Catalog: South Pacific Shore Tours
Company/Brand: P&O Cruises
p o cruise ships in South Pacific Shore Tours by P&O Cruises
to assist in your tour selection please note the symbols indicated in the ... to avoid dissapointment moderate level of activity on even terrain substantial ... level of activity eg extended standing in a ... boat or sitting in a water raft most active ... shore tours recommended only for those in top physical condition ... cane for limited mobility tours passengers with limited mobility must be able to ... get on/off coach bus/train/vessel/aircraft beach ... attire beach gear towel and sunscreen physically challenged guests while p&o cruises ... strives to make its shore tours programme available to all its guests some ...

train approximate duration 20 minutes puv-e hienghène is the land of the kanak ... people and in addition the stronghold of jean-marie djibaou the east coast of ... caledonia has the largest concentration of kanak people there are fewer caldoches ... land is less suited for cattle breeding or agriculture more than anywhere else on ... important to respect the custom of asking the owner s permission before ... venturing onto someone s property the symbol of hienghène is its hen ... the large mass of rock in the bay whose silhouette very ... with a friendly atmosphere in which its people still take the time to sit around and ...

hienghene outrigger lagoon cruise approximate duration 13/4 hours hng-d ... cruise the linderalique lagoon in a ... traditionally crafted polynesian outrigger canoe what you visit linderalique ... lagoon where your motorized outrigger canoe and local notes guide await ... main local buses are used attraction of the area towering rock formations ... transportation the sea your guide will point out the various magical shapes created ... rustic to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... some sunscreen and bottled water view point stop along the way to enjoy the ...

lifou has the wonderful charm of an island that has managed to preserve ... its own traditional kanak culture you ll stand ... there awestruck in front of all of its breathtakingly beautiful views ... is special in that it has a number of diversified landscapes the northern ... coast of the island is made up of high steep cliffs whilst the southern ... side has pristine white sand beaches with stunning ... 11/2 hours take a guided canoe tour on tranquil hienghène bay what you visit ... and without strong notes currents this particular part of the bay is often home and the ... breeding ground local buses are used of sea turtles your guide will point out ...

and the quayside bustles with activity one of the typical sights you may see is ... locals unloading sacks of copra that are crammed into towering ... piles in the copra sheds filling the whole ... santo beef timber and cocoa are the other main exports making this one of the ... busiest ports in vanuatu the town is located ... approximately one kilometre from the ship overlooking the ... s market selling handicrafts from all over espiritu santo walking into town about ... a 0.5 kilometre stroll you ll pass handicraft stalls and remnants of ... santo is becoming an increasingly popular destination with tourists because of ...

luganville lu1-a cultural activity park approximate duration at passenger s ... discretion lu1-b relax by the pool and enjoy the tranquil surrounds of the ... picturesque bokissa island resort what you visit ... mondooee you will be transferred to the peaceful bokissa island resort this secluded ... private island is one of vanuatu s premier resort hotels there is plenty of time ... white sandy beach swim in the resort s pool or just stroll around your own little ... island paradise photo opportunities the picturesque segond channel between luganville and ... bokissa island provides ample scenic photo opportunities this tour is also the ...

-d experience traditional village life on the island of espirito santo by ... locals learn a little about their way of life and witness a performance of local ... -bus for approximately notes 45 minutes out of town into the remote area of ... village you will be welcomed and guided on a tour through the village the village ... guide will explain the everyday uses of a variety rustic of native plants and ... and a string band as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... tropical waters surrounding the islands of vanuatu offer some of the best fishing ... in the world discover the delights of fishing on this half-day tour and learn ...

luganville certified dive the president coolidge approximate duration 21/2 ... hours lu1-f dive the world famous president coolidge the largest most intact and ... in the world what you visit the president coolidge the 654 foot 21,936-ton ... american vessel president coolidge was one of the last truly opulent vessels to be ... from 1931 to 1941 she sailed as a fine passenger liner along the sunshine route from san ... and manila in 1941 with the likelihood of america entering the european war the ... for all scuba equipment reinforcing pacific garrisons on the morning of 26th ... october 1942 the is provided president coolidge approached espiritu santo via ...

