CRUISING THE FIJI ISLANDS Valid for travel until 31 March 2022 Explore & discover the Fiji Islands
Discover the joy of small ship cruising and take a journey through paradise, cruising the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands of Fiji with Blue Lagoon Cruises.
These idyllic islands lie off the western coast of Viti Levu and have some of the most striking scenery in Fiji. Feel the warmth of the Fijian people and be greeted with open arms and a bright Bula smile wherever you go.
2 M.V. Fiji Princess anchored at Nanuya Lailai
3 Intimate cruising on the M.V. Fiji Princess The small size of Blue Lagoon Cruises’ ship, M.V. Fiji after with true Fijian hospitality. The vessel’s decor is Princess, is just one of the things that makes a cruise fresh and nautical, with echoes of the romantic age with us so special. Measuring 179 feet (55 metres), she of cruising gone by. You only need to unpack once can access bays and islands that would be impossible and then let your floating hotel take you from idyllic to reach in a larger ship, getting so close to shore place to idyllic experience – every day somewhere and that we tie off to a coconut tree and you can swim to something different. Visit traditional Fijian villages, the beach! With a maximum of 68 passengers and up swim in crystal-clear lagoons and gaze out on tropical to 30 Fijian crew, you know you will be well looked vistas you thought only existed in the movies. The Blue Lagoon Cruises experience With 70 years of experience cruising the islands of Fiji, the ship. We don’t want our guests to just see these we know all the best places to take you. Our onboard amazing islands but truly experience everything they atmosphere is refreshingly informal and intimate with have to offer. Each day there are an incredible array of a crew that takes pride in getting to know our guests. unique activities and excursions included in your cruise, This cruise is all about the experiences both on and off that will leave you with lifelong memories to treasure.
4 Cruise inclusions • Transfers from Denarau/Nadi hotels to Port Denarau on day of cruise departure • Dedicated check-in area at Port Denarau Marina • All scheduled cruise excursions and activities • Twin, Double or Single cabins with yacht style en suites • Complimentary mini bar (filled once on the day of departure) with a selection of premium beer and soft drinks, French sparkling wine, Fijian chocolate and snacks • Your cruise fare includes breakfast (hot and cold options), morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner as well as tea, coffee, filtered water and juice (available 24 hours) • Meals are a mixture of European and Fijian fare showcasing the best local produce including a la carte Captains Dinners, onboard themed buffets and a Traditional Fijian Lovo (4 and 7 night cruises only) • A Blue Lagoon Cruises branded tote bag per cabin as well as a reusable stainless steel drink bottle and sulu (sarong) for each guest • Artisan filtered mineral water stations throughout the ship for refilling water bottles provided to all guests, as the M.V. Fiji Princess is a non-essential single-use plastic-free ship • Captain’s welcome champagne cocktail • Use of snorkelling gear throughout the cruise and all non- motorised water sports equipment at Nanuya Lailai beach, including stand-up paddle boards and kayaks (4 and 7 night cruises) • Ship-to-shore transfers and entrance fees for all activities Relaxation and snorkelling • TV’s in all cabins supplied with a at Drawaqa Island hard drive of movies • Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas (location permitting) • Traditional Fijian entertainment • Beach towel service • All port charges and taxes Optional extras • Transfers from Mamanuca Island resorts to join cruise Captain Jitoko • Moments at Malamala add on (available for 3 & 7 night cruises) • Diving (at Drawaqa and Blue Lagoon) • Sports fishing trips • Alcohol (excluding mini bar inclusions) and off-ship drinks (filtered water and juice supplied) • Spa treatments • Souvenir items purchased on board or in the villages • Gratuities at own discretion Map reading • All snorkelling gear is thoroughly sanitized but you do have the session for guests option to purchase your own mouthpiece onboard should you wish.
5 Explorer Cruise - 4 days/3 nights
Explore the untouched Fiji
FRIDAY - 1st night: Modriki Island Set sail on M.V. Fiji Princess from Port Denarau and cruise to the sandy beaches of Modriki Island, as featured in the Tom Hanks film Cast Away. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and canapés prior to tonight’s Captain’s Welcome Dinner with the evening entertainment provided by our talented singing and guitar-playing crew.
