9.0 hours ashore on average
Ships typically dock in Noumea for around 9.0 hours. That's enough time for a full island tour, a beach day, or a combination of shorter experiences.

Tours & Experiences in Noumea

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Blissful Getaway: Treat Yourself to a Spa Massage in Nouméa
Blissful Getaway: Treat Yourself to a Spa Massage in Nouméa
★★★★★ 5.0 (28 reviews) ⏱️ 1.5h
We offers an extraordinary experience that sets us apart. Our high-end massage and spa sanctuary captivates discerning travelers with a diverse range of luxurious massages, including Thai, Swedish, Ayurvedic, Shiatsu, reflexology, and more. What truly makes us unique is our exceptional customer service and internationally renowned masseuses. With unmatched skills and expertise, our masseuses bring a fusion of techniques from around the world, ensuring an unforgettable journey of relaxation and rejuvenation. From the moment guests enter, our dedicated staff provides personalized attention, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Luxsa Spa is committed to delivering an exceptional experience where extraordinary customer service meets the talents of our internationally acclaimed masseuses, resulting in an oasis of tranquility and well-being that leaves a lasting impression.
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Full Day Water Taxi to Amedee Island from Noumea
Full Day Water Taxi to Amedee Island from Noumea
★★★★★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ⏱️ 6.0h
Discover Amedee Island and its magical coral-fringed lagoon, just 45 minutes by water taxi from Noumea. Located in the heart of a protected marine reserve near the barrier reef, the island is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and exceptional marine life. Swim with turtles and snorkel all year round without stinger suits, discovering colorful fish and coral reefs. You can visit its 56-meter-high lighthouse, the only metal lighthouse in France, and climb it with a pass (300 XPF per person) and is subject to opening days managed independently. We cannot guarantee access during your visit. This tour is suitable for guests under 70 years old and in good physical condition. The transfer to the island is by inflatable boat and can be quite bumpy. Snorkeling is self-guided, with safety instructions provided by the skipper.
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Aerodrome Magenta Noumea (New Caledonia) transfer with LYVAI
Aerodrome Magenta Noumea (New Caledonia) transfer with LYVAI
★★★★★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ⏱️ 0.3h
Personalized (VIP) or Shared Transport Lyvai Tour has been solicited by the Chamber of Commerce of New Caledonia to cater for all passengers at each arrivals and departures of Magenta domestic airport. Our packages are exclusively tailored to visitors offering transfers between hotels, residences and the airport. Our fleet has a wide range of vehicles which can serve an individual or large groups from 5 to 56 passengers, our services include private airport car service or VIP at competitive rates. Lyvai always delivers on-time and safe ground transportation.
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Airport Transfers Premium One Way Tontouta-Sheraton Deva Resort
Airport Transfers Premium One Way Tontouta-Sheraton Deva Resort
★★★★★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ⏱️ 1.7h
Private Custom Tours & Transfers offers you the best Private Transfer service in Mercedes Vinao (Premium) and Kia. You travel as in your living room, installed comfortably you can contemplate the landscape between Nouméa and the airport or vice versa.
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Explore the Wonders of New Caledonia from Noumea Cruise Terminal
Explore the Wonders of New Caledonia from Noumea Cruise Terminal
★★★★★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ⏱️ 3.0h
Discover Nouméa’s Untamed Beauty in Just 3 Hours! Step straight from your cruise into an unforgettable adventure. Journey deep into the fantastic Zoo-Park Forestier, where rare birds soar overhead and unique reptiles—found nowhere else on Earth—await discovery. Wander hidden trails, breathe in the wild beauty of New Caledonia, and then relax in a serene palm-fringed oasis. With seamless port pickup, expert local guides, comfortable transport, and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship, it’s the perfect way to turn your short stop into a big adventure. Make your Nouméa visit extraordinary—every moment counts!
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Private 2H Relaxing Massage Experience with Essential Oils
Private 2H Relaxing Massage Experience with Essential Oils
★★★★★ 4.9 (9 reviews) ⏱️ 2.0h
Given the popularity of Massages in New Caledonia and the prices charged, we have created a Concept which allows everyone to taste the joys of Massage. Relaxing Californian massages with essential oils based on Swedish, Japanese, Indian and Oceanian. Our salon is located at Casa del Sole, one of the most beautiful spots in New Caledonia!
