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Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
There are a big range of outdoor activities available to our visitors on Tivua Island including guided snorkelling straight off the beach or from the pontoon and guided glass bottom boat tours with our marine biologist, use of canoes and stand up paddle boards, beach volleyball, beach walks, seasonal bird and turtle viewing and Fijian cultural experiences.
Our Tivua Island Day Cruise also includes a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the island. We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and walk through the island and craft demonstration on the return leg. Optional extras include beach massages and scuba diving for all experience levels with professional PADI instructors.
Whether you choose a day cruise or a dinner cruise will depend on the type of experience you are looking for. Our day cruise to Tivua Island features lots of water based activities and Fijian family fun in the sun, while our dinner cruise is more laid back and romantic, taking in the magnificent sunsets the Mamanuca Islands are famous for.
Both tours include a buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and traditional Fijian hospitality, but while children are welcome on the dinner cruise, there are no kids activities provided, unlike the day cruise, where they have access to the Captain’s Kids Club on Tivua Island.
If you have a pre existing medical condition, are pregnant or are over 75 years, we recommend you visit your doctor and obtain advice as we cruise to remote locations. We do carry a nurse aboard Reef Endeavour and our Marine crew are first aid trained but we do not sail with a doctor.
A medical certificate is required for those over 75 years.
Due to our cancellation policy and the remote nature of your cruise experience, we recommend you take out travel insurance.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
Fiji is great all year round due to its tropical climate.
The maximum daily temperature in Fiji is 27-33 Celsius year round with cool evenings in the winter months, June to August, which are also our dryer months.
An afternoon shower of “liquid sunshine??? is common in the summer months, December to February.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
There are a big range of outdoor activities available to our visitors on Tivua Island including guided snorkelling straight off the beach or from the pontoon and guided glass bottom boat tours with our marine biologist, use of canoes and stand up paddle boards, beach volleyball, beach walks, seasonal bird and turtle viewing and Fijian cultural experiences.
Our Tivua Island Day Cruise also includes a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the island. We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and walk through the island and craft demonstration on the return leg. Optional extras include beach massages and scuba diving for all experience levels with professional PADI instructors.
Whether you choose a day cruise or a dinner cruise will depend on the type of experience you are looking for. Our day cruise to Tivua Island features lots of water based activities and Fijian family fun in the sun, while our dinner cruise is more laid back and romantic, taking in the magnificent sunsets the Mamanuca Islands are famous for.
Both tours include a buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and traditional Fijian hospitality, but while children are welcome on the dinner cruise, there are no kids activities provided, unlike the day cruise, where they have access to the Captain’s Kids Club on Tivua Island.
Cancellation Policy for Day & Evening Cruises
100% Cancellation fee for cancellations less than 24 hours prior to sailing. Additional special payment and cancellation conditions may apply to groups of 10 or more passengers.
COVID-19 affected bookings will have all amendment fees waived and we will honour the rate quoted for new dates.
The following cancellation policy applies to MV Reef Endeavour -
More than 60 days prior to sailing - $100 per person
Within 30-59 days prior to sailing - $300 per person
Within 29-15 days prior to sailing - 50% of fare
14 days and under prior to sailing - 100% of fare
No-show at time of sailing - 100% of fare.
All cancellation fees paid within 14 days of cancellation, (less an administration fee of $100 pp) may be applied to another cruise if completed by the same client within 12 months of original booking.
Additional special payment and cancellation conditions may apply to groups of 15 or more passengers.
Many of our passengers choose to pay by installments. We require $300 per person deposit & full payment 60 days prior to cruise but you can pay this over a period of time if you choose. Please make note of your confirmation number and advise this when you make your payments.
Payment can be made by credit card during our online booking process or over the phone. We also accept payment via EFT to either our Australian or Fiji bank accounts (please contact us for details) or in person at our check in counter at Port Denarau.
We accept credit cards, Fiji dollars and most major currencies in payment for your onboard account.
Please note that payment for Reef Endeavour cruises are due 60 days prior to cruise or within 7 days of a booking being confirmed, whichever is later.
