Written by Lucy Cameron
A Fiji cruise itinerary works for travellers who want to see multiple islands in a short window without managing transfers themselves. The country has both small-ship (Captain Cook, Blue Lagoon Cruises) and large-ship options. Here is the working guide after one Captain Cook 7-night cruise.
Fiji Cruise Options
Captain Cook Cruises (small ship, 7-night Yasawa)
Captain Cook’s MV Reef Endeavour runs a 7-night Yasawa cruise from Port Denarau — 130-passenger small ship, all-inclusive, FJD 4,500+ per person twin share. Visits Mamanucas, southern Yasawas, Blue Lagoon, Sawa-i-Lau caves, plus a village visit and beach lunch.
The 3-night and 4-night options run shorter Mamanuca-only routes at lower price points.
Blue Lagoon Cruises
Blue Lagoon Cruises run a similar 7-night Yasawa route on smaller vessels (60–120 passengers). FJD 3,800+ per person. More casual feel than Captain Cook, food less polished but a friendlier guest atmosphere.
Large cruise lines (P&O, Carnival)
P&O Pacific and Carnival both run South Pacific cruises that include 1–3 days in Fiji as part of broader routes (Sydney/Brisbane home ports). The Fiji port days are usually Lautoka or Suva with optional shore excursions to Nadi/Denarau or the Coral Coast.
Not a “Fiji cruise” in the dedicated sense — Fiji is one of several Pacific stops.
What to Expect on a Fiji Cruise
The small-ship cruises (Captain Cook, Blue Lagoon) include daily shore activities — snorkel stops, beach landings, village visits, occasional dive add-ons. Meals are all-inclusive; alcohol is typically extra. The vessels are intimate enough to feel personal but large enough to have proper dining rooms and entertainment.
You see more islands in less time than land-based travel allows. The trade-off: you sleep on the ship rather than at island resorts, which reduces the “destination” feel.
Cruise vs Resort Stay
Cruises win on: multi-island variety, no transfer logistics, fully bundled cost, social atmosphere.
Resort stays win on: deeper relaxation at one spot, beach quality (resort beaches are typically better than cruise-landing beaches), genuinely all-day swimming.
For most honeymoons and family trips we’d still recommend the resort route. Cruises work best for travellers who specifically want to see many islands in a short window. See our Fiji itinerary planner for resort-based alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there cruises in Fiji?
Yes — Captain Cook Cruises and Blue Lagoon Cruises both run dedicated 3, 4 and 7-night Yasawa cruises from Port Denarau. Larger lines (P&O, Carnival) include Fiji as a port stop on broader South Pacific routes.
How much is a Fiji cruise?
Small-ship 7-night Yasawa cruises run FJD 3,800–4,500+ per person twin share (Blue Lagoon Cruises and Captain Cook respectively). Includes all meals and shore activities; alcohol is typically extra.
What’s the best Fiji cruise?
Captain Cook MV Reef Endeavour 7-night Yasawa cruise for the most polished small-ship experience. Blue Lagoon Cruises for a more relaxed, slightly cheaper alternative. Both visit the same general island circuit.
Is a Fiji cruise worth it?
For travellers who want to see many islands in a short window without managing transfers — yes. For honeymooners or families who want deep relaxation at one resort — generally no, a resort stay works better.
When is the best time to cruise in Fiji?
May to October — the dry season. Calmer seas, better snorkel visibility, near-zero cyclone risk. Cruises operate year-round but some January–February departures are weather-impacted.
About the author: Lucy Cameron — Hideaway Fiji.