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| Fiji Aggressor | Tui Tai
The best of Fiji's diving is available by live-aboard,
and several of the best sites are only available with these extended
excursions...
Tui Tai
Tui Tai Adventure Cruises: the premier adventure experience in the South Pacific
"If you're going to fly halfway around the globe to a tropical wonderland like Fiji, you better be certain to go to places you could never go, do the things you could never do, and leave with the feeling that there's nothing better you could have ever done anywhere else. Such is a trip on the Tui Tai."
- Tim Neville, writer for Outside and Men's Journal magazines
We hope you'll join us for the trip of a lifetime, during which you'll visit remote beaches, snorkel over incredible reefs, kayak to local villages, and experience the most breathtaking locations across Northern Fiji. The Tui Tai Adventure Cruise takes guests to places they never imagined, the natural beauty of Fiji, and the kindness and warmth of the Fijian people. Tui Tai Adventure Cruises is the premier adventure experience in the South Pacific.
ECOTOURISM AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
 Tui Tai Adventure Cruises is operated with complete commitment to Ecotourism, fostering partnership and development with indigenous groups. Local villages share in the economic benefits provided by our operation. Tui Tai has fully funded new schools, purchased medical supplies and sponsored community development projects. By joining the adventure cruise, you are making a contribution to raise the standard of living in the more remote islands of Fiji.
ADVENTURE CRUISES FOR EVERYONE
The Tui Tai Adventure Cruise is a unique holiday designed for active travelers looking to get off the beaten path and truly experience Fiji, not just a resort's view of Fiji. The expedition combines tropical adventure and a chance to immerse you in the culture of Fiji. During your adventure you will kayak, mountain bike, hike through rainforests and waterfalls, snorkel pristine, vibrant reefs, scuba dive in a number of world-class dive sites, visit local villages, and more!
MEDIA FEEDBACK
LONELY PLANET: "Perfect for tourists who aren't all that fond of tours, a voyage with Tui Tai Adventure Cruises is a fantastic way to see and do a great deal in a short time. Sailing between Vanua Levu, Taveuni and the more remote islands of Kioa and Koro, you'll get to snorkel, kayak, bike, trek, swim, fish, dive or just lounge on deck to your heart's content. Dolphins swimming alongside the boat, star-lit dinners on deck, and the welcoming villagers you meet on the out-of-the way islands all make it a blissful experience."
Location
 Below is a brief description of each island we visit and a map of our 5-night adventure cruise itinerary. There is a map of Fiji near the bar area and our crew can answer questions about the geography of the Fiji Island archipelago.
Vanua Levu
Vanua Levu is the second largest island in Fiji. The Tui Tai's home port is Savusavu on the south of the island. The island is divided by a mountain range which runs from the Northeast to the southwest, creating a lush rainforest to the southeast and a dry landscape to the north and northwest. Savusavu is the main tourist center of the island but a relatively quiet, charming town of 5000 inhabitants. The people are a diverse ethnic mix of Fijian, Indo-Fijian, European and Chinese decent. The steam rising from hot springs along the seaside of Savusavu provide a reminder of the island's volcanic origin.
Kioa
This small island lies between Vanua Levu and Taveuni. The only inhabitants live in the village of Salia and are of Polynesian decent with ancestral ties to the island-nation of Tuvalu. The people of Kioa are very friendly and also take a lot of pride as evidenced by their immaculate village. If you see a villager here, you can say "Talofa" which is the Tuvaluan equivalent of "Bula." You will often see the people of Kioa paddling out in their traditional outrigger canoes to fish. Their skill in fishing is legendary, as is their artisans and handcrafts.
Taveuni
Known as the "Garden Island of Fiji" Taveuni is Fiji's third largest island. With an abundance of rainfall and a steep volcanic topography, Taveuni offers hundreds of waterfalls and large tracts of native rainforest. The coastline is mostly rugged, reminiscent of its volcanic origin, but there are some nice white sand beaches along the eastern coast. The town of Somosomo on the West side of the island is home to the Tui Cakau, one of the most prominent high chiefs in all of Fiji. Tui Cakau is the paramount chief for the region known as Cakaudrove, which encompasses Taveuni, most of Vanua Levu, Kioa, Rabi and the Ringold Islands.
