Ultimate Yasawa Sea Kayak Expedition

What's Included

• Accommodation
  6 nights camping

• 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 7 dinners

• Professional guides

• Hotel accommodation on a twin share basis

• Internal boat transfers

• Single sea kayaks (doubles on request), paddles, life jackets and safety equipment

• 2 person tents

• Group camping equipment

• Sleeping mats

• Watertight drybag

• Group first aid kit

• International flights

• Arrival and departure transfers

• Snorkelling equipment

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls etc.

• Meals not indicated in the itinerary

• Aerated and alcoholic drinks

• Tips

• Airport and departure taxes

• Travel insurance

• Visas

Accommodation

6 nights camping. The first night at our group hotel, Tanoa International Hotel Nadi, is comfortable and clean. The last night of the trip at Barefoot Manta resort is in simple private accommodation. Rooms are based on twin share although single supplements may be requested for an additional charge. Note: for single travellers, you will be matched with another person of the same gender. However if we can not match you up a compulsory single supplement will be applicable. A single supplement is available for the hotel nights in Nadi and the Barefoot Manta resort only. For the camping nights, a single tent can be provided for solo travellers at no extra charge (book in advance).

What You Carry

In your deckbag you will need to carry a light rainjacket, a warm jacket or thermal top, water bottle, camera gear, valuables and personal items such as sunscreen, lip balm etc.

Grading

This trip is designed for paddlers who have previous experience (intermediate paddling standards or higher). We will mostly paddle single kayaks but would like to have at least one double along for safety reasons. We ask that you prepare for the trip by doing some regular paddling prior to the trip. We will paddle loaded kayaks enabling us to be self-sufficient during the trip. The degree of difficulty of the trip will depend on the weather we encounter. The sea and weather conditions in the outer islands are predominantly stable but in windier conditions we may require a full days paddling. There will be at least two open water crossings with accompanying swell. An "average" paddling day will range from five to six hours and we mix in as much snorkelling and exploration walking as we can fit in. The approximate distance we expect to paddle is around 90 kilometres. We ask that all participants expect an adventure and we will amend the itinerary to take advantage of the weather and opportunities as they arise.
To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable paddling holiday your kayaking standard for paddling traditional sea kayaks with spray skirts should be of an intermediate level, combined with an adventurous attitude. Please note that you will be required to complete a kayak experience form when booking this trip.
The activity of paddling could be compared to brisk walking or cycling. The degree of difficulty of the trip will depend on the weather we encounter. The sea and weather conditions in the Yasawas are predominantly stable but some days may require a full days paddling due to prevailing winds and distances of approx. 11 - 20 km.
The fitter you are generally, the more you will enjoy the paddling and the greater your resistance to illness. It is a good idea to begin some form of regular exercise well before the trip. Walking, jogging, cycling, aerobics and swimming are all worthwhile methods for achieving a reasonable level of fitness. For paddling, the best exercise is paddling or swimming for developing upper body strength. If you can manage a half-day paddling a kayak on your local harbour or lake, albeit with stops along the way, you will cope with a moderate graded trip. Speed is not the essence; stamina, confidence and continuity are. To prepare for a paddling holiday we recommend you take every opportunity to hire/borrow a kayak and head out for a paddle on your local harbour. If you are unable to do any paddling, any upper body training such as swimming is highly recommended.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes internal boat transfers, starting with a boat transfer from Denarau marina to the Yasawa Islands. The Yasawa Flyer, a 267-passenger catamaran, will transport you to Tavewa Island. Small island boats will be used for further transfers.