Fiji Islands with Ocean Enterprises

2010 Date: April 15-24

San Diego’s largest dive center, Ocean Enterprises, is featuring this trip to scuba dive in Fiji, the “soft coral capital.” This trip includes 8 days at Beqa Lagoon Resort, a favorite amongst avid divers.

The most striking feature of Beqa Lagoon Resort is its seclusion. Only fifteen square kilometers, Beqa Island has no roads, no towns and only a few isolated villages scattered around the perimeter. The island is skirted by stretches of sandy beach laced with mysterious tide pools. Just behind the resort, the land slopes gently upward into a tropical forest. Further into the forest one comes across a fresh water stream descending from a waterfall just about a mile from the resort. Here the thick jungle vegetation occasionally gives way to patches of sweet potatoes, pineapples and taro root, but all in all, the land remains pristine. Tropical flowers bloom everywhere, and the tables at the resort are always filled with fresh cuttings.

The intimate resort features 25 deluxe, private air-conditioned villas (called bures) spread out beneath the lush tropical landscape. Each of these generously sized mini-suites are beautifully appointed with traditional island décor.

Surrounded by over 190 miles of spectacular coral, Beqa Lagoon is one of the world’s largest barrier reefs. Diving these calm protected waters is like exploring another world. The water is clear and warm, visibility is typically over 100 feet, currents are mild, and the water temperature stays a fairly constant 80 F (26.5 C). Many of the most spectacular dive sights are only a few minutes from shore, and if you stayed long enough, you could explore over 100 different sights! The Dive Masters at Beqa Lagoon have been diving in these waters since they were children and are some of the most caring people you ever meet. They know every reef and coral head, and if you stay close they will show you some of the most intriguing creatures ever: Blue Ribbon Eels, Clown Triggers, Lion Fish, Leaf Scorpions, Reef Sharks and millions of colorful Anthias and Fusiliers all abound in these waters.

Your trip escorts are Chuck and Roz Nicklin. Chuck is an icon in the dive industry, known best for his underwater cinematography career with numerous Hollywood credits. Chuck and Roz are experienced worldwide travelers with a wealth of knowledge and good humor to share with their fortunate travel companions.

Includes:

• International flights from LAX on Air Pacific
• 7 nights beachfront bure accommodation at Beqa Lagoon Resort
• 3 gourmet meals daily
• 5 days of 2-tank boat dives (plus shore diving)
• Bonus dives include two 1-tank afternoon reef boat dives, and a free shark dive upgrade on a reef boat dive day
• Transfers & taxes
• Non-motorized activities

Not included:

• Gratuities
• Beverages
• Personal expenses
• Extra activities
• Travel insurance
• Rental equipment
• Nadi day room on final day