South Pacific, South Pacific Ocean
Escape to Paradise Cruise
So much to see and do so much on this cruise, the memories will last a lifetime! You'll see mother nature at her best, be welcomed into the friendliest culture in the world, discover an underwater world and swim in Fiji's famous crystal-clear waters.
Flexible Cruising
This cruise is based on the itinerary detailed below but to ensure you have the best possible cruise experience, we use 'flexible cruising'. What this means is that we're prepared to alter our itineraries, either when necessary, or when some exciting opportunity arises. For example, if there is some special event taking part in a local Yasawa Village, which you really should see, then we will alter our cruise route to take you there. Or, if we think that that our destined anchorage for the night is not going to be as sheltered as a bay on the other side of the island, we'll up-anchor and move. Cruising through a region of coral lagoons and isolated island anchorages is weather dependent and so, at times, our itineraries may need to be altered. However we'll always endeavor to ensure all of the highlights of each cruise are enjoyed by our guests.
• See the dramatic changes in landscape, right from the little palm-covered Mamanucas, to the rugged, majestic southern Yasawa Islands to the vivid Blue Lagoon, framed by picture-perfect beaches.
• Visit a remote Yasawa Island village and be part of a traditional kava ceremony, enjoy a meke performance and browse the village market.
• Socialise with Yasawan locals over a traditional feast cooked and enjoyed in their village
• Be carried away to paradise with a full day relaxing at our private beach on Nanuya Lailai Island
• Sit down to a dinner you’ll never forget; dine on a delicious Fijian ‘lovo’ feast on our private beach under the stars
• Take a guided walk across an island to one of the South Pacific’s most remote cafes, 'Lo's Tea Shop'.
• Learn the Fijian arts of basket weaving, wood carving and learn to cook traditional dishes.
• Get friendly with the local reef fish when you participate in fish feeding or really get to know some of the bigger the reef 'locals’ when you swim with sharks or manta rays (seasonal)
Flexible Cruising
This cruise is based on the itinerary detailed below but to ensure you have the best possible cruise experience, we use 'flexible cruising'. What this means is that we're prepared to alter our itineraries, either when necessary, or when some exciting opportunity arises. For example, if there is some special event taking part in a local Yasawa Village, which you really should see, then we will alter our cruise route to take you there. Or, if we think that that our destined anchorage for the night is not going to be as sheltered as a bay on the other side of the island, we'll up-anchor and move. Cruising through a region of coral lagoons and isolated island anchorages is weather dependent and so, at times, our itineraries may need to be altered. However we'll always endeavor to ensure all of the highlights of each cruise are enjoyed by our guests.
Highlights
• See the dramatic changes in landscape, right from the little palm-covered Mamanucas, to the rugged, majestic southern Yasawa Islands to the vivid Blue Lagoon, framed by picture-perfect beaches.
• Visit a remote Yasawa Island village and be part of a traditional kava ceremony, enjoy a meke performance and browse the village market.
• Socialise with Yasawan locals over a traditional feast cooked and enjoyed in their village
• Be carried away to paradise with a full day relaxing at our private beach on Nanuya Lailai Island
• Sit down to a dinner you’ll never forget; dine on a delicious Fijian ‘lovo’ feast on our private beach under the stars
• Take a guided walk across an island to one of the South Pacific’s most remote cafes, 'Lo's Tea Shop'.
• Learn the Fijian arts of basket weaving, wood carving and learn to cook traditional dishes.
• Get friendly with the local reef fish when you participate in fish feeding or really get to know some of the bigger the reef 'locals’ when you swim with sharks or manta rays (seasonal)
Bula and welcome aboard Blue Lagoon Cruises. Set sail on M.V. Fiji Princess from Port Denarau for the outer Mamanuca Islands with the first overnight anchorage being the picturesque Modriki Island, the location for the Tom Hanks move ‘Cast Away’. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and canapes as you watch the sunset followed by the a la carte Captains Welcome Dinner and be entertained by our talented singing, dancing, guitar playing crew.
There is time to step ashore and enjoy a swim or wander along the beach before or after breakfast. Sea conditions permitting, there is an opportunity to swim with the sharks at a secret reef location enroute to our next destination.
After lunch, a visit to the chiefly village of Soso – an exceptional example of a current day Fijian island village. Enjoy a traditional Thali dinner which features exquisite Indian dishes. This evening may turn into an extravaganza of Bollywood dancing complete with Bollywood moves.
Sunday is a day of rest in Fiji. After breakfast, attend a village church service. We cruise south to the beautiful Naukacucu and Narara Islands as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast. Join the Chef for today’s Fijian cooking lesson and make the traditional dish ‘Kokoda’. Tonight’s buffet has a range of dishes from Fiji along with a choice of European dishes. There is Bingo ‘Fiji style’ after dinner with lots of laughs and some good prizes, or you can enjoy a quiet nightcap at the bar.
As Fiji Princess arrives at the stunning Sacred Isles, you’ll be sure you are lost in paradise. The backdrop of the neighbouring Waya Lailai volcanic fomations is breathtaking. Spend the remainder of the day swimming, snorkelling, relaxing. Fiji style high tea is served following a cooking lesson on how to make ‘Roti in Lolo’. Watch the sunset and enjoy the Captains’ Dinner welcoming our new 4 day cruise guest arrivals.
Our destination: the famed Blue Lagoon. This superb stretch of water is ringed by island and Blue Lagoon Cruises’ very own private island peninsula is located here. Watch as the crew position right up to the beach and tie her off to the coconut trees. Enjoy happy hour on shore with canapes. A very special night enjoying a traditional Lovo meal cooked underground, you’ll dine under the coconut palms and the tropical stars. There will be Fijian meke: singing, dancing and story telling by local villagers.
