Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof Drink Package: Price & What’s Included
Carnival Cruise Line offers CHEERS! Zero Proof as its premium non-alcoholic drink package on cruises departing from Australia. The package goes well beyond unlimited soft drinks, covering bottled water, juices, frozen drinks, milkshakes, energy drinks and several alcohol-free alternatives for eligible adult passengers.
The photographed Carnival Australia offer shows CHEERS! Zero Proof starting at AUD $39.99 per person, per day when purchased before the cruise. Carnival also offers the package for purchase onboard at a higher daily price.
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Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof Price
For cruises departing Australia, Carnival currently prices CHEERS! Zero Proof at:
- AUD $39.99 per person, per day when purchased before the cruise
- AUD $44.99 per person, per day when purchased onboard
The package must be purchased for the full duration of the cruise.
Carnival also states that a 20% service charge is added to drink packages, so passengers should take that additional charge into account when calculating the total cost.
What Is Carnival CHEERS! Zero Proof in Australia?
CHEERS! Zero Proof is Carnival’s premium non-alcoholic beverage package.
It is available on Carnival cruises departing from Australia and covers significantly more than the line’s Bottomless Bubbles soft drink package.
The Australian CHEERS! Zero Proof package currently includes:
- Coca-Cola soft drinks
- Standard juices
- 600ml bottled water
- Zero-proof cocktails for guests 18+
- Alcohol-free beer for guests 18+
- Alcohol-free sparkling wine for guests 18+
- Frozen non-alcoholic drinks
- Standard smoothies
- Standard milkshakes
- Energy drinks
This makes the package particularly relevant for passengers who want more than soft drinks but do not want Carnival’s alcoholic CHEERS! package.
How Much Does CHEERS! Zero Proof Cost for an Australian Cruise?
Using Carnival’s current AUD $39.99 pre-cruise daily price, the base package price works out to:
- 3-day cruise – AUD $119.97 per person
- 4-day cruise – AUD $159.96 per person
- 5-day cruise – AUD $199.95 per person
- 6-day cruise – AUD $239.94 per person
- 7-day cruise – AUD $279.93 per person
- 8-day cruise – AUD $319.92 per person
- 10-day cruise – AUD $399.90 per person
These figures are the base package price before the applicable service charge.
Buying onboard is more expensive because Carnival currently charges AUD $44.99 per person, per day instead of the AUD $39.99 pre-cruise rate.
Are Soft Drinks Included?
Yes.
The Australian CHEERS! Zero Proof package includes Coca-Cola soft drinks.
Passengers who primarily want unlimited soft drinks and juice should also compare the package against Carnival’s less expensive Bottomless Bubbles package before purchasing.
Is Bottled Water Included?
Yes.
Carnival includes 600ml bottled water with CHEERS! Zero Proof on Australian cruises.
This is an important difference compared with Bottomless Bubbles, which does not include bottled water.
For passengers who regularly pick up bottles of water throughout the day or before heading around the ship, bottled water can contribute significantly to the usefulness of the package.
Are Zero-Proof Cocktails Included?
Yes, although an age restriction applies.
Carnival Australia includes zero-proof cocktails for passengers age 18 and older.
These provide a cocktail-style alternative without the alcohol contained in Carnival’s regular cocktails.
Is Alcohol-Free Beer Included?
Yes.
Alcohol-free beer is included for passengers age 18 and older.
Carnival also includes alcohol-free sparkling wine for passengers 18 and older.
Despite being alcohol-free products, Carnival applies its Australian adult age restriction to these drinks.
Are Milkshakes Included?
Yes.
Standard milkshakes are included in the Australian CHEERS! Zero Proof package.
There is one important exception for Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter.
Specialty New Zealand Natural milkshakes are excluded from CHEERS! Zero Proof on those two ships.
Passengers aboard Carnival Adventure or Carnival Encounter should therefore distinguish between standard included milkshakes and the separately excluded New Zealand Natural products.
Are Smoothies Included?
Yes.
Carnival’s current Australian information lists standard smoothies among the included beverages.
That adds another non-carbonated option for passengers who do not want to rely primarily on soft drinks throughout the cruise.
Are Energy Drinks Included?
Yes.
Energy drinks are included in Carnival Australia’s CHEERS! Zero Proof package.
For passengers who regularly purchase energy drinks onboard, this is another category that can help justify the higher cost compared with a basic soft drink package.
Are Specialty Coffees Included?
