16 Days | Island hop between Samoa and Fiji on an epic tropical adventure
On this 16-day tropical adventure, you’ll snorkel over colourful coral reefs that teem with wildlife and plunge into waterholes below hidden waterfalls. Starting in the islands of Samoa, spend time learning about the locals' traditional culture and village life. Take fully guided day tours around different parts of two islands and enjoy some time to yourself to relax and unwind. With a few nights in a fale (a traditional waterfront villa), you’ll fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves and experience traditional fire dancing and feasting – then, take on an active escapade in gorgeous Fiji! From the picturesque coast to the lush highlands, you’ll weave through the jungle to waterfalls and remote villages. Uncover the Fijian way of living off the land with village stays and sacred ceremonial customs, hike over grasslands, raft through Fiji’s volcanic rock interior and snorkel off remote beaches at Nananu-i-Ra Island. Wander through national parks and cool off in the sparkling South Pacific waters. This is paradise!
Trip overview
- Start
- Apia, Samoa
- Finish
- Nadi, Fiji
- Theme
- Multi-active
- Destinations
- Fiji, Samoa
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- TESSC
- Visit the gorgeous sandy beaches of Vavau and Lalomanu and go snorkelling and swimming at the Giant Clam Sancturary, teeming with starfish, tropical fish and coral.
- Discover Samoan culture through storytelling and legend – visit Fafao o SaoAli'l (the Passage of the Afterlife), Giant Moso's Footprint, the Star Mounds (one of Samoa’s most sacred places), the remains of the Virgin's grave.
- Immerse yourself in local culture and be treated to song, dance and performance – you'll attend a Fa’ataupati (slap dance) and enjoy a fire knife dancing night. Then, attend a church service followed by a traditional Sunday feast.
- Get your pulse racing as you raft through the heart of Fiji’s highlands at Upper Navua Gorge and take the plunge with a swim at one of Fiji’s most picture-perfect waterfalls in Nabalesere.
- Head off the beaten track on a full day’s hike through the grasslands into Naga to Nubutautau villages, hearing firsthand about the history of the area from expert guides and local villagers. These cultural experiences will show you a unique insight into landscape and community.
- There are many water-based activities included in this trip. You will get the most out of this trip if you are a competent and confident swimmer. If you are not so confident, we recommend that you bring a life jacket from home to allow you to still participate safely.
- The accommodation for this trip is comfortable and often well located, but simple – perfect for travel that focuses on authentic representation of the location.
- The Fiji section of the trip is active, with several days of point-to-point hiking. You only carry a day pack, with your main bags being transferred by vehicle between villages. There are two nights of multi-share stays in the local villages we visit.
- Some of the best scenery in Fiji is found on hikes. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit and be able to hike regularly if you want to partake in all activities.
- As we focus on visiting less explored parts of Fiji, there is limited beach time. If you are interested in classic Fiji, we recommend spending a few extra days before or after your tour enjoying the beaches and snorkelling in the Mamanuca or Yasawa Islands, a boat ride from Nadi.
- Part of travelling with Intrepid means respecting local cultures and sensibilities. That way you get the most out of your interactions with local people and environments. We ask for you to please be aware of cultural considerations when entering and staying in local villages. Your tour leader and local guides will assist with local etiquette.
- As we stay in some locations where there are few options for eating out, some meals may be set menus rather than being able to choose from a variety of options. Some accommodation options have limited numbers of different room types, so not everyone may have the same room style.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 July 2024 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
15 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 5 dinners
Private vehicle, Boat, Ferry
Hotel - Superior Garden & Ocean View Rooms (3 nights), Seaside Lodge Ensuites (3 nights), Airconditioned Villas (2 nights), Hotel (2 nights), Resort (2 nights), Eco Lodge (1 night), Beachside Cottages (1 night), Community Hall (2 nights)
- Apia - Robert Louis Stevenson Historical Home
- Apia - Bahai House of Worship
- Apia - Mulivai Cathedral
- Apia - Fresh Produce & Flea Market visit
- Savai’i - Market visit
- Savai'i - Blowholes
- Savai’i - Afu Aau Waterfall
- Savai'i - Giant Moso's Footprint
- Savai’i - Ancient Star Mound
- Savai’i - Cape Falealupo half day tour
- Savai’i - Fafao o SaoAli'l (Passage of the Afterlife)
- Savai'i - Virgin’s Grave
- Savai'i - Saleaula Lava Fields
- Upolu - Giant Clam Sanctuary
- Vavau Village - Traditional games & cultural activities
- Vavau Village - Ava (Welcoming Ceremony)
- Vavau Village - Customary feast
- Lalomanu - Fire knife & fa'ataupati show
- Upolu - Sopoaga waterfall
- Upolu - To Sua Trench
- Upolu - Ma Tree walk
- Lalomanu - Samoan church service
- Lalomanu - Traditional toonai Sunday feast
- Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park - Ranger-guided walk
- Upper Navua Gorge - Rafting
- Suva - Fiji Museum
- Suva - Suva Municipal Market
- Suva - Guided walking tour
- Nabalesere - Savulelele waterfall hike
- Naga Village - Welcome ceremony
- Naga Village - Traditional dinner
- Nananu-i-Ra Island – Snorkelling
- Sigatoka River - Trek to Nubutautau village
- Nubutautau - Village tour
- Savai'i - Mangrove kayaking tour from - WST100
- Savai'i - Whittakers Chocolate Koko tour - WST15
- Savai'i - Traditional Samoan Fofo massage (from) - WST40
- Colo-i-Suva Forest Park - Hike - Free
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. This trip starts at 6pm in Apia on Day 1 and finishes by mid-afternoon in central Nadi on Day 16.
2. This is a combination of our Samoa Adventure (TESS) and Fiji: Hike, Raft & Snorkel (TESF) trips. Your group composition and tour leader will change on Day 9.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip in Samoa, and all nights in Fiji other than the village stays on Days 14-15 where you will be in multi-share accommodation.
4. The flight between Samoa and Fiji is not included in this trip. You will need to book your own flight, departing Apia on Day 9. Fiji Airways flies directly between Apia and Nadi.
5. A transfer from Lalomanu to Apia, 1 night accommodation in Apia, departure transfer in Apia and arrival transfer in Nadi is included in this trip. You must let us know your flight details no later than 14 days prior to departure in order to book your transfers.
6. Please note the legal drinking age in Samoa is 21 years.
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