Fiji Islands - Captain Cook Cruises
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The Ultimate Fiji Experience
Discover The Real Fiji
Glorious days and romantic nights in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands aboard the luxuty cruise ship Reef Escape(Dro ki Cakau). Enjoy magnificent cuisine and personalised service as you cruise to pristine beaches and remote islands with palm fringed villages. Bask in the warm lagoons, savour the bounty of the lovo feast, dance to the drums of the meke and sleep to the sound of surf on a distant reef. Aboard Reef Escape(Dro ki Cakau) we will show you the real Fiji on a voyage for just 120 passengers.
Mamanuca & Yasawa Islands
The Fiji Archipelago has more than 330 islands scattered across 230,000 square kilometres. The exotic Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands lie to the north west of Nadi, the international gateway to Fiji . It's a breathtakingly beautiful cruising passage through hundreds of tropical volcanic islands and spectacular coral gardens.
Timeless Culture
An ancient culture, rich in myth and legend, the Fijian lifestyle is beautiful in its simplicity. Visit timeless villages, untouched by 20th Century technology and experience the unique local customs and ceremonies.
Exclusive Destinations
Cruise to remote and exclusive destinations including the legendar Sawa-i-lau limestone caves and the Sacred Island of Vanua levu, the birthplace of Fijian culture. Each day Reef Escape(Dro ki Cakau) cruises for just a few short hours, with leisurely days spent enjoying the spectacular islands.
Feel the Welcome
Step aboard Reef Escape(Dro ki Cakau) and feel the welcome that is synonymous with Captain Cook Cruises. You will be delighted with the warm, personalised sevice of our friendly Fijian crew and captivated by their beautiful island music on two unique voyages every week from Denarau Marina, Nadi.
Cruising Elegance
Designed for all the comforts and luxury of 20th Century technology - Reef Escape(Dro Ki Dakau) is the ultimate South Pacific `destination experience' cruise ship.
Four elegantly appointed passenger decks, all open onto the outside deck with a choice of sunny and shady retreats. The spacious public areas give you total freedom to escape with a tall glass and a good book or enjoy the convivial company in the roomy lounge and bars. On desk there is a swimming pool, chart house, pool bar and plenty of sun lounges for hours of total relaxation. Inside, Reef Escape(Dro ki Cakau) offers an elegantly appointed lounge with cocktail bar and baby grand piano, dining saloon, reef room with conference and video facilities, spa, sauna, library, gift shop and 24 hour self service coffee bar.
And to fully experience the spectacular coral reefs and marine life, there is a glass bottom boat, snorkelling and dive equipment, onboard Dive Master and an embarkation platform with a lift from the water level to the main deck.
Tastes of Fiji
By day the dining saloon offers sumptuous breakfasts and luncheons combining international fare with the exotic tastes of Fiji. In the evening enjoy superb 3 course table d'hote dining with a different menu every night, prepared by international chefs. Savour the delights of a traditional `Lovo' feast where congenial native hosts share the bounty of village gardens, tropical fruits, suckling pig and seafood straight from the sea. Combined with al fresco luncheons, spicy curry tiffins and gourmets barbecues all to enjoy.
Romantic Island Nights
After dinner, there is a unique blend of cultural and international entertainment, including traditional island dances and music. The Captain's Dinner is the gala event with music, dancing and romance under the stars . When it is time to retire there is a choice of 60 air-conditioned staterooms and cabins all situated on the outside of the ship with spectacular floor to ceiling windows and private ensuite bathrooms.
Ship Facilites
Diving
Diving is available for holders of current Open Water Dive Certificates, which must be produced onboard, There is a nominal fee per dive, fully inclusive of onboard equipment.
Features
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 and onboard Dive Master.
Dining
The Dining Saloon is designed to accommodate all passengers at a single sitting. Breakfasts and luncheons are generally buffet with "free seating". Dinner is table d'hote with a different menu every night and assigned seating.
Accommodation
All Cabins & Staterooms feature private ensuites and floor to ceiling windows opening onto the outside deck.
Deluxe Stateroom (17)
Located on the Upper Deck, these staterooms offer extraordinary comfort in shipboard accommodation. Seven (7) have a queen bed and ten (10) have a queen bed and ten (10) have twin beds. Three have an additional bed.
Stateroom (31)
Located on the Upper and Promenade Decks these staterooms are splendidly appointed. Nine (9) have a double bed, and twenty two (22) have twins beds. of which twenty convert to a kingsize bed. Seven have an additional berth.
Cabin (12)
Most of these bright cabins are forward on the Main Deck. Each cabin has a comfortable upper and lower berth in true nautical style. Four have one additional berth and two have two additional berths.
