Captain Cook Cruises
Cruises & Charters
Set sail on a range of small-ship discovery cruises, day tours and restaurant cruises with Captain Cook Fiji – and make it a holiday to remember.
From the volcanic Yasawa Islands, to the remote Northern Islands, Captain Cook Fiji can take you to some of the most beautiful and remote places in the world.
You’ll visit places rarely seen by tourists, away from the hustle and bustle so you can truly relax and enjoy what Fiji has to offer. You’ll take part in cultural activities and immerse yourself in the traditional Fijian way of life, then return to the luxury and elegance of our modern vessels.
+ Location + Access
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.
+ The Fleet
MV Reef Endeavour
MV Reef Endeavour is an purpose-built small cruise ship catering to 130 passengers, with the intimate size ensuring that all passengers receive personal attention in an atmosphere of informality and relaxation.
MV Reef Endeavour offers passengers 4 levels of accommodation with 63 suites, Ocean Staterooms and Porthole cabins. Each cabin is approximately 14 or 28 sq metres and features:
Private ensuite bathroom
Air conditioning
Hair dryer and international shaver point
240V power
Shampoo, soaps and towels
Serviced daily.
Fiji One
Fiji One is the most prestigious charter vessel of its size operating from Port Denarau, Nadi.
The sailing catamaran accommodates up to 220 passengers standing, or 166 passengers seated at tables, is fully air conditioned, boasts an upper deck Captain’s Lounge with direct access to the Captain’s Bridge, main deck dining saloon, spacious foredeck with outdoor seating and viewing area, onboard stereo, PA system and commercial gallery.
Facilities:
Upper Deck Lounge
Main Deck dining saloon
Main Deck bar
Air conditioning
Main Deck spacious open outdoor deck
In-house sound system
Galley
Fiji One is often used for Sunset Dinner Cruises, the Tivua Island Day Cruise and is perfect for a wide range of events and functions.
Ra Marama
The Ra Marama is an elegant lady and Brigantine rig charter vessel operating from Denarau Marina, Nadi. Built for the Governor of Fiji in the 1950s, the Ra Marama was converted to her open deck Brigantine rig in the 1990s. With traditional rigging and operation, she is the perfect pirate ship for sailing adventures and private events.
The Ra Marama can accommodate 100 passengers for a standing buffet, transfers and cocktails. She is used primarily for Day Cruises to Tivua Island and for a wide range of private hire events.
Spirit of the Pacific
The Spirit of the Pacific is a 33 metre topsail schooner, suitable for carrying 2 to 100 passengers for inter island transfers and sailing experiences in conjuction with our private island of Tivua. She is a working vessel manned by our all Fijian seamen who are delighted to teach you some sailing techniques and maybe even a song or 2. “Spirit” has a lovely open deck with plenty of shade and with a kitchen and bathrooms below deck.
The Spirit of the Pacific was originally built as a sail training ship for the Youth of New Zealand. She now operates the Lazy Lunch cruise to Tivua Island which is only 1.25hrs from Denarau offering easy access via our new jetty.
The Spirit of the Pacific is also available for private charter.
Tivua Island
Tivua Island is located in the Yasawa Islands, approximately 45 minutes cruising time from Denarau Marina. Surrounded by a white sandy beach and 500 acres of coral gardens. Tivua Island provides an idyllic location for passengers to enjoy a variety of activities, both as day passengers with one of our cruise groups, or as a romantic private island getaway. Tivua Island is also a unique alternative for groups as a private island destination for your corporate events and incentive rewards.
The island offers spectacular snorkelling straight off the beach, plus tropical Hibiscus gardens, seasonal turtle nesting and optional treatments (at additional cost) from the Senikai Day Spa during daytime hours.
Facilities:
2 private waterfront bures
Ensuite bathroom (cool fresh water)
Communal Meeting bure
Senikai Day Spa
Private Day Bures
The island has 2 private waterfront bures with ensuite and queen bed. These are available for day use for wedding couples, honeymooners or families requiring a place for the children to nap.
Each bure has a balcony, a queen and single bed to accommodate up to 3 people, light and fan and an ensuite bathroom with cool fresh water showers. Bed linen is provided, but please bring your own towel. Adding to the relaxation of your escape, both bures are free of electrical outlets.
+ Featured Trips
Overnight cruises include:
All meals
24hr tea, coffee and filtered water
Captain’s Kids Club for children aged 5-9yrs
Daily island stopovers and water activities - kayaks, stand up paddle boards, snorkelling
Guided island, traditional village and school tours
Tropical island lovo feast & kava ceremony
Use of swimming pool, gym and sauna
Resident Marine biologist for cultural and Marine presentations
Mamanuca + Southern Yasawa Islands
Take time out and enjoy a relaxing 3 night cruise amongst the spectacular scenery of the Mamanuca and Southern Yasawa Islands. You’ll sail to Monuriki where Cast Away was filmed, visit the mysteriously beautiful Sacred Island and climb the volcanic island of Waya on this spectacular small ship adventure, specifically designed for those with limited time.
