10-Day Fiji Yacht Charter Itinerary: Remote Yasawa & Mamanuca Exploration
10 planned days, starting at Port Denarau, Nadi and finishing at Return to Port Denarau. Stops include Port Denarau, Nadi, Mana Island, Tavua Island (Honeymoon Island), Waya Island, Drawaqa Island and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Port Denarau, Nadi
- Final planned stop
- Return to Port Denarau
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Welcome champagne and canapés
- Day 1Yacht orientation and safety briefing
- Day 1Departure from vibrant Port Denarau
- Day 1First sunset over the Pacific
- Day 2Scuba diving at Supermarket reef
- Day 2Snorkelling off North Beach
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Port Denarau, Nadi
Your luxury Fiji yacht charter commences at Port Denarau. After settling in, enjoy a gourmet lunch onboard as your captain sets a course for the secluded Mamanuca Islands.
- Welcome champagne and canapés
- Yacht orientation and safety briefing
- Departure from vibrant Port Denarau
- First sunset over the Pacific
- Anchorage
- Port Denarau Marina
- Dining
- Ports O' Call Restaurant (Sheraton Denarau)
- DAY 02
Mana Island
Cruise to Mana Island, a jewel in the Mamanucas. Explore its vibrant reefs with a dive or snorkel, and relax on its pristine, less-frequented northern beaches.
- Scuba diving at Supermarket reef
- Snorkelling off North Beach
- Beach walk to Sunset Beach
- Watersports activities from the yacht
- Anchorage
- North Bay, Mana Island
- Dining
- Onboard chef's fresh seafood grill
- DAY 03
Tavua Island (Honeymoon Island)
Anchor off Tavua Island, also known as Honeymoon Island, a tiny, uninhabited islet perfect for a private beach experience and excellent snorkelling.
- Private beach picnic
- Exploring the tiny island
- Exceptional reef snorkelling
- Stargazing from the yacht deck
- Anchorage
- Tavua Island anchorage
- Dining
- Candlelit dinner on the beach
- DAY 04
Waya Island
Sail deeper into the Yasawas to Waya Island. Here, you can hike to panoramic viewpoints or visit a traditional village nestled in the hills.
- Hiking to Waya's peaks
- Visiting a local Fijian village
- Snorkelling in secluded coves
- Learning about traditional Fijian crafts
- Anchorage
- Natawa Bay
- Dining
- Onboard dinner with local flavours
- DAY 05
Drawaqa Island
Anchor near Drawaqa Island, renowned for its seasonal manta ray encounters. This area offers incredible opportunities to swim with these gentle giants.
- Swimming with manta rays (seasonal)
- Diving the 'Manta Ray Passage'
- Photography of marine life
- Relaxing on Drawaqa's quiet beaches
- Anchorage
- Drawaqa Island anchorage
- Dining
- Freshly caught fish for dinner
- DAY 06
Nanuya Balavu Island
Explore Nanuya Balavu, home to some of the Yasawa's most vibrant coral reefs. Enjoy a full day of diving and snorkelling in pristine conditions.
- Multiple dive sites around the island
- Exploring diverse coral ecosystems
- Kayaking around the coastline
- Sunset drinks on the yacht's flybridge
- Anchorage
- Nanuya Balavu anchorage
- Dining
- Onboard chef's special themed dinner
- DAY 07
Tavewa Island
Visit Tavewa Island, offering tranquil bays and a chance to interact with friendly locals. Its calm waters are perfect for leisurely swimming.
- Relaxed swimming in calm bays
- Visiting a small local community
- Beach games and relaxation
- Photography of the stunning landscapes
- Anchorage
- Tavewa Island anchorage
- Dining
- Casual beachfront barbecue
- DAY 08
Matacawalevu Island
Cruise to Matacawalevu Island, offering beautiful hikes to elevated viewpoints and opportunities to explore its rugged interior. The views are spectacular.
- Hiking to panoramic viewpoints
- Exploring hidden coves
- Snorkelling in clear lagoons
- Photography of the Yasawa chain
- Anchorage
- Matacawalevu anchorage
- Dining
- Onboard fine dining experience
- DAY 09
Kuata Island
Head south to Kuata Island, famous for its 'shark snorkel' experience. This offers a unique opportunity to swim with reef sharks in a safe, controlled environment.
- Shark snorkel experience
- Diving at Barefoot Manta Resort
- Relaxing on Kuata's beaches
- Farewell cocktails on the yacht
- Anchorage
- Kuata Island anchorage
- Dining
- Dinner at Barefoot Manta Resort
- DAY 10
Return to Port Denarau
Enjoy a final cruise back to Port Denarau, reflecting on the exceptional diving, secluded anchorages, and cultural encounters of your Fiji yacht charter.
- Last views of the Mamanuca Islands
- Leisurely breakfast on board
- Packing and preparation for departure
- Souvenir shopping at Port Denarau
- Anchorage
- Port Denarau Marina
- Dining
- Indigo Indian & Asian Restaurant
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