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South Sea Cruises – Day Cruises Season: 01 April 2016 to 31 March 2017 South Sea Cruises – Day Cruises Season: 01 April 2016 to 31 March 2017 Major Changes Malolo Island Day Trip: Will no longer be available from 1 April 2016. Seaspray Day Sailing Adventure will not be available from 23 May to 07 June 2016, due to vessel Annual Survey. Description The Fiji islands are home to villages and fabulous resorts, plus spectacular beaches and magnificent coral lagoons. Choose from an extensive selection of quality day cruises to the Mamanuca Islands of Castaway, Mana, Malolo, Treasure and South Sea Islands. Or if you just can't decide, try our Combo Cruise or Fiji Island Explorer to experience more that one of these gorgeous islands. We also offer the amazing opportunity to cruise into and visit the majestic and remote Yasawa Islands for a day. Click here for Availability Update Seaspray Day Sailing Adventure – Full Day A magnificent day on the water! This full day sailing cruise includes a Fijian village visit and time ashore at Modriki Island from Tom Hank’s movie 'Cast Away'. Board the magnificent classic schooner, Seaspray, for a day exploring the crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches and lagoons of the Mamanuca Islands. Seaspray is an 83 foot schooner offering stable and comfortable sailing. You'll board Seaspray at picturesque Mana Island (transfers to/from Mana are included) to sail through the islands, first anchoring off Modriki Island. With a Seaspray day cruise, you can go ashore and explore the deserted island, sunbathe on the soft sand, or snorkel the colourful coral reefs. Great snorkelling spots are situated around the island, and our crew will take you on a tender to the best spots. After Modriki, we head to Yanuya Island. On Yanuya you will visit a traditional Fijian island village. You'll be welcomed ashore with a Kava ceremony (except Sunday) then have the chance to explore the village and meet the locals. A true highlight! The whole day is a highlight! But two of the standout features from the day are the visits to Modriki Island and Yanuya Island. Modriki Island - Modriki (pronounced 'Mon-driki') is a pristine little haven. The sand is vividly white, and the water is the clearest blue you can imagine. The island was made famous in year 2000 when 'Cast Away', the Hollywood block-buster movie staring Tom Hanks was released. Modriki is the island at which the movie was filmed, and although Tom’s character just wanted to escape Modriki, the last thing you'll want to do is leave! With a Seaspray cruise you can snorkel your way to shore and explore the deserted island, sunbathe on the soft sand, or read a book under a coconut tree. You'll probably find you'll be snapping a lot of photos too as this lovely island sure is photogenic! Yanuya Island - When you step ashore at Yanuya, your smile will just grow wider as you meet the local villagers. This Mamanuca Island is home to a traditional Fiji Island village. The villagers welcome Seaspray guests with a Kava ceremony and traditional dance (meke) performance. You'll be able to try some kava if you wish and then chat to the locals as you browse their handicraft. Rate Inclusions Includes unlimited beer, wine & soft drinks whilst on Seaspray, we include morning and afternoon tea plus a delicious barbecue lunch. All your drinks are included as well with wine, beer, and soft drinks. Visit Modriki and Yanuya Islands, Explore secluded beaches and lagoons, Snorkelling gear included, Island village visit, Free Nadi/Denarau & Coral Coast hotel coach transfers (Coral Coast transfers depart Denarau at 6pm) Fully inclusive! On-board entertainment. Child Policy Children must be 10 to 15 years inclusive for Seaspray Sailing Adventure. Unfortunately we are unable to take children younger than 10 years of age on this cruise. Daily Departures Passengers travel to and from Mana Island (where Seaspray departs from) on-board South Sea Cruises fast catamaran. DEPARTS RETURNS Denarau Marina 9:00am 6:00pm South Sea Island 9:30am 5:30pm Beachcomber & Treasure 9:45am 5:15pm Mana 10:30am 4:30pm Matamanoa 11:00am 4:00pm South Sea Island Day Cruises - Full, Half, Family & Combo Cruises Gorgeous little South Sea Island is one of the treasures of the Mamanuca Islands. Crystal clear waters, coral reefs and thousands of colourful tropical fish surround the tiny island. Peppered with palm trees and surrounded by a coral lagoon, uninhabited South Sea Island is truly one of Fiji's gems. A day trip to South Sea Island is an easy 30 minute ferry ride from Denarau Marina with South Sea Cruises. The close location to Denarau means that you can make the most of the day lazing on the beach, snorkelling, diving and enjoying the myriad of activities on offer. Full Day Cruise The South Sea Island Full Day