TUI TAI: the fiji trip of a lifetime
fiji scuba diving on tui tai
Fiji is one of the world’s most popular tropical dive destinations and much of this interest is due to the superb diving in the north around Taveuni, the Ringgold Atolls, Rabi and Kioa’s acclaimed reefs. Here we find reefs ablaze with every colour of the rainbow, as multi–hued soft corals and fish feed in the tidal currents. Add to this clear, warm tropical waters and you have truly world–class diving. Tui Tai Expedition Cruises is a PADI IRRA International Dive Boat. Our instructors onboard can take you on a "Discover Scuba Dive" without any prior dive experience, or you can further your skills by completing the Advanced Openwater Course.
scuba diving and snorkeling
One of the reasons guests return, time and again, to seek new adventures aboard Tui Tai is our unrivaled diving experience. You’ll dive in the clearest waters, with the most dramatic underwater topography and stunning biodiversity and dizzying array of creatures both great and small that Fiji has to offer. Scuba– and snorkel–loving guests get the chance to:
- Roam renowned Rainbow Reef dive sites within the Somosomo Straits, including "The Great White Wall," and other sites comprising what Jean-Michel Cousteau once dubbed "the soft–coral capital of the world"
- Marvel at coral gardens at The Farm and Nakawa Point, features in Lonely Planet as "one of the world’s greatest snorkel sites"
- Dive Kokoda Point, Wall Street, and Eel Diamond, with visibility often exceeding 120 feet, where divers frequently encounter large marine animals, including barracuda, tuna, sharks, rays and turtles
- Explore the sites we call "little Rainbow Reef" near Rabi Island, where you’ll likely share the water with a dozen or so nine–foot manta rays
travel with the best
Tui Tai is the only expedition vacation provider in the South Pacific featured in National Geographic’s annual "Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth" survey.
travel across the seas in the comfort of home
After five nights with us, we’re sure you’ll agree our services are second-to-none. A gourmet menu prepared fresh daily in our outdoor kitchen, mealtime excursions to dine on deserted beaches or in lush rainforests, full bar, housekeeping and laundry, professional spa treatments and yoga sessions under the clear blue South Pacific skies– it’s all here for your enjoyment.
experience local culture firsthand
We provide our guests unprecedented access to three distinct societies in the Pacific Cultural Triangle of islands, affording a glimpse into the historically rich stories and daily lives of the Polynesian, Micronesian and Melanesian cultures.
Rather than simply being escorted along as a typical tourist would, you’ll be part of an ongoing mission to improve the lives of locals, affording you a unique opportunity to experience the real Fiji and her people.
about the Pacific Cultural Triangle
local knowledge
Our Fijian guides and crew know Northern Fiji like the back of their hands—they grew up here. Dive with us, and you’ll enjoy optimal conditions, unparalleled underwater vistas, and a staff that handles your gear before and after each dive, so all you have to do is enjoy the scenery. When we come on land and visit villages, you’ll be treated like returning family (because your guides are related to the people there).
make each day as active as you like, then recover in high style
Tui Tai’s itinerary is about both island-style adventure and relaxation. Tui Tai is not really a classic luxury trip; however we believe in 5-star service and wellness to compliment an active experience. When it's time to be active, we offer kayaking, standup paddling, hiking, snorkeling, biking, diving and more. Time to unwind? Try our onboard spa, daily yoga, or even an on-island massage in front of stunning waterfalls or a meditation session atop a volcanic crater.
personalize your Fiji experience
There’s no cruise ship-style pressure to stay on the go or follow a herd of people. When you’re aboard Tui Tai, each day is tailored to your interests. Everyone from 26-year-old tri-athletes to 74-year-old globe trekkers have joined us for snorkeling, scuba diving, visiting remote villages, and more. You can always opt in or out of as much as you’d like. Tell us what you’d like to do, and we’ll make it happen.
visit Fiji’s underwater wonderland
Tui Tai knows of more than a few prime spots to drop anchor and grab the diving gear, and tend to keep their exact whereabouts a closely-guarded secret. Lonely Planet Travel Guide raved, "[Tui Tai’s] snorkeling and diving sites are some of the world’s best."
enjoy the Tui Tai Touch
Our onboard crew of 18 warm, hospitable native Fijians grew up in the same remote island villages we visit. They’re proud of their islands and culture, and are happy to welcome you as part of their family. Renowned travel writer Tim Neville once suggested, "The Tui Tai crew have only one purpose: to make sure you go to sleep each night swearing you just spent the best day of your life."
make a difference while you’re here
At Tui Tai, we believe it’s our responsibility to give back to the people that make Fiji such a remarkable place, and charitable work with indigenous local people is an integral part of every trip. While onboard with us, you’ll help deliver school and medical supplies to remote locations, establish relationships, and provide other important services.
gain exclusive access
Tui Tai is large enough to afford guests consummate luxury, yet small enough to sail to remote locations where other, larger boats simply won’t fit. Take the Ringgold islands, a scattered series of tiny volcanic atolls with beautiful sandy beaches and black rocks. You’ll hike to a summit in the morning and kayak within the crater in the afternoon, a remote travel experience accessible only with Tui Tai.