Fiji - The Soma Soma Straits
Fiji – Paradise on Earth
Overview
Eric and Ann love the Fijian Islands and think of them as a “paradise on earth.” With exceptional diving and the friendliest people on Earth, Fiji is truly a magical place.
This adventure takes you to Taveuni, known as the Garden Isle. It is a lush green tropical island with a mountain that makes its own rain. It also borders the SomaSoma straits, which is probably the best diving in Fiji.
We will be staying at the Taveuni Dive Resort, which is a small resort located in the Taveuni Estates and in the middle of the Soma Soma straits. This boutique resort was built by divers for divers and has only eight burres. We have five of them reserved for our group.
Where will we be diving?
We will be diving in the Soma Soma straits. Some of Fiji's most famous dive sites are located in this area. The White Wall is covered in white doft corals, while Cabbage Patch features huge fields of cabbage or lettuce corals.
Availability: In Stock
What is included?
9 days, 8 Nights in mixed Ocean View/ Garden View Bure. All Meals (Full Cooked Breakfast, Two Course Lunch, and Three Course Dinner). 6 Days of 3 Tank Dives (18 Dives). Return Airport Transfers on Taveuni. Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Salty Fox Bar & Grill area only. All Government Taxes are also included, which are currently at 15%. (subject to change.)
Your land inclusions include Regular Coffee, Tea, and Water while at the Resort. Extras in the resort would be Speciality Coffees and Teas, Juices, Beer, Wine, Spirits, Boutique Items and Spa Services.
Your dive inclusions are nitrox, tanks, weights, boat, professional dive guide, water, juice and light snacks on the boat for surface interval.
Is there Technical Diving offered?
No, this is a recreational diving trip.
May I dive my rebreather?
Unfortunately, rebreathers are not currently supported
What is not included?
RT airfare, additional transfers, meals, activities, or hotels in transit based on the published air schedule, transfers not with the group, other land tours, tips for crew and local guides, diving insurance, diving equipment not listed above, alcoholic drinks, gift shop merchandise.
Tips are cash, and all other expenses can be paid by credit card, subject to a 3% admin fee.
Are there other things to do?
There are a number of land tours available before and after your time on the boat. Ask your trip leader to help arrange things.
Fine Print
Please see the Terms & Conditions page for a listing of our travel policies. All prices are subject to change until booked and ticketed. All monies are due in full on deposit, even if not paid in full, and some penalties may apply for cancellations based on the operator's policies and group penalties. As with most small island properties and vessels, cancellations are more of an issue so they have limited ability to fill unused spaces. We highly recommend trip insurance to help avoid any unnecessary problems. No refunds for missed flights or changes in plans. Trip insurance and diving insurance can be found at http://oceanicventures.com/travel-insurance/. Both Dive Assure/DAN and Travel Guard have a family plan. Diving Accident and Medical Insurance is required. Vessel and OVI travel releases are required. Please plan to bring a copy of your logbook, C-card, and diving insurance.
The passport must have at least 6 months' validity remaining prior to its expiration. No refunds for missed flights or boats.
Note: All guest spaces are reserved upon deposit. But unless a minimum number of guests sign up for the trip by the deadline, an Oceanic Ventures trip leader will not attend.
Air Arrangements
Airfare is not included. We can assist you with arrangements from your location. Your destination is Honiara, Solomon Islands
Transit Arrangements
Gererally In-Transit accommodations and transfers are not needed. If you need assistance with this, we would be happy to help.
Transfers
Transfers are included from the airport are included
Travel Notes
- An Oceanic Ventures Application/Travel Release is required at the time of booking
- A Resort Release is required by the final payment date
- We cannot guarantee a roommate unless you are booking together with someone, so plan on a single supplement.
- All prices are subject to change until booked and ticketed
- As with most boats and small island properties, cancellations are more of an issue, so they have limited ability to fill unused spaces. We always recommend trip insurance to help avoid any unnecessary problems. There are no refunds for missed flights or changes in plans. Travel Insurance (ie: comprehensive accident, medical, baggage and trip cancellation and interruption insurance) purchased at the time their reservation is made, may help protect guests from financial disappointment if they are prevented from making their scheduled trip due to illness or family illness, or in the event that unforeseen circumstances prevent the airline or yacht from making its scheduled trip.
- We require diving accident insurance. For your convenience, below are links to Dive Assure. Both organisations offer Travel Insurance and Dive Accident Insurance, which can be purchased via our website at https://oceanicventures.com/travel-insurance/. Both Dive Assure and Travel Guard have a family plan. Dive Assure is diving insurance and also has a travel insurance option.
- Please review the other terms and conditions. Please remember, making a deposit means you agree with the terms.
- Please plan to bring a copy of your logbook, C-card, and diving insurance.
- Passport must have a minimum of 6 months' validity prior to passport expiration
Travel Insurance
We highly recommend travel insurance to help cover you for unexpected events. We also recommend that you have coverage to help you in the event you need to leave for weather or other emergencies.