No.
Specialty coffees and teas are specifically excluded from the Australian CHEERS! Zero Proof package.
This is an important distinction because passengers researching CHEERS! Zero Proof online may encounter information about versions of the package sold in other regions.
For an Australian Carnival cruise, passengers should use the Australian inclusions rather than assuming that information about a U.S. package also applies.
What Is Not Included in Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof?
Carnival currently excludes:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Regular beer
- Alcoholic cocktails
- Wine by the glass
- Spirits and liquor
- Specialty coffees and teas
- Freshly squeezed juices
- Beverages in souvenir glasses
- Beverages offered at the gangway
- Room service beverages
- Mini-bar beverages
- In-stateroom beverage programs
- Beverages at private parties or events
- Food items
- Specialty New Zealand Natural milkshakes on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter
The package is intended specifically for eligible non-alcoholic beverages ordered onboard.
Can You Buy CHEERS! Zero Proof Once You Are Onboard?
Yes.
Carnival currently allows Australian passengers to purchase CHEERS! Zero Proof before departure or once onboard.
However, the price is higher onboard.
The current rates are:
- AUD $39.99 per person, per day pre-cruise
- AUD $44.99 per person, per day onboard
Passengers who already know they want the package can therefore save AUD $5 per person, per day by purchasing it before sailing.
Does Everyone in the Cabin Have to Buy It?
No.
Carnival states that CHEERS! Zero Proof does not require every passenger in the same stateroom to purchase the package.
This makes it considerably more flexible for families and groups where only one passenger wants the premium non-alcoholic package.
Carnival also allows CHEERS! Zero Proof and Bottomless Bubbles to be combined within the same stateroom.
However, Carnival states that adult passengers cannot combine CHEERS! Zero Proof and the alcoholic CHEERS! program within the same stateroom.
Can Kids Buy CHEERS! Zero Proof in Australia?
Carnival lists no minimum age for the overall CHEERS! Zero Proof package.
However, several individual beverages have an 18+ restriction in Australia.
Guests must be at least 18 to receive:
- Zero-proof cocktails
- Alcohol-free beer
- Alcohol-free sparkling wine
Younger passengers can still use the package for its other eligible beverages.
Families should therefore consider whether the remaining inclusions justify the package price for a child or teenager.
Can You Share the Package?
No.
CHEERS! Zero Proof is non-transferable and intended only for the passenger who purchased it.
Carnival also limits orders to one drink at a time and currently requires a 10-minute wait between drink orders.
Do You Have to Buy It for the Entire Cruise?
Yes.
CHEERS! Zero Proof must be purchased for the full duration of the cruise.
Carnival does not allow passengers to purchase it only for sea days or selected days of the itinerary.
That makes the total cruise cost more important than simply looking at the AUD $39.99 daily rate.
Can You Use CHEERS! Zero Proof in Australian Cruise Ports?
No.
The package is for eligible beverages onboard the ship.
It does not extend to destinations visited during the cruise, so drinks purchased while passengers are ashore are not covered.
The same applies during port days when passengers leave the ship for independent sightseeing or shore excursions.
Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof vs. Bottomless Bubbles
For Australian passengers who primarily want soft drinks, Bottomless Bubbles is the less expensive option.
CHEERS! Zero Proof is designed for passengers who expect to consume a broader range of beverages.
CHEERS! Zero Proof can include:
- Soft drinks
- Standard juices
- Bottled water
- Smoothies
- Milkshakes
- Frozen non-alcoholic drinks
- Energy drinks
- Zero-proof cocktails for guests 18+
- Alcohol-free beer for guests 18+
- Alcohol-free sparkling wine for guests 18+
Bottomless Bubbles focuses on unlimited soft drinks and juice and does not include bottled water.
The better package therefore depends heavily on what a passenger normally drinks.
Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof vs. CHEERS!
CHEERS! Zero Proof is the non-alcoholic alternative to Carnival’s full CHEERS! beverage package.
The standard CHEERS! package includes eligible alcoholic drinks in addition to non-alcoholic beverages and costs considerably more.
CHEERS! Zero Proof makes more sense for passengers who do not drink alcohol but still want the convenience of a broad prepaid beverage package.
Which Carnival Ships Sail From Australia?
Carnival’s Australian fleet includes ships such as:
- Carnival Adventure
- Carnival Encounter
- Carnival Splendor
- Carnival Luminosa
Ship deployments and itineraries can change by season, so passengers should confirm the ship and departure port attached to their individual booking.
