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Captain Cook Cruises Fiji provide the best opportunity to experience the real Fiji. Our Tivua Island Day & Sunset Dinner Cruises will compliment any stay at a resort, giving you the opportunity to see more of Fiji. Set sail for a day's island adventure aboard our tall ship Ra Marama or catamaran Fiji One. Alternatively, join us for a spectacular three hour dinner cruise enjoying the vista of a tropical island sunset. Our expedition cruise itineraries through remote Fiji, Tonga and Samoa (3 to 14 nights) offer all inclusive small ship cruising experience aboard Caledonian Sky, with all meals & most activities included. All our expedition cruises offer 5 Star PADI Diving and spa treatments.
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TERESA R
Mackay, Australia22 contributions
June 2022
The beautiful soft music playing on guitar with a gentle voice singing was so warm, romantic and relaxing along with a glass of champagne upon boarding our sunset dinner cruise. The safety demonstration was so funny. It was very entertaining. The sunset was a bit disappointing as there were a few clouds around but we had been in Fiji a few days and had already seen some beautiful sunsets. We all sat out on the front of the boat in plastic chairs. The ride was super smooth. Waiters provided drinks to order. Dinner was a buffet style and didn't disappoint. There was plenty of variety even for the fussy eaters. We all got to taste a bit of the lobster as well. There was desert and then entertainment out on deck once we had all eaten. There was singing and dancing in traditional clothing. All in all a great night and I would highly recommend doing it.
Written 13 June 2022
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saara345
Auckland Central, New Zealand42 contributions
June 2022
From the wharf to the island and back we were serenaded by the most beautiful voices.
Tivua Island is paradise by itself, plenty of shade to get out of the heat and sun.
Meal provided by Captain Cook Cruises was delicious and probably the best we had in Fiji, drinks were plentiful while on the island.
Would recommend Scuba Diving even if you haven't done it before - had a one on one session with the instructor and dived a wreck, such amazing fish and an incredible experience. Snorkelling and paddle boarding available straight off the beach - amazing!!!
Such a fabulous day, would recommend to any age group - stunning scenery, people and a fantastic sai]ling vessel.
Thanks for a great day with a great bunch of hosts on the boat.
Tivua Island is paradise by itself, plenty of shade to get out of the heat and sun.
Meal provided by Captain Cook Cruises was delicious and probably the best we had in Fiji, drinks were plentiful while on the island.
Would recommend Scuba Diving even if you haven't done it before - had a one on one session with the instructor and dived a wreck, such amazing fish and an incredible experience. Snorkelling and paddle boarding available straight off the beach - amazing!!!
Such a fabulous day, would recommend to any age group - stunning scenery, people and a fantastic sai]ling vessel.
Thanks for a great day with a great bunch of hosts on the boat.
Written 5 July 2022
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Thank you Saara, so lovely to hear you enjoyed the Tivua Day cruise with the Dive on the wreck. Will let the team know!!
Written 7 July 2022
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Evan N
Viti Levu, Fiji619 contributions
Feb 2021 • Family
We had a fantastic dinner cruise despite the gloomy Suva weather. We had a birthday dinner for my father and it was a party of about 14 people.
We were happy to have made the decision for the dinner cruise. The local entertainment was excellent, and lovely buffet dinner (we chose the option with lobster tail), as well as the birthday cake.
The booking team were excellent and informative over email. Do note to make their trip viable they need at least 21people. We went on the $90 special which does not include drinks and the lobster tail.
I highly recommend this cruise for a night of fun. It is worth it. Also you have a great view of Suva and Lami area rom the harbour.
We were happy to have made the decision for the dinner cruise. The local entertainment was excellent, and lovely buffet dinner (we chose the option with lobster tail), as well as the birthday cake.
The booking team were excellent and informative over email. Do note to make their trip viable they need at least 21people. We went on the $90 special which does not include drinks and the lobster tail.
I highly recommend this cruise for a night of fun. It is worth it. Also you have a great view of Suva and Lami area rom the harbour.
