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P&O Cruises's Pacific Explorer

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Pacific Explorer

Get ready to explore our Pacific Explorer! Whiz down waterslides by day, enjoy great restaurants and bars in the evening and catch an edgy new stage show at night. There’s something for every member of the family.

When it comes to dining guests will be spoilt for choice with 12 dining experiences all included in the cruise fare

All this combined with P&O’s stylish yet relaxed modern Australian interior designs. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard.

WATERSLIDES:
The young and the young at heart will enjoy hours of fun on the two waterslides. One is disco themed and features bright lights and music the whole way down!

ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES:
Choose your Adventure with P&O Edge. The P&O Edge Adventure Park is your ticket to action and excitement. Try Rock Climbing, The Flying Fox, Walk the Plank and more.

STAGE SHOWS:
All of our exciting and exclusive shows have been especially designed for P&O Cruises with you in mind. Let us entertain you with a huge range of exciting shows including Let's Misbehave, Love Riot, Rock - Anthem of Ages, Slumber, Seven and more….Whatever you're into, we've got something to make you smile.

FIND YOUR NEW LOCAL:
Well known for our social bar scene, Pacific Explorer takes night life to the next level with a huge range of inviting bars and pubs.

Ship Data

Rating
3 Star
Cruise Line
P&O Cruises
Preferred Cruise Line
 

Ship Profile & Stats

Length
260 m
Tonnage
77,441
Maiden Voyage
1997
Refurbished
2016
Passenger Capacity
1998

Ship Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Fridge
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Telephone

Ship Facilities

  • 400 Gradi
  • Aerobics
  • Angelos
  • Beauty Salon
  • Big Screen
  • Black Circus
  • Blue Room
  • Casino
  • Charlies Bar
  • Chef'sTable
  • Dragon Lady
  • Explorer Hotel
  • Fitness Centre
  • Ice Cream
  • Kids Club
  • Lawn Bowls
  • Lukes
  • Marquee Theatre
  • Massage
  • Medical Centre
  • Ocean Bar
  • Photo Shop
  • Saunas
  • Shell & Bones
  • Spa
  • Sports Court
  • Swimming Pools
  • The Bonded Store
  • The Oasis
  • The Pantry
  • Waterfront Restaurant
  • Waterslides & Waterpark

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night Kangaroo Island ex Melbourne Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 25 Nov 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 2 Night Comedy Cruise ex Melbourne to Adelaide

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 29 Nov 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 2 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night Southern Getaway ex Adelaide Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Adelaide, S A.
  • Sailing Date: 01 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night 90s 00s ex Adelaide Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Adelaide, S A.
  • Sailing Date: 05 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, Southern Getaway ex Adelaide Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Adelaide, S A.
  • Sailing Date: 09 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night Kangaroo Island ex Adelaide Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Adelaide, S A.
  • Sailing Date: 13 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 2 Night Comedy Cruise ex Adelaide to Melbourne

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Adelaide, S A.
  • Sailing Date: 17 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 2 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 8 Night Christmas Cruise ex Melbourne Return from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 19 Dec 2024
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 8 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 3 Night Comedy Cruise ex Melbourne Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 27 Dec 2024
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 3 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 13 Night New Year's Eve Cruise ex Melbourne Return from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 30 Dec 2024
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 13 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 5 Night A Taste of Tasmania ex Melbourne Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 12 Jan 2025
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 5 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 3 Night Comedy Cruise ex Melbourne Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 17 Jan 2025
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 3 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night Kangaroo Island ex Melbourne Return

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 20 Jan 2025
  • Price From: Request Quote
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 3 Night Comedy Cruise ex Melbourne Return from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 24 Jan 2025
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 3 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 7 Night Southern Explorer ex Melbourne to Fremantle from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
  • Sailing Date: 27 Jan 2025
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 7 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 4 Night Exmouth ex Fremantle Return from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Perth (Fremantle), WA Australia
  • Sailing Date: 03 Feb 2025
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 4 night(s)

Pacific Explorer, 11 Night Asia Explorer ex Fremantle to Singapore from NZD 0

  • Cruise Line: P&O Cruises
  • Cruise Ship: Pacific Explorer
  • Departure From: Perth (Fremantle), WA Australia
  • Sailing Date: 07 Feb 2025
  • Price From: NZD 0
  • Duration: 11 night(s)

Splash the day away at the exciting waterpark featuring a range of larger-than-life interactive water features. The young and the young at heart will enjoy hours of fun on the two waterslides. One is disco themed and features bright lights and music the whole way down!

You’ll find a selection of talented home-grown Australian musicians playing live every night on Pacific Explorer.