Carnival specifically identifies Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter in its CHEERS! Zero Proof terms because specialty New Zealand Natural milkshakes on those ships are excluded from the package.
Why Australian Passengers Need to Check the Australian Package
This is particularly important with CHEERS! Zero Proof.
Carnival explicitly states that the package inclusions for ships homeported in Australia and New Zealand are exclusive to the region and that pricing and inclusions can differ from ships based elsewhere.
That means a passenger researching the package should not automatically rely on a U.S.-based Carnival guide.
For an Australian cruise, the relevant information is Carnival Australia’s pricing and Australian package rules.
Is Carnival Australia CHEERS! Zero Proof Worth It?
It depends on how many paid drinks you would normally order.
The package becomes more attractive for someone who might have several different beverages throughout the day, such as:
- Bottled water
- Soft drinks
- Juice
- Smoothies
- Energy drinks
- Milkshakes
- Frozen drinks
- Zero-proof cocktails for eligible adults
A passenger who mainly drinks the complimentary beverages available onboard and has only one or two soft drinks per day is less likely to get the same value.
Because the package must be purchased for every day of the cruise, passengers should calculate the total cost before buying rather than evaluating it solely on the AUD $39.99 daily price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is CHEERS! Zero Proof on Carnival Australia?
Carnival currently charges AUD $39.99 per person, per day when purchased before the cruise and AUD $44.99 per person, per day when purchased onboard.
Is CHEERS! Zero Proof available on Australian Carnival cruises?
Yes. Carnival states that CHEERS! Zero Proof applies to cruises departing from Australia.
What drinks are included?
The Australian package includes Coca-Cola soft drinks, standard juices, 600ml bottled water, frozen non-alcoholic drinks, standard smoothies, standard milkshakes and energy drinks. Eligible guests age 18+ can also receive zero-proof cocktails, alcohol-free beer and alcohol-free sparkling wine.
Is bottled water included?
Yes. The package includes 600ml bottled water.
Is coffee included?
No. Specialty coffees and teas are excluded from Carnival Australia’s CHEERS! Zero Proof package.
Are milkshakes included?
Standard milkshakes are included. Specialty New Zealand Natural milkshakes on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter are excluded.
Are smoothies included?
Yes. Standard smoothies are included in Carnival Australia’s current package.
Can children have CHEERS! Zero Proof?
Carnival lists no minimum age for the package itself, but zero-proof cocktails, alcohol-free beer and alcohol-free sparkling wine are restricted to guests age 18 and older.
Does everyone in the cabin have to purchase CHEERS! Zero Proof?
No. Carnival states that CHEERS! Zero Proof does not require every guest in the same stateroom to purchase it.
Can one person have Zero Proof and another have Bottomless Bubbles?
Yes. Carnival allows CHEERS! Zero Proof and Bottomless Bubbles within the same stateroom.
Can you share CHEERS! Zero Proof?
No. The package is non-transferable and intended for individual use.
Is there a waiting period between drinks?
Yes. Carnival currently states that there is a 10-minute wait between orders and only one drink can be ordered at a time.
Do you have to buy it for the whole cruise?
Yes. The package must be purchased for the entire cruise.
Is it cheaper to buy CHEERS! Zero Proof before the cruise?
Yes. Carnival currently charges AUD $39.99 per person, per day before departure compared with AUD $44.99 per person, per day onboard.
Conclusion
Carnival Australia’s CHEERS! Zero Proof package provides a much broader selection than a traditional soft drink package without requiring passengers to purchase the full alcoholic CHEERS! program.
For cruises departing Australia, the package currently costs AUD $39.99 per person, per day when purchased before the cruise or AUD $44.99 per person, per day onboard. It includes soft drinks, standard juices, bottled water, smoothies, standard milkshakes, frozen non-alcoholic drinks and energy drinks, with additional zero-proof beverages available to passengers age 18 and older.
The most important thing for Australian cruisers is to use the Australian package information when comparing prices and inclusions. Carnival specifically notes that its Australia and New Zealand CHEERS! Zero Proof package can differ from versions sold on ships based elsewhere.
For passengers who regularly purchase several premium non-alcoholic drinks every day, CHEERS! Zero Proof can provide a convenient all-cruise option. Those who mainly drink soft drinks should compare the total price against Bottomless Bubbles before purchasing.