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Whale Watching by sailing catamaran from Noumea
Whale Watching by sailing catamaran from Noumea
★★★★★ 4.8 (26 reviews) ⏱️ 9.0h
Enjoy an exciting 5-hour private water taxi excursion on the world's largest lagoon and second largest great barrier reef, with a personal skipper. Amedee tropical island is a must-see around Noumea where you can enjoy its pristine white sands beaches and great snorkeling. The Barrier Reef is just few minutes from the Island and you will have the opportunity to view its turquoise water and local sea life. Finish your half-day adventure by soaking up the sights on your high speed water-taxi ride back to Noumea.
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Transfer Nouméa to Tontouta Airport by Premium Sedan
Transfer Nouméa to Tontouta Airport by Premium Sedan
★★★★★ 4.8 (4 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
The PREMIUM private car with driver is an exclusive and personalized service for all your transfers. To ensure optimum quality of service, we offer a high-end solution. Comfortable and air-conditioned, the vehicles are high-end vehicles. Our multilingual drivers are our ambassadors. Available, punctual, courteous, and irreproachable attention, they know how to be discreet in all circumstances. In order to best satisfy our customers, a small bottle of water is available in the car for each passenger.
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Amedee Lighthouse
Amedee Lighthouse
★★★★★ 4.7 (300 reviews) ⏱️ 8.5h
Our daytrip includes hotel transfers to the boat, 45 minutes on a luxury yacht takes you to Amedee island which is a marine reserve. Discover the beautiful coral and marine life on our 30 minutes glass bottom boat tour. Welcome punch to start a buffet style lunch featuring local produces for a taste of typical island favorites. Icy cold beer, French wine and fruit juice are included. Enjoy our island dancing show while having your coffee and desserts. Climb the 247 steps to reach the top of the lighthouse where the view is spectacular. Ample time for sun bathing, snorkeling and swimming in crystal clear water in paradise. *only available for a minimum stay of 3 days or more in New Caledonia.
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Transfer Tontouta International Airport (New Caledonia) - LYVAI
Transfer Tontouta International Airport (New Caledonia) - LYVAI
★★★★★ 4.7 (27 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
Lyvai Tour has been solicited by the Chamber of Commerce of New Caledonia to cater for all passengers at each arrivals and departures of Tontouta International Airport. Our packages available 7 days a week - 24/7, are exclusively tailored to visitors offering transfers between hotels, residences and the airport. Also possibility too of car rental with private driver or VIP Our fleet has a wide range of vehicles which can serve an individual or large groups from 5 to 56 passengers, our services include private airport car service or VIP at competitive rates. Lyvai always delivers on-time and safe ground transportation.
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Tontouta Airport Transfer Roundtrip Tontouta-Noumea-Tontouta
Tontouta Airport Transfer Roundtrip Tontouta-Noumea-Tontouta
★★★★★ 4.7 (3 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
Private Custom Tours & Transfers offers you the best private and shared transfer service in Mercedes Viano (VIP), Kia (Premium) and minibus (shared transport). You will travel like in your living room if you choose the VIP mode, otherwise you will be comfortably settled in our other vehicles where you can contemplate the landscape between Nouméa and the airport or vice versa.
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Water Taxi Signal Island Turtle Tour for cruisers
Water Taxi Signal Island Turtle Tour for cruisers
★★★★★ 4.6 (410 reviews) ⏱️ 4.0h
We propose a water taxi to Signal island, specially made for cruisers. We pick up you directly at the cruise ship terminal. Get off the beaten tracks and swim with turtles in a paradise island from Noumea. Food & drinks not included 4 hours to discover "wild side" of the south lagoon. This tour is reserved for people under 70 years old and in good physical condition. It's a physical inflatable bumpy boat ride to go to the Island. You will snorkel by your own means. No guide, just personal instructions given by the skipper.
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Aquarium Package in Nouméa's with Admission + HOHO with LYVAI
Aquarium Package in Nouméa's with Admission + HOHO with LYVAI
★★★★★ 4.6 (20 reviews) ⏱️ 1.5h