Cruise Schedule
7-night, 4-night and 3-night cruises depart and return Denarau Marina, Nadi every week. Passengers transferring from Mamanuca Island resorts meet Reef Escape at Likuliku Harbor, Malolo Island 5:00pm
7-NIGHTS
From $1,480.00 per person/share (USD includes VAT)
The Ultimate Fiji Island Cruise Combined Yasawa and Mamanuca Cruises Departs: Tuesday and Saturday 3:00pm Returns: Tuesday and Saturday 9:00am
4-NIGHTS
From $952.00 per person/share (USD includes VAT)
Yasawa Islands Cruise Departs: Tuesday 3:00pm Returns: Saturday 9:00am
MAMANUCA & SOUTHERN YASAWA ISLANDS CRUISE - 3 NIGHTS
From $722.00 per person/share (USD includes VAT)
Departs: Saturday 3:00pm Returns: Tuesday 9:00am
ITINERARY
DAY 1 - SATURDAY:
"Ni sa Bula" is "welcome" in Fiji, as you board Reef Escape for your island adventure. Set sail into a Fijian sunset as we cruise to Malolo and enjoy a refreshing swim in the bay, bon voyage cocktails in the Piano Lounge or relax before this evenings
Welcome Dinner.
DAY 2 - SUNDAY:
Todays destination is the birthplace of Fijian culture - legendary Vanua Levu - "The Sacred Island" - and witness the Sevusevu Ceremony at the Sacred Island caves. Theres time for a swim, snorkel, dive or spectacular reef viewing from the glass-bottom boat before a tropical island buffet luncheon on the Sun Deck. Cruise to Naviti Island and spend a leisurely afternoon swimming in a idyllic bay. Tonight enjoy a sunset cocktail before the gala Captains
Dinner Dance, with special Fijian entertainment.
DAY 3 - MONDAY:
This is
your opportunity to experience a timeless Fijian Island culture. Witness
traditional
art and weaving, cruise the scenic palm-fringed Naviti
Channels to Waya Island and discover a remote village shell market.
Relax in the
congenial atmosphere, borne from lazy sun-drenched
days and warm tropical nights. After lunch cruise to neighboring Waya
Sewa Island, to the
tiny village of Namara and experience a lifestyle
far removed from 20th Century technology. After the Welcome Ceremony
the local children
guide you on a tour of the village school and handicraft
market. This is the real Fiji. Tonight the warm sands beckon you for
a romantic
island night on the shores of the South Pacific.
Enjoy a moonlit dinner on the beach, to the mystic drums and ceremony
of the "Meke" dance.
DAY 4 - TUESDAY
Enjoy
breakfast as we cruise back to Denarau Marina. Disembark 9:00am with
a special "Isa Lei" farewell
from Reef Escape.
YASAWA ISLANDS CRUISE - 4 NIGHTS
Departs: Tuesday 3:00pm Returns: Saturday 9:00am
Visit
the Island of Sawa I lau and the spectacular underwater
caves known as
the famous "Blue
Lagoon"
DAY 1 - TUESDAY:
Beautiful
bays and uncrowded sandy beaches await you, on your voyage to the spectacular "Tobu Karakawa Blue Lagoon Sacred Caves".
Reef Escape sets sail for Sunset Bay on Malolo Island
for an afternoon swim and Welcome Dinner celebration.
DAY 2 - WEDNESDAY
Enjoy the
luxury of the Ships Lounges as we cruise to reef-fringed Yaqeta Island stopping for a morning swim in a palm-fringed bay. Savour the bounty of a tropical lunch as we journey to the spectacular Yasawa Island Group. Here is beauty in its original state where you can bask in aquamarine waters, and stroll secluded beaches a Vawa Bay. This evening youre
invited to join the games and festivities of Pacific
Island Night.
DAY 3 - THURSDAY
This morning
discover the legendary grandeur of the Yasawa Islands at your own pace.
Join
the watersports, snorkel, dive, swim or explore nearby
Vaturua and Vawa Islands. This afternoon is your opportunity to explore
the sacred
limestone underwater caves of Sawa I lau and swim
in the fabled Tobu Karakawa (Blue Lagoon). A Lovo Feast and traditional "Meke dance",
hosted by the local village will complete your day
in paradise.
DAY 4 - FRIDAY:
This morning
cruise through the scenic Southern Yasawa Islands. Our first stop is
the sheltered
anchorage of Matacawalevu for our customary morning
swim before a sumptuous luncheon featuring fresh local seafood and
island delicacies. This
afternoon cruise through the palm-fringed Naviti
Channels to Nalauwaki Bay on Waya Island and join our beach games including
volleyball or
discover the kaleidoscope of tropical fish on the
nearby reef. This evening youre invited to the gala Captain's
Dinner Dance.
DAY 5 - SATURDAY:
Enjoy breakfast
as we cruise back to Denarau Marina. Disembark 9:00am with a special "Isa Lei" farewell.
Schooner
cruise...
Discover
the real Fiji. Commissioned as the official Vice-Regal
yacht, "RaMarama" is
named after the famous 'war canoe of Ratu Seru
Cakobau, the paramount Chief who ceded Fiji to
the British Crown in 1874.
Constructed of 2" planked
teak, she has been painstakingly refurbished to complement
her colonial charm with the latest in modern
safety and navigational equipment.
|
Cabin
|
Stateroom
|
Deluxe
Stateroom
|
| 3 Nights Mamanuca/Southern Yasawa Cruise |
$722pp
|
$863pp |
$986pp |
| 4 Nights Yasawa Island Cruise |
$952pp
|
$1147pp |
$1311pp |
| 7 Night Ultimate Fiji Cruise |
$1480pp |
$1776pp |
$2037pp |
** Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Includes all meals & shore excursions**
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