7 Night Northern Fiji Discovery Heritage Cruise

On this 7 Night Northern Fiji Cruise you will discover islands and reefs rarely visited by people, sacred village ceremonies and an historic town with 19th century colonial architecture and waterfront promenades. Captain Cook Cruises takes you on a ‘once in a lifetime’ cruise where all you have to do is relax and enjoy the scenery. All Meals, island stopovers, water activities and guided island tours are included in the price. Swim in the Bourma Waterfall Lagoon on the garden island of Taveuni and stand on the 180th Meridian – the arbitrary dateline between today and tomorrow! Explore coral cays by glass bottom boat and discover the remote northern island of Fiji on your next adventure to this South Pacific Paradise.

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 - Tivua Island: Welcome aboard with a complimentary fruit punch and welcome salusalu (lei) as you set sail for a Fiji Island adventure. This afternoon visit Captain Cook Cruises own exclusive island “Tivua” where you can enjoy a twilight swim, snorkel or relax on the beach. Tonight enjoy a special Welcome Dinner and crew entertainment.

Day 2 - Nananu-I-ra, Viti Levu Bay: Venture beyond the Yasawa Islands to the north coast of Viti Levu with fabulous views of the main island, plus two island stopovers for some sun, sand and snorkelling. A fabulous day to relax into your Fiji adventure and to fully explore all the facilities of your own small cruise ship. Meet your fellow passengers and Ship’s Officers for pre-dinner cocktails in the Ra Marama Lounge with music on the Baby Grand. In the evening join the fun of the popular shipboard Crab Races.

Day 3 - Levuka: This morning, arrive at the port of Levuka on the island Ovalau, situated off the northeast coast of the main island. Levuka was the first European settlement in Fiji and became the centre of British colonial administration and trade. At its peak over 50 hotels catered to the thirst of sailors in port and the town gained a wild reputation. In 1888 the capital was moved to Suva on the main island, and Levuka’s notoriety gradually waned. Passengers are invited to join an optional tour of this now quiet historic town with its stately backdrop of 19th Century colonial architecture and waterfront promenades. In the afternoon, visit the children of Marist Convent Primary School.

Day 4 - Savusavu: This morning arrive at Savusavu, the second town on the second biggest island in Fiji, Vanua Levu. Savusavu is positioned on an extinct volcanic crater. Choose from a selection of optional tours including a visit to the hot water springs, pearl farm and markets. Later this afternoon cruise to swimming beach in Savusavu Bay.

Day 5 - Bourma Waterfall/Naselesele: This morning disembark on the western side of Taveuni Island - the “Garden Island” of Fiji. The optional bus tour takes you to the beautiful Bouma Waterfall where you can swim and relax in the beautiful setting The tour then continues to the Naselesele Village where you can visit the local handicraft markets. Tonight enjoy the tastes of Fiji with a traditional ‘lovo” (earth oven) feast where you share fresh local seafood, meat succulent tropical fruits. Then dance to the drum of the meke (dance) and kava ceremony.

Day 6 - Wairiki, Dateline & Whipering Tide: For an experience not to be missed, join the special choral church service at Wairiki on the western side of Taveuni. Taveuni Island lies on the 180th Meridian, the arbitrary line between today and tomorrow. After the service, the crew will take you to the famous Dateline Meridian where you can literally stand with one foot in the past and one foot in the future. This afternoon visit Whispering Tide for swimming and snorkelling before our scenic cruise along the south west coast of Vanua Levu navigating Bligh Water.

Day 7 - Manava Cay Sali Sali Island, Mystery Island: Cruising south west from Vanua Levu, arrive at Many Cay Sali Sali Island on the northern side of Viti Levu for our customary swim, snorkel and beachcombing. A lazy morning to enjoy your last beach visit before reboarding for lunch and the homeward journey, with an afternoon stopover at a mystery island (time permitting). This evening don your sulu (sarong) and join all the celebrations of the Pacific Island Night Finale. Pre-dinner cocktails and appetisers are served in the Ra Marama Lounge before the gala farewell dinner featuring the music and dance of the South Pacific.

Day 8 - Nadi: Enjoy breakfast before returning to Denarau Marina with farewell Isa Lei, disembarking 9.00am.

**Please note** Itineraries subject to change due to weather and other operational requirement.

Highlights

• Discover islands and reefs rarely visited
• Explore Taveuni Island on the 180th Meridian Dateline
• Visit historic Levuka – once the colonial capital of Fiji
• Visit Savusavu’s hot springs and markets
• Snorkelling, glass bottom boat & dive opportunities daily
• Island Night, kava, meke & lovo feast
• Swim in the Bouma Waterfall

Inclusions

• All meals
• Daily island stopovers
• Guided island, village & school tours
• Snorkelling & glass bottom boat tours
• Use of snorkelling equipment
• Mini gym
• Tropical island lovo feast & kava ceremony
• Entertainment
• Water activities
• Child minding 5-10yrs (selected times)
• 24 hour self-service tea & coffee bar
• Transfers from Nadi hotels

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

Check In: Tanoa Waterfront Hotel, Lautoka at 12pm
Departs: 1.00pm Tuesday from Denarau Marina on selected dates (see below)

Returns: 9.00am Tuesday

2012: 06Mar, 01May, 03Jul, 04Sep, 06Nov
2013: 01Jan, 05Mar

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 sole 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