hours enjoy some quality time relaxing on a picturesque beach and swimming in the ... this sheltered beach boasts a stretch of clean white sand magnificent crystal- ... clear water and plenty of shade for you to stretch out and relax ... under photo opportunities you may want to consider bringing along ... available from the ship s gift shop or photo gallery refreshments a refreshing drink ... will be provided upon arrival at the beach any ... additional drinks may be purchased on location please bring local currency ... east for approximately 25 minutes past coconut plantations the chinese ... agricultural college and other places of interest to the delightful turtle grass ...

luganville relics of world war ii approximate duration 3 ... at the deco stop lodge at the end of the tour and make your own way back to ... ready to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... by non air-conditioned mini-bus will provide you with fascinating information on the ... history of luganville during world war ii discover ... base the largest american base in the pacific outside of hawaii these relics include ... old bomber airstrips tonnes of army equipment dumped into the sea the ... town itself that was the hub of the base and old bunkers and jails that ...

duration 31/2 hours come along on a guided exploration of the north ... eastern coast of espiritu santo this tour offers the ... combination of swimming at a magnificent blue hole and ... being surrounded by tropical trees and plants being about 50-metres across and 18- ... the brightest azure with a clarity of colour that is truly amazing port orly ... ideal for the avid snorkeller photo opportunities capture the images of the surrounding ... tropics the vibrant colour of the blue hole and the seclusion of the ... white sand beach on this exclusive half-day tour ... refreshments please bring bottled water with you a resort ...

noumea luganville escape to oyster island lu1-o approximate duration 3 ... hours escape to the tranquil surrounds of an idyllic white sand beach on oyster ... island privately nestled within the serene warm waters ... of north-east espiritu santo island what ... you visit oyster island departing the wharf by non air- ... the azure lagoon to the seclusion of oyster island upon arrival you will be greeted ... string band before your guide leads you on a brief but scenic stroll across the ... island to a private beach of soft white sand sunbathe or swim and ... snorkel in the crystal clear waters and over the coral reef located just a short ...

hour 30 minute flight noumea nou-d myth of the kanak culture approximate duration ... 21/2 hours nou-e discover the pacific region s rich and varied indigenous ... by world famous architect renzo piano what you visit tjibaou cultural centre ... centre is a harmonious alliance of traditional and modern indigenous new ... world standard exhibits and collections of both kanak and pacific cultures the ... centre was named in recognition of the late kanak leader jean marie ... tjibaou hear fascinating tales of kanak myths and folklore whilst your ... you through the shaded flora lined pathway leading to the three imposing ...

gardens bird sanctuary forest park approximate duration 21/2 hours nou-i ... escape to the tranquility of the hills overlooking the city of noumea at an elevation of ... 548 feet the parc forestier covers 85-acres of which 20- ... acres are open to visitors including 5-acres of ponds ... lakes that are home to a large variety of wild and domestic birds what you visit ... parc forestier in the company of a specialist guide set off at an easy ... pace along well marked level walkways ... through this peaceful sanctuary that offers a natural look at the flora together ... with the animal and birdlife of the south pacific among the many ...

coral atoll just 18-kilometres south of noumea amedee island is the next best ... thing to paradise spoil yourself with an all-inclusive ... day at one of new caledonia s most renowned island ... by luxury vessel you ll step ashore on the picture post-card perfect amedee ... sandy beaches with ample shaded areas pathways criss-crossing the island a children s ... playground and crystal clear water boasting an ... abundant array of colourful coral and fish species at a ... may choose to join the transfer vessel on a short journey across the deep blue ... waters to the exterior of the lagoon where an enthralling shark ...

