Capt Cook Cruises Super Saver Combo: Day Sail + Dinner Cruise

Tivua Island is the star here: you sail out on a tall ship, spend about five hours with kayaks, paddleboards, snorkelling and a barbecue lunch, then return to Denarau for a separate sunset dinner cruise. It is a full serving of Fiji by sea, with more to do than simply sit on a beach.

I like the easy hotel transfers and the fact that your day includes lunch, tea, drinks and water equipment without a string of small extra charges. I also like the choice of splitting the outings over two days, which gives the island visit room to breathe and lets the sunset cruise feel like its own occasion.

The main caution is stamina. Doing both sailings on one day can make for a long stretch on the water, and alcohol is included on the island but not as part of the standard dinner cruise package. The dinner cruise also does not operate on Mondays.

Key points to know before booking

• Tivua Island gets five hours: You have time for snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, a glass-bottom boat tour, volleyball, swimming and quiet hammock time.
• The tall ship ride takes 1 hour 15 minutes each way: The sailing is part of the attraction, but the day is not a quick island shuttle.
• Island food and drinks are included: Morning tea, afternoon tea, barbecue lunch, unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are provided during the island visit.
• The evening cruise adds a second kind of Fiji: Expect a three-hour sunset sailing with dinner, a welcome drink and live cultural entertainment.
• Two days usually makes better sense: You can do both trips in one day, but separating them gives you a less tiring schedule.
• Coral Coast transfers cost extra: Pickup is included from Nadi and Denarau hotels and resorts, while Coral Coast transfers are not part of the island fare.

A two-part Fiji day on the water

The Super Saver Combo joins two quite different outings. The first is active and island-based. The second is slower, social and built around sunset, dinner and Fijian performance.

At the listed price of $202.73 per person, you are paying for a substantial amount of food, transport, equipment and entertainment. That makes the package easier to justify than buying a bare boat transfer and then paying separately for lunch, snorkelling gear and activities. The value is strongest if you plan to use the included offerings rather than spend the whole island visit in a hammock.

You can schedule both sailings on the same day, or spread them over two days. I would normally choose two days. The island outing begins with a morning pickup and includes a 1 hour 15 minute sail each way, followed by five hours on Tivua. Adding a three-hour evening cruise to that schedule can turn a pleasant holiday day into a test of endurance.

The combo suits couples, families and groups who want an organized day at sea rather than a quiet, private boat charter. It also works well for a first visit to Fiji because you get a taste of open-water sailing, a small island, reef activities, a barbecue meal and cultural entertainment in one booking.

From your hotel to Port Denarau

Pickup is offered from Nadi and Denarau hotels or resorts. The coach transfer brings you to Port Denarau, where you board the tall ship for the outward sailing.

The stated start time is 10:00 a.m., though one account describes a 9:00 a.m. resort pickup and a short series of nearby resort stops before reaching the port. Your exact pickup time depends on your hotel, so check the confirmation carefully and be ready early.

Port Denarau is the practical starting point, but the trip feels properly underway once the ship leaves the marina and heads toward Tivua. The 1 hour 15 minute sail gives you time to settle in, watch the coast recede and enjoy the onboard welcome. Morning tea is included, and the crew provide drinks and snacks during the day.

This is not the fastest way to reach an island, and that is part of the appeal. If you want maximum time on land with the shortest possible transfer, a high-speed boat trip may suit you better. If you like the idea of the boat ride itself, the tall ship adds ceremony and atmosphere before you even reach Tivua.

Five hours on Tivua Island

Tivua gives you a useful mix of organized activity and free time. You are not locked into one schedule all day. You can spend the morning in the water, join a guided activity, have lunch, then slow down under a cabana or in a hammock.

