5 day School Tour to Fiji Itinerary

Please note: tours start from and finish in Nadi. International airfares will be quoted from your destination. Prices are in Fiji dollars and per person and is a guide only, due to variations for each group B=Breakfast. L=Lunch. D=Dinner

Day 1

(D)

Arrive Nadi

Nadi – Fiji’s international gateway located on the western side of the main island of Viti Levu within sight of beautiful Nadi Bay. On a coastal plain with the mountainous hills of the interior behind and surrounded by sugar cane plantations, Nadi is the hub of the bustling tourism industry in Fiji. It is approximately 25 minutes from Lautoka City, which is the “sugar capital” of Fiji and the second largest port. Nadi Town serves the ever increasing population of approximately 30,791 people who are either involved in or service the two main industries of the region, tourism and sugar production.

On arrival in Nadi and after completing Customs and Immigration formalities you will be welcomed by the Fathom Travel Representatives and presented with a traditional pottery lei, after which you will be assisted to your luxury air-conditioned coach for transfer to your hotel for check-in and a supper before a good night’s rest.

Accommodation:       First Class      Tokatoka Resort Hotel

South Sea Island Day Cruise

Day 2

(B,L,D)

This morning enjoy a full buffet breakfast before boarding your air-conditioned coach for the transfer to Port Denarau Marina, where you will board your vessel for the cruise to pristine South Sea Island.  You will sail for 25 minutes on a catamaran to the uninhabited South Sea Island, which is surrounded by crystal clear water and magnificent soft coral reefs.

The Fijian crew will give you a warm welcome as you step ashore onto the white sandy beaches.

Today we have the following exciting programme for you:

Introduction to the local sea environment. A ride in the semi-submersible the Subsea Adventure (20 at a time) with commentary & basis work sheet. Upon returning to the South Sea Island the group will be taken to the pool area where an introduction to snorkeling course would be conducted. Following this introductory course the group will be taken for snorkeling by long boat and under close supervision you will return to the reef area previously explored on the Subsea Adventure.

·     Study fruits and vegetables indigeneous to the Fiji Islands. Samples and tasting will be provided.

·      Introduction to tradtional Fijian games played by children including demonstration, lesson and participation.

Additional leisure activities for the day include:

• Volleyball

• Sailing catamaran

• Windsurfers

• Paddle boards

• Spy boards

To refuel your energy, you will be treated to a tasty barbecue lunch (marinated steak, fish, sausages, chicken, salads x5, fruit selection). Drink  vouchers will also be provided.

On the return cruise, the Fijian crew will once again entertain you and you will now be full of stories to tell your friends about the experience of having a whole tropical island to yourselves plus the new snorkeling skills you have now learnt to explore our beautiful soft coral reefs.

From the marina at Port Denarau you will be transferred to your Hotel where you can relax and enjoy dinner served at the Hotel.  The remainder of the evening is at leisure.

Accommodation:       First Class    Tokatoka Hotel

Pacific Harbour

Day 3

(B,L,D)

This morning enjoy a buffet breakfast before checking out of your rooms and  board your air-conditioned coach for a scenic transfer through the popular Coral Coast and stop for a visit at the Kula Eco Park where you will have a guided tour of the park seeing bird-life and selected botanic species.

From Kula Park you will then continue your journey through the Coral Coast stopping at a popular local restaurant, Vilisite’s for a buffet lunch offering a variety of local food and delicacy.

After lunch we will then head for the Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre. Upon arrival, at the Centre you will be welcomed by Fijian smiles and soft drinks before undertaking an island boat tour that will take you back in time and give you a glimpse of our history and culture.

The boat excursion around the island ‘Viti Lailai’ lasts for 45 minutes and you will get to experience eight different live shows on making traditional

everyday items such as:  wood carving, Masi (fabric) making, Basket and Mat Weaving, Cooking, Fishing, Pottery, Handicrafts and Coconut and Copra.

Following the Island Tour you will then board your air-conditioned coach for a 5 minute transfer to your hotel for check-in and freshening up before enjoying the swimming pool and other amenities the hotel offers.

Dinner at the hotel and the rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Accommodation:       First Class     Centra Resort Pacific Harbour 

Namuamua Village Tour

Day 4

(B, L,D)

This morning enjoy a buffet breakfast before boarding your air-conditioned coach for the full day Namuamua Inland Tour. On the way you will take a scenic drive to the town of Navua, where you board an open water taxi for a ride up the Navua River.  You will pass through the Namosi Rainforest, cascading waterfalls and isolated villages.  You will be welcomed in the traditional Fijian way to the Namuamua Village where you will partake in a “Kava” ceremony, the unique traditional drink of Fiji.  You will tour the village before lunch is served, this will be followed by dancing which you can join in, before the villagers sing you their traditional farewell song.

Dinner at the hotel and the rest of your evening is at your leisure.

Accommodation:       First Class    Centra Resort Pacific Harbour

 Rural School Visit

Day 5

(B &, L)

This morning enjoy a buffet breakfast before boarding your air-conditioned coach and head for a rural local school, Lomeri Primary School that was set up and is still being run by the Roman Catholic  Mission.

Upon arrival at the school, you will be represented by a village elder to present your traditional respects or “sevusevu” to the school. This is the true traditional Fijian way of asking for permission and blessings for your visit and is a very emotional ritual that will create an everlasting bond and friendship.

You will then be part of the general school assembly where you will be introduced to the whole school and teachers by the head teacher, followed by morning drinks and snacks with teachers and senior students (11-13 year old age group).

You will then be invited to mix with students of your age in their classrooms where the Fijian students will welcome you to introduce yourselves and tell them where you come from and they will also introduce themselves for discussions and exchange of cultures and ideas.

At the end of the exchange, the students will sing you their Fijian farewell song as you board your air-conditioned coach to return to the hotel for lunch and swim or other activities.

Early evening, you will enjoy a set menu buffet dinner at an appointed time before you check-out of your hotel rooms and board your air-conditioned coach for your transfer to Nadi International Airport. (about 2.5 hours drive)

Upon arrival at airport, you will be met by Fathom Travel Representatives to facilitate your airport check-in and other needs that you may require.

Depart the truly relaxing Fiji Islands – Ni Sa Moce (Goodbye)