Lautoka

Step aboard the ‘Ra Marama’ or ‘City of Nadi’ bound for an idyllic tropical island, surrounded by 500 acres of coral reef. As you cruise the blue waters of the Pacific for an hour and a half, relax, with morning tea, and enjoy the views of the Mamanuca Islands. Soak up the sun or watch for dolphins playing on the bow wave before you reach Tivua Island.

Upon arrival at Tivua, you’ll be welcomed by a traditional Kava ceremony. Afterwards, if you’re feeling adventurous, there are a variety of activities on offer to allow you a closer look at the fascinating and colourful marine life. Take a guided snorkelling tour, glass bottom boat or canoe. Alternatively, you may prefer to simply relax under the shade of a palm tree.

A local style buffet lunch including barbecued chicken, whole baked fish and a selection of salads and fresh fruits will be served on the island. The snorkelling tour, glass bottom boat and canoe are included in the cost of the tour.

In 1000 A.D., the first Polynesians landed at Vadu Point near the village of Viseisei. Said to be one of Fiji’s oldest settlements, you will be welcomed into the village of Viseisei with a traditional Kava ceremony. A tour of the village will give you a fascinating insight into Fijian culture.

Continue your tour to the Garden of the Sleeping Giant. This garden was the pet project of American actor, Raymond Burr. The garden lies at the base of a mountain in the Sabeto Range and is often referred to as the Sleeping Giant due to its shape and the accompanying myth, which surrounds it. The gardens specialise in orchids, and during a guided walk, you’ll see hundreds of these beautiful blooms in all shapes and colours. Your guide will explain the names and characteristics of the abundant native flora and fauna.

A short stop will be made at Nadi Market where you’ll have the opportunity to look at Fijian crafts and souvenirs.

A high speed, motor-powered catamaran is ready to whisk you off on a ride over to Beachcomber Island, one of the idyllic islands in the Mamanuca group. Relax in the air-conditioned cabin or bask in the sun on the open deck.

Spend the day doing as little or as much as you like. If you are feeling energetic, swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters. Watersports are available on the island at a nominal charge. Alternatively, simply relax and soak up the sun, feed the fish or take the coral viewing boat.

You can enjoy a selection of dishes, cooked in an underground oven, during a delicious buffet lunch. You will receive four complimentary drinks vouchers for use during your island sojourn.

All too soon it will be time to cruise back across the blue waters of the Pacific to Lautoka, where your ship awaits.

Travel to the Sabeto Highlands and experience the natural beauty and unspoilt interior of the main island with spectacular views of the Nadi area and Mamanuca Islands. Take in the scenery as you pass sugar cane fields and farms, the Sabeto mountain range and small Hindu temples on your way to the village. You will be welcomed into the Nalesutale Village by the chief and the villagers with a traditional Kava ceremony. Listen to ancestral stories and see the ancient cave-like homes.

Trek into the rainforest with a guide, where you will learn about the flora, fauna and traditional Fijian herbal medicine. Cool off in cascading waterfalls, soak in natural cleansing mud pools and visit historical caves.

Denarau Island is located on the western side of Viti Levu. Famous for its year round blue sky, the island boasts the region's ultimate sports complex, and you will head to its PADI five star dive centre located at the Sheraton Fiji Resort.

In your dive boat, find some of the most beautiful dive sites of Fiji to experience the reefs at their most colourful and lavish. Relax on the boat during your surface intervals, where you can soak up some sun enjoying light refreshments.

Your tour begins with a guided visit to the principal village in Lautoka, Vitogo. Take the chance to talk to the villagers and explore their historic village.

You will then be warmly welcomed at the Home of Don and Aileen Burness, with their interesting collection of antiques and photographs. Some of Don and Aileen’s treasured collection dates back to the colonial times, when Don’s family emigrated from Scotland to Fiji. Enjoy their anecdotes and stories of Fiji’s colourful history, and take a stroll in their beautiful gardens. They have an impressive collection of orchids as well as a variety of trees, shrubs and anthurium lilies. Your hosts will invite you to enjoy tea, coffee or juice accompanied by homemade cakes.

At the end of Nadi Town lies the biggest and most colourful Hindu Temple in the South Pacific, Shiva Subramani Swami, where you have a short time for a photo stop. Spend some time in the busy market of Nadi town, before returning to the ship.