Afternoon: Evening departure with meal served in-flight

Dinner: Aboard flight

Meals Included: Dinner

In Transit: In flight to Fiji from United States. Day is "lost" due to crossing of the International Dateline

Arrival Savusavu/Welcome Ceremony/Introductory Class and Snorkeling Refresher

Arrive To: Early morning arrival at Nadi International Airport, Fiji. Please Note: the flight schedules in the South Pacific are highly subject to change at any time, even once the program is in progress. A day room may be provided, based on the final flight timings.

Breakfast: Tropical Breakfast at Daku Resort

Morning: Morning flight from Nadi to Savusavu. Upon arrival, transfer to Daku Resort and check in. After breakfast, time to rest and relax after the long flight.

Lunch: Lunch at Daku Resort

Afternoon: Program Orientation. There will be some time after orientation to get settled and pick up snorkel gear (if you did not bring your own) before the snorkeling refresher. Before dinner there will be a Class: Introduction to Fiji's Marine Environment and a Snorkeling refresher in the pool or off the nearby shore.

Dinner: Welcome Dinner at Daku Resort

Evening: Immediately before dinner, there will be a short cultural event: Yaqona and Tabua ceremonies of welcome. After dinner, there will be a Class: Fish Identification

Lodging: Daku Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Tropical breakfast at Daku Resort.

Morning: Snorkeling Field Trip to Split Rock - Split Rock is 200 metres off shore; a large coral head, it is named for the distinctive split down one side. At the bottom of the split you can see purple gorgonian fans and pale yellow soft corals. At the entrance to the split a fierce clown fish defends her anemone and the male takes refuge in its fronds. When a female clown fish dies, the male changes sex and becomes female, and the next male moves up the hierarchy. Split Rock is one of the most colourful and enchanting sites of the bay, and endlessly fascinating in visit after visit.

Lunch: Lunch at Daku Resort

Afternoon: Excursion: Savusavu Town - an excursion into town to exchange money, explore the local market and have a look around. There will also be an option to visit a pearl farm for those who are interested. Class: Masi - the Making of Traditional Fijian Tapa. Tapa is a bark cloth made in the islands of the Pacific Ocean, primarily in Tonga, Samoa and Fiji. Fijian tapa is somewhat stiffer than Samoan or Tongan tapa. The patterns are much busier and clean cut and the colors are usually black and dark brown which stands out strongly against the white of the tapa. Social hour before dinner

Dinner: Dinner & Band at Daku Resort

Lodging: Daku Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Tropical breakfast at Daku Resort.

Morning: Snorkel Golden Nuggets - Approximately a mile past the point of the peninsula, the twin pinnacles of Golden Nuggets offer another magnificent display of smaller fish. The first pinnacle has purple and orange anthias, the beautiful iridescent blue sapphire damsels, Moorish idols with their lazy grace, and the bluejewel damsel fish, which guards his garden against intruders- human or fish. On the second pinnacle you will see schools of surgeon fish and snapper fish. You will also see magic coral which turns from bluey-brown to white when threatened and is hardly known outside Fiji. The deeper pinnacle hosts spectacular golden soft coral on the side facing the bay, although this is difficult to see from the surface, so you have to dive down 15-20 feet or so to see it.

Lunch: Picnic lunch aboard the snorkeling boat.

Afternoon: Snorkel Lesciaceva Lagoon - Sheltered behind the main reef wall is a lagoon, where stingrays and garden eels burrow into the sandy bottom. The occasional group of trevally finds its way in, and there are cruising wrasse, damsel fish and parrotfish. Some larger sea stars are to be seen, and frequent sea slugs as thick as a man's forearm.

Dinner: Dinner at Daku Resort

Evening: Class: Coral Critters: Staying Alive. Staying alive is the name of the game in any city and survival involves many ways of protecting oneself from danger. This class will introduce you to some of the defense mechanisms of the inhabitants of Fiji's coral reefs.

Lodging: Daku Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Tropical breakfast at Daku Resort.

Morning: Optional Bird-watching Expedition before breakfast. Snorkeling Field Trip: Lepper's Wall - Lepper's Wall is so named as the colonial Lepper family own the land and island adjacent to the dive site. The area to be snorkeled extends from a shallow reef which is exposed at low tide to a 500ft plus almost vertical wall. While the wall is an interesting scuba dive, the coral heads which reach with 15 feet of the surface support a magnificent ecosystem and tell a story about the history of the reef.

Lunch: Lunch at Daku Resort

Afternoon: Field Trip to Waivunia Village - learn about Fijian herbal medicine and handicrafts - "meke" and entertainment by the villagers. A meke is a traditional Fijian dance typically performed during celebrations and festivals. Males and females each perform a separate dance never dancing together. The male dance is called the "meke moto" usually involving long spears. The dance is meant to symbolize the ancient warriors of the village. The female dance is called the "seasea" and involves the performers making rapid motions with their hands and arms. There will also be talks on Fijian cutoms and fishing methods. Social hour before dinner.

Dinner: Dinner at Daku Resort

Evening: Q&A on Fijian culture, economy and politics

Lodging: Daku Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning Snorkel/ Fijian Food Preparation/Lovo Dinner/Class: Coral Reefs - Cities Under the Sea/Farewell Ceremony

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Tropical breakfast at Daku Resort.

