Well, i might book a cruise...
Fiji, an archipelago of 333 islands in the South Pacific, offers some of the best cruising in the world, with a fantastic array of cruise holidays to suit all budgets.
Choose from a luxury schooner that takes you to islands that are truly off the beaten track to a boutique small ship cruise around the Yasawa and Mananuca Islands; from live aboard dive yachts that allow you to experience first hand some of the best diving in the World, to one of the international Cruises ships that pass through Fiji.
From island hopping to resort hopping to nature’s playground, to the magic of the oceans, Fiji has it all in one small corner of the Pacific. The northern islands are a naturalist’s dream. The Great Astrolabe Reef, which surrounds Kadavu Island, is one of the world’s largest barrier reefs and breeding ground for many of the large Marlin species – perfect for deep-sea fishing and diving. Other activities include bird watching, sea kayaking, snorkelling, surfing and trekking.
Then there’s the Lomaiviti Group, known as Fiji’s Big Fish Capital where you can explore the outer islands where traditional Fijian lifestyle is still practiced on a daily basis. Or you can just sit back, relax and watch it all from the comfort of the deck.
Tui Tai Expedition Cruises
The Tui Tai is an impressive luxury 140-foot sailing schooner with a crew of 16, accommodating up to 24 guests. The ship offers finely appointed staterooms with ensuite bathrooms, beautiful beds and linen, a private balcony for romantic evening star gazing, five star food, an on board pool and luxury spa.
Based out of Savusavu and sailing the waters of Fiji’s Northern Group of Islands the Tui Tai’s cruises are geared toward active outdoor enthusiasts searching for an adventure. Diving is offered daily, with up to 11 dives over the course of the 5-night Adventure Cruise. Other activities include snorkeling over an underwater rainbow of soft-corals and fish, river kayaking through mountain rivers (while the crew travel behind you – a cold beer at the ready), discovering hidden waterfalls (and if you fancy a massage while you are there, the team can set up an instant spa), night fishing, dinner on the beach and visits to local villages to experience their culture.
Captain Cook Cruises
Captain Cook is an award winning, small ship cruise line with 39 years of experience of cruising the islands of Fiji. They offer a choice of 3, 4 or 5-day cruises around the Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands – popular with travellers who want to combine a cruise with a stay in a resort.
Captain Cook Cruises organise daily island stop-overs, water activities, island, village and school tours that really allow you to experience Fijian culture first hand. The standard of cooking on board is also excellent and they will even child-mind under 7’s during mealtimes.
Captain Cook also offer a 7 night Northern Fiji Dateline Discovery Cruise- an amazing cruise that reveals the unique history, art and culture of the Northern Fiji Islands and allows passengers the ultimate experience of standing’ on the International Dateline. Developed after months of extensive research and searching for secluded and exclusive locations, passengers are taken beyond the Yasawa Islands to very remote and exotic tropical Fijian islands.
Captain Cook have just announced that its new Fiji cruise ship, MV Reef Endeavour, will be offering pick-ups for guests staying at Mamanuca Island resorts.
Captain Cook UK operators include Kuoni Travel, Travel Bag, Quantas Holidays and Emerald Travel.
Blue Lagoon Cruises
Blue Lagoon Cruises offer a 7 day cruise programme which includes the secluded islands of Kioa and Rabi, a visit to the international date line on Taveuni, a Yadua Passage crossing, the picturesque port of Savusavu, the Drudrua and Kavewa Islands and Macuata on the north-eastern part of Vanua Levu.
UK Operators featuring Blue Lagoon include Trailfinders and Bridge The World.
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