The Yasawa Islands are a sea kayaker's delight. A region of sparkling azure waters and white sandy beaches fringed by coral reefs, while the people are among the most friendly in the South Pacific.
For six days we paddle through the beautiful, remote islands following an itinerary dictated by the tides and the sun. We kayak for three to four hours each day, leaving plenty of time to enjoy snorkeling in an underwater paradise, visiting traditional villages and camping on palm fringed beaches.
Arrive Nadi
Take a taxi to the Waterfront Hotel (Lautoka). Approximate cost is $30 Fijian. Flight arrivals vary so a briefing will be held at 8:00pm at the bar of the Waterfront Hotel. If your flight arrives after this, please advise flight details so we can arrange an alternate time. We will issue watertight bags to carry your personal gear during the kayak trip and give a trip briefing for approximately an hour so it is a good idea to eat dinner before. The bags are between 30-40 litres in volume (about 2/3 the size of a pillow case). Your guides are preparing for the trip during the day but will leave a phone no. at the front desk if you have any problems. Dinner on Day 1 and breakfast the next morning are not included in the trip cost.
Tavewa Island
After breakfast our boat transports us approximately 72 km. out to Tavewa Island and the Blue Lagoon in the Yasawas. The combination of reefs, close island grouping, and shallow waters create the stunning aqua colours for which this area is famous. Our Fijian hosts will make us comfortable at their island home, providing a dining bure and grassy campsites. After customizing our kayaks and getting acquainted with our expedition gear we’ll have an instructional paddling session before a short excursion in the lagoon. Watching the sunset from the beach in front of our tents is a great way to end the day followed shortly after with a wholesome tropical dinner.
Matacawa Lavu
Today we take a day trip to nearby Matacawa Levu. We will pack a picnic lunch and explore the uninhabited shoreline of the island looking for a good spot to snorkel. If conditions are favourable we could visit the local school. Return to Tavewa for dinner.
Paddle to Navotua
Today we load our expedition craft and weather permitting; we paddle 15 km to Navotua. With favourable tides we’ll have lunch where fringing reefs run directly off the beach. After rounding the point of Nathula Island we head for the small village of Navotua. The villagers of Navotua are particularly friendly, and the special warmth and reception we receive in this village has made it our favourite spot. Personal escorts will show us through nearby plantations and the village, where we can observe the making of mats and Perhaps the building of a Fijian bure (hut). If the winds are too strong we will only paddle what is comfortable and then transfer to an accompanying boat to cover the remaining distance. This is a long day of paddling so we utilize a local boat to carry equipment and food.
Paddle to Sawa-l-Lau
We paddle 6-8 km to Sawa-I-Lau and back, a scenic island with sharp limestone peaks and salt water caves that make for fascinating exploring. We round out the day with afternoon entertainment provided by the village and an invitation to join the chief for a social kava party in the evening. (Kava is non-alcoholic drink with mild, numbing effects)
Paddle Back to Tavewa
Paddle back to Tavewa, exploring the many inlets and bays of Nathula en route (15 km). Time permitting; we can snorkel off the back of the island. Tonight we enjoy our last island dinner together, listening to the rustling of the coconut palms. Savouring the flavours of the South Pacific is a great time to reflect on the trip and dream about our next adventure!
Transfer by boat to Lautoka
An early morning snorkel is our goal - to take advantage of our last day in “paradise”. Then it is time to clean up and we will load up our transfer boat for our journey back to Lautoka. We arrive in Lautoka late afternoon and accommodation is at the Waterfront Hotel.
Trip Concludes
Trip concludes. (breakfast is not included on this day)
Note:
This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations or National Park regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
- 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners
- Hotel accommodation at the Waterfront Hotel on a twin share basis
- Internal boat and bus transfers
- Double sea kayaks, paddles, life jackets and safety equipment
- 2 person tents (kayaking only)
- Sleeping mats *Watertight containers
- Professional Guides
- Group first aid kit.
Start Date |
End Date |
| 16 September 2007 |
23 September 2007 |
| 30 September 2007 |
07 October 2007 |
| 14 October 2007 |
21 October 2007 |
| 04 May 2008 |
11 May 2008 |
| 18 May 2008 |
25 May 2008 |
| 01 June 2008 |
08 June 2008 |
| 15 June 2008 |
22 June 2008 |
| 06 July 2008 |
13 July 2008 |
| 20 July 2008 |
27 July 2008 |
| 03 August 2008 |
10 August 2008 |
| 17 August 2008 |
24 August 2008 |
| 31 August 2008 |
07 September 2008 |
| 14 September 2008 |
21 September 2008 |
| 28 September 2008 |
05 October 2008 |
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