Mamanuca + Northern Yasawa Islands:
For a longer break, set sail on our 4 night cruise around the northern islands from Naviti to Yasawa. You’ll visit the Sawa-i-lau limestone cave and aqua blue lagoon, spend time on our own private island of Tivua and enjoy fun activities such as a traditional lovo feast, cultural performances, crab racing and a shell market.
Mamanuca + Yasawa Islands:
If you can’t get enough of beautiful Fiji, our 7 night cruise is for you. It combines the highlights of our 3 and 4 night cruises, including the Sacred Island and Sawa-i-lau limestone cave and blue lagoon with unforgettable snorkelling and diving experiences as well as a complimentary tour to the Sabeto Mud Baths or Orchid Garden of the Sleeping Giant.
Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise:
Cruise to the Northern Fiji Islands for an unforgettable 7 night experience discovering the culture, natural beauty and rich history of islands rarely visited by tourists. You’ll explore the colonial time capsule of Levuka, now UNESCO listed, the old leper colony at Makogai and the beautiful garden island of Taveuni, enjoying a warm Fijian welcome everywhere you travel.
Fijian 4 Cultures Discovery Cruise:
Spend 7 nights circumnavigating the island of Vanua Levu, exploring stunning natural scenery and discovering Fiji’s four different and colourful cultures; the Ellice Islanders, Barnabas, Indians and Fijians. Cruise highlights include snorkelling on The Great Sea Reef, a Hindu snake temple, a Bollywood show and the bustling spice markets at Labasa.
Lau + Kadavu:
Experience the unspoilt natural beauty of remote Fiji on an 11 night voyage of discovery to the Lau Islands and Kadavu. Cruise highlights include waterfall swimming, exploring caves and crystal lagoons, meeting locals who rarely see tourists and getting up close to some incredible wildlife including nesting turtles, snakes and birdlife.
Tivua Island Day Cruise:
Set sail for the spectacular Tivua Island, our own private atoll surrounded by a circle of white sandy beach and 500 acres of coral gardens. Spend the day playing beach volleyball, snorkelling, paddle boarding and experiencing the traditional Fijian culture. Or kick back and indulge in a leisurely lunch with an ice-cold beer or our special house wine by the beach.
Fiji Sunset Dinner Cruise:
Cruise into a romantic Pacific sunset aboard one of the largest sailing catamarans in the Southern Hemisphere and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner made with fresh local ingredients and accompanied by Fijian cultural entertainment. Taking in the spectacular scenery of the Mamanuca Islands, this is the perfect evening on the water.
Private Charter:
For a unique Fiji cruise experience, step aboard a tall ship and cruise the magnificent Yasawa Islands. Cruise with others or charter exclusively and let our experienced crew help you plan your sailing adventure. Whether you have a destination in mind or simply want to spend time meandering through Fiji’s pristine waters, we can create a short cruise package to suit.
+ Food + Beverage
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.
+ Servicies + Facilities
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.
Charges Apply:
Spa treatments
PADI Diving Courses
Drinks from the bar.
Some optional tours.
Items from our shop.
The Spa: We understand that you’re looking for time out, and one of the best ways to unwind and relax into your Fijian holiday is with a top quality spa experience.
So we’ve partnered with Senikai Spa to offer ‘international standard’ relaxing and therapeutic face & body treatments. They’re one of Fiji’s top spas, and your treatment will be complemented by their range of naturally-based skin & body care products, Essence of Viti. Spa treatments are available on our Small Ship Cruises and on the beach at Tivua Island on our Day Cruise.
Scuba diving: In conjunction with Viti Water Sports, we’re able to offer you diving on some of our best small ship cruises, as well as on full day cruise to Tivua Island.
We’ve incorporated diving into our 3, 4, and 7 Night Mamanuca and Yasawa Island Cruises, our 7 Night Colonial and 4 Cultures Discovery Cruises and, for the ultimate experience, our cruise to the remote Lau group and Kadavu. You can choose how many times you’d like to dive during each cruise.
Being a PADI Five Star resort means you can complete a Dive course with us and obtain your Open Water, Advanced Diver or Rescue Diver PADI qualification. The learning can be completed online prior to your cruise or aboard with our great dive team www.padi.com/elearning-scuba-registration There is a minimum cruise duration to complete each course so be sure to contact us prior to making that decision.
-Honeymoon, wedding, and coporate packages available
Philanthropy:
Cure Kids Fiji is working to improve the health of the children of Fiji through research and evidence-based child health programmes. Captain Cook Cruises Fiji is a proud partner of of Cure Kids Fiji and applies $1 per room per night to your stay as a donation to this worthy cause. 100% of this donation goes directly to Cure Kids Fiji and helps saves thousands of lives. Click here for more information.
The information contained on this website is accurate to the best of our knowledge. All rates and availability are subject to change. Please contact our team for more information.