The M.V. Fiji Princess will be your home away from home for the duration of your cruise, except you’ll wake up in a different stunning location each morning and with 70 years' experience cruising the islands of Fiji, we know all the best places to take you! Who better to show you their home than the Fijians themselves so we pride ourselves on having an all-Fijian crew and with a high crew member-to-guest ratio, so you know you will be well looked after. Our crew will quickly know you by name and every way you turn there will be a big ‘BULA’ welcome.
Intimate Cruising
The small size of Blue Lagoon Cruises' cruise ship, the M.V. Fiji Princess, is just one of the reasons why a cruise with us is so special. Measuring 179 feet (55 metres), she can access bays and islands that would be impossible to reach in a larger ship – we can get so close to shore that we can tie off to a coconut tree and you can swim to the beach.
With a maximum of 64 passengers and up to 30 Fijian crew, you know you will be well looked after with true Fijian hospitality
Due to our small number of guests, no matter which beach or island we visit, you won’t be overwhelmed by crowds. Most of the time, our guests are the only people on the beach!
The vessels décor is fresh and nautical, with echoes of the romantic age of cruising gone by
You only need to unpack once and then let your floating hotel take you from an idyllic place to an idyllic experience – every day somewhere and something different
Visit traditional Fijian villages, swim in crystal-clear lagoons, and gaze out on tropical vistas you thought only existed in movies
Our guests often make friends for life, given the social atmosphere of small-ship cruising
If conditions are rough due to winds and swells, it's easy for us to alter our itinerary to cruise on the sheltered side of the islands
Cruising Schedule
Once a week on a Friday, M.V. Fiji Princess departs Port Denarau for her voyage into the enchanting Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. There, she spends seven days cruising from one spectacular setting to the next before returning to Denarau (this is our 7-night cruise). We also operate a high-speed transfer vessel, which meets M.V. Fiji Princess in the Sacred Islands, connecting our 3- and 4-night guests with the cruise. Operating our itineraries in this way means one thing: we spend more time cruising the Yasawa Islands, and less time getting there!
Facilities
The excellent onboard facilities include:
Open-air dining room, lounge, and bar
Open-air sky deck with bar
Splash pool
Onboard Spa
Snorkelling gear, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards
Free satellite WiFi
Self-service guest laundry
Onboard books and games
Sun-loungers
Filtered drinking water stations throughout the ship (M.V. Fiji Princess is single-use plastic-free)
Complimentary 24-hour barista tea/coffee (we have 2 great machines available onboard)
Souvenir items are available for purchase onboard
Cruise Preparation
Blue Lagoon Cruises cater to people of all ages and fitness levels. However, you do need to have a good enough level of mobility to make your way up and down the steeper-than-usual, narrow staircases. While getting in and out of the tender boats can require a certain degree of mobility, the crew will tailor shore landings to suit and there’s nothing wrong with staying on board for those who would prefer to relax and enjoy the scenery. On or off the ship, the Blue Lagoon Cruises team will ensure that you will have a truly memorable experience.
Dress standard
The dress code is casual and informal, even at dinner. We encourage our guests to wear what they feel comfortable in and to leave their dinner jackets and high heels at home. For those wanting to visit villages for cultural reasons, we do ask that men wear a sulu (provided in your cabin) and women dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.
Arrival and Departures
Blue Lagoon Cruises use a high-speed transfer vessel to transport guests on the 3- and 4-night itineraries one-way (either to or from the Scared Islands). This allows the M.V. Fiji Princess to remain in the islands only returning to Denarau marina once a week.
Transfers between Mamanuca Island Resorts and M.V. Fiji Princess use local transfer operators on vessels that are known for their comfort and sea-worthy qualities.
Port Denarau Arrival and Departure times
Explorer Cruise – 3 Night Check-in Fridays from 1.30pm – 2.30pm Departing Fridays at 3.00pm on M.V. Fiji Princess Arriving Mondays at 3.00pm via high-speed catamaran
Wanderer Cruise – 4 Night Check-in Mondays from 11.00am – 11.45am Departing Mondays at 12.15pm via high-speed catamaran Arriving Fridays at 10.00am on M.V. Fiji Princess
Escape to Paradise Cruise – 7 Night Check-in Fridays from 1.30pm – 2.30pm Departing Fridays at 3.00pm on M.V. Fiji Princess Arriving Fridays at 10.00am on M.V. Fiji Princess
Accommodation Onboard
M.V. Fiji Princess has 32 air-conditioned cabins accommodating up to 64 guests.
Cabins are allocated upon guest check-in only. We cannot guarantee a particular cabin or deck preference, however, we will certainly do our best to accommodate any specific requests.
Each cabin features a yacht-style en suite, storage space, TV for in-room movies, vanity table, hairdryer, soft towels, and bathroom amenities by Pure Fiji. All cabins are above the waterline and feature windows with ocean views. All cabins include:
A complimentary mini-bar stocked on the day of departure only with a selection of premium beer, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and snacks (Note: alcoholic beverages can be exchanged for non-alcoholic options if requested at the time of booking).
Gifts of a Blue Lagoon Cruises tote bag and Pure Fiji gift bag per cabin and a reusable metal water bottle and sulu (sarong) for each person
The Orchid Decks The Orchid Decks are situated over two levels and the cabins are approximately 13 sqm (142 sq ft) in size.
Upper Orchid deck: The Upper Orchid deck has 12 cabins; 9 cabins with queen beds and 3 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
Middle Orchid deck: The Middle Orchid deck has 16 cabins; 12 cabins with queen beds and 4 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
The Hibiscus Deck The Hibiscus deck has 4 cabins, averaging 11sqm (117sq ft); 2 cabins with queen beds and 2 cabins with either queen or twin single beds.