SATURDAY - 2nd night: Soso Bay
Experience the thrill of snorkelling Before breakfast, plunge into Modriki’s crystal-clear with white and black tip reef sharks lagoon or wander along its white sandy beach. Spend your morning swimming with reef sharks (weather permitting) and in the afternoon, visit the chiefly village of Soso. Dinner is a traditional Thali dinner, with Bollywood dancing and movies to follow. Cocktail of the day SUNDAY - 3rd night: Naukacuvu Island Those that wish to can attend a village church service in the morning and have a relaxed afternoon at the beach. Learn to cook a traditional Fijian recipe and enjoy a buffet dinner of Fijian cuisine along with a choice of European dishes before the evening entertainment.
MONDAY - Sacred Islands Today you’ll have time for an early-morning snorkel or swim. During breakfast we’ll cruise to the Sacred Islands and after lunch, you’ll be farewelled by the The children at Soso Village crew and transferred back to Port Denarau on our are always smiling and love to chat with visitors private high-speed catamaran.
6 A visit to the Sacred Islands (pictured) is a scheduled stop on your fourth day
Explorer Cruise - 4 days/3 nights
Explore the untouched Fiji
KEY Anchorage 3 Night Cruise
Sawa-I-Lau Island
Nanuya Lailai
Naviti Island Yasawa Islands
Drawaqa Island Soso Bay Naukacuvu Narara Highlights
Dive sites • Visit the film location of Cast Away Yalobi • Swim with reef sharks Bay • Snorkel around superb tropical reefs Sacred • Dine on traditional Fijian meals and a Islands range of international cuisine • Visit remote Fijian villages 3 NIGHT CONNECTING TRANSFER • Take part in a traditional Kava ceremony • Fijian cooking demonstration Modriki Island • Onboard spa (additional cost) Please note that due to changes in tide and weather, our 3 NIGHT DEPART itinerary may change without notice and we apologise in Tanoa is the local name for a Kava bowl (above) advance for any inconvenience from which you can try the traditional Kava drink Mamanuca Islands Malamala Beach Club
Port Denarau Nadi
7 Our private beach on Nanuya Lailai Island
Wanderer Cruise - 5 days/4 nights Wander the white sandy beaches of the Yasawas
MONDAY - 1st night: Yalobi Bay by tender boat. We then cruise north to swim in the Transfer to the Sacred Islands via our private high- sacred Sawa-I-Lau Caves. Visit to Tamasua Village speed catamaran and set sail on M.V. Fiji Princess. where you’ll enjoy a traditional village dinner. Back on Settle into your cabin and have lunch on the ship, board, watch the Brooke Shields’ classic film The Blue then spend your afternoon snorkelling, swimming Lagoon on the sky deck (weather permitting) which and relaxing on the beach. Enjoy a complimentary was filmed right here in the Yasawa Islands. glass of sparkling wine and canapés as you mix and mingle with your fellow cruisers prior to the à la carte THURSDAY - 4th night: Drawaqa Island Captain’s Welcome Dinner. Visit a local school before we head south for Drawaqa Island where a marine biologist will join us on board TUESDAY - 2nd night: Blue Lagoon to talk to us about the marine life, coral reefs and the Visit the famous Blue Lagoon and our own private conservation programmes that the Vinaka Fiji Trust beach on beautiful Nanuya Lailai Island where M.V. are working on in the Yasawas. This afternoon you Fiji Princess will tie off to a coconut tree! Optional can go diving (additional cost), handline fishing, go activities include snorkelling, fish feeding, volleyball, in search of the manta rays (May-Oct) or simply relax water aerobics and a coconut husking demonstration. on the beach. For our last night together, we’ll have A BBQ lunch will be served on the beach while a BBQ on the sky deck (weather permitting) followed tonight’s dinner is a traditional Fijian Lovo (a meal by a disco. Boogie on down! cooked underground in a fire pit) and entertainment is a Meke performance by local villagers. FRIDAY Enjoy breakfast on board as M.V. Fiji Princess cruises WEDNESDAY - 3rd night: Sawa-I-Lau back to Port Denarau. At port you’ll be serenaded Enjoy an easy workout this morning with a 40-minute with the traditional Isa Lei farewell song by the crew, guided trek to Lo’s Tea Shop on the other side of the as your exploration of the beautiful Yasawa Islands island and either walk back to M.V. Fiji Princess or travel comes to an end.
