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The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International
            invite you to join them on the 2022

 FIJIAN ISLANDS
  D isco ve ry C r ui s e
      aboard MV Reef Endeavour

Denarau, Lau Islands and Kadavu Islands, Fiji

               22 October to 5 November 2022
D i s covery Cruise FIJIAN ISLANDS - aboard MV Reef Endeavour - Travelrite
FIJIAN ISLANDS
  Discovery Cruise
 If you want to experience the real Fiji, join                TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
 us on MV Reef Endeavour as we explore                        • Three nights at a Luxury Resort on Denarau
 the Lau Islands and Kadavu; a beautiful and                    Island, Fiji
 remote region rarely seen by tourists. A                     • Discover islands and reefs rarely visited by
 visit to this region offers a once in a lifetime               tourists aboard MV Reef Explorer
 experience to a select few travellers, visiting              • Visit the amazing Bay of Islands – a magnificent
 turquoise bays and remote villages where                       location with many limestone islands
 they only see a supply boat once a month.                    • Be treated to a song and dance by children
                                                                of all ages from a local village
                                                              • Snorkelling, glass bottom boat & dive
                                                                opportunities daily
Cruise highlights include a swim at a waterfall, exploring    • Swim in some of the most pristine and clear
old ruins, snorkelling untouched reefs and getting              waters that the Lau group has to offer
up close with nesting turtles. You’ll also explore the
caves, reefs and lagoons of Qilaqila renowned for its
                                                              • Island Night, kava, meke & lovo feast
mushroom-shaped islands, and the central lake on
uninhabited Vuaqava island where you’ll find turtles,         TOUR ITINERARY
snakes and amazing bird life. Best of all, you’ll be          DAY 1: Saturday 22 October 2022           Depart/Denarau, Fiji
welcomed and entertained by the friendly people of this       Our holiday begins with our flight to Nadi, Fiji. Upon arrival we will
region and experience a traditional Meke, Sevusevu and        be transferred to our hotel on Denarau Island.
lovo quite different from the traditional Fijian feast. The
                                                              DAY 2: Sunday 23 October 2022                    Denarau
Lau Island Group consists of 57 islets, of which only 30
                                                              This morning will be free to relax at the resort. This afternoon enjoy
are inhabited and if you enjoy getting off the beaten
                                                              a sightseeing tour visiting Nadi and the Garden of the Sleeping
track these islands are for you, with no public transport     Giant. We first visit the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, the largest
or restaurants to be found. The Kadavu Group is made          Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy time at the
up of four main islands, of which Kadavu is the largest. It   fragrant fruit and vegetable markets and browse handmade goods
is home to the Great Astrolabe Reef, one of the world’s       in the handicraft markets before visiting the Garden of the Sleeping
                                                              Giant. The Garden, which contains a collection of 30 to 40 varieties
largest barrier reefs and a renowned site for premier
                                                              of magnificent Asian orchids and Cattleya hybrids, was once the
diving. Most days offer the opportunity to snorkel, swim      private collection of the late American actor Raymond Burr. Late
and scuba dive the pristine waters of these beautiful         afternoon we return to our hotel. This evening we enjoy an included
islands and when you’re not experiencing all that they        Welcome dinner.
have to offer, you’ll enjoy the relaxing hospitality aboard   DAY 3: Monday 24 October 2022                   Denarau
the MV Reef Endeavour. Here you’ll be pampered
                                                              Today we will enjoy a tour to the Coral Coast on the south west
with most of the luxuries found on larger cruise liners       coast of Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu. We travel past sugar cane
including fully catered buffet and 3-course meals             plantations and spectacular beaches before a visit to Kula Eco Park
prepared fresh daily onboard, a freshwater swimming           featuring habitats of local parrots, doves, water birds & reptiles and
pool, jacuzzi, day spa, cocktail bar and much more.           which hosts the world’s largest breeding program for iguanas. We
                                                              will return to our hotel mid afternoon.

                                                              DAY 4: Tuesday 25 October 2022 Embarkation/Tivua Island
                                                              This morning is free before we transfer to the port to join our cruise.
                                                              After boarding there will be a full briefing from our guide before an
D i s covery Cruise FIJIAN ISLANDS - aboard MV Reef Endeavour - Travelrite
MV REEF ENDEAVOUR

                                                                                                  FIJIAN ISLANDS
                                                                                                                                          LAU-WAILAGILALA IS.
      MV Reef Endeavour is a small cruise ship catering for 130 passengers
                                                                                                                            TAVEUNI IS.
      over 4 accommodation levels. Her small size allows her to negotiate
      remote islands, reefs & shallow bays where bigger ships are unable to                      TIVUA IS.                                 VANUABALAVU IS.
      go, showcasing the real Fiji and giving our passengers a true cultural                                                MAKOGAI IS.
      experience. MV Reef Endeavour has 63 recently refurbished Tabua Suites,                                DENARAU

      Staterooms and Cabins. Every cabin type features a private bathroom
                                                                                                                                                ONEATA
      ensuite, on/off air-conditioning, hair dryer, 240 volt power, international
                                                                                                                                             VUAQAVA IS.
      shaver point, Pure Fiji soaps, shampoo & towels serviced daily. Each                                                      TOTOYA IS.
      cabin is approximately 14sqm. Tabua Suites are approximately 28sqm.                                              KADAVU IS.          KABARA IS.
      Staterooms and Suites open onto the outside deck and have two windows.
                                                                                                                                          FULAGA & YAGASA IS.

