4 Night Northern Yasawa Island Cruise
The cruise begins with a visit to the private island of Tivua where you can swim, explore and relax before the welcome dinner. Over the next four days you will explore a thriving island village, visit a handicraft market and experience the culture first hand at the meke and lovo feast.
As you cruise this spectacular passage from Yaqeta Island to the Yasawas northern reaches, the vista is ever changing. From long tranquil aquamarine lagoons to imposing volcanic peaks, the Northern Yasawa Islands reveal Fiji's true natural beauty. The special Captains Dinner completes your perfect holiday cruising Fiji.
Accommodation
All Cabins & Staterooms feature private ensuites and picture style windows.
All Rooms Feature: Private bathroom ensuite, On/off air-conditioning, Hair dryer, Serviced daily, Soaps, Shampoo
Cabins: Open to an inside passageway and have portholes facing the outside. Bedding is 2 Single Beds plus 2 Bunk Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children.
Staterooms: Located on B and C Deck. Are bright and open onto outside walkways and have picture windows. Bedding is 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children.
Tabua Staterooms: Located on A Deck and are bright and open, allowing full appreciation of the warm tropical days and open onto outside walkways and have picture windows. Bedding is 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children. **This room type is no longer available from 01 April 2012.**
Tabua Suite: A bedroom with seperate lounge, chair, desk, LCD screen & DVD player, refrigerator, tea & coffee facilities and second bathroom. Bedding is 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children.
Dining
Superb dining specialising in fresh local produce is central to life aboard the Reef Endeavour. You will enjoy lavish buffet breakfasts, luncheons that feature fresh Fiji Islands seafood and a la carte dinners with a different menu every night.
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 Endeavour.
Day 2: The day begins with a swim in the idyllic waters off Naviti Island, followed by a gourmet barbecue lunch and arrival at Vawa Bay on the Yasawa Island. Here is everyone's tropical island dream; white beaches, turquoise seas and water sports, of course. Away from the water you can explore the beauties of the island itself. And as evening draws in, it's time for the fun and entertainment of the Pacific Island Night.
Day 3: Crossing between Yasawa and Nacula Islands, reach tiny Sawa-I-Lau where a deep blue lagoon (featured in the Brooke Shields movie 'Blue Lagoon') lies surrounded by the huge walls of an ancient limestone cave system. Mysterious inscriptions of unknown origins mark the entrance to the caves. Swimming here is a once in a lifetime experience. Sawa-I-Lau also delights with an escorted village walk including a special visit to the local school to see how Fijian village children learn. A village welcoming ceremony, lovo feast, kava tasting and meke take you into the tropical evening.
Day 4: Cruise past the volcanic peaks of the Southern Yasawa Islands to reach Matacawa Levu for a shopping trip through the shell and handicraft markets. Then pause at Drawaqa Island to snorkel or take the glass-bottomed boat over its fringing reefs, or bask on the warm white sand. A final run through the spectacular Naviti Channels takes you to your overnight anchorage for a farewell dinner.
Day 5: Enjoy breakfast as you return to port.
Note: Published itinerary may be altered subject to weather or Captains discretion.
Highlights
- Tivua Island, a turtle sanctuary
- Remote reef snorkelling & diving
- Sacred village ceremonies
- Guided island walks
- Island feasts & elegant dinners
Inclusions
- 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
- All meals
Vessel Details
MV Reef Endeavours 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.
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.
Facilities: Swimming pool, Spa, Sauna, Two bars, Lounge, Single sitting dining saloon, Conference room, Sun deck, Chart house, Glass bottom boat, Snorkelling and dive vessels, Library, Video, Guest laundry, Gift shop, 24 hour tea & coffee facilities, Onboard Dive Master
Departures
Departs: 1.00pm (check-in 12.00)Tuesday from Denarau Marina
Returns: 9.00am Saturday
Additional Information
Children: 5-17 years are charged at the child rate. Children under the age of 5 years are not recommended for this style of cruise and are carried at Captain Cook Cruises absolute discretion (existing bedding). Nanny charges are compulsory
Excludes: Drinks, optional tours, personal purchases
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