Nouméa's Aquarium, a grandiose and playful space, allowing the discovery of all the different aquatic ecosystems of New Caledonia. From fresh water to the deep-sea areas, all the diversity of the lagoon is accessible to the visitors in 33 sea water tanks, illuminated with natural light, including the famous fluorescent corals and nautilus endemic to New Caledonia.The big Turtle water tank is situated in the outside park area of the Aquarium. A little bridge over the tank allows you to be just above this lovable friends. Your return transfers to the Aquarium are assured by the included Hop On Hop Off buses. Feel free to use these buses throughout your day to reach a total of 7 different destinations in Nouméa. PLEASE NOTE This package is available only if Cruise Ships are docked in Nouméa. Official last admission of the attraction is 4p.m. but we remind you that the last Hop On Hop Off bus stops at 4p.m. in front of the Aquarium. Please be sure about your timing. Closed on Mondays.
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The "French Touch" Tour
The "French Touch" Tour
★★★★★ 4.6 (8 reviews) ⏱️ 7.0h
It's a complete and simple circuit at a time. You can let yourself be guided and walk by yourself ... Through a mixture of gastronomy, culture, art you can at the same time contemplate these beautiful landscapes ...
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Master Island turtle tour for cruisers
Master Island turtle tour for cruisers
★★★★★ 4.6 (7 reviews) ⏱️ 3.0h
We propose a water taxi to Master island, specially made for cruisers. We pick up you directly at the cruise ship terminal. Get off the beaten tracks and swim with turtles in a paradise island from Noumea. Food & drinks not included 3 hours to discover "wild side" of the south lagoon. we Include: - Beach umbrella with reclining chair - Possibility to borrow masks and snorkels - Free Wi-Fi - Free access to toilets and showers, Snack Bar with food available on site - Jet ski, kayak, paddle rental and other activities... - Guide supervision
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North: Bourail
North: Bourail
★★★★★ 4.5 (2 reviews) ⏱️ 8.0h
On the way, we will cross the villages of Boulouparis, La Foa and its famous old fashionable bridge. A first stop with a breathtaking view of the Turtle Bay, then we will lunch near the beautiful beach of Poe where you can swim. For those wishing to experience a sensational flight of 30 minutes above the incredible blue lagoon, this option must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
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Airport Transfer: La Tontouta International Airport to Noumea
Airport Transfer: La Tontouta International Airport to Noumea
★★★★ 4.4 (94 reviews)
Take the stress out of arriving in New Caledonia with a seat in coach transfer from La Tontouta International Airport to your Noumea Hotel. La Tontouta Airport is located approximately 52-kilometers from Noumea and your transfer operator has over 35 years’ experience. With a fleet of over 100 vehicles including private cars to buses with 8 seats, 13 seats, 16 seats, 19 seats and 50 seats you will be met for any International flight arrival at any time of day or night. Your transfer service also includes a meet and greet as well as access to a VIP transfer lounge at La Tontouta airport.
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Tontouta Airport Transfers One-way Tontouta-Noumea / Noumea-Tontouta
Tontouta Airport Transfers One-way Tontouta-Noumea / Noumea-Tontouta
★★★★ 4.4 (9 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
Private Custom Tours & Transfers offers you the best private and shared transfer service in Mercedes Viano (VIP), Kia (Premium) and minibus (shared transport). You will travel like in your living room if you choose the VIP mode, otherwise you will be comfortably settled in our other vehicles where you can contemplate the landscape between Nouméa and the airport or vice versa.
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Ponton Day Trip SWIM with fish’s All meals included with LYVAI
Ponton Day Trip SWIM with fish’s All meals included with LYVAI
★★★★ 4.4 (8 reviews) ⏱️ 5.0h
SWIM WITH TUTTLES, FISH’S …. and Enjoy your meat. The island's only floating seafood restaurant and tropical bar, located 7 minutes from the shore. Accessible by Taxi Boat, this little gem, in the middle of the Tamanou Reef coastal waters offers a unique snorkeling and kayaking experience, while our bar and restaurant provide customers with fresh savory seafood dishes and fancy cocktails to enjoy on our deck chairs or chill out at the inflatable floating lounge. An underwater tunnel equipped with 20 windows allows travelers and their families to admire our local underwater kingdom without even getting wet.
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FAMOUS Local Green Train Noumea (01h30) with LYVAI
FAMOUS Local Green Train Noumea (01h30) with LYVAI
★★★★ 4.3 (279 reviews) ⏱️ 1.5h