The included water choices are a strong part of the package:

• Guided snorkelling with the resident marine biologist
• Kayaking
• Stand-up paddleboarding
• Glass-bottom boat tours
• Volleyball
• Use of snorkelling equipment

The marine biologist-led snorkelling is especially useful if you want more than a quick look at the reef. You can ask questions while seeing the area, and the guided format gives less confident swimmers a clear place to start. One memorable account describes seeing several friendly sharks while kayaking. That detail should not be read as a guarantee of wildlife sightings, but it shows that the water can offer more than colorful fish.

The glass-bottom boat is a good backup if you prefer to stay dry, or if you have children who are not ready for extended snorkelling. Kayaks and paddleboards let you set your own pace, while volleyball gives the group a land-based option after time in the water.

A guided herbal medicine hunt with a biologist adds a small educational layer to the beach day. It is an unusual touch for a package that could otherwise be just lunch and water sports. You also have bathrooms, showers, hammocks and shaded cabanas, so the island is set up for a full day rather than a short photo stop.

The reviews point to the crew as a major part of the mood. Singing, dancing and informal help from staff such as Wise and Sala have made the day feel personal for some visitors. The style is lively rather than silent and exclusive. If you like music, group participation and a friendly crew, this will likely add to the fun. If you are hoping for a remote, quiet island with no organized entertainment, you may find the activity level a little high.

Lunch, tea and the island bar

Food is included in a way that makes the day easier. You receive morning tea, afternoon tea and a barbecue lunch, with coffee and tea available as well.

The lunch is described as fresh and plentiful, and the barbecue format fits the setting. You do not need to leave the island to find food, and you can return to the beach activities without planning around a restaurant booking.

The island package also includes unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. This is a real value point, especially for a five-hour stay in the sun. You should still pace yourself, since the day involves swimming, paddling and time outdoors. It is also worth noting the distinction between the two cruises: included alcoholic drinks apply to the island experience, while alcoholic drinks on the sunset dinner cruise are available to purchase.

A lobster upgrade can be requested, but it is not part of the standard price. Spa treatments on the island and reef day sail are also extra. Those additions may appeal if you want a more indulgent outing, but the basic package already covers the core island experience.

Returning to Denarau before sunset

After the island stay, the ship sails back to Denarau. If you book the combo across two days, you return to your resort and have a chance to rest, change and enjoy a normal evening before the dinner cruise.

That break matters. The island outing combines an early start, transfers, two long sailing periods and five hours of activity. A separate day lets you remember the island for its snorkelling and relaxed pace, rather than rushing through a shower before dinner.

You can still take both sailings on the same day if your schedule is tight. The advantage is efficiency: one day covers a major island trip and a sunset dinner. The cost is energy, and one account specifically recommends separating the events because doing both can feel tiring.

Sunset sailing around Nadi Bay

The dinner cruise lasts about three hours and leaves from the Denarau area. You sail around Nadi Bay and, weather permitting, watch the tropical sunset from the water.

The evening has a different rhythm from the island trip. Instead of choosing between snorkelling and kayaking, you settle in for a barbecue dinner, views, music and Fijian cultural entertainment. Traditional singing and dancing are part of the program, so this is not just a meal served on a moving boat.

You receive a welcome drink, dinner, coffee or tea and live entertainment. Alcoholic drinks beyond the included welcome drink are available to buy. Keep that in mind when comparing the advertised combo price with the final amount you might spend on board.

Sunset quality depends on weather, and no cruise can promise a perfect sky. Still, the setting gives the evening a clear purpose. You are not merely eating in a restaurant near the resort. You are moving through Nadi Bay as the light changes, with the coast and water providing the backdrop.

The dinner cruise has earned particularly warm praise for its sunset, food and evening performance. It can work well as a birthday outing, a couple’s evening or a gentle final night activity. One practical warning: the dinner cruise does not run on Mondays, so check your dates before choosing the two-day option.

What the price includes, and what it does not

At $202.73 per person, the combo is not a budget boat ride. It is a full package with transport, two cruises, an island stop, meals, refreshments, equipment and entertainment.