afternoon of beach activities at Tivua Island. Most days will offer      DAY 10: Monday 31 October                2022 Fulaga & Yagasa Islands
the opportunity to snorkel, swim and Scuba dive the pristine waters      The ship has an early start today to cruise to Fulaga Island, which
of the beautiful Lau group. Later in the evening, enjoy a wonderful      is an extinct volcano crater and known for its crystal lagoon and
welcome dinner as you cruise into a south pacific sunset. Overnight      amazing corals. This afternoon we arrive at one of the Yagasa
we cross the 180 Degree Meridian International Date Line.                Islands, for snorkelling, swimming, coral viewing or kayaking.
DAY 5: Wednesday 26 October 2022             Makogai Island              DAY 11: Tuesday 1 November 2022 Vuaqava Island
We start our day at Makogai Island with a traditional Fijian ceremony    Explore uninhabited Vuaqava and its central lake known for turtles,
before joining the 1 hour walking tour of Makogai leper colony and       snakes & amazing bird life. This is a sacred island for the Fijian culture
clam research station. There will be an opportunity in the afternoon     and there will be an island walk to explore these relics. Please be
to return to the island visiting the local primary school children who   warned that a reasonable level of fitness will be required as the
will entertain us with their song and dance.                             return walk is approximately 3 hours and quite difficult to negotiate.

                                                                         DAY 12: Wednesday 2 November 2022 Kabara Island
                                                                         Today we are welcomed & entertained by the people of Naikeleyaga
                                                                         Village on the island of Kabara, known for their wood turning and
                                                                         Tongan heritage. Experience a traditional Meke, Sevusevu & lovo,
                                                                         (welcome dance and feast) quite different from the traditional Fijian.

                                                                         DAY 13: Thursday 3 November 2022 Totoya Island
                                                                         Horse-shoe shaped Totoya Island is our destination today. We will
                                                                         visit a local school and the children will surprise you with their
                                                                         entertainment and show you their work. We will also have the
                                                                         opportunity to explore their reefs.

                                                                         DAY 14: Friday 4 November 2022                     Kadavu Island
                                                                         We arrive in Kadavu and head to the Village of Nalotu for a welcome
                                                                         Sevusevu, then a tour of the village where you can witness the
                                                                         making of traditional fishing traps and pottery. The women of Nalotu
DAY 6: Thursday 27 October 2022 Taveuni Island                           village still make clay pottery in the time-honoured tradition that is
A wonderfully relaxing day as we explore a beautiful beach on the        rarely seen in Fiji anymore. This evening don your sulu (sarong) and
rugged southern coastline of Taveuni, take a hike to a spectacular       join all the celebrations of our Pacific Islands Night Finale.
waterfall and fresh water pool, enjoy a picnic lunch ashore and a        DAY 15: Saturday 5 November 2022 Disembark/Departure
chat with the locals.
                                                                         Disembark at Port Denarau feeling refreshed. We will be transferred
DAY 7: Friday 28 October 2022            Lau-Wailagilala Island          to the airport for flights to Australia.
We reach the most northern island of Lau-Wailagilala today. We
will see the remains of a disused lighthouse and have a chance to
explore the abundant fish life whilst snorkelling.

DAY 8: Saturday 29 October 2022 Vanuabalavu Island
Qilaqila, at the northwest end of Vanuabalavu, is known for its
pristine waters, limestone caves and mushroom shaped islands. This
is also known as the Bay of Islands and is famous for its amazing
scenery and pristine reefs. We will have plenty of time to explore
the area.

DAY 9: Sunday 30 October 2022 Oneata
Today we arrive at Oneata, where the local people will welcome us at
their Methodist Tongan Church for Sunday service. The harmonies
of the Oneata choir will inspire you.
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PRICES PER PERSON IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS

   FIJIAN ISLANDS                                                                                          Cabin Grade
                                                                                                                                               Twin-share           Single

 Discovery Cruise
                                                                                                           		                                   Fare (PP)            Fare
                                                                                                             D        Porthole Cabin              $ 5,990          $ 9,690
                                                                                                             C        Oceanview                   $ 6,690          $ 10,990
                                                                                                             B        Oceanview                   $ 7,190          $ 11,890
  22 October to 5 November 2022

INCLUDED IN THE CRUISE PRICE:
• 11 night cruise on the MV Reef Endeavour in an Outside Cabin
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  including all meals                                                                                      Deposit refundable up to 90 days before departure
• 3 nights’ accommodation in carefully selected 4 -star rated resort
  with private facilities. Hotel taxes and service charges                                             NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
• Breakfast daily and welcome dinner in Denarau                                                        •   Travel insurance
• Return economy-class air travel from Melbourne, Sydney                                               •   Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
  and Brisbane to Nadi, Fiji, including air taxes of $50.                                              •   Sightseeing and general expenses not specified in the itinerary
  (A surcharge will apply from Adelaide and Perth)
                                                                                                       •   Items of a personal nature
• Travel in a first-class coach
                                                                                                       •   Additional travel arrangements not in the tour itinerary will be
• Sightseeing and general entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary                                       quoted for separately
• The services of a Travelrite Tour Manager

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Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour
participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.

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