the gym for today and head to the peninsular foreshores for a pleasurable work-out ... combined with downtown scenes a hill or two plus the glorious bays and beaches ... of noumea what you visit anse vata after ... way around the scenic bays and beaches of noumea time permitting you will be able ... to stop at this picturesque beach for a quick swim some shopping or ... a drink and snack at one of the sidewalk cafés remember to bring ... bring along a bag with your towel and other personal items in it or if you make any ... purchases at anse vata s shops it can be carried ... in the back-up vehicle photo opportunities there will be ample stops made for both ...

trail approximate duration 3 hours nou-o the world s largest lagoon second ... waters and mineral rich hills the only way to gain a true perspective of this ... breathtakingly scenic flight whisks you over the harbour the city centre resort ... properties and the bays and beaches with their ... lacey fringe of reefs this tour is an absolute must for ... photographers if you re looking for fresh air and ... and raw mineral rich hills views of tropical waters beaches and the city ... only a 25-minute transfer ride notes away ... a short safety briefing before you head off along the trail into the mount koghis ... this wonderful natural trail was originally used by the early settlers who mined ...

noumea glass bottom boat nou-p approximate duration 11/4 hours join ... your friendly crew on a 45-minute cruise out to duck island s surrounding marine ... you will be able to view a wide variety of colourful fish and coral through the ... bottom viewing chamber and join in on a fish feeding demonstration what you ... terminal building you will travel tour participation is by air-conditioned bus on a non- ... join limited during your friendly crew on a 45-minute cruise out to duck island s ... voyages that do not view a wide variety of colourful fish and coral through the ... glass bottom partake include a full-day in the opportunity ...

approximate duration 1 hour 30 minutes on jet ski noumea nou-r tree to tree ... 3 hours nou-t take the controls of a 750cc horse power 2-seater jet ski ... and with your instructor set off to explore part of the world s largest ... adjacent to the ship docked in the picturesque harbour what you visit participate in ... an adrenalin-pumping 30-minute ride on a jet ski in noumea s picturesque ... your ride you will be asked to exchange places with your pillion rider in order to ... share the thrill of twisting and turning through the waves ... with the profile of noumea in the background refreshments ...

duration 2 hours noumea nou-v on the trail of the convicts approximate ... hours nou-w this exciting tour combines one of noumea s favourite beachside ... locations with one of its most popular social venues all located in the ... beaches you ll arrive at lemon bay a popular area among the locals of noumea the ... white sandy beach is just over the road from a number of boutique ... kick back and relax with a great coffee or gelato you ll have approximately 11/2 ... hours to browse the shops or relax on the beach and swim in the warm clear ... water photo opportunities the beach backdrop of lemon bay will ...

notes to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... the last remaining monarch in the south pacific reigns over his loyal polynesian ... the king the hereditary descendant of the paramount chief is just one ... manifestation of how tongans have managed to hold on ... literally translated as abode of love nuku alofa is the capital and ... largest town of tonga and is home to the tongan royal ... family here you can be sure of a warm welcome as the tongan people are ... and keen to share the secrets of their beautiful land explore this ...

31/2 hours tbu-a combine an informative overview of nuku alofa with the exploration of ... day experience what you visit the royal palace home of his majesty king taufa ahau ... tupou iv a photo stop will be made outside the palace gates royal tombs where the ... founder of modern tonga is at rest king george ... tupou i captain cook s landing place the site where captain james cook the ... great english explorer landed on 30th april 1777 ancient burial tombs ... the burial tomb of ancient tongan kings its construction ... is where you will relax and enjoy the picturesque view and atmosphere of the fanga uta ...

port vila nuku alofa swim snorkel tonga ... duration 31/2 hours tbu-f come along on this half day tour visiting two of nuku ... visit secret cove snorkel swim sunbathe or simply kick back and relax under the ... shade of a palm tree at this secluded white sand beach ... location ha atafu beach one of tonga s renowned surf beaches time is ... permitted to kick back and watch the surfers ... a thirst-quenching refreshment is provided at the picturesque ha atafu beach the ... substantial dock and port area of port vila overlooks a natural harbour and ... beyond to beautiful coastal views of the township an attractive scene with ...