An easy guided island walk with panoramic views is offered this morning to visit an island style cake shop and browse the shell market. Laze in the sun or try your hand at basket weaving. A guided snorkelling safari is on offer today. Lunch is served on board as Fiji Princess cruises north for a private guided visit to the amazing Sawa-I-Lau caves. The village of Tamasua welcomes us to a yaqona ceremony, a guided walk around the village and a village style ‘feast’ prepared and cooked by the village women. You will be Fijian for the night, sitting on the mats, eating Fijian village food. The villagers will share their culture and home with us for the evening.
Cruise to Drawaqa Island where our Marine Biologist joins us for a presentation about the local marine life and the volunteer conservation work carried out in the area. During May to October you will have the opportunity to snorkel with the magnificent manta rays. Also on offer today is an excursion to the local island school to view the work of the Vinaka Fiji Volunteers. Dinner this evening is a barbecue served under the stars. Tonight, we party Fiji style.
Enjoy breakfast onboard as we cruise back to Port Denarau. Back at port, you'll be serenaded with the traditional Isa Lei farewell song by the crew as your exploration of the Yasawa Islands comes to an end.
Itineraries are subject to change.
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Hibiscus Cabins - Twin Share
$4,306 NZD pp
The Hibiscus deck has 6 cabins, averaging 11sqm (117sq ft); 4 cabins with queen beds and 2 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Orchid Cabins - Twin Share
$4,846 NZD pp
The Orchid Decks are situated over two levels and the cabins are approximately 13 sqm (142 sq ft) in size. All Orchid Deck cabins include a welcome fruit platter, Nespresso machine, tea selection, a daily stocked complimentary mini bar (beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water), and a Nama of Fiji gift pack.
Upper Orchid deck:
The Upper Orchid deck has 12 cabins; 9 cabins with queen beds and 3 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Middle Orchid deck:
The Middle Orchid deck has 16 cabins; 12 cabins with queen beds and 4 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Hibiscus Cabins - Single
$5,620 NZD pp
The Hibiscus deck has 6 cabins, averaging 11sqm (117sq ft); 4 cabins with queen beds and 2 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Orchid Cabins - Single
$6,299 NZD pp
The Orchid Decks are situated over two levels and the cabins are approximately 13 sqm (142 sq ft) in size. All Orchid Deck cabins include a welcome fruit platter, Nespresso machine, tea selection, a daily stocked complimentary mini bar (beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water), and a Nama of Fiji gift pack.
Upper Orchid deck:
The Upper Orchid deck has 12 cabins; 9 cabins with queen beds and 3 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Middle Orchid deck:
The Middle Orchid deck has 16 cabins; 12 cabins with queen beds and 4 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Additional charges:
Fuel Surcharge. Per person per night: 8 NZD pp
Vessel Type: Motor Yacht
Length: 55m
Passenger Capacity: 68 passengers
Built: 1998 - Refurbished 2014
The M.V. Fiji Princess will be your home away from home for the duration of your cruise, except you’ll wake up in a different stunning location each morning. With nearly 70 years' experience cruising the islands of Fiji, we know all the best places to take you. Who better to show you their home than the Fijians themselves. We pride ourselves on having an all-Fijian crew and with a high crew member-to-guest ratio, you just know you will be looked after. Our crew will quickly know you by name and every way you turn there will be a big ‘BULA’ welcome.
Small enough to tie off to a coconut tree… The small size of Fiji Princess is just one of the things that makes a cruise with us so special. Accommodating up to 68 passengers and measuring only 179 feet (55 metres) in length, we can access bays and islands that would be impossible to reach in a large ship. We can get so close to shore, that we can tie off to a coconut tree and you can swim to the beach!
Facilities
An open-air dining room with views out over the sea to the rear of the vessel
Shaded sky deck bar and saloon bar
Sun loungers on the large upper sun deck
A small range of souvenir items for purchase
Splash pool
A library of reading material and games
In room movies available on demand
Glass bottom coral viewing boat
Kayaks
Stand-up paddle boards
Free WiFi (available where coverage allows)
Self service guest laundry
Food Onboard
Inclusions
•Onboard Cabin accommodation with private facilities
•All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner, morning & afternoon teas)
•Cruise transportation and services as per the itinerary
•Bubbles for Breakfast - sparkling wine as well as a non-alcoholic sparkling option will be offered with breakfast daily
•Complimentary artesian mineral water stations across each deck available 24 hours per day
•Complimentary self-service tea and coffee within the main dining area (available 24 hours per day) offering cappuccino, espresso, flat whites, long blacks, and hot chocolate
•Guided shore excursions, entrance fees, and activities as included in the cruise itineraries. Use of snorkelling gear & all shipboard facilities, including swimming pool. All scheduled cruise entertainment.
•Free WIFI located in the lounge bar & outdoor deck areas when in Wi-Fi range
•ALL cabins (both Orchid Deck and Hibiscus Deck) come with a premium stocked mini bar (on day of departure only) that includes 2 brands of local beer, a selection of soft drinks, a bottle of French sparkling wine, local gourmet snacks, and artesian mineral water. (Note the alcoholic beverages can be exchanged for non-alcoholic options if requested at the time of booking).
•A Blue Lagoon Cruises branded gift of a stylish beach tote, a high-quality sulu (sarong), and a reusable drink bottle for each person.
Exclusions
• International or domestic flights
• Pre and post-voyage accommodation
• Passport and visa costs where applicable
•Transfers post-cruise from Port Denarau
•Beverages (other than those included in the in-cabin minibar)
•Scuba diving
•Spa treatments
•Any onboard purchases or additional activities not included in the cruise itinerary are excluded
• Gratuities
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8 Days from
$4,306 NZD pp
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