Captain Cook Cruises Fiji has released the 2019 and 2020 departure dates for its two Northern Fiji seven-night Discovery cruises and The Four Cultures Discovery Cruise and Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise, both onboard small ship MV Reef Endeavour.
The Four Cultures Discovery Cruise is the first ever Fiji cruise to circumnavigate Vanua Levu, Fiji’s second largest island and visits four distinctive Fijian cultures, Ellice Islanders (Polynesians), Banabans (Micronesia), Fijian and Indians.
In addition to the best diving in the world, beautiful islands, Captain Cook Cruises offers a cultural journey through amazing shows of song and dance by the Polynesian’s (Ellice Islanders) of Kioa Island, and the opportunity to discover the home and history of the Banabans people on Rabi Island. Fiji is so much more than “just a beach” destination – the beauty of Fiji lies in its diversity – over 330 islands waiting to be explored. Circumnavigate Vanua Levu, learn about the four different cultures of the area and explore stunning islands, rivers and rainforests.
Visit a local Fijian school and see the children’s classrooms and school work and be entertained with an amazing cultural song and dance show.
The seven nights Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise offers passengers a view of Northern Fiji’s unique history, art and culture.
The cruise visits the world heritage listed Levuka on the island of Ovalau featuring 19th Century colonial architecture and waterfront promenades from colonial rule. The town was Fiji’s first capital from 1874 until 1883. The rugged mountains surrounding it prevented economic growth and Suva was declared the new capital. Levuka froze in time. In 1989 it was designated a historic town and has been recognized UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2013. At Makogai Island experience a traditional Fijian ceremony and walking tour of Makogai leper colony and nursery, home to giant clams and turtles, before visiting a local primary school, for a song and dance performance from the children. Passeners also get the ultimate experience of standing on the 180th Meridian, the natural dateline.
2019 and 2020 departure dates for the Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise include February 5, April 2, June 4, October 10, 2019 as well as February 4, 2020.
Early Booking Saver fares in a porthole cabin for Northern Fiji seven-night Discovery cruises start around 2,000.00 USD per person double occupancy (PPDO); prices are in Fijian or Australian dollar so the conversion will run something close to that. With options ranging from 3 day to 11 days a Captain Cook Cruise should be on your Fiji Itinerary.
Fares include shipboard accommodation, all meals, guided village, school and island tours, snorkelling and glass bottom boat excursions, daily island stopovers and water activities, hikes and Kayak safaris, on board entertainment, kids club (5-9yrs), onboard Wi-Fi, 24-hour self-service tea and coffee bar, post cruise transfers to Nadi and Denarau hotels and Nadi airport and use of the ship’s facilities including a swimming pool, spa’s, mini gym, sun deck, cocktail bar and library.
Why Small Ship Cruising?
What makes MV Reef Endeavour exceptional, is her small size allows her to reach remote reefs, islands and shallow bays, where bigger ships cannot proceed. Her design allows for big ship qualities, whilst maintaining a small ship feel. These features include a pool, spa, and an embarkation platform allowing access and storage for smaller boats.
A 2016 refurbishment and dry dock reduced the number of cabins to 63 cabins and she sails with a maximum of 130 passengers.
When is the best time to visit Fiji?
Fiji is great all year round due to its tropical climate. Tempatures run between 80 and 90 degree most of the year with cool evenings in the winter months, June to August, which are also our dryer months. Being a tropical climate afternoon showers are common in the summer months, December to February.
Deposits start and 300 and final payment is not due until 60 days prior to departure, so this is an easy way to budget for a magnificent Fijian Vacation.
Not sure where to start?
Call the regions only South Pacific Certified Travel Agent – Kerry Mooneyham at Midwest Travel Solutions. (816) 801-8558
Thinking of combining a cruise with a New Zealand or Australia trip? Kerry Mooneyham has also earned an Aussie Specialist certification from the Australian Tourism Board, and a Kiwi Specialist designation from the New Zealand Tourism Board.