For the day sailing, the price covers:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Nadi and Denarau resorts
• The tall ship trip to and from Tivua
• Morning and afternoon tea
• Barbecue lunch
• Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks on the island
• Snorkelling gear and the listed island activities
• Live music from the crew
• Cultural elements such as the herbal medicine walk

For the evening sailing, it covers:

• A welcome drink
• Barbecue dinner
• Coffee and tea
• Live Fijian cultural entertainment
• The three-hour cruise

The value improves if you would otherwise pay separately for an island transfer, lunch, water equipment, drinks and a cultural dinner. The package also removes the need to coordinate two different operators.

The limitations are straightforward. Coral Coast transfers for the island day cost extra. Alcoholic drinks on the dinner cruise are not included, and lobster, spa treatments and other upgrades cost more. Read the wording carefully if your main reason for booking is an open bar, because that benefit belongs to the island day, not the evening cruise.

Who will enjoy this, and who may not

I would recommend the combo to you if you want a broad, easy-to-organize Fiji experience and like having choices once you reach the island. It is particularly useful for:

• Couples wanting one active day and one romantic sunset evening
• Families who need several activity options in one place
• First-time Fiji visitors who want to combine reef time with cultural entertainment
• People who enjoy boats and do not mind long sailing periods
• Anyone who values included meals, transfers and drinks

You should think twice if you dislike group activities, prefer a very quiet beach or want a short excursion. The group can reach up to 100 people, so the atmosphere is social rather than private. Most people can participate, but the package involves boat travel, water activities and time in the sun.

If you are choosing between one day and two, I would spend the island day on its own and schedule the dinner cruise separately. You will have more energy for the reef, and the sunset meal will feel like a fresh event rather than the final act of a long day.

Practical details for a smoother day

Confirmation is provided when you book. Give the operator your dietary requirements at booking time, since specific dietary options are available.

Bring a swimsuit, sun protection and something dry to wear for the evening cruise if you are taking both trips on the same day. The provided showers and bathrooms make changing on the island possible, but the schedule will still feel tight.

Hotel pickup is a useful feature, especially if you are staying in Denarau or Nadi. Coral Coast pickup comes with an additional charge for the island and reef day sailing. The activity ends back at the meeting point after the relevant cruise, with hotel drop-off included for the standard pickup areas.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that period are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Super Saver Combo?

Book it if you want a generous, activity-filled taste of Fiji with the details handled for you. The strongest reasons are the five-hour Tivua visit, the wide choice of water activities, the included island lunch and drinks, and the lively crew-led entertainment. The separate sunset cruise adds a more polished evening without requiring another booking.

I would choose the two-day format whenever possible. You get the full value of both outings without turning the island visit into an endurance event. If you have only one free day, the combo still works, but set realistic expectations: you will be busy from morning into the evening.

FAQ

Where does the Super Saver Combo begin?

The experience begins with pickup from a Nadi or Denarau hotel or resort, followed by a coach transfer to Port Denarau.

How long is the sail to Tivua Island?

The tall ship sailing from Port Denarau to Tivua Island takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

How long do you spend on Tivua Island?

The island portion lasts about five hours.

What activities are available on Tivua Island?

You can use snorkelling equipment, join guided snorkelling, kayak, use stand-up paddleboards, take a glass-bottom boat tour, play volleyball and join a guided herbal medicine walk.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A barbecue lunch is included, along with morning tea and afternoon tea.

Are drinks included on the island?

Yes. Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are included during the Tivua Island visit, along with coffee and tea.

Is dinner included on the sunset cruise?

Yes. The sunset cruise includes a barbecue dinner and a welcome drink.

Are alcoholic drinks included during the dinner cruise?

No. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase during the sunset dinner cruise.

Can the two cruises be taken on different days?

Yes. You can take both sailings on one day or spread them over two days. The dinner cruise does not operate on Mondays.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup and drop-off are included from Nadi and Denarau hotels and resorts. Coral Coast transfers for the island and reef day sailing cost extra.