Written 20 May 2021
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Thank you Evan, great to hear you enjoyed your father's birthday. Hope to see you aboard for another cruise, perhaps overnight, soon.
Written 23 May 2021
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M R S
Wellington, New Zealand10 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
It was ok.
The boat is navigated around Nadi Bay and so it was calm and flat. On a big boat like that there was very little movement on New Years Eve.
I liked the stories told by the hospitality manager, their singing is phenomenal wow such sonorous voices!
The dancing/performance was great, it was amusing particularly so with one particular performer looking as though he didnt know the choreography... but that's ok the enthusiasm from the group made up for it.
The meal is ok, it's certainly generous, and they make sure you always have a drink. Prices of alcohol is ok, range of drinks average.
I rate it "ok" because for a NYE ceuise I expected a bit more. It didn't feel like anything was added to set this cruise aside from normal. So that disappointed.
I asked for the lobster upgrade, didnt get it because the staff at the counter didnt know how to charge for that. She also put us on the wrong cruise, and a team member from your competition had to liase and help make sure we got on the right cruise. It would be good the staff knew what they were offering. We were expecting to pay for that but didnt get charged it due to her error, and it wasn't ordered on board therefore.
The transfer home was not communicated to our driver so there was quite a wait. We also noted other passengers on our cruise were late for their transfer on the bus as well, because your staff member walked off without most of them. If you're told to follow him and he leaves without you, that's not good service. I don't care if he wants to go home, finish the shift by collecting your guests and escorting them TOGETHER to where they meet the transfer.
You get a meh just ok.
I recommend taking a smaller group cruise.
The boat is navigated around Nadi Bay and so it was calm and flat. On a big boat like that there was very little movement on New Years Eve.
I liked the stories told by the hospitality manager, their singing is phenomenal wow such sonorous voices!
The dancing/performance was great, it was amusing particularly so with one particular performer looking as though he didnt know the choreography... but that's ok the enthusiasm from the group made up for it.
The meal is ok, it's certainly generous, and they make sure you always have a drink. Prices of alcohol is ok, range of drinks average.
I rate it "ok" because for a NYE ceuise I expected a bit more. It didn't feel like anything was added to set this cruise aside from normal. So that disappointed.
I asked for the lobster upgrade, didnt get it because the staff at the counter didnt know how to charge for that. She also put us on the wrong cruise, and a team member from your competition had to liase and help make sure we got on the right cruise. It would be good the staff knew what they were offering. We were expecting to pay for that but didnt get charged it due to her error, and it wasn't ordered on board therefore.
The transfer home was not communicated to our driver so there was quite a wait. We also noted other passengers on our cruise were late for their transfer on the bus as well, because your staff member walked off without most of them. If you're told to follow him and he leaves without you, that's not good service. I don't care if he wants to go home, finish the shift by collecting your guests and escorting them TOGETHER to where they meet the transfer.
You get a meh just ok.
I recommend taking a smaller group cruise.
Written 9 January 2020
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Yasawa2020
Suva, Fiji1 contribution
Dec 2020
I had a great experience on Captain Cook Cruises, they really look after their customers needs. The staff are "A" class. Very friendly and helpful, professional. I enjoyed the selection of meals as well but perhaps more local pacific/Fiji foods, seafood, island specialty meals might create further interest. Bar was good as well and loads of activities to keep guest busy and happy.
Written 19 May 2021
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Great, thank you taking the time. Our crew are Amazing and we are working on a more locally focused menu, thanks for the feedback!! We have released a couple of new itineraries too and look forward to welcoming you back.
Written 23 May 2021
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Bono56
Canberra, Australia139 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We won the cruise at a (live auction) fundraiser for the Sydney Children’s Hospital. The contact with the owners of the cruise was seamless and professional. We opted for a 3 day Yasawa cruise. The Reef Endeavour is old and tired and will be sent to Singapore very soon for a total refurbishment. The ship is not large.. 4 storys and easy to navigate around. We upgraded to a Tabua suite which was twice the size of a normal B-Class stateroom. Bathrooms are tiny but we had two, which was a bonus. The bed was just ok. However, the staff are absolutely brilliant, very informative, friendly and great entertainers. The food onboard is probably better than we anticipated. The staff entertainment was joyful and very Fijian. Kava was in plentiful supply on the last night. Passenger safety was paramount during the trip when we travelled to an island beach or to a village. The new vessel arrives soon and I believe will make for a better experience. For the price, a worthwhile experience!