8 Highlights
• Visit the film location of The Blue Lagoon • Swim with manta rays (May-Oct) • Snorkel or dive* around superb tropical reefs • Dine on traditional Fijian meals and a range of international cuisine • Visit remote Fijian villages • Take part in a traditional Kava ceremony • Picnic and dinner under the stars at Nanuya Lailai, our private beach • Onboard spa and beach massage bure* • Traditional Meke (dance) performance by local villagers • Visit the sacred Sawa-I-Lau Caves
*Optional activities at own cost. Please note that due to changes in tide and weather, the itinerary may change without notice and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience.
Try paddle boarding in the Blue Lagoon KEY Anchorage Watch the crew tie the vessel to a Visit Lo from Lo’s Tea House coconut4 Night tree atCruise Nanuya Lailai
Tamasua
Dive sites Sawa-I-Lau Island
Nanuya Lailai Blue Lagoon Naviti Island Yasawa Islands
Drawaqa Island Soso Bay Naukacuvu Manta Rays Narara in season
Dive sites Yalobi Bay
Sacred Islands
4 NIGHT CONNECTING TRANSFER
Modriki Watch food being laid down in the Lovo, Island 4 NIGHT RETURN a traditional Fijian way of cooking
Mamanuca Islands Feed the abundant Malamala tropical fish at Beach Club snorkelling locations Port Denarau Nadi 9 Escape to Paradise - 8 days/7 nights
Discover the tropics with a week in paradise
FRIDAY - 1st night: Modriki Island WEDNESDAY - 6th night: Sawa-I-Lau Set sail on M.V. Fiji Princess from Port Denarau for Enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Lagoon if you join the outer Mamanuca Islands with the first overnight our easy 40-minute guided walk to the other side anchorage being the picturesque Modriki Island, the of the island to visit Lo’s Tea House. Lunch is served location for the Tom Hanks movie Cast Away. Enjoy a on board as M.V. Fiji Princess cruises north for a glass of sparkling wine and canapés as you watch the private guided visit to the amazing Sawa-I-Lau Caves. sunset followed by the à la carte Captain’s Welcome Afterwards the village of Tamasua welcomes us for a Dinner and be entertained by our talented singing Yaqona (Kava) ceremony, a guided walk around the and guitar-playing crew. village and a village-style dinner.
SATURDAY - 2nd night: Soso Bay THURSDAY - 7th night: Drawaqa Island Step ashore and enjoy a swim or wander along the Visit the local island school before cruising to Drawaqa beach at Modriki before or after breakfast. Swim Island where a marine biologist joins us on board for a with reef sharks at Mouva Reef en route to our next presentation on the local marine life and the volunteer destination and after lunch, we take a visit to the conservation work carried out in the area. chiefly village of Soso. Tonight, feast on a traditional You’ll have the opportunity to snorkel with the Thali dinner of exquisite Indian dishes, followed by an magnificent manta rays (May-October) or go on a extravaganza of Bollywood dancing. guided reef snorkel. Dinner this evening is a BBQ on the sky deck (weather permitting) served under the stars. SUNDAY - 3rd night: Naukacuvu Island After our last dinner together, we party Fiji-style! After breakfast attend a village church service. Watch as the Chef demonstrates how to make the traditional FRIDAY Fijian dish Kokoda and spend the afternoon at the Enjoy breakfast on board as M.V. beach. Tonight’s buffet has a range of dishes from Fiji Fiji Princess cruises back to Port along with a choice of European dishes. This evenings Denarau. Back at port you’ll Tamasua be serenaded with the entertainment is Fijian-style bingo. Dive sites Sawa-I-Lau traditional Isa Lei Island MONDAY - 4th night: Yalobi Bay farewell song by Admire the stunning Sacred Islands and backdrop of the crew, as your Nanuya Lailai Blue Lagoon the neighbouring Waya Lailai’s breath taking volcanic exploration of Naviti formations. Spend the remainder of the day swimming, the Yasawa Island Yasawa Islands snorkelling and relaxing on the beach and watch the Chef Islands Drawaqa demonstrate how to make the Roti in Lolo dish. Watch comes to Island Soso Bay Naukacuvu the