Bookings can be made with your travel agent, by calling our office in Fiji or Australia, via our online bookings system or via an email booking form.
Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
There are a big range of outdoor activities available to our visitors on Tivua Island including guided snorkelling straight off the beach or from the pontoon and guided glass bottom boat tours with our marine biologist, use of canoes and stand up paddle boards, beach volleyball, beach walks, seasonal bird and turtle viewing and Fijian cultural experiences.
Our Tivua Island Day Cruise also includes a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the island. We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and walk through the island and craft demonstration on the return leg. Optional extras include beach massages and scuba diving for all experience levels with professional PADI instructors.
Whether you choose a day cruise or a dinner cruise will depend on the type of experience you are looking for. Our day cruise to Tivua Island features lots of water based activities and Fijian family fun in the sun, while our dinner cruise is more laid back and romantic, taking in the magnificent sunsets the Mamanuca Islands are famous for.
Both tours include a buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and traditional Fijian hospitality, but while children are welcome on the dinner cruise, there are no kids activities provided, unlike the day cruise, where they have access to the Captain’s Kids Club on Tivua Island.
We give back to the communities by financially contributing to the governing village for every island visit that we make with our cruises and we also encourage the villagers to make local arts and crafts for our passengers to purchase at their village craft market. We also contract the villages we visit to perform a Meke (traditional dance) and Sevusevu (welcome ceremony). This not only provides a source of income but also ensures their culture lives on and it is wonderful to see the new classrooms and facilities that this income has provided over time.
In addition to this, donations of considerable amounts are given to schools and churches on every cruise by our passengers and our passengers regularly turn up with footballs, school books and stationery that are donated to the communities and schools on the islands. We ensure that they go to the village elders to ensure even distribution. We have a Crab Race aboard our cruises, which is 100% return betting, and this is usually donated to a special village project.
The majority of our staff and crew are from local communities and we employ 3 or 4 deck and engineering cadets on 6 monthly placements to help support the future of the Fijian Maritime Industry. Our Masters and officers enjoy nurturing the potential in these Fijians and ensure they have a great learning experience. These cadetships often turn into great opportunities for the cadets - one of them now holds an Australian Master Class One and has been relieving with us as First Officer and another is our full time First Officer.
Reef Endeavour visits a number of Schools on all cruises. There is normally a "no obligation" donation box at each school. Donations of sporting equipment, clothing, stationery or books are always well received but please don't bring lollies or candy.
All Reef Endeavour itineraries include at least one visit to a local school and village. We ask that you cover your knees and shoulders and remove your hat and sunglasses when entering the village in line with the local customs. The local way to cover your knees is with a sulu or “sarong??? for men and women.
We offer a complimentary choice of tours on the half day in Port Denarau during the 7 night Mamanuca & Yasawa Discovery Cruise. You may choose from Garden of the Sleeping Giant Orchid Farm tour, Mud baths experience, Rejuvenation spa or, for an additional charge, Zip Lining. The Tivua Island Day cruise is also offered on Tuesdays only. For this option you sail out and we collect you when Reef Endeavour arrives there.
We offer 3 & 4 night cruise options or combined 7 night itinerary to the Mamanuca and Yasawa island groups 3 weeks of most months.
We offer complimentary pick ups and drop offs from most Mamanuca resorts on Saturdays only.
On the first Tuesday of every month we voyage to Fiji’s Remote North (7 nights) or the Lau group (11 nights). It is possible to join the cruise or disembark in Vanua Levu or Taveuni on some of these itineraries. Please contact our office for further information.
Our crew love a special event and will do all they can to ensure your special day is amazing. We can arrange most things for you aboard from a sparkler in your desert, champagne to welcome you to your room or a wedding ceremony under an arch of fresh flowers on a remote beach. If you were thinking of chartering your own vessel privately, we can do that too.
We are fully licensed and are able to store any duty free liquor you may have for the duration of the cruise as it can’t be consumed aboard.