port vila round island safari approximate ... duration 8 hours port vila vli-e private vehicle hire car class approximate ... duration 7 hours vli-f notes please note that travel completely around the ... island of efate to combine a comprehensive day of ... sightseeing with the unique opportunity to witness the time-honoured ... traditional art of custom firewalking what you visit ... bay simply to stretch your legs take photographs or go for a quick refreshing swim sunma ... seats in readiness for the firewalking performance learn of the tradition the sacrifices ... and the preparation the men undertake prior to this ritual a private vehicle is the ...

port vila a taste of vila approximate duration 2 hours 20 ... minutes port vila vli-i crystal blue beach ... shoulders with the locals guests from one of the resorts and your friends from ... the ship as we taste the brews of vanuatu in four different downtown bars ... notes a minimum participation age of 18 years applies tour may operate in ... reverse order to make your day as enjoyable as ... possible please ensure that you wear comfortable flat- ... bottled wate what you visit a selection of four local pubs and bars are visited ... the waterfront bar a traditional fare open-style bar is located by the waters edge enjoy ...

port vila lagoon cruise approximate duration 21/2 hours port ... vila vli-k paradise cove sail snorkel approximate duration ... 4 hours vli-l enjoy a leisurely cruise on the lagoon your vessel the barge ... lagoon with full commentary and great photo opportunities see private homes ... drive to your lagoon vessel the barge onboard you will be welcomed with a blue lagoon ... before beginning your full commentary cruise down the lagoon photo opportunities be ... sure to take your camera onboard to capture the flora bungan trees and ... villagers viewed onshore along the way refreshments a welcome ...

port vila underwater marine experience ... approximate duration 45 minutes port vila vli-m paraflying approximate ... life and not get wet you can by means of this compact semi-submersible craft ... craft for easy viewing what you visit port vila harbour view the marine life from ... the comfort of this bubble-like vessel the skipper ... will manoeuvre the craft over the reef and point out the various ... species of fish for more harbour views after the ... available topside the choice is yours photo opportunities check with the ship s ... photographer to ensure you have the most suitable ... the semi-submarine refreshments none provided please bring bottled water with you ...

port vila glass bottom boat snorkel safari ... approximate duration 2 hours port vila vli-o port vila golf country club ... approximate duration 41/2 hours vli-pa tee-off for a game of golf with the ... comfort of knowing that should your travel ... companion not want to play golf for a `partner-price they can accompany you notes and relax ... the adjacent 19th hole what you visit port vila golf country club the port vila ... mele bay with an 18-hole golf course of international standard challenging for ... and experienced golfers alike this package includes transfers club hire green fees ...

port vila port vila golf country club non-playing ... notes to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... along some sunscreen and bottled water port vila reef fishing vli-pb approximate ... your travel companion is busy with the other 18 holes at the port vila golf country ... club what you visit port vila golf country club is set near ... whilst your travel companion golfs photo opportunities capture images of ... picturesque port vila harbour the town centre coastal ... a welcome drink will be served on arrival at the club casual meals and ...

port vila village adventure circle island ... approximate duration 8 hours port vila vli-r jet boat adventure ... approximate duration 1 hour vli-t often said to be the highlight of the cruise ... seniors alike this comprehensive tour offers the near perfect mix of sightseeing ... up the river in stable handmade canoes paddled by traditional warriors you ll be met ... allowed to explore the village meet the people and browse for handicrafts banana bay ... simply to stretch your legs take photographs or go for a quick refreshing swim photo ... opportunities klemm s hill is a wonderful photo ...