Written 24 October 2023
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Donna T
Orange, Australia390 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Husband and myself did the cruise for our 30th wedding anniversary . It wasn’t a full cruise which made interacting with other passengers a lot easier. The staff were so friendly and funny. I don’t know where to start about the food. There was plenty and cooked to perfection. You will never starve on a Captain Cook Cruise.
Our cabins were cleaned every morning. A special shout out to Amos, Thank you for your knowledge and a big thank you for finding my mask on the ocean floor that I dropped over the side of the boat when snorkeling. Sali… your singing every day was beautiful I could sit there all day long listening to you. Raibe. I loved being greated every morning by you. All staff were incredible and multi tasking. I never saw any staff sitting around doing nothing.
Every day there were things to do, villages, schools, islands, snorkelling, A captain Cook Cruise is the best way to see Fiji
Our cabins were cleaned every morning. A special shout out to Amos, Thank you for your knowledge and a big thank you for finding my mask on the ocean floor that I dropped over the side of the boat when snorkeling. Sali… your singing every day was beautiful I could sit there all day long listening to you. Raibe. I loved being greated every morning by you. All staff were incredible and multi tasking. I never saw any staff sitting around doing nothing.
Every day there were things to do, villages, schools, islands, snorkelling, A captain Cook Cruise is the best way to see Fiji
Written 4 June 2022
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Congratulations on your wedding anniversary! So pleased you decided to celebrate with a cruise on Reef Endeavour with us too. I will let the team know and thank them for you. Maybe next time you could try the Lau and Kadavu or Mamanuca & Yasawa itinerary?
Written 5 June 2022
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kantshayal
1 contribution
Apr 2021
An incredible trip full of romance and adventure. A must sail and highly recommended adds a different routine to the spice of romance. Good music good food under the sunset on a romantic cruise can life get any better. A must do.
Written 21 May 2021
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How wonderful Kantshayal?! You must try our extended cruises on Reef Endeavour next time and be aboard overnight for beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Written 23 May 2021
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Jasmine W
52 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
A beautiful day visiting Tivua Island! The boat ride over is calm! The crew are accommodating and entertaining! Meals and refreshments are amazing! We took advantage of the optional scuba (at an extra cost). Great experience and well worth the money. Highly recommend.
Written 5 January 2024
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Bigine
Canberra, Australia90 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Recent trip to Tivua Island. It is a day trip with morning tea, lunch with drinks and afternoon tea on the return trip.
A beautiful small island with white sand and crystal clear water.
Plenary of Bures to relax under or be as active as you like.
We totally enjoyed the trip, would highly recommend it!
Staff were wonderful and as is usual in Fiji nothing is too much trouble
A beautiful small island with white sand and crystal clear water.
Plenary of Bures to relax under or be as active as you like.
We totally enjoyed the trip, would highly recommend it!
Staff were wonderful and as is usual in Fiji nothing is too much trouble
Written 16 March 2022
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Great Bigine, great to hear you enjoyed all the wonderful inclusions on your sail to the Mamanuca islands. Vinaka
Written 19 March 2022
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Hello arriving back from 7 day cruise with Captain Cook at 9 AM. Do they actually return earlier? Would it be possible to catch 915 ferry to Tokoriki? What’s the distance between the ferry and cruise drop offs?
Written 12 April 2019
yes, no problem. The ship is alongside by 0730 and the ferry to Tokoriki leaves from the same wharf. You can check in at the ferry counter, come back aboard for the farewell and then just walk across the wharf to the ferry at 9am
Written 23 April 2019
Need more information regarding the diving on the reef endeavor. We schedule a trip to dive primarly . Does anyone know if they go to good dive sites
Written 26 March 2019
We offer diving at each place we visit and 2-3 dives per day depending on conditions. Check out our website for the detail or call us on Sydney 91268160 and we can email you a detailed dive itinerary for your cruise
Written 2 April 2019
DianaDiana
Polska Nowa Wies, Poland
Blue Lagoon Cruises or Captain Cook Cruises 4 nights cruise?
