FIJI ISLANDS THE YASAWAS… FOR LOVERS OF INDEPENDENT EXPERIENCE TRAVEL To be updated USD AAF6089 Apr16 16/1716/17 Memories aren’t created from things you said you would do, they are built from the things you have done. Travel allows you to encounter real life and embark on real adventures. We are all writing our own story and Awesome Adventures Fiji is creating real memories for “ ” the next chapter of your book. FIJI ISLANDS BULAFiji as a destination is one to discover and write home about. Fiji is made up of over 300 islands set in crystal clear waters of the South Pacific. Relax, try new activities and experience a diverse culture. “Bula” – you’ll hear at every turn, epitomising the warm, friendly outgoing nature of the Fijian people. One of the most stunning regions is the remote Yasawa Islands group consisting of a chain of 20 ancient volcanic islands. Four of these islands have dramatic elevations with summits just short of 600 metres above sea level. The pristine white sandy beaches and dramatic monoliths surrounded by crystal clear lagoons provide a perfect backdrop to enjoy new activities, such as diving, snorkelling with sharks, trekking to sacred phantom rocks, kayaking, swimming with manta rays (seasonal), visiting local villages and let’s not forget the most important activity – relaxing in the tropics! It’s here where we’ve set the scene for Awesome Adventures Fiji. The original adventure travel company of the Yasawas, with over 16 years experience perfecting the art of taking travellers to a place where happiness finds them. With so much to discover we have created a variety of packages to ensure you experience the “real Fiji” whilst still allowing you plenty of time and flexible options to journey on your own adventure of discovery. Choose one of our carefree packages exploring the best of the Yasawas; Fiji Island Escapes for staying put and relaxing, Bula Passes for freestyle, island-hopping travel and for the ultimate explorer the option to build your own adventure and choose the places you wish to discover. Travelling with Awesome Adventures Fiji is about creating the holiday experience you desire in one of the most glorious regions of the South Pacific. There are three different levels of accommodation to suit different travelling styles and budgets from those happy with the bare essentials to those looking for more creature comforts. Our Fijian staff will embrace you with their infectious “Bula Spirit” and ensure you enjoy every moment of your Awesome Adventure. With everything pre-booked and organised for you, you can fully immerse yourself into your ultimate Fiji experience. CONNECT WITH US #awesomefiji Tag and share Join the Spread Watch and Collect the word your pics and pin ideas conversation share @Awesome_Fiji INTRODUCTION 3 | 4 | 5 CONTENTS Introduction 1 - 7 Bula Fiji Welcome / Departure Pack 8 - 9 Awesome Packages 10 - 17 Island Hopping – Bula Pass & Bula Combo Pass 18 - 19 Island Escapes 20 - 31 “Fiji My Choice” – Build your own Fiji Adventure 32 - 33 Vinaka Fiji Volunteering 34 - 36 Awesome Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia 37 Booking Conditions & General Infomation back page VINAKA FIJI VOLUNTEERING YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE The Yasawa Trust Foundation was established in 2010 to formalise and further the work and economic assistance provided by Awesome Adventures to the people of the Yasawa Islands Region. The name of the assistance programme “Vinaka Fiji” was chosen to reflect the two way nature of the relationship between those who operate and assist the Trust and the people of the Yasawas whose work it benefits. For the Founders of Awesome Adventures and those involved in the Trust this is their way of saying “Vinaka Fiji” or “thanks” to the people of the region for all the pleasure and enjoyment had there. $10 (FJD) of every Bula Pass and package booking (four nights or more) goes directly to the Foundation. Through the “Vinaka Fiji” programme the Trust aims to improve the provision of basic needs and amenities, often taken for granted in modern society, yet missing from village life in the Yasawas. It seeks to do this both through direct aid and by acting as a facilitator, bringing those who can help - companies, Government, Aid Agencies and individuals together with the landowners and residents. The key focus of “Vinaka Fiji”, in order of priority, will be on infrastructure and associated needs in the areas of: Marine Conservation Children and Schools Creating sustainable communities The Trust actively seeks additional funding for its projects from third party sources. It remains a