sunset and enjoy tonight’s Captain’s Welcome Dinner an end. Manta Rays Narara in season welcoming the 4-night guests on board. Dive sites TUESDAY - 5th night: Blue Lagoon Yalobi Our destination today is the famed Blue Lagoon Bay and our own private beach where we can tie M.V. Fiji Sacred Princess off to a coconut tree! Jump off the back into Islands the turquoise waters or take a tender boat to shore where our full bar awaits you. Today’s activities include snorkelling, fish feeding, non-motorised water sports, Modriki 7 NIGHT RETURN water aerobics and volleyball. Dine on the beach all Island day today, including morning and afternoon tea, a 3 & 7 NIGHT DEPART buffet-style lunch and a traditional Lovo meal cooked underground for dinner under the stars, followed by a Mamanuca Islands Malamala traditional Meke performance by the local villagers. Beach Club Port Denarau Nadi
10 Escape to Paradise - 8 days/7 nights
Discover the tropics with a week in paradise
Swim in ancient limestone formations at Sawa-I-Lau Caves
Swim with manta rays from May to October
Bar set up at Nanuya Lailai Highlights
• Visit the film locations of Cast Away and The Blue Lagoon • Swim with reef sharks and manta rays (May - Oct) • Snorkel or dive* around superb tropical reefs • Dine on traditional Fijian meals and a range of international cuisine • Visit remote Fijian villages • Take part in a traditional Kava ceremony • Fijian cooking demonstrations Meke performance at Nanuya Lailai • Dine under the stars at Nanuya Lailai, our private beach • Onboard spa and beach massage bure* • Traditional Meke performance by local villagers • Visit the sacred Sawa-I-Lau Caves
*Optional activities at own cost.
The M.V. Fiji Princess Please note that due to changes in tide and weather, the anchored near the itinerary may change without notice and we apologise in Sawa-I-lau caves advance for any inconvenience.
11 Cabin facilities
All cabins are individually air-conditioned and have their own yacht style en suites, storage space, TV for in-room movies, vanity table, 240v power outlets, hair dryer and bathroom amenities by Pure Fiji. Each cabin is above the waterline and all decks feature external windows with ocean views.
CABIN INCLUSIONS: • Coffee pod machine with tea and coffee • A complimentary mini bar stocked on the day of departure with a selection of premium beer, soft drinks, French sparkling wine, Fijian chocolate and snacks • Gifts of a Blue Lagoon Cruises tote bag per cabin and a reusable metal water bottle and sulu (sarong)
for each guest Main Lounge
Cabins Plunge pool
UPPER ORCHID DECK 12 cabins; averaging 13sq m (142 sq ft) 9 cabins with queen beds and 3 cabins with either queen or twin single beds
MIDDLE ORCHID DECK 16 cabins; averaging 13sq m (142 sq ft) 12 cabins with queen beds and 4 cabins with either queen or twin single beds
HIBISCUS DECK 6 cabins, averaging 11sqm (117sq ft) 4 cabins with queen beds and 2 cabins with either queen or twin single beds Ship facilities Cabins • Open-air dining room, lounge and bar • Open-air sky deck with bar • Sun loungers • Souvenir items available for purchase on board • Splash pool • Onboard books and games • Snorkelling gear, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards • Free Wi-Fi in public areas (where coverage allows) • Self-service guest laundry • Onboard Spa
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SKY DECK Moments at Malamala
Relax into your Blue Lagoon Cruise experience by
12 10 8 6 4 2 spending an optional day at Malamala Beach Club, BRIDGE the world’s first island beach club, before you board
11A 13579 M.V. Fiji Princess mid-afternoon. This excursion is available to guests on our 3 and 7 night itineraries. UPPER ORCHID DECK Guests will check-in their luggage at Port Denarau before transferring to Malamala Beach Club at 10am, just 25 minutes away. Bring a day pack and 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 enjoy a leisurely day making the most of the beach