Can someone help me choosing between Blue Lagoon Cruises and Captain Cook Cruises?
I plan a 4 nights cruise in the Yasawas, in June 2019.
We are a couple of 47 and 49, no children. We like to snorkel, visit, meet local people, and rest too.
We also like comfort, real good food, quality and taste, but we don't drink much. When traveling we prefer to eat local cuisine, not pizzas or pasta.
We like animation but calm as well, and not crowded places.
We don't surf or dive, no "violent" activities, but we walk and swim a lot.
So what fits us better?
Which one offers the best stops, the best views, the best value and the best activities?
Thank you :) :)
Written 31 July 2018
Bula Manu, Reef Endeavour cruises fit your profile perfectly. All food is cooked fresh aboard from local ingredients and the experiences are authentic and included. The ship has plenty of outside deck to relax but also two inside lounges with AC and and AirConditioned dining room. I hope you cruise with us.
Written 27 August 2018
I don't remember there being alcohol on board the ship but when you reach the island plenty of beer,wine and champagne (and they never let your glass get empty). I think 90 mins without grog early in the morning you'll be ok...lol.Of course that is if you doing a tour that includes alcohol we did the Tall Ship all day to I think it was called Truvia Island
Written 10 May 2018
As we are a licensed premises, you are unable to take alcohol aboard. If you are cruising for a few days, we can store your duty free in the office for collection.
Written 21 May 2018
Did anyone of your guests or shipmates dive while on the cruise? What were their thoughts?
Written 18 April 2018
Bula we offer diving up to 3 times a day for experienced divers and twice for those learning. You can do your "PADI Open Water" if you are cruising for a minimum of 4 days. Hope we can welcome you aboard soon
Written 30 April 2018
We are headed to Fiji in October of 2018 and considering a cruise. My daughter and I would also like to dive whenever possible - did any of your shipmates dive while on the cruise? and how was it?
Written 18 April 2018
Reef Endeavour offers diving up to 3 dives a day and the diving is amazing. October offers two itineraries. 2nd October is the Colonial itinerary to Taveuni, Ovalau and Vanua Levu. Some amazing diving. 9th and every Tuesday and Saturday for the rest of the month is the Mamanuca and Yasawa. See you soon!
Written 30 April 2018
My cruise was booked via ATS Pacific for 31st March for 2 adults. This trip was then cancelled due to weather however I have not received a refund for the $458 (Fiji Dollars). Can you please advise as to who I should contact.
Written 10 April 2018
sorry for the delay, I hope you got it sorted with with Livechat but in case not, the phone is +61 2 9126 8160
Written 30 April 2018
I and my dive partner will be visiting Fiji during our cruise on the Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas at the end of April.
We will be in Suva on April 29, 2018 from 07:00 - 19:00 AND Lautoka on April 30, 2018 from 07:00 - 17:00.
Does anyone know if Captain Cook can do day dives? They have not been responding to my emails.
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Written 22 February 2018
Bula, so sorry you didnt receive an email reply. We cant offer a day service to Tivua island unless you sign up for the ship's tour to the island which departs directly from Lautoka port. The dive near the Jetty is really for beginners but we have a great Wreck dive for experienced divers. After we received the negative comment, our dive contractor made some changes to ensure the wreck dive happens, after doing it again himself, said it is fantastic
Written 13 March 2018
We have a booking tomorrow 24/12.
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We are at tokatoka resort hotel, when can you pickup us in the morning ?
Urgent , thanks
Written 22 December 2017
We had to be at the Port Denarau by a certain time for them to collect our tickets and show us the way to their sailing ship. We did not get picked up from our resort so we booked a taxi the day before.
Written 23 December 2017
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