Pacific Passage, Fijian Escape ex Tonga (Nuku Alofa) to Fiji (Port Denarau)

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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
9 Oct 2021 Nuku'alofa, Tonga Islands
10 Oct 2021 Ha'apai, Tonga
11 Oct 2021 Vavau, Tonga
12 Oct 2021 At Sea    
13 Oct 2021 At Sea    
14 Oct 2021 At Sea    
15 Oct 2021 Kia Island, Fiji
16 Oct 2021 Kia Island, Fiji
17 Oct 2021 Yasawa Islands, Fiji
18 Oct 2021 Malolo Islands-Fiji
19 Oct 2021 Port Denarau (Nadi), Fiji
10 Night Cruise sailing from Nuku Alofa to Port Denarau aboard Pacific Passage.

We will show you these amazing islands of Tonga and Fiji on this comprehensive 10-night cruise. You will visit villages that rarely see cruise ships or western civilisation, the enthralling village dances and allow for the opportunity to acquire artefacts and carvings along the way and relax in South Pacific style.

Day 1 - Nukualofa
You are greeted with a welcome drink and given beach towels. You have the day to relax and use the ships’ facilities before the safety briefing and departure at 5pm. Chef will charm with his welcome dinner as we cruise across the bay to our beautiful anchorage. After dinner we sail with the winds from behind which makes for pleasant coastal cruising.

Day 2 - Ha'apai
Well off the beaten path for visitors, the 62 scattered islands, atolls, reefs and shoals of the central island group of Ha’apai are an undeniably authentic slice of Polynesia and where only a few visitors have seldom been before you. Looming volcanic islands, warming trade winds and pristine atolls lapped by gentle waters provide a superb tropical backdrop for more adventurous travellers. Experience easy-going hospitality, before effortlessly filling days with sea kayaking, snorkelling or horse riding along white sandy beaches. More whale encounters are planned during our stay in Ha’apai.

Day 3 - Vav'au
Vav'au is a beautiful collection of islands that are on the other side of the dateline; so we arrive one day later. We explore the enormous lagoon and our many favourite islands. There will be wonderful opportunities to swim with visiting humpback whales by our local guides who know these creatures intimately. We stay here for three days in this picture perfect South Seas playground.

Day 7/8 - Kia Island
This morning we weave between the islets and the long sandy beaches to reach Kia Island. This island is free to explore on the water and on land and we easily engage with the friendly residents during our extended stay. Later we celebrate a perfect day in paradise with a sunset cocktail on the aft deck and share stories of our day’s adventures.

Day 9 - Yasawa Islands
This day is absolute paradise with expansive white sandy beaches and beautiful ocean almost to ourselves. Later in the afternoon be prepared for some special entertainment. We have a meke (Fijian dancing) and a lovo (feast cooked in the ground) arranged by the local chief at his village. It is a fun-filled night for all involved with ukeleles, singing, dancing on the beach with some kava tasting.

Day 10 - Malolo Island
The tenders are ready to take you to Malolo island. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to move into Fijian time and soak up the surrounding sea and landscapes that most mortals only dream about. A must visit is to the Yacht club Island bar that is frequented by locals and yacht owners alike. This iconic sand between the toes beach bar should not be missed. Try not to be too late as we have our farewell dinner onboard tonight.

Final Day - Farewell at Denarau
After a hearty breakfast on deck we are underway and arrive alongside the Port Denarau wharf at 11:00 am with disembarking to be completed by 11:30 am. We wish you safe travels and look forward to welcoming you back onboard soon.

To celebrate our 12th anniversary, we have our new-build ship PACIFIC PASSAGE being delivered in early 2020. Measuring 44 metres in length, she has been meticulously designed for just 18 passengers to cruise New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands in superb comfort. She is purpose designed for coastal cruising and island hopping to explore where the larger ships simply cannot access.

She represents a beautiful eco-friendly ship designed to over-deliver experiences whilst providing the highest standards of safety, comfort and enjoyment for guests while they are exploring our part of the Pacific.

PACIFIC PASSAGE is an ocean-going ship designed and classified for travel to the corners of the world in safety and comfort. Onboard we silently convert salt water to make 8 tons of pure fresh water each day, endlessly recycle waste water to a level above 99% purity before harmlessly discharging this overboard away from the coast, discretely recharge numerous working batteries from an array of solar panels above the bridge, neatly compact our rubbish to minute proportions and generally do as much as we possibly can to leave a minimal footprint of our activity.

