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Caledonian Sky, Northern Lau Cruise ex Denarau Return

Cruise Caledonian Sky, Northern Lau Cruise ex Denarau Return
Cruise Line Captain Cook Cruises Fiji
Ship Caledonian Sky
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Denarau to Lautoka aboard Caledonian Sky.
Type of Cruise Speciality
Departure Date 06 Jul 2024
Cruise Description 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.
Sailing Dates
13 Apr 2024
11 May 2024
08 Jun 2024
06 Jul 2024
03 Aug 2024
28 Sep 2024
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
6 Jul 2024 Port Denarau (Nadi), Fiji Embark
6 Jul 2024 Tivua Island, Fiji
7 Jul 2024 Makogai Island, Fiji
8 Jul 2024 Vatu Vara, Fiji
9 Jul 2024 Wailagilala Island, Fiji
10 Jul 2024 Qilaqila, Fiji
10 Jul 2024 Mago Island, Fiji
11 Jul 2024 Lakeba, Fiji
12 Jul 2024 Vatu-i-Ra, Fiji
12 Jul 2024 Nananu-i-Ra, Fiji
13 Jul 2024 Lautoka, Fiji Disembark Transfer to Port Denarau
13 Jul 2024 Port Denarau (Nadi), Fiji
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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