TUI TAI EXPEDITIONS
Northern Islands, Fiji
"We hope you will join us for a 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 Expeditions takes guests to places they never imagined, the natural beauty of Fiji, and the kindness and warmth of the Fijian people. Tui Tai Expeditions is the premier adventure experience in the South Pacific.
Tui Tai Expeditions is on of the world's only truly all-inclusive expeditions. When you're enjoying a luxury-adventure expedition on Tui Tai, you don't ever have to think about the details of extra charges because there aren't any. We've designed our service to be all-inclusive. Not "all inclusive" as some us the term, followed by a bunch of fine print explaining what isn't included. We mean that everything is included: every service, mixed drink, glass of wine or beer, every meal, all scuba diving (even dive courses), snorkelling, kayaking, spa treatments - everything.
Once you board Tui Tai, the details are in our hands, and your only responsibility is to have the experience of a lifetime."
Our thoughts on Tui Tai Expeditions
The big, three mast motor-sailing schooner Tui Tai started life cruising out of Lautoka but she has always destined of greater things. In 2008 she finally realised her potential with the enormous changes made to convert her into a luxury live-aboard sailing cruiser in the waters of Northern Fiji. You should see her now! Her 12 suites, staterooms and cabins all have an ensuite bathroom complete with adjustable air-conditioning, ocean-viewing windows and hair dryers. In the public areas, if the sun is your thing, there are plush day beds to enjoy but if shade is your want, enjoy the private cabanas with day beds and spectacular views. The main deck has an open air lounge while the luxurious main lounge is furnished with day beds and couches, has a full bar, air-conditioning and an entertainment system. There's a spa and an outdoor kitchen and bar.
You may find Tui Tai listed as a live-aboard dive boat and yes, she does carry professional dive and snorkel gear and offers PADI scuba dive courses and dives on world-renowned dive sites with qualified dive instructors (all included in the price too) but she is far, far more than a simple dive boat - diving is no the primary focus of a Tui Tai Expedition, in fact, if you definitely don't want to dive or learn to dive, we can offer you a cruise package that excludes diving; spectacular snorkelling is always included. Tui Tai's people can take you to world-class surfing spots, there's a naturalist and Marine Biologist on board who gives evening presentations, there are kayaks and mountain bikes too. However, it's the cruise itinerary to beautiful off-the-beaten track places with spectacular natural scenery and the opportunity to mingle with some of the most naturally friendly people you will encounter anywhere on Earth, not to forget the superb amenities, service and excellent food on board ship, that makes the Tui Tai so unforgettable.
If you fancy a massage in the mist of a beautiful waterfall, no problem, the massage table and staff will be there. Fancy a cold drink after kayaking up a beautiful river, no problem either; Tui Tai's staff will have gone ahead anticipating your need. Age or fitness level is no barrier to enjoying a Tui Tai adventure.
Your Tui Tai Expedition Itinerary
At every place visited there are guided activities included if you wish to participate.
Day 1, Monday. Boarding in Natewa Bay, Savusavu.
Day 2, Tuesday The Polynesian inhabited Island of Kioa.
Day 3, Wednesday Taveuni, home of Bouma National Heritage Park
Day 4, Thursday Cobia Island
Day 5, Friday Rabi Island, home of a Micronesian resettlement
Day 6, Saturday Taveuni's rugged eastern coast
Day 7, Sunday Albert Cove on a different side of Rabi Island
Day 8, Monday Back to Savusavu
A 5 night itinerary is also available by joining the ship in Savusavu and leaving the ship in Taveuni on Day 6 or boarding the ship in Taveuni (Day 3 above) and leaving the ship when she returns to Savusavu.
Your Cabin Options
There are only 12 accommodation units on Tui Tai and these range from an oversea veranda suite, an oversea veranda stateroom, a grand stateroom, 1 smaller stateroom and 8 expedition cabins.
The Oversea Veranda Suite
Feel like you are on your own private yacht. This spacious suite has a private enclosed veranada and large windows and floor to ceiling glass with stunning views as well as its own private rooftop cabana which can only be accessed from your veranda with the best views from the ship. The cabana fetaures a daybed, oversize cushions and a table. On a balmy night you may even decide to sleep up here under the stars. The Oversea Veranada Suite has a private entry far from the other cabins, personal entertainement centre, DVD player, iPod docking station and dedicated radio telephone.
Suite area is 28 square metres and then there is the additional 19 square metre roof cabana. Bedding is 1 King bed and 1 Single bed.
The Oversea Veranda Stateroom
With ALL the features of the The Oversea Veranda Suite, the The Oversea Veranda Stateroom is a little smaller, but still big by most ship standards.
Stateroom area is 19 square metres then add an 11 square metre roof cabana. Bedding is 1 Queen bed.
The Grand Stateroom
A spacious stateroom with its own sitting area and glass doors that open to the deck and views of the sea beyond. There is a personal entertainment system, DVD player and iPod docking station.
Stateroom area is 15.2 square metres. Bedding is 1 Kind bed and 1 Single bed.
The Stateroom
With ALL the features of The Grand Stateroom, the only difference being that this stateroom is a little smaller but still a very comfortable size.
Stateroom area is 10.6 square metres. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed.
Expedition Cabins
There are 8 Expedition Cabins on board Tui Tai. All have windows providing sea views. Of course every cabin has an ensuite bathroom.
Cabin area is 8.9 square metres. Bedding is 1 Double bed. Some cabins have a fixed Pullman Bunk which provides opportunity for share twin or triple accommodation.
Getting to and from Tui Tai Expeditions
On the 7 night scheduled Expedition, domestic flights are required between Nadi and Savusavu.
On 5 night Expeditions, domestic flights between Nadi and Taveuni and Nadi and Savusavu are required.
Kids Policy
Minimum age for children on regular cruises is 14 years. However, there are several scheduled cruises throughout the year where the minimum age is lowered to 8 years. Our Specialists will always advise you well in advance of any cruise that is designated "family friendly".
There are special family rates for families of 2 adults and 2 or 3 children.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, a fee of 50% of the total cruise will apply.
Cancellations within 60 days prior to departure including no shows, a fee of 100% of the total cruise will apply.
The information on this page was correct as at 25 Aug 2011 and is subject to change without notice.