Morning: Snorkeling Field Trip at Devodara (beach entry). We will have a picnic lunch on the beach, followed by time for swimming in The Lagoon.

Lunch: Lunch at Daku Resort.

Afternoon: Class: Fijian Food Preparation - Prepare the Lovo (Traditional Fijian Oven). The lovo is prepared by digging a large pit and then lining it with dry coconut husks. They are set on fire and the stones are heaped on top. When the flames subside, the food is wrapped in banana leaves and lowered in the pit. Free Time Open the Lovo

Dinner: Lovo Dinner at Daku Resort.

Evening: Class: Coral Reefs - Cities Under the Sea. This slide presentation will provide a better understanding about the coral reefs (ecology, form and function), their value to people, and how mankind's actions threaten them. Cultural Event: Farewell Ceremony -Bulu Yava (Burying the Footprints)

Lodging: Daku Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Tropical breakfast at Daku Resort.

Morning: Check out of Daku Resort and depart to Taveuni via the Princess Ferry. This comfortable ride takes approximately 3 hours, with great views. Arrive Taveuni dock and transfer to Paradise Taveuni. Check in to Paradise Taveuni.

Lunch: Lunch at Paradise Taveuni

Afternoon: Morning Snorkeling Excursion -Taveuni has an abundance of snorkeling sites on Vuna Reef, Rainbow Reef and directly in front of the resort. Where we go on our snorkeling excursion will be dependent upon local conditions at the time. Some examples of snorkeling sites near the resort : Snorkel Coral Gardens (Nicknamed Nirvana) Just a few minutes away by boat, three fingers of lava once streamed into the ocean and are now covered with a variety of hard and soft coral species. There are schools of trevally, snappers and tuna. Steve's Corner -This site reveals a huge variety of soft corals feeding in the current. Turn the corner and come up shallow to enjoy a large archway swim-through guarded by the resident Anemone Fish and filled with Ghost Coral. Tomasi's Delight - A steep slope of hard corals hides many small treasures - Dwarf Lionfish, Cowries and Nudibranchs have all made their homes here, as well as an array of Featherstars and Sea Cucumbers.

Dinner: Social Hour followed by Dinner at Paradise Taveuni

Lodging: Paradise Taveuni

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Breakfast Buffet- Paradise Taveuni

Morning: Morning Snorkeling Field Trip at Rainbow Reef. Where we go on our snorkeling excursion will be dependent upon local conditions at the time. The Great White Wall - The Soft Coral capital of the world offers an astounding wall of pure white soft coral. This site is definitely the world famous Rainbow Reef's top draw. A dazzling myriad of colour and life inhabits the reef top. If that's not enough, you will see Manta Rays glide past with ethereal grace. Jack's Place - Situated on the Rainbow Reef, this site offers an immense coral bommie covered with vibrant colours of soft coral and fish. The site is a haven for Spanish Dancers, Box Fish and White Tipped Reef Sharks. Nuku Reef - Drift along this gently sloping reef and marvel at the small critters that reside here - Christmas tree worms, clams and sea anemones are all in abundance, along with their resident clown fish and trigger fish

Lunch: Picnic lunch

Afternoon: Afternoon Snorkeling Excursion to Vuna Reef. Where we go on our snorkeling excursion will be dependent upon local conditions at the time. Some example snorkel sites for this excursion include: Incredible Reef - On the inner side of Vuna Reef, this site explores a large wedge-shaped area cutting into the Reef wall. Schools of pelagics glide past as smaller reef fish swarm in the shelter of the wedge. Fish Factory - Stunning hard plate corals, lots of ambient light, multicoloured patches of soft coral, giant clams and swarms of reef fish at a depth of less than 60f/18m make this a popular site for photographers, beginners and the experienced.

Dinner: Dinner - Paradise Taveuni

Lodging: Paradise Taveuni

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note: The actual day we visit a particular snorkel site is dependent upon varying weather, tide, and other local conditions at the time and are subject to change.

Breakfast: Breakfast - Paradise Taveuni

Morning: Afternoon Snorkeling Expedition -one more snorkeling opportunity before departing Fiji. Paradise Reef is the reef located right in front of your hotel. In one direction, it is a labyrinth of lava flow covered in stunning hard and soft corals, swarming in tropical reef species, shallow and bright. In the other is a fantastic training site with a variety of terrain to make the most of your learning experience. All local species are represented here and the colors are stunning.

Lunch: Lunch - Paradise Taveuni

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the property and activities offered.

Dinner: Farewell Dinner- Paradise Taveuni

Evening: Farewell Fijian Meke (Dance) and Kava.

Lodging: Paradise Taveuni

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast: Breakfast - Paradise Taveuni.

Morning: Free morning for to rest, relax and enjoy the property or indulge yourself in one last snorkel.

Lunch: Lunch at Paradise Taveuni

Afternoon: Transfer to Taveuni Airport and afternoon flight to Nadi.

Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant

Evening: Transfer to Nadi Airport after dinner. Depart on late night flight to Los Angeles.

In Transit: Late evening flight departs Fiji for Los Angeles International Airport. Arrive Los Angeles, after crossing the International Dateline. You will have gained the back the lost day and it will be the afternoon of the same day you left.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner