Fiji and Beyond: Exploring the Rites and Relics of the Pacific
Explore through the heart of Melanesia to the western edge of Polynesia, from the Solomon Islands to Fiji. Receive warm welcomes in the Solomon Islands, Fiji, and Vanuatu. Be greeted with traditional dances when arriving by Zodiac on remote and verdant shores. Search for endemic bird species, snorkel and dive stunning reefs and wrecks, and soak up the tranquil beauty of palm-fringed beaches.
Highlights
Spot rare and colorful birds and flowers on Fiji’s spectacular “Garden Island,” Taveuni, and the lovely and less-visited Kadavu
Swim in the spectacular Matevulu Blue Hole grotto on Vanuatu’s Espiritu Santo Island
Arrive at Owaraha in the Solomon Islands for a series of traditional dances and music, then walk to see the island’s traditional spirit houses
Visit mysterious Ambrym Island in Vanuatu—known as a place of magic and spirits—and witness the traditional Rom dance
Join National Geographic Photography Expert Jonathan Kingston on the Feb. 11, 2024, departure
Jonathan Kingston
National Geographic Photography Expert
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$13,790
/ per person
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Join Tua Pittman on the Apr. 28, 2024, departure
Tua Pittman
Internationally-acclaimed Traditional Master Polynesian Navigator
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From
$13,790
/ per person
Join Tua Pittman on the Apr. 28, 2024, departure
Tua Pittman
Internationally-acclaimed Traditional Master Polynesian Navigator
View our brochure for more details
From
$13,790
/ per person
ASIA & PACIFIC: ROUND-TRIP AIR INCLUDED UP TO $5,000
Join Tua Pittman on the Apr. 28, 2024, departure
Tua Pittman
Internationally-acclaimed Traditional Master Polynesian Navigator
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Dates & Rates
Ships
National Geographic Orion
Guests
102
Cabins
53
An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific and its surrounding regions
Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in the South Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. With her high ice-class rating, National Geographic Orion is strong enough to explore the polar regions, yet her elevated maneuverability allows for navigation practically anywhere accessible by sea.
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Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
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