key principle of the Trust that the majority of the funds raised will be spent on the cost of the specific projects. The Trust also encourages you the visitors to the Yasawas to participate in the Volunteer work programmes. It is a great way to become more involved in the island life of the Yasawas, to lend a helping hand to people in need and make a difference through your travel. Join us as a Volunteer? See pages 34-36 for full details on how you can help LIVE MORE WORRY LESS MORE SMILES LESS STRESS Take an awesome adventure to where happiness finds you! 19 20 NACULA TAVEWA 17 21 18 22 16 ISLAND HOPPING 1415 NANUYA LAILAI 13 MATACAWALEVU lYASAWA ISLANDS 12 KUATA ISLAND YAQETA 1 Barefoot Kuata Island 2 hours WAYALAILAI ISLAND 2 Wayalailai Ecohaven 2 hours NAVITI 3 Naqalia Lodge 2 hours 11 10 WAYA ISLAND Yasawas 4 Octopus Resort 2 hrs 30 mins VIWA ISLAND 9 5 Viwa Island Resort* 3 hours 8 7 DRAWAQA NAUKACUVU ISLAND NANUYA BALAVU 6 Paradise Cove 3 hours 6 NAUKACUVU NANUYA BALAVU ISLAND 7 Mantaray Island Resort 3 hours DRAWAQA ISLAND 8 Barefoot Manta Island 3 hours 5 4 WAYA NAVITI ISLAND 9 Botaira Beach Resort 3 hrs 15 mins 10 Korovou Eco-Tour Resort 3 hrs 30 mins 11 White Sandy Beach 3 hrs 30 mins WAYALAILAI 3 YAQETA ISLAND 2 1 12 Navutu Stars 4 hours KUATA MATACAWALEVU ISLAND 13 Long Beach Resort 4 hours NANUYA LAILAI ISLAND 14 Boathouse Nanuya 5 hours 15 Nanuya Island Resort 5 hours 16 Gold Coast Resort 5 hours VOMO TAVEWA ISLAND 27 17 Coralview Island Resort 5 hours 18 Coconut Beach Resort 5 hours NACULA ISLAND 19 Oarsmans Bay Lodge 4 hrs 30 mins 20 Blue Lagoon Beach Resort 4 hrs 30 mins 21 Nabua Lodge 4 hrs 30 mins 22 Safe Landing Resort 4 hrs 30 mins lMAMANUCA ISLANDS TREASURE 25 BOUNTY 23 South Sea Island 30 mins 24 26 24 Bounty Island 35 mins MANA MamanucasBEACHCOMBER 25 Treasure Island 45 mins 23 26 Beachcomber Island 45 mins SOUTH SEA 27 Vomo Island 1 hr 15 mins ISLAND CASTAWAY MALOLO PORT DENARAU The travel times shown are indicative only. Heading north from Kuata you call in to the many bays and islands where resorts and villages are located. MARINA & CHECK IN It’s all pretty scenic, leisurely and enjoyable. NADI Disembark at Waya Island (Octopus Resort) and join Viwa’s launch AWESOME ADVENTURES ‘YASAWA FLYER’ for a further 30 minute shuttle transfer to Viwa Island Resort. * SOUTH SEA CRUISES’ FERRIES 19 20 NACULA TAVEWA 17 21 WE THINK THESE ARE THE ‘MUST DO’ 18 22 16 ACTIVITIES IN THE YASAWA ISLANDS. 1415 NANUYA LAILAI FULL To make it easy and guarantee a place for you on these great MATACAWALEVU 13 activities we have negotiated special prices and included 12 them under the ‘FULL MONTY’ – your chosen package PLUS all the nominated activities or upgrades. The Full Monty activities are YAQETA MONTY FEATURED ACTIVITIES described day by day in the packages (page 10 to 16). NAVITI SEASPRAY DAY SAILING ADVENTURE A special day SWIM WITH THE MANTA RAYS (May to October) aboard ‘Seaspray’ sailing amongst the outer Mamanuca Islands. Enjoy the One of the most amazing experiences the natural world has to offer. 11 crystal clear waters for snorkelling and swimming, a traditional Fijian village These magnificent, majestic creatures come to this particular channel 10 visit and Kava ceremony (except Sunday). Visit the island featured in the Tom between two islands each day on the change of tide to feed. Yasawas Hanks movie ‘Cast Away’. All booze, morning/afternoon tea No photograph will prepare you for that first sighting of them. The mantas and a barbecue lunch is included. It’s a stunner. don’t seem to mind swimmers so there’s a good chance your encounter will be 9 a lengthy one as they turn and glide in the waters beneath you, huge mouths SAWA-I-LAU CAVES TRIP The boat trip up to the caves is worth open as they feed on the plankton. doing for its own sake but then there’s the magical experience of the caves 8 7 DRAWAQA themselves. No diving is required to enter the main cavern as it’s just a few easy SUNSET (TUBE) CRUISE A bit of fun under the sun! Chill out, NANUYA BALAVU steps. We recommend you take the option to enter the secondary cavern where cool drink in hand, floating along the water (in a tube or boat) with mates and 6 you need to swim through an underwater tunnel. See your resort for details. watching the sunset. What a great way to end the day in Fiji! NAUKACUVU REEF SNORKELLING / SWIM WITH THE SHARKS ISLAND MASSAGE Now this is a must! You’re in Fiji in relaxation- (OR NOT!) TRIP Moua Reef is only a short boat ride from the mode so you just have to treat yourself to a luxurious island massage and white sandy beaches of Barefoot Kuata, Naqalia and Wayalailai Islands.