Yasawa Island Explorer | Full day cruise
The Yasawa Island Explorer is a full-day sightseeing cruise aboard a high-speed catamaran with South Sea Cruises, following the daily run north through the Yasawa Islands and back.
The Yasawa group is a chain of 20 ancient volcanic islands stretching north from the Mamanuca Islands, with dramatic cliffs, unusual rock formations, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear lagoons.
The cruise passes through the famous Blue Lagoon region and stops at various island resorts along the way to drop off and pick up guests, giving you a close look at some of the most remote and beautiful resorts in Fiji. A packed lunch is included. This is a long day on the water, so come prepared to make the most of the scenery.
Cruise highlights
- Full day cruise through the length of the Yasawa Islands and back
- Dramatic volcanic scenery including steep cliffs, rock formations, and palm-fringed beaches
- Cruise through the famous Blue Lagoon region of the northern Yasawas
- Stops at island resorts along the way for a close look at some of Fiji's most remote properties
- Informative island map provided to help identify highlights along the route
- Packed lunch included
- Licensed bar and snack kiosk on board
- High-speed catamaran with air-conditioned lounge, open-air viewing decks, and free Wi-Fi
- Return coach transfers included from most Nadi, Denarau, Vuda, and Wailoaloa hotels
What's included
Good to know
The Yasawa Island Explorer does not include any time ashore. The catamaran stops at island resorts to drop off and pick up guests, but Explorer passengers remain on board throughout. It is a long day on the water (around nine hours in total), but the scenery changes constantly, and the open-air viewing decks make it easy to take it all in. An island map is provided on board to help you identify each island and resort as you pass. A credit or debit card is useful for drinks and snacks at the on-board kiosk beyond what is included.
What to bring
- Sunscreen and hat for sitting on the open-air decks
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Credit or debit card for optional drinks and snacks on board
The Yasawa Islands
The Yasawa group runs for around 80 kilometres north of the Mamanuca Islands and is one of the most scenically striking island chains in the South Pacific.
The islands are the eroded remnants of ancient volcanic activity, with some summits approaching 600 metres and coastlines that alternate between sheer cliffs, rocky headlands, and long stretches of white sand beach.
The northern end of the chain, around the Blue Lagoon, is characterised by more low-lying islands with sheltered lagoons and the kind of palm-fringed beaches that the region is known for.
The Explorer cruise covers the full length of the chain, which means you see both the dramatic southern and central sections and the more serene northern end before turning back for Port Denarau.
Guest rating: 90% — Stunning scenery from start to finish. The Blue Lagoon section alone makes it worthwhile.