The Green train ride is a 90 minute enjoyable and informative guided tour that offers an opportunity to see Nouméa city and get a sense of it's history. The tour stops at the Ouen Toro lookout which has a stunning view over the Pacific Ocean and the Lagoon. Our local tour guides have special ways of providing passengers with commentaries and historical insight that it will make them feel connected to this island like never before ! Suitable for all ages and entertaining for the whole family..... Your departure time approx: - ETD for morning Ships : 09:30a.m. / 10:15a.m. / 11:00a.m. / 1:15 p.m. - ETD for afternoon Ships : 3:30p.m. / 4p.m. ITINERARY - Cruise Ship Terminal. - Castel Hagen Noumea's oldest mansion, part of town's colonial heritage. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, Sunday and Monday, trains will stop at Rocher la Voile. - Ouen Toro :The Ouen Toro lookout point & a stunning view over the Pacific Lagoon.
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Country Tour 2.5 included Tjibaou Cultural Center & Church -LYVAI
Country Tour 2.5 included Tjibaou Cultural Center & Church -LYVAI
★★★★ 4.3 (48 reviews) ⏱️ 2.5h
Travel in our air-conditioned buses towards your first stop the "Tjibaou Cultural Centre”. You will discover the unique architecture of the Center, a polycultural complex, mainly dedicated to Kanak art. This tour Includes entrance fees to the Cultural Centre and a guided tour of about 45 minutes. Then we will head towards the second stop located in the town of Mont Dore, the church at the Catholic mission of Conception, starting point of Christianity in New Caledonia with the statue of our lady at the top of its bell tower and the remarkable stained glass windows. Then your journey will continue to the lookout situated at Ouen Toro with a 360 ° view of the Caledonian lagoon and the areas of Mont Dore, Anse-Vata, Promenade Pierre Vernier, magnificent mountain ranges to name a few. Finally back to Nouméa city centre, passing by the marinas, town beaches, colonial houses and more… PLEASE NOTE : This tour is only operating when Cruise Ships are docked in Nouméa !!
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Airport Transfer: Noumea to La Tontouta International Airport
Airport Transfer: Noumea to La Tontouta International Airport
★★★★ 4.2 (50 reviews) ⏱️ 1.0h
The most economical, safe and friendly way to get to and from the airport. Moving from your hotel to the International Airport has never been easier! Airport Shuttle can always get you where you're going safely, efficiently, & comfortably. La Tontouta Airport is located approximately 52-kilometers from Noumea and your transfer operator has over 35 years’ experience. With a fleet of over 100 vehicles including private cars to buses with 8 seats, 13 seats, 16 seats, 19 seats and 50 seats you will be met for any International flight departure at any time of day or night.
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Private One Day Tour through The Deep South
Private One Day Tour through The Deep South
★★★★ 4.2 (6 reviews) ⏱️ 7.0h
Let's first stop at the Mont Dore fountain, then we cross the mountain range to reach the east coast and the village of Yaté (possible stop at the Blue River Park). We then cross the coast to the south with a stop at Gîte Yia and then in the village of Touaourou and its pretty colonial church, another stop near the village of Goro towards an incredible waterfall. On the way back we will stop at the Madeleine Falls for a photo and maybe a swim before returning to Noumea.
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Airport transfer from Tontouta to Nouméa by Premium Sedan
Airport transfer from Tontouta to Nouméa by Premium Sedan
★★★★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
The PREMIUM private car with driver is an exclusive and personalized service for all your transfers. To ensure optimum quality of service, we offer a high-end solution. Comfortable and air-conditioned, the vehicles are high-end vehicles. Our multilingual drivers are our ambassadors. Available, punctual, courteous, and irreproachable attention, they know how to be discreet in all circumstances. In order to best satisfy our customers, a small bottle of water is available in the car for each passenger.
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Guided City Orientation Tour of Noumea
Guided City Orientation Tour of Noumea
★★★★ 4.1 (89 reviews) ⏱️ 2.0h
Discover Noumea on this 90 minute, small group introduction tour. This City orientation tour is guided, entertaining, fun and educational. It is the perfect tour to do upon arrival into Noumea acquainting yourself with the best areas, various neighborhoods and activities to do in Noumea.
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Full Day Nouméa Signal Island Turtle Tour
Full Day Nouméa Signal Island Turtle Tour
★★★★ 4.1 (13 reviews) ⏱️ 7.0h
