Fiji: Yasawa Islands Cruise with Fiji Resort - 9 Nights

Friday, Day 1

Fly into Fiji and meet your friendly Fijian Go Local host after customs who will greet you with shell leis, bottles of water and wet towels. You’ll then be provided with a free SIM card with 500 MB data and driven to the Nalagi Hotel, Nadi. Feel free to ask for a quick pit-stop at the supermarket to stock up on whatever you need beforehand! Take a nap in the Nalagi’s beautiful King Room (try the exquisite Pure Fiji gift pack exclusive to Travel Starts at 60 clients!), explore Fiji on your own and then turn in for the night. 

Check-in Time: 2:00 PM (overnight)

Check-out Time: 11:00 AM 

Overnight Inclusions:

• Daily Full Breakfast
• Welcome Drink on arrival
• Complimentary WiFi

Saturday, Day 2

There will be a private car to pick you up from the hotel and drive you to the stunning Port Denarau for the cruise check-in. Luggage check-in is available from 8am – noon. Port Denarau has a wide range of retail outlets, bars and restaurants to browse around when done.

Welcome aboard! The MV Reef Endeavour will set sail while you lunch, picking up some more of your fellow cruise passengers. Soak the beautiful vistas of the stunning Mamanuca islands you'll cruise by – the setting sun makes for sublime pictures. The ship will anchor at a sand cay for you to enjoy your first Fijian sunset. After an a la carte dinner, tuck in for the next day’s adventures!

Sunday, Day 3: Monuriki/ Monu Bay

Your cruise ship will set you on the tropical island of Monuriki, where Tom Hanks’ film Castaway was shot. Relax on the beach or snorkel your way around the island’s pristine coral reefs. There will be a kayak tour of the island and the locations where the film was shot, too. Afterwards, attend a village choral service specially for you. After the moving service, get back to the ship where the evening’s entertainment and dinner awaits you.

Monday, Day 4: Sacred Islands & Waya

Set foot on the Sacred Islands – a place of Fijian reverence and magnificent vistas. Learn stories of the ‘Rogoboka’, watch the ship’s crew pay tribute and perform the sevusevu, a gifting ceremony. For a Monday, it’s absolutely magical and entrancing!

 Spend the day swimming, snorkelling, exploring the powdery white sand beach of the island or going for a glass-bottom boat tour – whatever strikes your fancy. Then, it’s back to the boat and lunch. Post meal, the Reef Endeavour will anchor at Waya island after passing through the Southern Yasawa islands. Among Fiji’s 333 islands, it counts amongst the top five when it comes to scenic beauty. Surrounded by electric-blue waters of the Pacific, Waya is a lush tropical paradise with swaying palm trees and jutting volcanic mountain peaks.

Your tour includes a visit to the local school, the adjoining village and the handicrafts market. Of course, if you’re looking to work those calves, just ask for a hike up the Waya mountain – the view from the top is simply surreal! Then, it’s back to the ship for a relaxed evening, a show and dinner.

Tuesday, Day 5: Denarau and Tivua Island

Passing Denarau to pick up a few more of your fellow passengers, the MV Reef Endeavour will set sail to Tivua Island. Explore the island’s vibrant coral gardens or the silken white sand beach at your leisure, splash around in the crystal-clear waters or learn about the clam-rearing cages. Or just relax in the shade of a palm tree with a good book – after all, it’s a holiday! The evening will see the captain join the guests for dinner.

Wednesday, Day 6: Tivua, Brothers Island and Naviti Island

The morning will see travellers getting off at the idyllic Brothers Island – a mesmerising place with electric-blue waters perfect for a swim or snorkelling. After that, the ship will sail towards the ever-popular Naviti Resort while travellers sample an excellent lunch onboard. At Naviti, you can try your hand at stand-up paddling, exploring the island or snorkelling. The main attraction is a visit to Gunu village where there will be a cultural ‘meke’ performance and a traditional ‘lovo’ feast. Do remember to head back to the ship for the next day’s excitement, though.

Thursday, Day 7 - Yasawa Island - Sawa-i-Lau

This day will see travellers at Fiji’s world-famous Sawa-i-Lau limestone caves. Accessible via a small swim underwater, the cave lagoon is wondrous as it is huge. Regarded as the resting place of the ancient Fijian god Ulutini, these caves have been formed by continuous waves hitting the limestone walls for centuries. Those who have excess adrenaline to work off can opt for a hike up Mt Tamasua on Yasawa Island. The views are superb and the hike is worth it. There will be crab-races held in the evening and it’s a good bit of fun to wind down with.

Friday, Day 8 - Yaqeta – Drawaqa

From Sawa-i-Lau, the MV Reef Endeavour will head towards the Yasawas and the tranquil island of Yaqeta. Here, you can ease off the previous day’s excitement with a walk on the beach and admire the craggy peaks of volcanic mountains in the distance. After Yaqeta and a good lunch on board, the ship will traverse the sea-channels to the island of Drawaqa, where the snorkelling is simply world-class – the fantastic colours of the coral reef and the shoals of fishes will entrance you. Plus, depending on the season, there might be even be manta rays! In the evening, do put on your dancing shoes for there will be a Music Quiz onboard.

Saturday, Day 9 – Port Denarau

On the last day of your cruise, watch the islands disappear into the sunrise as the ship sails towards the Denarau marina. The ship will be at port by the time you’re done with breakfast.

Disembark and Captain Cook Cruises will make sure you reach the Nalagi Hotel with no fuss. Relax, unwind and use our complimentary FJD 150 Denarau Credits to help you wine and dine the evening away.

Other Nalagi room options upgrades:

Suite: +$92.00

Sunset Suite: +$125.00

 (total per booking)

Sunday, Day 10: Flight back home

A private transfer to the Nadi airport from the hotel and a flight back home with fond memories of Fiji!

Departs from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi. You can join the cruise on either Saturday or Tuesday.

Travel dates: 25 October 2018 - 31 March 2019

The Ocean Staterooms are located on the ship’s main (C) and upper (B) decks. Each Stateroom is air-conditioned and comes with a double bed/ twin beds, modern ensuite bathroom with a full set of premium toiletries, picture windows and opens to the main walkway.

Book a 'C' Ocean Stateroom and receive a free upgrade to 'B' Ocean stateroom (on selected dates & subject to availability).

Twin share: 9 night package - $3,185 per person

Solo use: 9 night package - $4,135 per person

Please note the above special offer is valid for bookings by 26NOV18, or until sold out. Denarau Restaurant credits must be used in one go. Port Denarau Marina offers a culinary and shopping immersion whilst you use your credits at Hard Rock Café, Bone Fish, Mamacita (at Wyndham) or Indigo.