Cruise Fiji and the South Pacific

Discover the real Fiji with glorious days and romantic nights in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands aboard the luxury cruise ship Reef Escape

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on 1 April 2007 to 31 March 2008 departures*

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 the 120 passenger Reef Escape we will show you the Fiji Archipelago which 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 gateway to Fiji. It's a breathtakingly beautiful cruising passage through hundreds of tropical volcanic islands and spectacular coral gardens.

An ancient culture, rich in myth and legend, the Fijian lifestyle is beautiful in its simplicity. Visit timeless villages, untouched by 21st century technology and experience the unique local customs and ceremonies.

Cruise to remote and exclusive destinations including the Sacred Islands, exotic marine lagoons, and our own private island of Tivua. Each day Reef Escape cruises for just a few short hours, with leisurely days spent enjoying the spectacular islands.

Designed with all comforts and luxury, Reef Escape 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.

Reef Escape sails every Saturday and Tuesday from Denarau Marina, Nadi. We know the islands intimately and our seven-night cruise itinerary offers the ultimate Fiji voyage. For those with limited time, the cruise is also offered in 3 night or 4 night sections.

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Itinerary 7-night cruise comprises both cruises below, taken in either order
Yasawa Islands Cruise: 4-nights
This journey to sheltered bays of crystal clear water in the more remote Northern Yasawas promises warm beaches, warm smiles, coral to explore and spectacular sights such as the Sawa-I-Lau lagoon and volcanic peaks.
TUESDAY	Nadi and Tivua Island Board Reef Escape for your island adventure, departing at 3pm (boarding 2:00pm). A late afternoon visit to Tivua Island – a sanctuary for breeding turtles - is your introduction to cruising the Islands of Fiji. Swim, explore and relax before our Welcome Dinner.
WEDNESDAY	Yasawa Islands The day begins with a swim in the idyllic waters off the Southern Yasawa Islands and a cruise through the rugged volcanic peaks to Matacawalevu. A special invitation from the Chief allows guests to visit the local village and wander through the shell and handicraft market. This evening’s Pacific Island night is a festive celebration where sulus (sarongs) and tropical shirts are the standard attire.
THURSDAY	Sawa-i- lau Yasawa Island is everyone’s tropical island dream - white beaches, turquoise seas and coral reefs. A dawn hike to an island peak offers spectacular views of the famed Tobu Karakarawa Blue Lagoon - all that remains of an ancient limestone cave system. The limestone composition gives the lagoon it's famed azure colour while the jagged peaks of Sawa-I-lau grotto stand at the lagoon’s entrance like an ancient guardian. Enjoy a spectacular morning at the lagoon or snorkel at the nearby reef before an al fresco lunch on the top deck. This afternoon offers a special visit to the local school where the children will charm you with their smiles. And as evening draws in, it is time for an unusual evening of fun and entertainment.
FRIDAY	Naviti Channels and Drawaqa Island Cruise through the Navititi Channels to Drawaqa Island offering some of the best coral reefs in Fiji. Swim, snorkel or take the glass-bottomed boat over its fringing reefs, or bask on the warm white sands. Enjoy a barbeque lunch on the top deck before arriving at Yalobi Bay for more beach activities and this evening’s spectacular finale. Tonight experience a traditional Sevusevu welcome ceremony, followed by an earth oven lovo feast and meke celebration, hosted by the local village.
SATURDAY	Nadi Return to Nadi for disembarkation at 9am. Passengers on the 7-night cruise enjoy a choice of complimentary tours before sailing at 3pm on the Mamanuca and South Yasawa Islands cruise.
Mamanuca and South Yasawa Islands Cruise: 3-nights
Cruise the Mamanuca and Southern Yasawa Fiji islands, journeying to the birthplace of the Fijian culture at the uninhabited Sacred Islands. Snorkel off palm fringed beaches below towering volcanic peaks and experience Fijian village hospitality.
SATURDAY	Nadi and Tivua Island Depart Nadi at 3:00pm (boarding 2:00pm). Reef Escape sets sail for the Tivua Island - our exclusive island. Enjoy a refreshing swim, snorkel and discover the vista of a South Pacific sunset. Tonight celebrate at the Welcome Dinner.
SUNDAY	Sacred Islands and Nalauwaki Bay Journey into the birthplace of Fijian culture on the Sacred Island, where the local chief has granted us exclusive access. You can while away time with a midday swim, sunbathing or drifting above the island’s coral reefs in a glass-bottomed boat – there is great snorkelling too. Late afternoon we cruise to Nalauwaki on Waya Island for a special treat: a choral service in the village church, and, in the evening, entertainment at our Fiji Show.
MONDAY	Waya Islands Enjoy a whole day and evening on the Waya Islands, a South Pacific paradise where volcanic peaks tower over palm fringed beaches. After a morning of swimming and island exploration, deepen your experience of Fijian village culture with a visit to the local school and handicraft market. In the early evening it is time for a village ‘meke’ and kava ceremony followed by a traditional ‘lovo’ feast.
TUESDAY	Nadi Return to Nadi for dismbarkation at 9am. Passengers on the 7-night cruise enjoy a choice of complimentary tours before sailing at 3pm on the Yasawa Islands cruise.
It may sometimes be necessary to amend itineraries or arrangements due to weather or other operational needs.

Fiji is a perfect place for a honeymoon and to help you celebrate in style we have put together some special packages for you. Contact us for details.

In 2007 we also offer departures on a special 'Dateline Cruise' of the Northern Fijian Islands crossing the International Date Line. Departs 3.00pm Tuesday on these selected dates and returns 9.00am the following Tuesday;

May 8, July 10, August 8, September 4, October 3 and November 6

Contact us for more information.

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