We prefer to prepare all food for you. Please let us know if you have any special needs or requests in advance.
Our chefs aboard Reef Endeavour can cater for most special diets and allergies with sufficient notice.
Please ensure you notify us in advance and consult with the Cruise Director aboard.
Water is treated aboard and safe to drink from the tap. We also provide filtered water for drinking at the 24 hour tea and coffee station in the Yasawa Lounge. If you prefer bottled water you can purchase it from our boutique or the bar.
Dining is a vital ingredient on your Fiji cruise. Whether it is an alfresco luncheon, gourmet barbecue or a-la-carte dinner, our food is prepared on board from fresh local and imported produce. Our cuisine is a contemporary fusion of international and Fijian flavours.
Breakfast 7.30am – 9.00am.
Lunch from 12.30pm.
Dinner reservations from 7pm to 8pm or as otherwise advised.
There is one sitting for meals. Table seating is assigned for most evening Dinners whilst Breakfast and Lunch are free seating. We cater for most special diets in our fully equipped Galley so please let us know your requirements in advance.
Generally, pack for a hot and sunny holiday with plenty of time in the water, but there are a few essential items to remember:
We do have a small boutique on board the ship which carries most essentials.
Reef Endeavour: Captain Cook Cruises offers PADI 5 Star diving from Reef Endeavour for experienced and first time divers. Learn to dive courses are available on cruises of at least 4 nights. We recommend pre booking these and also logging on to the PADI website to register for elearning.
We also offer full spa services in our dedicated spa treatment room or massage on the beach for an additional fee. All spa services may be pre booked or a booking can be made aboard.
Reef Endeavour has a guest Laundry aboard with washers & dryers for a small fee and iron and ironing board. Our Tabua Suite guests have an iron and ironing board in their room. There is a line under most railings outside Staterooms & Suites for airing clothes.
All linen, beach and bath towels are supplied. The rooms are serviced daily and towels replaced if required.
Amenities by Pure Fiji Coconut are also supplied in all rooms and there is also a boutique aboard should you need to purchase anything.
The voltage is 240v
Power is 240v and the same plug as Australia and New Zealand. There are a couple of power-points in each cabin and a shaver point in the ensuite.
There is mobile phone access at most anchorages on the Yasawa and Remote North Discovery Cruises. There is very limited access on the Lau Discovery Cruise. Some providers offer better service in some areas.
Reef Endeavour offers free wifi at most anchorages on the Yasawa and Remote North Discovery Cruises in the Yasawa Lounge and the Tabua Suites. There is very limited access on the Lau Discovery Cruise. We depend on the mobile phone network which does not cover the remote areas of Fiji.
Reef Endeavour is a small ship with limited access for those with limited mobility due to marine regulations and the ship’s layout. We are not suitable for those in a wheelchair as the boat deck and access to the places we visit is only accessible via a flight of 12 stairs. We do have a hydraulic platform for access to the small boats but landings on the islands can be wet.
GETTING AROUND THE SHIP
Reef Endeavour has five decks. A lift operates between D Deck and the Sundeck and is available for those with limited mobility and for emergency use. Please note that it does not access the boat deck for transfers ashore to which there is one flight of stairs. Please note that at various times the lift is used for the ship's operational purposes.
* At each level, except D deck, the dining saloon, the lift lobby door has a 43cm (17-inch) sill to step over.
* These sills, on C Deck Starboard side only, can be swung open for access however there is still a small ridge on the floor. The sills are normally kept closed while the vessel is at sea.
* The three decks with cabins opening onto the outside deck also have 43cm sills below the entrance door. These cannot be opened.
* Should guests have trouble stepping over these sills we recommend booking a D deck cabin. These cabins are available in double bed or twin or four berth and open to the internal alleyway forward of the dining saloon.
* Access from D deck cabins to the dining saloon and, via the lift, to the main lounge (the Yasawa Lounge) to the pool deck, is easy, but with a maximum 100 mm (4in) sill.