Black Circus takes onboard entertainment to new levels with exclusive dinner and show packages and a glamorous cabaret style show. It’s the ultimate night out full of spectacle and outrageous fun!

We’re proud to introduce our new partnership with Archie Rose Distilling Company. Enjoy their incredible spirits in The Bonded Store and take part in special gin making classes.

Let us entertain you with a huge range of exciting shows including new show launching on Pacific Explorer, Lets Misbehave.

Well known for our social bar scene, Pacific Explorer takes night life to the next level with a huge range of inviting bars and pubs.

PT - Penthouse Suite

Penthouse Suite featuring twin beds that convert to a Queen bed plus a Sofa which converts to a double sofa bed, and a balcony. Average Suite size is 686 Square Feet

SA - Suite

Offering the high life on the high seas with a balcony, separate sitting area, priority embarkation, complimentary laundry service, a Nespresso coffee machine, iPod music system and an invitation to the Senior Officers Cocktail (on cruises of 5 nights or more). Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including: Private balcony and spacious living area Floor to ceiling windows Bathroom with bath and shower Telephone Flat screen TV Walk-in wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair Safety deposit box Fridge CD/DVD player, fully loaded iPod with docking station Air-conditioning with personal controls Priority embarkation and disembarkation Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows) Invitation to senior officer's private cocktail party (on cruises over 5 nights) Complimentary bottled water and laundry service Coffee machine iPod music player Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director Priority tender tickets Priority dining reservations Priority spa reservations Priority bookings for shore tours Canapes on cocktail evenings Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival Priority spa reservations Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite Premium bathroom amenities Complimentary bathrobe and slippers Turndown service Complimentary shoe shine service Optional complimentary afternoon tea served in suite Optional complimentary breakfast served in suite Average Suite size is 526 Square Feet

M5 - Mini Suite

Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Mini-Suites. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Mini-Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including: Private balcony and spacious living area Floor to ceiling windows Bathroom with shower over bath Flat screen TV Telephone Safety deposit box Wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair Fridge Air-conditioning with personal controls Priority embarkation and disembarkation Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows) Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite Complimentary bath robe and slippers Turndown service Complimentary shoe shine service Average Suite size is 370 Square Feet

MA - Mini Suite

Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Mini-Suites. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Mini-Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including: Private balcony and spacious living area Floor to ceiling windows Bathroom with shower over bath Flat screen TV Telephone Safety deposit box Wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair Fridge Air-conditioning with personal controls Priority embarkation and disembarkation Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows) Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite Complimentary bath robe and slippers Turndown service Complimentary shoe shine service Average Suite size is 370 Square Feet

MB - Mini Suite

Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Mini-Suites. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Mini-Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including: Private balcony and spacious living area Floor to ceiling windows Bathroom with shower over bath Flat screen TV Telephone Safety deposit box Wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair Fridge Air-conditioning with personal controls Priority embarkation and disembarkation Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows) Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite Complimentary bath robe and slippers Turndown service Complimentary shoe shine service Average Suite size is 370 Square Feet

BA - Deluxe Balcony Stateroom

Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need. Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 179 Square Feet

BB - Balcony Stateroom

Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need. Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 179 Square Feet

BC - Balcony Stateroom

Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need. Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 179 Square Feet

BD - Balcony Stateroom

Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need. Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 179 Square Feet

BE - Balcony Stateroom

Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need. Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 179 Square Feet

OD - Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 173 Square Feet

OE - Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 155 Square Feet

OG - Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 155 Square Feet

OF - Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 155 Square Feet

OI - Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average Cabin size is 155 Square Feet

OV - Obstructed Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: A window or porthole Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Obstructed Oceanview Cabin featuring twin beds that may convert to a Queen. Average Cabin size is 155 Square Feet

IA - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT

IB - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT

IC - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT

ID - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT

IE - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT

IF - Interior Stateroom

Wake up with your loved ones! Our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Interior rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share. Interior rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including: Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge Average cabin size is 135 SQ FT
  • Air Conditioning
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Fridge
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Telephone
  • 400 Gradi
  • Aerobics
  • Angelos
  • Beauty Salon
  • Big Screen
  • Black Circus
  • Blue Room
  • Casino
  • Charlies Bar
  • Chef'sTable
  • Dragon Lady
  • Explorer Hotel
  • Fitness Centre
  • Ice Cream
  • Kids Club
  • Lawn Bowls
  • Lukes
  • Marquee Theatre
  • Massage
  • Medical Centre
  • Ocean Bar
  • Photo Shop
  • Saunas
  • Shell & Bones
  • Spa
  • Sports Court
  • Swimming Pools
  • The Bonded Store
  • The Oasis
  • The Pantry
  • Waterfront Restaurant
  • Waterslides & Waterpark