SIGNAL ISLAND is the perfect location to explore New Caledonia's Southern lagoon first hand. We pick up you directly at Port Brunelet - Gate E. Get off the beaten tracks and swim with turtles in a paradise island (Signal Island) from Noumea. 7 hours to discover "wild side" of the south lagoon of New Caledonia. Unknown from the crowd of your boat, it is the best spot to snorkel and swim with turtles in their local environment, at only 30 minutes from Noumea with our water taxi. You will be able to enjoy the magnificent white sand beach, historical trail around this island and beautiful, natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. This tour is reserved for people under 70 years old and in good physical condition. It's a physical inflatable bumpy boat ride to go to the Island. You will snorkel by your own means. No guide, just personal instructions given by the skipper.
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Bus Tour to Multiple Stops EN in Nouméa
Bus Tour to Multiple Stops EN in Nouméa
★★★★ 4.0 (5 reviews) ⏱️ 6.0h
Discover the vibrant heart DE Nouméa with the flexible Hop On Hop Off EN bus tour. Check-out from the cruise terminal includes stops at the dynamic Point of Sale DE Nouméa, ideal for discovering local crafts and enjoying fresh tropical fruits. Relax DE the beautiful Baie des Citrons beach or explore the Nouméa Aquarium, renowned for its colourful marine fauna. Thanks to a convenient return schedule, you can enjoy DE must-sees in the city at your own pace, a perfect formula for passengers EN route looking for an unforgettable experience. - Day Pass Check-out from Cruise Terminal DE - Discover the local culture at Point of Sale DE Nouméa and Shopping in Port Plaisance - Relax at the beach DE la Baie DEs Citrons and visit DE l’Aquarium de Nouméa - Flexible hours with returns at 3pm and 6.30pm
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Zoological and Forestry Park Admission Ticket with LYVAI
Zoological and Forestry Park Admission Ticket with LYVAI
★★★★ 3.7 (6 reviews) ⏱️ 1.0h
This shady park was created to guarantee the protection of one of the last plots of dry forest that exists in Nouméa. Covering an area of 34 hectares, it houses the only collection of live terrestrial animals of New Caledonia. Natural Heritage : Flora : The park is home to several areas of dry forest, araucaria plantations, a palm grove and a collection of cacti. Fauna : The animal collection numbers more than 700 animals. Some remarkable species included in the park are : the Cagou, the emblem of New Caledonia and protected bird, the Flying fox, the Caledonian crow & the giant gecko of Leach. Landscape : Visitors can discover the magnificant views of Noumea and its bays from within the park. The package includes transfers and admission fees to the park (note this is not a guided tour). You can choose to leave from 10:30am onwards and a last shuttle is around 2pm. You can stay as long as you want 1, 2 or 3 hours. This package is only available if Cruise Ships are docked in Noum
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Hop-On Hop-Off / HOHO / All Day Pass (return ticket's) with LYVAI
Hop-On Hop-Off / HOHO / All Day Pass (return ticket's) with LYVAI
★★★★ 3.5 (91 reviews) ⏱️ 0.8h
Hop On Hop Off - the most convenient way to get around during your day. As many buses as you want, as many times you like, to 7 popular stops - all day long !
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The Unmissable Tour
The Unmissable Tour
★★★★ 3.5 (11 reviews) ⏱️ 3.0h
This circuit is short for those who have a small budget or do not want to spend a whole day. This allows to have a quick overview of the situation of Nouméa.
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When to Visit Noumea

Cruise season patterns based on scheduled ship visits and passenger volumes

Winter Season
Dec – Feb
179,931 estimated passengers across 53 ship visits. Moderate activity — good availability.
Spring Season
Mar – May
99,201 estimated passengers across 29 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Summer Season
Jun – Aug
35,992 estimated passengers across 11 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Autumn Season
Sep – Nov
98,791 estimated passengers across 28 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.

Cruise Lines Visiting Noumea

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Carnival Cruise Line Cruises (137) Royal Caribbean Cruises (46) Princess Cruises Cruises (16) Celebrity Cruises Cruises (10) Costa Cruises Cruises (9) Holland America Cruises (7) Crystal Cruises Cruises (6) Oceania Cruises Cruises (4) Cunard Cruises (3) Norwegian Cruise Line Cruises (2) Phoenix Reisen Cruises (1) Seabourn Cruises Cruises (1)

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Next scheduled visits to Noumea

Tue 15 Sep
Carnival Adventure
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises
08:00 – 17:00
Thu 24 Sep
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises
08:00 – 17:00
Fri 2 Oct
Carnival Adventure
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises
08:00 – 17:00
Mon 5 Oct
Carnival Encounter
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises
14:00 – 21:00

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