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Itinerary
| Day | Date | Port | Times |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 Apr 25 | Sydney, Australia | Depart 4:00pm |
| 2 | 29 Apr 25 | at sea | At Sea |
| 3 | 30 Apr 25 | Moreton Island, Australia | Arrive 8:00am Depart 6:00pm |
| 4 | 01 May 25 | at sea | At Sea |
| 5 | 02 May 25 | Sydney, Australia | Arrive 6:30am |
Pacific Adventure
Ship Details
Pacific Encounter is P&O's newest addition to the fleet with fresh designs reflecting the best of modern Australia. Currently home porting from Sydney she currently sails to destinations such as the South Pacific, New Zealand, as well as local cruises. From Black Circus to water slides and a kids splash area she definitely has something to keep everyone happy. From October 2020 she will start sailing out of Brisbane when the new Pacific Adventure joins the fleet
Deck Plan
Explore the spacious decks of this spectacular ship, from popular dining and entertainment venues to swimming pools, staterooms and more.
Accommodation
Suite with Balcony
- Private balcony
- Seperate sitting area
- Priority bookings for dining, spa and shore tours
- Priority embarkation, disembarkation and tendering
- Bathroom with bath and shower
- Walk-in wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair
- Pillow concierge
- Laundry and shoe shine service
- Canapes on cocktail evenings
- Complimentary bottled water
- Complimentary bathrobe and slippers
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
- Quad rooms feature a double sofa bed
- Access to Byron Beach Club (not available for 5 berth suites)
Mini-Suite with Balcony
- Private balcony
- Seperate sitting area
- Priority bookings for dining, spa and shore tours
- Priority embarkation, disembarkation
- Bathroom with shower over bath
- Flat screen TV, desk with chair
- Pillow concierge
- Laundry and show shine service
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
- Quad rooms fwature a doubt sofa bed
- Access to Byron Beach Club (M1 category only)
Balcony Cabin
- Private balcony
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Wardrobe, desk with chair
- Bar fridge
- Safety deposit box
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Oceanview Cabin
- Fixed window or port hole with outside view
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Wardrobe, desk with chair
- Bar fridge
- Safety deposit box
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Twin single beds that convery into a queen bed
- Quad rooms feature two bunk beds
Interior Cabin
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Wardrobe, desk with chair
- Bar fridge
- Safety deposit box
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
- Quad rooms feature two bunk beds or a double sofa bed
Facilities
Dining - Complimentary
- Angelo’s
- Dragon Lady
- Waterfront Restaurant
- The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
- 400 Gradi
- Luke’s Bar & Grill by Luke Mangan
- Shell & Bones
- Gradi Pronto
- Lukes Burger Bar
- New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
- 24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
- Charlie’s Bar
- The Deli
- Ivy & Brie
Bars & Nightclubs
- Adventure Hotel
- Blue Room
- Byron Beach Club
- Oasis Bar (adults only)
- Ocean Bar
- Pool Bar
Entertainment
- Comedy & Late-Night Comedy
- Big Screen
- Cinema
- Live Music
- Altitude Nightclub
- Party Nights
- Production Shows
- Black Circus
- Casino
Relaxation, Health, Wellness
- Fitness Centre & Bootcamp
- Exercise Track
- The Oasis
- Elemis Spa
- Hair Salon
Activities
- Art and Craft Classes
- Dance Classes
- Hot Tubs
- Hosted Deck Games
- Sports Training Courts
- Swimming Pools
- Wellness Seminars
- Bingo
- Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
- Life Studio
- P&O Edge Adventure Park
- Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
- Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
- Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
- HQ - 10-13 years
- HQ+ - 14-17 years
- Evening Child Minding service
Miscellaneous
- Internet Cafe
- Medical Centre
- Shopping Boutiques
- Self Service Laundromat
- Duty and Tax Free Shopping
- Comedy & Late-Night Comedy
- Big Screen
- Cinema
- Live Music
- Altitude Nightclub
- Party Nights
- Production Shows
- Black Circus
- Casino
Relaxation, Health, Wellness
- Fitness Centre & Bootcamp
- Exercise Track
- The Oasis
- Elemis Spa
- Hair Salon
Activities
- Art and Craft Classes
- Dance Classes
- Hot Tubs
- Hosted Deck Games
- Sports Training Courts
- Swimming Pools
- Wellness Seminars
- Bingo
- Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
- Life Studio
- P&O Edge Adventure Park
- Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
- Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
- Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
- HQ - 10-13 years
- HQ+ - 14-17 years
- Evening Child Minding service
Miscellaneous
- Internet Cafe
- Medical Centre
- Shopping Boutiques
- Self Service Laundromat
- Duty and Tax Free Shopping
- Fitness Centre & Bootcamp
- Exercise Track
- The Oasis
- Elemis Spa
- Hair Salon
Activities
- Art and Craft Classes
- Dance Classes
- Hot Tubs
- Hosted Deck Games
- Sports Training Courts
- Swimming Pools
- Wellness Seminars
- Bingo
- Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
- Life Studio
- P&O Edge Adventure Park
- Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
- Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
- Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
- HQ - 10-13 years
- HQ+ - 14-17 years
- Evening Child Minding service
Miscellaneous
- Internet Cafe
- Medical Centre
- Shopping Boutiques
- Self Service Laundromat
- Duty and Tax Free Shopping
- Art and Craft Classes
- Dance Classes
- Hot Tubs
- Hosted Deck Games
- Sports Training Courts
- Swimming Pools
- Wellness Seminars
- Bingo
- Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
- Life Studio
- P&O Edge Adventure Park
- Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
- Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
- Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
- HQ - 10-13 years
- HQ+ - 14-17 years
- Evening Child Minding service
Miscellaneous
- Internet Cafe
- Medical Centre
- Shopping Boutiques
- Self Service Laundromat
- Duty and Tax Free Shopping
Dining
Dining - Complimentary
- Angelo's
- Dragon Lady
- Waterfront Restaurant
- The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
- 400 Gardi
- Luke's BaR & Grill by Luke Mangan
- Shell & Bones
- Gradi Pronto
- Luke's Burger Bar
- New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
- 24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
- Charlie's Bar
- The Deli
- Ivy & Brie
Entertainment
The wide range of entertainment venues onboard the P&O Pacific Adventure will ensure your cruising experience is one to remember.
Black Circus, a P&O first takes onboard entertainment to new levels with exclusive dinner and show packages coupled with a glamourous Cabaret style show – for adults only it's an experience not to be missed!!
P&O knows how to throw a party and make sure all guests are involved young or old! The following deck parties are held on board:
Cruises 2+ Nights – Sail Away Deck Party and Bianco White Party
Cruises 3+ Nights – Gatsby Party
Cruises 7+ Nights – Back to School Party
Kids
Kids
The P&O Pacific Adventure offers fun and experiences for all ages. With a team of dedicated Youth Staff kids of all ages will be looked after – kids will be entertained with fun programs, entertainment and shows for both younger and older children.
Areas for children onboard the P&O Pacific Adventure include:
- HQ (10 -13years)
- HQ+ (14-17years)
- Turtle Cove Children's Area (2-5 years)
- Shark Shack Children's Area (6-9 years)
- Evening Child Minding service