 Ringgold Island Atolls
The Ringgolds are a group of 6 small volcanic atolls scattered about a barrier reef within the deep sea. The water is especially clear for snorkeling and diving. Pristine white sand beaches are completely deserted. There are several nice hikes. The island of Cobia is a partially sunken volcano that can be explored by kayak. The islands are ideal for sea kayaking and are home to a variety of bird and turtle nesting areas.
Koro
The island of Koro is part of the Lomaiviti Group of islands located in the geographic center of Fiji. There are 14 villages on the island and no towns. The island is relatively cut off from outside visitors and it maintains an especially remote, pristine nature. The island is mountainous and lush, similar to Taveuni. On the northeast side of the island are some of the best beaches in all of Fiji. Inland, Koro Island is famous for most diverse population of birds including parrots, lorikeets, doves and other tropical birds.
Itinerary
This is a brief itinerary describing the approximate times for activities and other events during the trip. Keep in mind that the itinerary is flexible due to weather and other conditions - such is life in Fiji!
| Monday: Savusavu Bay, Vanua Levu |
| 9:00am - 9:30am |
Morning boarding, coffee, scones, tea served |
| 10:00am - 2:00pm |
Yanawai River Kayak Tour |
| 12:00pm |
Lunch: "Asian Lunch" |
| 3:00pm |
Dive "Golden Nuggets" or "Dreadlocks" |
| 3:30pm |
Guided Snorkeling: "The Lighthouse" |
| 7:00pm |
Safety Demonstration |
| 7:30pm |
Officer's Dinner: "Cajun Delight" |
| 8:00pm |
Welcoming Kava Ceremony / Introductions/ Entertainment |
| Tuesday: Kioa Island |
| 8:00am |
Breakfast: "Banana pancakes, made to order" |
| 9:00am |
Guided Snorkeling "The Farm" |
| 9:00am |
Dive "Great White Wall" or "Annie's Bommie" |
| 11:00am |
Village visit / handicrafts in community house |
| 1:00pm |
Lunch: "Middle-Eastern Fare" |
| 2:00pm |
Dive "Rainbow Passage" or "Jerry's Jelly" |
| 2:15pm |
Sea Kayaking: Kioa's inner coastline |
| 5:30pm |
Night Dive "Black Magic" |
| 7:00pm |
"Fatele" Polynesian song and dance performance in
Salia Village |
| 7:30pm |
Dinner: "Seafood Banquet" |
| Wednesday: Taveuni Island |
| 7:00am |
Coffee, tea, muffins, toast available in dining area |
| 8:00am |
Breakfast: "Omelets, made to order" |
| 9:00am – 3:00pm |
Bouma Waterfalls trip, packed lunch: "Roti-style Wrapps" |
| 11:00am |
Dive "Purple Wall" |
| 1:00pm |
Kayaking, snorkeling, Qamea hidden beach |
| 3:00pm |
Dive "Stillwater" |
| 7:30pm |
Dinner: "Barbeque Night" |
| 8:00pm |
Meke performance at Togo village, Qamea Island |
| Thursday: Cobia Island, Ringgold
Island Atolls |
| 8:00am |
Breakfast: "Coconut pancakes, made to order" |
| 9:00am |
Snorkeling: "True Blue" |
| 9:00am |
Dive "Kokoda Point" |
| 11:00am |
Hike to Rara-Ni-Tiqa Island Summit |
| 1:00pm |
Lunch: "Mexican lunch" |
| 2:00pm |
Dive "Wall Street" |
| 2:15pm |
Sea Kayaking: Cobia Crater and Ringgold Atolls |
| 6:30pm |
Dinner: "Italian Feast" |
| Friday: Koro Island |
| 8:00am |
Breakfast: "Vegetable Frittatas, made to order" |
| 9:00am |
Dive "Shark-fin Point" |
| 9:00am |
Snorkeling: "Turtle Lagoon" |
| 12:00pm |
Lunch: "Indian Curry Lunch" |
| 1:00pm |
Dive "Nylla's Eyes" |
| 1:00pm |
Village Visit: Nacamaki Village |
| 2:30pm |
Hiking: "Witness the sacred calling of the turtles." |
| 7:00pm |
Dinner: "Fijian Lovo Night" |
| 8:00pm |
Island Night: Nacamaki Village, join the villagers of
Nacamaki for a casual evening of kava, music and village-style fun |
| Saturday: Savusavu |
| 8:00am |
Breakfast: "French Toast, made to order" |
| 9:00am |
Singing of the traditional farewell song "Isa Lei" |
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