7 Night Northern Fiji Dateline Highlights • Cross the International Dateline • Visit historic Ovalau (old capital) • Island feasts & elegant dinners • Sacred village ceremonies • Snorkel the famous Taveuni reefs Visit places without postcards in the remote Northern Fiji Islands aboard MV Reef Escape. The special seven-night cruise, venturing to the international dateline has been developed after months of research and includes islands rarely visited by commercial vessels. Join the Captain and crew as they guide you through the hundreds of islands and reef; and the unique history, art and culture of the Northern region. Denarau Marina Nadi Selected Dates Boarding from 1.00pm Departs 2.00pm Tuesday Returns 9.00am Tuesday 05 May 2009 02 June 2009 30 June 2009 04 August 2009 01 September 2009 06 October 2009 03 November 2009 Special cruise timetables operate on selected dates Sample Itinerary Cruise beyond the Yasawa Island to Levuka on the island of Ovalau. This quiet town with its stately backdrop of 19th Century colonial architecture and waterfront promenades is a time capsule of colonial rule. Swim in the Bourma Waterfall lagoon on Taveuni Island and stand on the 180th Meridian ?the arbitrary Dateline between today and tomorrow. Our journey takes you to Savusavu’s extinct volcanic crater, hot springs and thriving markets. Explore picture perfect coral cays where the water is so clear the marine life appear like stars on a giant movie screen. Tuesday - Tivua Island Welcome aboard Reef Escape with a complimentary fruit punch and welcome salusalu (lei) as we set sail for our 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 our special Welcome Dinner and crew entertainment. Wednesday - Nanuyakoto, Nananu-I-ra Today we 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 serious sun, sand, snorkelling and island exploration. 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 our popular shipboard Crab Races. Thursday - Levuka This morning we 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 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 we visit the children of Marist Convent Primary School. Friday - Wairiki/Naselesele This morning we arrive at Wairiki on central Taveuni Island for an opportunity to visit and swim at the beautiful Bouma Waterfall, Taveuni Island lies on the 180th Meridian, the arbitrary line between today and tomorrow. From our destination you can literally have one foot in the past and one foot in the future! After lunch enjoy spectacular swimming, snorkelling and glass bottom boat coral viewing before our visit to the local village of Naselesele for this evening’s celebrations, and local handicraft markets. Tonight enjoy the tastes of Fiji with a traditional earth oven lovo feast where we share fresh local seafood, meat succulent tropical fruits. Then dance to the drum of the meke (dance) and kava ceremony. Saturday - Wailagilala Wailagilala Island is unique in its arid beauty. Its remote location and complete lack of terrestrial water run-off make its waters amazingly crystal clear. Literally translated to mean “no water or rain” the island lies to the eastern sea border of Fiji and is the gateway to Fiji for ships coming or going to Samoa. Dwarfed by its lighthouse, the sand island is surrounded by spectacular lagoon and coral reefs. A full day to enjoy this beautiful island with a barbeque lunch served on the sun deck. Sunday - Savusavu This morning we arrive at Savusavu, the second town on the second biggest island in Fiji, Vanua Levu. Savusavu is positioned on an extinct volcanic crater where you can still see steam flowing out of hot springs. This morning our village host invite us to join their choral church service, an experience not to be missed. Your crew will have the opportunity to walk with you around town before we board. Monday - Manava Cay, Mystery Island Cruising southwest through the Koro Sea and Bligh Water we arrive at Manava Cay on the northern side of Viti Levu for our customary swim, snorkel and beachcombing. A lazy morning to enjoy our last beach visit before we reboard for lunch and our homeward journey, with an afternoon stopover at a mystery island. This evening don your sulu (sarong) and join all the celebrations of our Pacific Island Night Finale. Pre-dinner cocktails and appetisers are served in the Ra Marama Lounge before our gala farewell dinner featuring the music and dance of the South Pacific. Tuesday - Nadi Enjoy breakfast before we return to Denarau Marina with farewell Isa Lei, disembarking 9.00am Itineraries subject to change due to weather and other operational requirements

Standard Honeymoon Bonus
Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine in room on arrival.

Early Booking Saver (EBS) Availability & Discounts

Book early to secure Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares which represent discounts of up to 20% on selected Brochure Fares. EBS fares are capacity controlled. Captain Cook Cruises has set aside cabins which are available at these discounted fares. Once these cabins are sold, fares may revert to a higher fare or the full Brochure Fare. Savings apply to cruise fares only - they do not apply to other fees/charges including but not limited to transfers, shore excursions, fuel surcharges, government taxes or other fees as applied from time to time.

Onboard Charges

The following onboard charges apply to all passengers. These charges are not included in your cruise fare and are payable at the conclusion of your cruise. All amounts are charged to your onboard cabin account, payable at the end of your cruise by credit card, cash or traveller’s cheque. Please note surcharges are subject to change.

• Fuel Surcharge of FJ$15 per person per night (under 3 years free of charge)

General Conditions
Per person prices in Australian Dollars (AU$) or Fijian Dollars (FJ$) as stated. Special prices, itineraries and conditions apply on selected special event cruises. All bookings are subject to the terms and conditions of the Passenger Cruise Contract (Terms & Conditions of Booking). Cancellation charges apply. Prices exclude any levies or surcharges such as credit card surcharges or Onboard Charges such as fuel surcharges as applied from time to time. All rates are inclusive of Australian Goods & Services Tax (GST) or Fijian Value Added Tax (VAT) and Fijian Hotel Turnover Tax (HTT) at current legislated rate (January 2007) and may be subject to variation by the Government of the day. Captain Cook Cruises reserves the right to increase fares without prior notice, however fully paid guests will be protected at their booked rate, except for fuel surcharges, government taxes or other surcharges.

Cancellations & Refunds
All cancellations are subject to an AU$50 administration fee per person. Cancellation fees, less the administration fee, may be applied to another cruise if completed within 12 months of original booking.

Cancellations received inside 60 days of sailing will be subject to cancellation charges at the following rates:

CANCELLATION
within 30-59 days	$200.00pp deposit
within 15-29 days	50% of fare
14 days or less	100% of fare
no-shows at sailing	100% of fare
Special cancellation and payment policies apply to groups of 15 or more.

 

 

 

Special cancellation and payment policies apply to groups of 15 or more.

It is strongly recommended that passengers take out cancellation and travel insurance from the time of deposit. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary passports and visas.

For your comfort it may be necessary to amend itineraries or arrangements due to weather or other operational needs. Captain Cook Cruises reserves the right to vary fares, cabin allocation, itineraries, vessels, schedules and conditions of cruise without notice.

 

Top of Page