10 Boat Stays in Fiji: Cruises, Yacht Charters & Boat Hire

1. QUIXOTIC Charters Fiji

Explore private beaches, snorkel unexplored reef systems, visit remote islands, or simply experience Fiji away from the usual land-based restraints with QUIXOTIC Charters Fiji! The luxury catamaran accommodates up to six guests for overnight or multi-day adventures with four queen staterooms and three private ensuites. An adventure on QUIXOTIC is complete with exquisite dining experiences of locally sourced provisions, while the menu of activities is just as impressive between Hobie sail kayaking, windsurfing, fishing, hiking, cave exploration, cultural experiences and more.

Discover how QUIXOTIC can make your Fiji sailing dreams a reality over at quixoticcharters.com.

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2. Sailing Fiji

Hop aboard Looping, a fast sailing catamaran and enjoy a multi-day safari through the Fiji Islands. With an onboard skipper and chef cooking up some gourmet delights, all your needs are catered for, while you just enjoy “Fiji Time” on an accommodation type that not many in Fiji get to enjoy. A popular trip is to the Lau Islands, a secluded corner of Fiji where you’ll stop by isolated beaches, snorkel at untouched reefs and eat dinner with a spectacular view of islands and atolls. The vessel has four queen-size staterooms with a private bathroom and toilet area.

Sailing trips depart from Taveuni, Fiji’s third-largest island.

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3. Captain Cook Cruises

Join one of the 3-, 4-, 7- or 14-night cruises on the M.S. Caledonian Sky with Captain Cook Cruises taking you through the Mamanuca and the Yasawa Islands. You have nine set itineraries to choose from: three nights/four days cruising around the Mamanucas, four nights/five days in the Yasawa Islands or seven days with a mix of both. Alternatively, head on a 7-night cruise to Taveuni and the Lomaiviti Islands or embark on a 7-day adventure to Kadavu and the Lau Islands. Hell, you can even embark all the way to Tonga or Samoa on their 14-night cruises. The M.S. Caledonia Sky has its own spa, gym, library and dive shop, as well as 57 ocean-view suites.

Check Captain Cook Cruises out:

• 3-Night Mamanucas & Southern Yasawa Islands
• 4-Night Northern Yasawa Islands
• 7-Night Mamanucas & Yasawa Islands
• 7-Night Remote North Discovery
• 7-Night Northern Lau Expedition
• 7-Night Ultimate Lau & Kadavu

Learn more about Captain Cook Cruises in The Guide to Cruises Around Fiji.

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4. Sail in Fiji (Gipsea & Fantasea)

Explore the gorgeous islands in easy reach of Nadi and Denarau with one of the gorgeous sailing yachts with Sail in Fiji. Your boat stay comes in the form of either Gipsea or Fantasea, which are fully equipped with a kitchen, showers, toilets, etc., as well as seating areas to sit under the stars. Up to eight guests can share this yacht charter experience or up to 25 passengers can head out on the boats if you just want to hire for the day. Either way, fishing gear, floating lilos, a hammock, snorkelling sets and a tender are available on board for your use. We also list this one in the 10 Most Unique Accommodations in Fiji.

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5. Blue Lagoon Cruises

Offering a selection of adults-only small-ship cruises in the Mamanuca and the Yasawa Islands, Blue Lagoon Cruises provides a unique way to explore this South Pacific paradise. The small ship has just 34 cabins for a boutique experience while sailing around the archipelago of Fiji, with just four hours of cruising time per day. Cruises include a range of complimentary excursions and activities, snorkelling equipment, all meals, traditional Fijian entertainment and more, while optional extras on their cruises include sports fishing, scuba diving and spa treatments. All cruises depart from Denarau on Viti Levu.

Check Blue Lagoon Cruises out:

• 3-Night Mamanuca & Southern Yasawa Cruise
• 4-Night Yasawa Islands Cruise
• 7-Night Mamanuca & Yasawa Islands Cruise

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6. Big Blue Fiji

Explore Fiji’s gorgeous blue waters and tropical islands without limits with Big Blue Fiji. Customise the trip of a lifetime, whether that means diving with the SSI-registered team, fishing for bluewater pelagics, or simply relaxing on the deck with a good book. The Lagoon 440 catamaran is designed with comfort in mind, sleeping up to eight people across four staterooms with an ensuite and air-conditioning. As for the toys; how about SUP boards, dive gear, fishing gear, wake skates, inflatable biscuits and much more to always keep your trip exciting?! See more private charters like this in the 10 Best Sailing Charters in Fiji.

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7. Nai’a

Specialising in scuba diving in Fiji, let Nai’a Fiji sort out all of the logistics for you while you enjoy the diving. Nai’a is an all-inclusive liveaboard experience offering 7-day and 10-day tours of the Bligh Water. Departing from Lautoka on Viti Levu, Nai’a offers gear rentals, PADI courses, skiff diving, nitrox diving, rebreather diving and more. Explore the diverse life of the Bligh Water, which sits between Fiji’s two largest islands harbouring amazing coral displays and formations – learn more about the dive sites in the 10 Best Places to Scuba Dive in Fiji. As for the ship, Nai’a features nine passenger staterooms with an attractive saloon of native Fijian hardwoods. For more yacht charters with diving, check out the 5 Best Liveaboards in Fiji.

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8. Safari Charters

Meet Stellar, your 49 ft luxuriously appointed yacht that sets sail from Safari Charters‘ home port in Nadi. With four ensuite cabins onboard, sleeping up to six guests, and a whole lot of fishing gear, snorkelling equipment, SUP boards and bean bags to lounge on the deck, this yacht charter in Fiji is all yours. Safari Charters curates specially designed sailing holidays for families, honeymooners and surfers, so get in touch to plan yours.

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9. Yacht Charters Fiji

Choose from a selection of sailboats and motorboats with Yacht Charters Fiji. Departing from Denarau with transfers from Denarau resorts and even Nadi Airport, your transition to “Fiji Time” couldn’t be easier. Their sailing catamaran is much like the other yachts mentioned above, while Sheer Delight offers something different as a 78 ft twin-hulled power boat with more spacious accommodation for up to 12 guests. As for your boating holiday, make it yours whether that entails surfing, jet skiing, fishing or birdwatching.

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10. TradeWinds

The international yacht charter franchise has its own sailing yacht in Fiji, TradeWinds AQUA. Forget the hassle of planning your own sailing holiday, as the team offer all-inclusive seven-night set itineraries that you’ll hardly turn your nose up at. The experience starts from Denarau and includes all of your gourmet meals and beverages from an open bar, while snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking and more can be experienced in between exploring the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands.

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