Spacious and indulgent, yet intimate enough to feel totally exclusive, PACIFIC PASSAGE is beautifully designed and decorated in a classical modern theme. The spacious lounge, dining room and aft deck define our ship. Bi-fold doors allow the opportunity to expand and integrate the dining and saloon area into the open wide aft-deck to create an alfresco entertaining area of an enormous almost 190 square metres for your relaxation onboard.

Those wishing to keep up with the world beyond our intimate destinations will appreciate wireless internet, i-pod docking stations and satellite telephones on the bridge for regional and international calls.

Two 7-metre aluminium landing craft are each equipped for 10 guests. Snorkel and fishing equipment, twin and single kayaks and standup paddle boards are carried onboard. Our mainly New Zealand officers and crew are professionally trained to ensure your safety and comfort. Our housekeeping team aim to present the ship as if you are the first guests ever to step on board. We trust you will enjoy the experience and relaxed days onboard PACIFIC PASSAGE.

From the six delicious Pacific Suites with lovely verandas to the abundance of amenities in our three spacious Horizon Suites, there’s no finer way to cruise. Whichever you do choose, you’ll find it beautifully designed in an Island Escape understated elegance for your comfort and enjoyment.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2020
  • Length: 44 m
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 18
Ship Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • 26" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote
  • 110/220 volt outlets and USB/I-Pod ports
  • Complimentary Movies on Demand
  • Premium toiletries, plush robes and slippers
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • In-suite binoculars and woollen weave blanket
Ship Facilities
  • Standup Paddle Boards
  • Kayaks
  • Snorkel and fishing equipment
  • Aft-Deck with Alfresco Dining
  • Dining Room
  • Spacious Lounge
NB: Island Passage has been sold and a new-build ship PACIFIC PASSAGE will be delivered in early 2020. New cruise bookings will open from 4th April 2019.

Island Escape Cruises is a luxurious small ship cruise experience. In New Zealand we own 20-year permits from the Government to explore the entire World Heritage Fiordland National Park. Virtually isolated with access by sea and helicopter, this region is beyond sensational and often described as the ultimate nature lovers paradise. We also cruise the beautiful Bay of Islands Marine Park region over Christmas and New Year during the NZ summer season. Hot and sunny days of pure relaxation.

For six months each year, during the New Zealand winter, we move to the Pacific Islands where we call Tahiti our home. There is sensational small ship cruising within a tropical paradise with her French influence. First class activities and amenities, Tahiti and the South Pacific are favourite small ship cruise destinations and loved by our guests for their relaxed tropical atmosphere.

Our original ship, Island Passage, has been sold after a dozen years of wonderful service. And to celebrate our 12th anniversary, we have our new-build ship PACIFIC PASSAGE being delivered in early 2020. Measuring 44 metres in length, she has been meticulously designed for just 18 passengers to cruise New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands in superb comfort. She is purpose designed for coastal cruising and island hopping to explore where the larger ships simply cannot access.

Deck 1

Deck 2

Deck 3

Horizon Suite Photo
3 Suites - Bora Bora Island, Yasawa Island, Moorea Island.


Size including teak veranda: 195 sq ft – 18 sq m
King-size Horizon Bed (2 suites) with luxury linens and pillows
Twin-size Horizon Beds (1 suite) with luxury linens and pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
32" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote
Complimentary Movies on Demand
110/220 volt outlets and USB/I-Pod ports
Private ensuite bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
Heated anti-fog mirror with hair dryer
Twin hand basins with drawers under
Premium toiletries, plush robes and slippers
Purified water refilled daily
Twice-daily housekeeping
Spacious closet and drawers
In-suite binoculars and woollen weave blanket

Pacific Suite Photo
6 Suites - Milford Sound, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound, Caswell Sound, Bligh Sound, Nancy Sound.


Size including teak veranda: 160 sq ft – 15 sq m
Queen-size Pacific Bed (5 suites) with luxury linens and pillows
Twin-size Pacific Beds (1 suite) with luxury linens and pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
26" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote
Complimentary Movies on Demand
110/220 volt outlets and USB/I-Pod ports
Large ensuite bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
Heated anti-fog mirror with hair dryer
Hand basin with drawers under
Premium toiletries, plush robes and slippers
Purified water refilled daily
Twice-daily housekeeping
Spacious closet and drawers
In-suite binoculars and woollen weave blanket