carnival name in 2025 when P&O Australia was folded into Carnival. Its Grand-class layout, shared with early-2000s Princess ships, offers plenty of balcony cabins, several pool areas and a mix of smaller lounges. Based in Australia, it sails to the South Pacific, New Zealand and along the Queensland coast. For North Americans, it’s a ship you would choose as part of a fly-away vacation in Australia.
Best for: Australians and visitors to Australia who want a casual, family-friendly cruise to the South Pacific.
Carnival Adventure highlights
- Grand-class design that began life as Golden Princess
- South Pacific itineraries to islands such as New Caledonia and Vanuatu
- Large share of balcony cabins
- Several pool areas across the upper decks
How Carnival Adventure compares in size
- Carnival Celebration183,521
- Carnival Jubilee183,521
- Mardi Gras181,808
- Carnival Venezia135,500
- Carnival Firenze135,156
- Carnival Vista133,500
- Carnival Horizon133,500
- Carnival Panorama133,500
- Carnival Dream130,000
- Carnival Magic130,000
- Carnival Breeze130,000
- Carnival Splendor113,300
- Carnival Conquest110,000
- Carnival Glory110,000
- Carnival Valor110,000
- Carnival Liberty110,000
- Carnival Freedom110,000
- Carnival Encounter108,977
- Carnival Adventure108,806
- Carnival Sunshine102,853
- Carnival Sunrise101,509
- Carnival Radiance101,509
- Carnival Luminosa92,720
- Carnival Pride88,500
- Carnival Legend88,500
- Carnival Miracle88,500
- Carnival Spirit85,920
- Carnival Elation71,909
- Carnival Paradise70,367
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Grand class sister ships
Sailing with Carnival
Carnival Cruise Line is America’s budget-friendly “Fun Ship” brand: casual, sociable and packed with free food, comedy and pool-deck parties. It sails from more US ports than almost any other line, which makes short Caribbean, Bahamas and Mexico getaways easy to reach. It suits families, groups and value seekers, less so travelers wanting quiet elegance or fine dining.
Read our full Carnival guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Carnival Adventure FAQs
How big is Carnival Adventure?
Carnival Adventure measures about 108,806 gross tons and is about 948 feet (289 m) long. That makes it #19 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #117 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Adventure carry?
About 2,600 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.
When was Carnival Adventure built?
Carnival Adventure entered service in 2001 and was built by Fincantieri. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is Carnival Adventure?
Carnival Adventure belongs to Carnival's Grand class, alongside Carnival Encounter. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Adventure good for families?
Camp Ocean runs free supervised activities for kids aged 2 to 11 in age groups, Circle C is for 12- to 14-year-olds and Club O2 is for teens 15 to 17. Night Owls offers paid late-evening group babysitting. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Carnival Adventure offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Carnival official site.