Northern Lau Cruise - captain Cook Cruises Fiji

Cruise Itinerary

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
8 Jun 2024	Port Denarau (Nadi), Fiji	Embark
8 Jun 2024	Tivua Island, Fiji
9 Jun 2024	Makogai Island, Fiji
10 Jun 2024	Vatu Vara, Fiji
11 Jun 2024	Wailagilala Island, Fiji
12 Jun 2024	Qilaqila, Fiji
12 Jun 2024	Mago Island, Fiji
13 Jun 2024	Lakeba, Fiji
14 Jun 2024	Vatu-i-Ra, Fiji
14 Jun 2024	Nananu-i-Ra, Fiji
15 Jun 2024	Lautoka, Fiji	Disembark	Transfer to Port Denarau
15 Jun 2024	Port Denarau (Nadi), Fiji

7 Night Cruise sailing from Denarau to Lautoka aboard Caledonian Sky.

Embark on an expedition cruise rich in cultural encounters and natural wonders. Sail to Tivua Private Island for coral exploration, then delve into Makogai's history and traditions. Vatu Vara offers a majestic summit and unique ecosystems, including the renowned coconut crab. Explore Wailagi Lala's crystal-clear waters and an abandoned lighthouse. Experience the cultural depth of Lakeba and retrace Captain William Bligh's path. Vatu-i-ra unfolds with a conservation park and vibrant marine life. Conclude your journey in Lautoka, accompanied by a traditional Fijian farewell.

Sample Itinerary:

DAY 1. TIVUA PRIVATE ISLAND
Arrive in Port Denarau this morning to check in for your cruise. Board Caledonian Sky and set sail over a light lunch as we cruise to Tivua Island. Spend the afternoon exploring the coral gardens, coral planting and clam rearing cages or a scenic walk through the island before enjoying a South Pacific sunset back onboard.

DAY 2. MAKOGAI
Discover a fascinating piece of Pacific history on your locally guided walking tour through the jungle. You’ll explore the ruins of a former leper colony and snorkel over giant clam gardens in the island’s turtle sanctuary. Back onshore, you’ll have the opportunity to join the island’s church service and be entertained by the local villagers and children with their traditional song and dance.

DAY 3. VATUVARA
Today you’ll explore one of Fiji’s most beautiful marine parks at Vatu Vara. This majestic island rises out of the Pacific with a 305-metre-high summit, giving it the nickname ‘Hat Island’. The volcanic and limestone island is just three kilometres in diameter and home to both a bird sanctuary and a National Park. Vatu Vara is also home to the world’s largest land arthropods, the coconut crab.

DAY 4. WAILAGILALA
Today includes a discovery of its seabird nesting colony and marine ecosystem that makes it a nationally significant island. Literally translated as "no water or rain", Wailagi Lala is famous for crystal-clear waters and many say that the tiny atoll is the only true atoll in Fiji. Dominated by a 1909 cast iron lighthouse (now abandoned and reaching some 29 metres in height) the sand island is surrounded by spectacular lagoon and coral reefs. Feel chalky white sand between your toes as you explore paradise.

DAY 5. QILA QILA & MAGO ISLAND
On today’s visit you’ll encounter hot springs and have a chance to swim in crystal-clear waters amidst a labyrinth of mushroom-shaped rock formations and islets. Spot an endemic Fijian free-tailed bat as you explore and swim through the easily accessible caves.
Enjoy lunch onboard as we steam towards Mago Island. On today’s visit you’ll have the opportunity to visit the cult village, Namalata. The reefs around Mago Island are diverse and pristine, making diving a must-do.

DAY 6. LAKEBA
Discover interesting historical sites and Chiefly Village on a guided tour. Key figures in Fiji’s political history including Ratu Sukuna and Ratu Mara are buried here as are the remains of the Tongan King and conqueror of much of the Lau, Ma’afu. Next follow the path of explorer Captain William Bligh who travelled in his 12-foot boat from Tonga through Lomaivit to Vatu-I-ra.

DAY 7. VATU-I-RA & NANNAU-I-RA
Natural beauty surrounds you in this large conservation park where you’ll enjoy Vatu-i-ra island as well as explore the large surrounding barrier reef. The island is a haven for breeding seabirds, earning it the nickname “Bird Island”. Dolphins, whales, sea turtles and more than 100 species of fish populate the diverse marine ecosystems surrounding the island Today we’ll visit the northern coast of Fiji’s largest island Viti Levu for our customary swim, snorkel, beachcombing or possibly take a hike. After lunch we go ashore before we begin our homeward journey. Don your favourite island attire and join all the celebrations of our Pacific Island Night Finale.

DAY 8. LAUTOKA
Enjoy breakfast onboard as we return to Lautoka for a 9:00am disembarkation. Our crew bid you farewell in song including their traditional Fijian ‘Isa Lei’ as they say ‘sototale’ or ‘see you again’. Transfers will be available to the Airport, Port Denarau hotels and the Port Denarau Marina.

November 2023 will see the dawn of a new era in high end cruise experiences never before seen in Fiji with the arrival of luxury expedition small ship MS Caledonian Sky. The luxury expedition ship is tailor made for the adventurous sophisticated traveller offering spacious boutique comfort with a capacity of only 114 passengers across 57 ocean view suites.

Caledonian Sky will provide an elegant onboard experience. Relax on your private balcony, soak in the views from panoramic Sky Deck, sip on bubbles in the two lounges and dine al fresco or in the dining room.

Be guided by our expanded expedition team of 70 crew members in one of the ship's 10 zodiacs to some fabulous destinations. MS Caledonian Sky will provide comfort and elegance as you experience remote locations unable to be accessed by any other means.

Comprising 57 exceptionally spacious, well-designed suites with ocean views arranged over four decks, all suites feature a sitting room area, and some have private balconies.

Each affords considerable comfort with en-suite bathroom featuring a country style wash basin, hot towel rack and vanity unit with sink and walk-in shower and/or bathtub. Each have walk-in or spacious wardrobes, dressing table with large mirror and stool or desk, mini- fridge, flat screen television, telephone, programmable electronic safe, hairdryer, assorted toiletries, air- conditioning and heating, bottled water, dressing gowns and slippers.

Captain Cook Cruises offers small-ship discovery cruises, day tours and cruising restaurants in the Fiji Islands. From the volcanic Yasawa Islands to the remote Northern Fiji Islands, we draw on four decades of cruising knowledge to create individual travel experiences you will never forget.

Discover the natural beauty, environmental diversity, culture and history aboard our fleet of explorer-style small ships. Unique itineraries take you to places where mainstream tourists rarely venture and where you can meet the locals. Our Day Tour and Dining experiences offer tailored packages for all ages and budgets.

Captain Cook Cruises is the recipient of numerous awards including the Fiji Visitors Bureau 'Best Cruise Line', and the Fiji Tourism Awards 'Best Fiji Experience' in 2012.

The company offers a choice of cruises weekly throughout Fiji. All vessels have hosted some of the world's most prestigious events and dignitaries, and are proud of their attention to detail and customer service.