cruise means you'll get to see and do everything this fantastic little island offers! It's small in size but you certainly won't get bored! It may be small in size, but there is plenty to keep you entertained. The hardest part is choosing what to do first! There is a salt water swimming pool and non-motorised water sports equipment available free of charge, including kayaking and sailing. Rate Inclusions Includes fantastic snorkelling and swimming, even at low tide Swimming pool, Free Nadi/Denarau hotel coach transfers for all cruises, Free Coral Coast coach transfers for Combo and Full Day Cruises (departs from Denarau at 6pm only),Subsea Adventure in our semi-submersible coral viewer, Free use of non-motorised water sports equipment, Fijian 'Meke' performance at lunchtime (except Sundays). Massage available (additional cost), Complimentary kids club. Half Day Cruise The Half Day cruise to South Sea Island is perfect for those who don't have a lot of time to spare, but still want a taste of the 'real Fiji'. This fantastic cruise means you'll get to explore one of Fiji's cutest Mamanuca Islands and get into 'island time'. As the island is only 30 minutes from Denarau, you'll have time to do many of the activities on the island and meet the friendly Fijian's ashore. Rate Inclusions Includes fantastic snorkelling and swimming, even at low tide Swimming pool, Free Nadi/Denarau hotel coach transfers for all cruises, Subsea Adventure in our semi-submersible coral viewer, Free use of non-motorised water sports equipment, Fijian 'Meke' performance at lunchtime (except Sundays). Massage available (additional cost), Complimentary kids club. Combo Cruise A fantastic combination cruise exploring the outer Mamanuca Islands and 3 hours spent ashore at South Sea Island. On the Island enjoy great snorkelling and water sports or take the semi-submersible ride to see the spectacular coral and fish life. You'll enjoy a tasty barbecue lunch with a cold Fiji beer or other complimentary drinks. After lunch board South Sea Cruises high speed catamaran for your cruise around the beautiful Mamanuca Islands. You'll see many of the islands including Bounty, Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku. Rate Inclusions Includes fantastic snorkelling and swimming, even at low tide Swimming pool, Free Nadi/Denarau hotel coach transfers for all cruises, Free Coral Coast coach transfers for Combo and Full Day Cruises (departs from Denarau at 6pm only),Subsea Adventure in our semi-submersible coral viewer, Free use of non-motorised water sports equipment, Fijian 'Meke' performance at lunchtime (except Sundays). Massage available (additional cost), Complimentary kids club. Finding Nemo 'Family' Cruise A fun family day in Fiji! South Sea Island is perfect for families with small children! If you would like a short trip out to South Sea Island to suit the kids, then this is the cruise for you. In just 30 minutes you'll be at South Sea Island where you can spend two hours and be back at Denarau in time for lunch. In the two hours, you can see the stunning underwater world of the Marine Sanctuary that surrounds the island with its colourful coral and magnificent fish life. You don't even have to get wet as we'll take you to view all this in our semi- submersible vessel. You sit beneath the surface viewing the coral and fish through large panoramic windows. Then spend some time ashore relaxing, go kayaking, take a swim in the pool or go snorkelling. Rate Inclusions Includes fantastic snorkelling and swimming, even at low tide Swimming pool, Free Nadi/Denarau hotel coach transfers for all cruises, Free Coral Coast coach transfers for Combo and Full Day Cruises (departs from Denarau at 6pm only),Subsea Adventure in our semi-submersible coral viewer, Free use of non-motorised water sports equipment, Fijian 'Meke' performance at lunchtime (except Sundays). Massage available (additional cost), Complimentary kids club. Finding Nemo day trippers will not be on the island for lunch, but complimentary drinks (wine, beer, soft drinks) are included. Full Day Cruise with Discover Scuba Intro Dive The South Sea Island Full Day cruise means you'll get to see and do everything this fantastic little island offers! It's small in size but you certainly won't get bored! It may be small in size, but there is plenty to keep you entertained. The hardest part is choosing what to do first! There is a salt water swimming pool and non-motorised water sports equipment available free of charge, including kayaking and sailing. Introductory diving is a particular focus on this island with pretty reef formations and plentiful fish making it a first time diver's dream. Start in the pool and then explore the stunning coral gardens and the fish life surrounding the island on a 'Discover Scuba' intro dive.
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