You can explore volcanic islands, reefs and lagoons. Discover fascinating jungles, rain forests, and sea life. Including the most poisonus snake in the world, the Sea Snake. Or, visit ancient native cultures who can still remember the days when they were head hunters. The snorkeling and diving are great, and the sailing superb. This voyage to the exotic South Pacific will provide some of the most exciting and unique Expedition Opportunities available anywhere. Included are exotic locals such as:

Booking passage on one of our exotic expeditions is the easiest and most economical way to experience your life long dream of exploration and adventure. This is an ideal way to actually participate as a crew member in the adventure of a lifetime. Experienced or not, you will receive all the training and support necessary to be an active member of the Expedition. Your Captain has over 250,000 miles of sea experience and has enjoyed great success working with novice crew and experienced sailors alike.

Join us for a week or more, for any leg you choose. We will visit some of the most exotic and beautiful destinations in the world. The exact schedule and dates will be established based on booking demand for the various legs.

California to Hawaii - 2 weeks

Depart California from beautiful Ventura Harbor and sail past the Channel Islands to experience the classic Trans-Pac crossing of the blue Pacific Ocean. Instead of Honolulu, our first port of call will be Hilo on the big island of Hawaii. This passage requires a commitment of 2 weeks or more. This booking will be based on a flat rate for 14 days.

Hilo to Hanalei Hawaii - 3 weeks

There will be 3 one week legs as our ship explores all of the main Hawaiian Islands. The 3 legs will be: Hilo to Lahaina, Lahaina to Honolulu, and Honolulu to Hanalei Bay on the beautiful island of Kauai. As in previous expeditions, we will be hoping to observe the wonderful Humpback Whales at close quarters, swim with the playful Spinner Dolphin, and feed the fish by hand while snorkeling inside the crater of a submerged volcano at Molukini Island. Three, one week (7 day) legs.

Hanalei Hawaii to the Cook Islands - 2 weeks

Cross the equator on a sailing ship. This voyage into the South Pacific is highlighted by brief stops at Palmyra and Christmas Island. These desert islands are in a small group of islands just north of the equator. They provide a very interesting jump off point from which to cross the equator and enter the romantic South Pacific. This booking will be based on a flat rate for 14 days.

Cook Islands

Located south of the equator and just west of French Polynesia, the Cook Islands still have the feel of a remote tropical paradise. If you enjoy exploring places that are off the beaten path the Cooks will charm you with the feel of an age gone by.

Cook Islands to Tonga - 1 week

This leg offers a unique transformation from busy western culture. When you get off the plane in the Cooks to meet the expedition you will think you have landed on another planet. You will join the expedition as we are provisioning and preparing to sail further south. We will stop briefly as we sail through the Cooks and then turn west toward the enchanted islands of Tonga. This booking will be based on a flat rate for 7 days.

Tonga Islands

The Tongan Islanders are famous for their charming hospitality. You will never meet more friendly and happy people. The Tonga Islands are beautiful and offer some of the finest snorkeling and diving anywhere in the world. Our first port of call will be NukuÕalofa on the island of Tongatapu followed by the exploration of the southern islands. Next, our expedition turns north to explore the Ha'apai Group. On to the Island of Vava'u and the Vava'u Group to explore the wondrous microcosm of small islands, reefs, and the sheltered water world famous for its charms.

Tonga to Fiji 1-week

You will join the expedition as we are provisioning and preparing to sail further into the Southwest Pacific. We will stop briefly as we sail through the Tongan Islands on our journey west toward the Fiji Islands and Suva. With hundreds of islands, the complete exploration of Fiji could take years of return visits. This booking will be based on a flat rate for 7 days.

Fiji Islands

The Fiji Islanders have a history as head hunters and they still adhere to their proud and traditional tribal culture. Visiting a Fijian village still requires an invitation and permission from the chief. Depending on how you count islands, you will discover over 700 islands in Fiji. With several different island groups, Fiji offers many diverse experiences. From the deadly but benign sea snakes, to the incredible diversity of tropical fish, to the world famous surfing locations.

Fiji to Vanuatu - 1 week

You will join the expedition as we are provisioning and preparing to sail further west into the South Pacific. We will stop briefly as we sail through the Fiji Islands on our journey west toward Vanuatu. This is a journey into parts of the South Pacific that are still very remote and off the beaten path. This booking will be based on a flat rate for 7 days.

Vanuatu Islands

Located just east of New Guinea, the Solomons and New Caledonia, the many islands of the Vanuatu Archipelago offer a unique opportunity to explore a remote and lightly traveled part of the South Pacific. Starting at E'fate', the expedition will set out on our local voyage of adventure and discovery in this remote tropical paradise known as Vanuatu.

Please Note: Rates do not include air fair, ground transportation to the vessel, or shore based expenses. Also, gratuities for your professional crew are not included and are normal and customary. In the tradition of many parts of the world today, a value added tax of 15% will be added to your booking and collected with your final balance. All reservations require a 50% deposit with the balance due a minimum of 90 days prior to your booking dates. Booking days are sailing days or days on the boat in port or at anchor. They are 24 hours, noon to noon.

No refunds: Unforeseen circumstances make expedition details subject to change. Dealing with hardship and inconvenience such as route and schedule changes, and mechanical breakdowns, is a normal part of the adventure during any expedition. In the case of unforeseen cancellation of any leg, due to severe weather, political problems, or complete mechanical breakdown, expedition members will receive credit to be used in the rescheduling of other legs or future expeditions. Prices are subject to change without notice.

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Updated: 8 November 2003