27 25 23 21 19 17 15 11B club’s many facilities. Late afternoon, a tender boat will transfer you to M.V. Fiji MIDDLE ORCHID DECK Princess where your luggage Malamala Beach Club will be waiting in your cabin. SPLASH POOL RECEPTION See our Pricing Supplement for more information. 32 30 34 DINING TechnicalSALOON specifications 33 31 29 68 guests - 28 crew Getting ready for your cruise Length 55mHIBISCUS • Beam DECK 15m • Draft 4.5m GRT 1,258 tonnes Blue Lagoon Cruises cater for people of all ages and
SKY DECK ORCHID DECKS fitness levels, although you do have to be able to HIBISCUS DECK make your way up and down steep staircases. While getting in and out of the tender boats can require a certain degree of mobility, the crew will tailor the shore landings to suit and there’s nothing wrong with staying on board for those that would prefer to relax SKY DECK and enjoy the scenery. On or off the ship, the Blue Lagoon Cruises team will ensure that you will have a
BAR truly memorable experience. BAR BAR The dress code is casual and informal, even at dinner. BAR SKY DECK We encourage our guests to wear what they feel SKY DECK UPPERSKY DECK ORCHID DECK comfortable in and to leave their dinner jackets and SKY DECK high heels at home. For those wanting to visit villages, 12 10 8 6 4 2 12 10 8 6 4 2 BRIDGE for cultural reasons, we do ask that men wear a sulu
12 10 8 6 4 2 BRIDGE SPA AREA SPA (provided in your cabin) and women dress modestly 11A 13579 12 10 8 6 4 2 BRIDGE SPA AREA SPA 11A 13579 BRIDGE with shoulders and knees covered. SPA AREA SPA 11A 13579
SPA AREA SPA UPPER ORCHID DECK 11A 13579 UPPER ORCHID DECK PORT DENARAU DEPARTURE & ARRIVAL TIMES UPPER ORCHID DECK UPPER ORCHID DECK MIDDLE ORCHID DECK Explorer Cruise - 4 day/3 night 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 Check-in from 1.30pm - 2.30pm 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14
28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 Departing Fridays at 3pm on M.V. Fiji Princess
LOUNGE BAR 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 11B 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 LOUNGE BAR 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 11B Arriving Mondays at 3pm via high-speed catamaran
LOUNGE BAR 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 11B MIDDLE ORCHID DECK LOUNGE BAR 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 11B MIDDLE ORCHID DECK Wanderer Cruise - 5 day/4 night MIDDLE ORCHID DECK Check-in Mondays from 11.00am - 11.45am SPLASHMIDDLE POOL ORCHID DECK RECEPTION Departing Mondays at 12.15pm via high-speed catamaran SPLASH POOL RECEPTION SPLASH POOL RECEPTION Arriving Fridays at 10am on M.V. Fiji Princess HIBISCUS DECK 32 30 SPLASH POOL 34 RECEPTION 32 30 34 32 30 OPEN AIR 34 33 Escape to Paradise Cruise - 8 day/7 night
DINING ROOM 31 29
OPEN AIR 32 30 34 33 DINING ROOM 31 29 Check-in Fridays from 1.30pm - 2.30pm
OPEN AIR 33
DINING ROOM 31 29
OPEN AIR HIBISCUS DECK 33 Departing Fridays at 3pm on M.V. Fiji Princess
DINING ROOM 31 29 HIBISCUS DECK Arriving Fridays at 10am on M.V. Fiji Princess HIBISCUS DECK
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HIBISCUS DECK The M.V. Fiji Princess
Groups and charters
The M.V. Fiji Princess is available for charter and can offer exclusive tailored itineraries within the Fiji Islands. If you’re planning a special occasion such as a family reunion, conference, anniversary, incentive, wedding, birthday, or a group get-together - with our attractive charter rates, it has never been easier to have your own private ship for your event. Special reduced pricing is also available for groups or parties booking 10 or more cabins on the same departure.
FEATURES INCLUDE: • Your very own ‘floating resort’ The Sky Deck is the • Tailor made itineraries if preferred perfect location for your special event • Exceptional personal service from our all-Fijian crew • Access to private beaches • All meals including morning and afternoon tea Our 100% Fijian crew will make your trip truly • Barefoot events at our private island beach on memorable Nanuya Lailai Island • International cuisine with tailored menus and beverage packages • Themed evenings and team building events
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