3 Night Southern Yasawa Islands Cruise

The pristine islands of Waya, Naviti and Viwa boast some of the most beautiful beaches, coral reefs and sand cays in Fiji. On your journey through the Southern Yasawa Islands you'll experience a traditional village sevusevu ceremony and meet the children of an island school.

Music and song is an integral part of Fijian life and the special choral church service on Sunday is an unforgettable experience. Swimming, snorkelling, beach combing and glass bottom boat tours complete your daily list of activities giving you the freedom to do as much or as little as you like.

You will be delighted with the warm, personalised service of the friendly crew onboard Captain Cook's Reef Escape and be captivated by their beautiful islands on these 3 night Fiji cruises.

From 06Feb10 this cruise will operate aboard MV Reef Endeavour. Reef Endeavour is Captain Cook Cruises flagship cruiser and has very similar cabin configurations and ship layouts as MV Reef Escape.

Itinerary

Day 1: A late afternoon visit to Tivua Island - a sanctuary for breeding turtles and the almost extinct Bici flightless woodhen - is your introduction to cruising the islands of Fiji. Swim, explore and relax before the Welcome Dinner aboard the Reef Escape.

Day 2: Journey into the birthplace of Fijian culture on the Sacred Island, where the local chief has granted exclusive access to Captain Cook cruise guests. As the crew lands, they perform the ancient gift-giving ceremony of Sevusevu to gain admission to the island. You can while away the midday swimming, sun-bathing or drifting above the island's coral reefs in a glass-bottomed boat - there's great snorkelling too. Late afternoon, cruise to Nalauwaki on Waya Island for a special treat: a choral service in the village church, and, in the evening, entertainment at the Fiji Show.

Day 3: Enjoy a whole day and evening on the Waya Islands, a South Pacific paradise where volcanic peaks tower over palm-fringed beaches. After a morning of swimming and island exploration, deepen your experience of Fijian village culture with a visit to the shell and handicraft market. In the early evening it's time for a village 'meke' and kava ceremony followed by a traditional 'lovo' feast.

Day 4: Enjoy breakfast as you return to port.

Note: Itinerary may be altered subject to weather or Captains discretion

Accommodation

All Cabins & Staterooms feature private ensuites and floor to ceiling windows.

All Rooms Feature: Private bathroom ensuite On/off air-conditioning Hair dryer Serviced daily Soaps Shampoo

Cabins (12): Most of these cabins are forward on the Main Deck. Each cabin has a comfortable upper and lower berth in true nautical style. Bedding is 2 Bunk Beds OR 1 Bunk Bed + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.

Staterooms (31): Located on the Upper and Promenade Decks these staterooms open onto the outside deck and are well appointed. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults & Children.

Tabua Staterooms (17): Located on the Upper Deck, these staterooms open onto the outside deck and offer additional comfort in shipboard accommodation. Bedding is 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults & Children.

Dining

Dining is a vital ingredient in your Fijian cruise. Whether it's an alfresco luncheon, gourmet barbecue or table d'hote dinner, the food is prepared on board from fresh local, and imported produce and the on-board entertainment adds a special flavour to the mix.

Departures

Departs: 2.00pm Saturday from Denarau Marina

Returns: 9.00am Tuesday

Vessel Details

MV Reef Escape's small size and shallow draft make it uniquely suited to navigate the sheltered waters of the Yasawa Islands where coral reefs abound. There are big ship comforts too, including a swimming pool, extensive outdoor leisure decks and an embarkation platform with a lift from water level to the main deck. The accommodation is also extraordinarily light and open for a vessel of this size. Floor to ceiling windows, opening directly on to the outside deck, offer spectacular views.

Shipboard features include a purpose-built conference room and single sitting dining room. The onboard atmosphere is casual and relaxed. Sarongs and shorts are the daily attire for lazing around the pool, coffee bar and sun deck. At sunset the mood changes to champagne and cocktails in the panoramic lounge, as the dining saloon converts to a sea of white linen, a la carte dining and island entertainment. [floorplan]

Facilities

Swimming pool Spa Sauna Two bars Lounge Single sitting dining saloon Conference room Sun deck Chart house Glass bottom boar Snorkelling and dive vessels Library Video Guest laundry Gift shop 24 hour tea & coffee facilities Onboard Dive Master

Highlights

White island beaches Sheltered bays Coral gardens Sacred ceremonies

Inclusions

All meals Daily island stopovers & water activities Guided island, village & school tours Snorkelling & glass bottom boat tours Use of snorkelling equipment & mini gym Tropical island lovo feast & kava ceremony Entertainment 24 hour self-service tea & coffee bar

Additional Information

Children: 3-15 years are charged at the child rate when sharing with adults. Rates available on application for a separate cabin for 3-4 children. From 1st April 2010, child age is 3-17 years
Excludes: Drinks, optional tours, personal purchases and a fuel surcharge per person per night is payable onboard the vessel (under 3 years free of charge)
What to Bring: Soft soles shoes for walking, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, smart casual clothing
Cancellation Fees: Cancellation fees and conditions apply for bookings cancelled inside 60 days of travel
Fit to travel: A Certificate of Fitness to travel by the clients doctor is required for passengers over 75 years of age and/or passengers with limited mobility
Operated By: Captain Cook Cruises