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Thursday, 19 June 2008 |
 Safari members relax after a swim What should a collection of dedicated ocean swimmers do after the Vila and Santo swims? Especially when the June weather in Sydney and Melbourne is cold and miserable, and the seas are mountainous.
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Friday, 18 January 2008 |
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Our Swim Safaris are exclusive, guided swim and adventure tours to some of the most beautiful, off the beaten tourist track locations in the world.
The Safaris include daily island hopping and coastal swims, in clear waters, over colourful coral reefs, against a backdrop of sandy beaches, azure lagoons and distant islands. There are also scenic walks and village visits which afford participants privileged insights into the rich history, culture, and traditions of the Pacific and its people.
There are several Swim Safaris each year both in Fiji and Vanuatu. Check the schedule (see links on the main menu), and contact us for details. Minimum number is 6 and maximum 12.
The Safaris are held in idyllic tropical island settings, and are a chance to experience the unique culture of the area, visit some sites from either Vanuatu or Fiji's recent historical past, and enjoy some great local cuisine. Plenty of time to just relax too.
The Swim Safaris, and many of the associated tour experiences are exclusive to Pacific Swims, and are based on our personal relationships with the people of the areas we visit.
Following the success of Swim Safaris in Fiji over 3 years, Pacific Swims introduced a Vanuatu Swim Safari in 2008 immediately following the Vanuatu & Espiritu Santo Swims. This was a huge success. Click on News link on the Main menu to read a report on this adventure.
The full cost of the 2009 Vanuatu Swim Safari is AUD 2,550 (single) or AUD 2,200 (twin share).
Included in this are the guided swims, boat hire, excursions, all meals, 7 nights accommodation, and air travel & transfers Santo-Aniwa-Vila
A typical itinerary for our Vanuatu Swim Safari would be:
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Day 1 Espiritu Santo
We'll drive up the east coast of Santo through old plantations and tropical bush to Champagne Beach.
We'll then swim from Champagne Beach to Lonnoc Beach, a distance of about 1.5Km.
We'll then relax and have lunch at Oyster Island.
We'll then have a swim in the Nanda Blue Hole
Accommodation that night will be in Santo.
Day 2 Aniwa Island
We'll transfer by plane to Aniwa Island
It's a short walk through through the bush to the lagoon. We'll swim across the lagoon to our accommodation, a distance of about 1.1km.
In the afternoon we'll swim the north end of the lagoon (about 2km)
Accommodation that night will be at Fatutu Aniwa Lagoon
Day 3 Aniwa Island
We'll enjoy a lagoon and reef Swim, about 3km
We'll then have a beach walk to explore the lagoon & east coast
Accommodation tonight will be at Fatutu Aniwa Lagoon
Day 4 Aniwa Island
Today we'll visit a local village & historical sites. We'll take in vews across to Tanna and Yasur Volcano
We'll have a reef swim of about 2.5km
Accommodation at Fatutu Aniwa Lagoon
Day 5 Aniwa - Tanna
In the morning we'll enjoy a lagoon & reef swim of about 2km
We'll depart our accommodation and swim across the lagoon (1.1Km) and walk through the bush to the airstrip. We'll fly from Aniwa to Tanna Island.
Accommodation tonight will be at Whitegrass Resort Tanna
Day 6 Tanna Island
Today we'll visit Port Resolution and swim about 1.5 - 2km.
We'll then visit the Yasur Volcano*
Accommodation Whitegrass Resort Tanna
Day 7 Tanna - Vila
This morning we'll swim the reef off Whitegrass (about 2km).
We'll then transfer to Vila and enjoy a group dinner.
Accommodation Vila.
* You can read more about Yasur Volcano here
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Sunday, 11 November 2007 |
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Our Swim Safaris are exclusive, guided swim and adventure tours to some of the most beautiful, off the beaten tourist track locations in the world.
The Safaris include daily island hopping and coastal swims, in clear waters, over colourful coral reefs, against a backdrop of sandy beaches, azure lagoons and distant islands. There are also scenic walks and village visits which afford participants privileged insights into the rich history, culture, and traditions of the Pacific and its people.
There are several Swim Safaris each year both in Fiji and Vanuatu. Check the schedule (see links on the main menu), and contact us for details. Minimum number is 6 and maximum 12.
The Swim Safaris, and many of the associated tour experiences are exclusive to Pacific Swims, and are based on our personal relationships with the people of the areas we visit.
The full cost of the 2009 Fiji Swim Safari is AUD 1,950 per person Single or AUD 1,750 per person Twin Share.
This includes transfers to and from Plantation Resort or Denarau to Nacula on the Yasawa Flyer, 4 nights accommodation at Oarsman's Bay (Yasawa). 1 nights accommodation at either Plantation or Nadi, all meals from Monday lunch to Friday dinner, swim & excursion guides, support boats, all boat transfers - Safari excursions & functions , village visits, Blue Lagoon cave visit and Swim Safari gift pack.
A typical itinerary for our Fiji Swim Safari would be:
Day 1
Transfer on the ‘Yasawa Flyer’ for a 4 hour stunningly beautiful journey through the Yasawa Island group to Nacula Island.
After organising our accommodation at Oarsmans Bay Lodge we'll have a leisurely swim from Nanuya Island to Tavewa Island, a distance of about 1.2km
Day 2
We travel in our support boat around the south coast of Nacula to Safe Landing, then swim back to Oarsmans Bay, a distance of 4.2km.
Following lunch we'll visit the local village and get an insight into traditional village life and Fijian hospitality. There’ll be the chance to purchase local crafts made by the women from the village.
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Day 3
A 30 Minute boat trip along the west coast of Nacula across to the southern end of Yasawa Island, Sawa-i-Lau Island and the Blue Lagoon Caves.
After exploring the caves we have a leisurely 2km swim along the coast of Sawa-i-Lau Island.
On the way back we’ll stop at one of the best beaches in the world for a relaxing swim.
There's an optional swim in the afternoon or you can kick back and relax in the sun.
Dinner at Nanuya Island Resort.
Day 4
This morning we'll boat across to Tavewa for a 2.6km swim along the West Tavewa reef.
Following lunch we'll boat across to Coral View Resort on Tavewa Island and walk up to the lookout on the highest point of the island with stunning views over the surrounding islands and lagoons
Day 5
We'll swim the west coast of Nacula, 2km to a small offshore island prior to departing Oarsmans on the Yasawa Flyer for the trip back to the Mamanuca Islands and an evening meal together.
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