* ALL cabin bathrooms have a sill (25 cm) to step over
WATER ACTIVITIES
Reef Endeavour carries a 'glass-bottom' boat for fish and reef viewing, two smaller boats for diving and snorkeling and transport to and from the shore and a 'rescue boat' to keep an eye on snorkelers. Access to the boarding deck is down 12 steps from the pool deck. There are strong rails on the steps. Guests need to be able to walk down or up these steps and wheelchair access is not possible. The carrying of persons up or down the stairs is not encouraged. If you require assistance it please bring a carer.
* The glass-bottom boat and smaller boats are all raised and lowered into the water by a platform on the stern of the ship. This means that guests get on and off the boats directly from the ship and without stepping across any water. Safe and dry.
* There is a small gangway across to the glass bottom boat but this is only 50cm (19.75in) wide, not wide enough for a wheelchair.
* There are also three steps down from the front of the glass-bottom boat, once you have boarded, to the seating area. There is always crew close by to help.
* There are three steps down into the smaller tenders from the boarding gate.
GETTING ASHORE
* Access to the beach from the smaller tenders is via a ramp at the front which opens onto the beach. The glass-bottom boat uses a narrow gangway which reaches down to the beach. If you have any doubt about your ability to walk down this gangway, please ask a crew member to help you however, again, the carrying of persons up or down the gangway is not encouraged.
The Reef Endeavour has a swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi on board, along with a mini gym, 24hr tea and coffee making facilities, guest laundry, pool bar, cocktail bar, dining saloon, conference room, gift shop and a library and DVDs.
WIFI is available in the Tabua Suites and Yasawa Lounge. Please note that this is intermittent on all of our cruises and limited to areas close to the main island where mobile phone reception is available.
Please see our limited mobility information below in the following question.
We are not star rated but if asked, our reply is that the Cabins and Staterooms are 3.5 star and the Tabua Suites and the experience and facilities are 4-4.5 star
The Reef Endeavour has 4 levels of accommodation, all of which have been recently refurbished;
All Staterooms and Tabua Suites open directly onto the outside deck.
Reef Endeavour is perfect for couples, singles and families - whether you are looking for a relaxing holiday or one with with lots of experiences and constant activities available. Our cruises are perfect for a couple where one is really active and the other would prefer to lie on a deck chair, cocktail in hand, and read a book. All our shore activities are included at least twice a day and often to a different island but it is optional for you to participate so there is plenty of relaxation time.
We definitely cater to families holiday venue but do not accept passengers under 5 years old and so appeal to families of school age children. Children must be supervised at all times on the cruise, we offer kids activities for much of the day to keep them occupied and we find that our passengers without children do not find their presence to negatively impact their holidays. If you would prefer to avoid this type of traveller we recommend that you don't cruise in Australian and New Zealand school holidays, particularly those that fall in the middle of the year.
Yes, we welcome children from 5-17 years aboard. All children must be under the supervision of an adult at all times and must be able to swim unaided. Unfortunately, we are unable to have children under the age of 5 years aboard
Our small ship cruises are ideal for families as most activities are suitable (and very enjoyable) for children and you’ll find that Fijians are the friendliest people on earth and love children - so they will be welcome wherever they go.
Our cruises also provide a wide range of activities - which are almost all included in the price - and provide a great cultural and underwater learning experience for your kids. We have a freshwater pool aboard the ship and family bunk cabins and interconnecting staterooms so your family can stay together. We also offer the Captains Kids Club for children aged from 5-9 years to make sure that you get to relax and enjoy some quiet time!
Captain’s Kids Club is available from
You will not need cash on board The Reef Endeavour as we accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express to settle your onboard account.
We recommend that you bring Fiji Dollars for island purchases.
Limited currency exchange is available on board.
We will open a cabin account for you when you board. You can settle this account at the end of your cruise or at any time during the cruise at the Purser’s office with most credit cards (3% surcharge) or cash. We would recommend Fiji dollars but can exchange most major currencies for you.
Our cruise packages cover all of the essentials that you will need on your holiday with us.
We do offer some additional services at additional cost and these include:
You may also wish to make purchases during excursions, or donations to the local community during your trip.
Our cruises packages all include:
All of our crew speak English and Fijian.
We provide some written literature in German, Mandarin, Italian & Japanese
Our service and marine crew of 45-55 members are Fijian, many from the islands we visit. The Fijian people are some of the most friendly in the world and you will leave us feeling as though you are leaving family. Some of the management crew are from overseas. The Captain Cook Cruises Fiji family are looking forward to welcoming you aboard.’
We offer 3 & 4 night cruise options or combined 7 night itinerary to the Mamanuca and Yasawa island groups 3 weeks of most months. We offer complimentary pick ups and drop offs from most Mamanuca resorts on Saturdays only. On the first Tuesday of every month we voyage to Fiji’s Remote North (7 nights) or the Lau group (11 nights). It is possible to join the cruise or disembark in Vanua Levu or Taveuni on some of these itineraries. Please contact our office for further information.
Fiji’s weather is warm all year round and perfect for cruising and the daytime temperature is 25-33 degrees C during the day year round.
Very occasionally the Captain may decide to alter the itinerary to ensure optimum experience and enjoyment. It is highly unlikely that the weather would have a significant impact on your itinerary, but passenger safety is our primary concern and the Captain will take the appropriate steps to avoid compromising the safety of our passengers and crew. We do offer a refund in this case.
Reef Endeavour can accommodate up to 130 passengers but may be full with 100.
Please check in by Midday (Noon) at Port Denarau for your Reef Endeavour Cruise. We board at 1pm on Tuesdays and Midday on Saturdays. Our counter is open at 0830am for check in of bags.
Your journey with Captain Cook Cruises begins when you check in for your cruise at Port Denarau and unfortunately we cannot collect you from your hotel but you will be able to arrange transport through your hotel, or from the airport, to join us.
We offer complimentary transfers back to most Nadi hotels and Nadi airport after you cruise - please advise your hotel at the time of booking.
Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
There are a big range of outdoor activities available to our visitors on Tivua Island including guided snorkelling straight off the beach or from the pontoon and guided glass bottom boat tours with our marine biologist, use of canoes and stand up paddle boards, beach volleyball, beach walks, seasonal bird and turtle viewing and Fijian cultural experiences.
Our Tivua Island Day Cruise also includes a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the island. We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and walk through the island and craft demonstration on the return leg. Optional extras include beach massages and scuba diving for all experience levels with professional PADI instructors.
Whether you choose a day cruise or a dinner cruise will depend on the type of experience you are looking for. Our day cruise to Tivua Island features lots of water based activities and Fijian family fun in the sun, while our dinner cruise is more laid back and romantic, taking in the magnificent sunsets the Mamanuca Islands are famous for.
Both tours include a buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and traditional Fijian hospitality, but while children are welcome on the dinner cruise, there are no kids activities provided, unlike the day cruise, where they have access to the Captain’s Kids Club on Tivua Island.
There are 2 private bures on Tivua Island if you would like somewhere more private during the day cruise.
We offer a Captain’s Kids club on Tivua Island during the Tivua Island Day cruise for children under 10 years.
We do not offer children’s activities on the Sunset Dinner Cruise
Fiji’s weather is warm all year round with a daytime temperature of between 25-33 degrees C which is perfect for cruising. Very occasionally the wind makes one side of the island uncomfortable for snorkelling so the Captain may decide to alter itinerary to ensure optimum experience and enjoyment. Once in awhile the Captain may choose not to depart for the safety of all concerned. We do offer a refund in this case.
Our Tivua Island Day cruise, Sunset Dinner cruise and Reef Endeavour Small Ship cruises are all suitable for children. Our child age is 5-17yrs. All children must be under the supervision of an adult at all times and must be able to swim unaided.
Infants are accepted but our passengers are required to provide their own floatation device for those under 5yrs.
Tivua Island Day cruise has a capacity of 100 per vessel and 200 guests on the island
The Tivua Island Day Cruise includes:
We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and medicine walk through the island and craft demonstration on return sail. There is time to do most of these activities and you do not need to prebook.
Optional activities include Beach Massage and PADI diving. There is limited availability for both these activities and we would recommend prebooking
Our Tivua Island Day cruise and Sunset Dinner Cruise include a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients.
We are able to cater for most dietary requirements with advance notice. Please let us know what your require when booking and confirm with your Cruise Director onboard.
If you are joining us for our Tivua Island Day Cruise or Sunset Dinner Cruise, we can arrange collection and return transfers from most Denarau and Nadi hotels - please contact us for your pickup time. For the Tivua Island Day Cruise only, we are also able to provide return transfers only to selected Coral Coast Hotels for a small additional charge.
Please ensure you have checked in half an hour prior to departure. There are places for coffee and great shopping at the Port while you wait for boarding.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi.
Experience the Fiji few travellers get to see on a Captain Cook adventure and discovery small ship cruise. We are the premier small ship cruise provider in Fiji and, with over 20 years experience cruising in Fiji, our itineraries have been carefully designed to give you the best possible experiences in the time you have available.
From short day cruises to our own private Tivua Island through to our incredible 11 day tour Lau Group our cruises take you away from the popular tourist destinations and allow you to experience the ‘real Fiji’.
Another key point of differentiation is the compact size of our cruise ship, The Reef Endeavour, that allows us to visit places that larger vessels cannot navigate. Our small ship cruises give you all of the facilities and comfort you expect, including a swimming pool, with a unique cruising community of only 130 passengers plus our amazing local Fijian crew.
No matter how long you spend with us, your relaxation and enjoyment is our top priority. All of your meals are freshly prepared from local produce and you can choose to keep yourself busy with our wide range of excursions and activities or simply relax and the stunning scenery go by. No matter what kind of traveller you are, we have the perfect cruise for you.
All our cruises depart from Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, however some of our cruises offer the option for pick-ups from destinations on our route.
Many country's residents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, China & Germany, do not require a visa for Fiji but all visitors must have 6 months validity on their passport and a return ticket. To find out if you need a visa, please visit the Fiji High Commission’s website.
There are a big range of outdoor activities available to our visitors on Tivua Island including guided snorkelling straight off the beach or from the pontoon and guided glass bottom boat tours with our marine biologist, use of canoes and stand up paddle boards, beach volleyball, beach walks, seasonal bird and turtle viewing and Fijian cultural experiences.
Our Tivua Island Day Cruise also includes a tropical buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the island. We also offer a traditional Kava ceremony and walk through the island and craft demonstration on the return leg. Optional extras include beach massages and scuba diving for all experience levels with professional PADI instructors.
Whether you choose a day cruise or a dinner cruise will depend on the type of experience you are looking for. Our day cruise to Tivua Island features lots of water based activities and Fijian family fun in the sun, while our dinner cruise is more laid back and romantic, taking in the magnificent sunsets the Mamanuca Islands are famous for.
Both tours include a buffet meal prepared with fresh local ingredients and traditional Fijian hospitality, but while children are welcome on the dinner cruise, there are no kids activities provided, unlike the day cruise, where they have access to the Captain’s Kids Club on Tivua Island.
Tivua island is an amazing venue for any event, a coral atoll surrounded by 500 acres of coral reef and 100m jetty to the edge of the reef. If your group is at least 80 people we can offer Tivua island for your exclusive use. We can offer exclusive use of the island for less passengers at additional cost or select times for smaller numbers too.
Our maximum capacities are as follows:
Captain Cook Cruises Fiji’s fleet includes a 130 passenger accommodated ship, Reef Endeavour, two tall ships and a sailing catamaran, all of which can be chartered for your special event alone or in conjunction with an experience on Tivua island.
We can’t speak highly enough of the staff and service, so helpful, friendly and warm. We would definitely cruise with you again
The crew is so amazing and lovely, we had such an amazing stay and made new friends as well. Thank you so much for everything.