port vila introductory scuba dive the twin ... featuring the underwater world now put yourself in that picture no previous ... bommies arriving at the harbourside padi dive school all student divers will be ... instructed by the dive instructor on all dive and safety equipment and ... procedures before being fitted with dive gear this ... session will take place in keeping with the padi approved ... safety handrails attached to the hull of the dive boat and will conclude with a ... quick test once the dive notes instructor has ... equipment explore the reef the duration of the dive is approximately 30 minutes ... averages is provided 6-7 metres maximum of 12-metres in depth and the ratio of ...

port vila certified scuba dive the twin ... dive vli-x vila is renowned for the proximity of its well acclaimed dive sites enjoy ... a 45minute dive in one of the area s renowned dive sites the twin ... bommies arriving at the harbourside padi dive school all divers will be re- ... with all dive and safety equipment/procedures before being fitted with dive gear you ... known as the twin bommies most species of tropical fish are found at this site ... divers the depth ranges from 10-metres on top of the reef to 18-metres over the ... edge of the drop-off photo opportunities this is the perfect time to experiment ... with underwater photography purchase a single-use underwater camera from the ...

port vila sea kayaking approximate duration ... 4 hours port vila vli-y cascade waterfall abseil ... vli-z this glass-bottom-kayak adventure offers a unique sea kayaking experience along ... vila s scenic coastline and out to a small island where you ll swim in ... will be taken along the coastal road to picturesque mele beach following your guide you ll ... paddle your glass bottom kayak out from the beach to a small coral island ... and the chance to discover the beauty of the magnificent coral gardens below ... before paddling back to the mainland photo opportunities there are plenty of photo ...

31/2 hours suva suv-c navua river cruise namuamua village approximate duration ... fijian village where you will have the opportunity to meet the locals see where they live ... and learn of the traditional customs that have been ... what you visit waikete village on arrival the friendly villagers come ... dress escort you to the village meeting place to join the village chief and other ... calls to suva on a men-folk in the customary preparation ... of kava a fijian ceremonial drink learn ... sunday or public about fijian history and way of life ... -day tour guarantees you an experience of the `real fiji board motorized river ...

appetite in the lush green rainforest of suva s forest park enjoy a guided bush ... walk to a fresh water mountain pool nestled amongst the flora and fauna of ... the rainforest what you visit forest park located in the dense bush-clad ... mountains behind suva forest park is where suva s nature is at its best ... lush tropical rainforest is interrupted only by the walking paths that weave their ... way through the park enjoy a guided walk along the ... mountainous paths until you reach the lower pools at the ... base of a cascading waterfall some time is ... allowed to swim in the fresh water pools before your trek resumes through the ...

31/2 hours suva suv-i the jewel of fiji approximate duration 6 hours suv-j ... this tour guarantees you an experience of the `real fiji be transferred to ... dances and thrill to the sound of the local school children as they ... hour tour guarantees you an experience of the `real fiji board motorized river ... boats for an exhilarating cruise along gentle rapids through deep gorges ... by cascading waterfalls to the village of koromakawa where you ll experience a ... boat ride ends at koromakawa village on the banks on the navua river the ... and experience first-hand the workings of a traditional fijian village photo ...

duration 61/2 hours the vava u pronounced vah-vow group of islands lies 240 ... kilometres 150 miles north of tongatapu and is the northernmost of ... groups it is fairly isolated and many of the local people live a traditional ... subsistence lifestyle owning small farms and serving most of their ... needs from what they produce this group of 50 or so thickly wooded islands has ... excellent diving with visibility often as much as 30 metres 100 feet vava u ... is also popular for the fabulous beaches swimming ... see and do in and around vava u vava u offers something for everyone and the local ...

duration 3 hours vav-b vava u is one of a few places in the world where you can ... in calm inland waters experience this once in a lifetime opportunity with ... watch enjoy a boat ride through the pristine inland water-ways of the vava u island ... to snorkel with them you may have the opportunity to get to within four metres of these ... escorts sing their songs a stunning once-in-a-lifetime experience photo opportunities this is ... a perfect opportunity to capture images of the magnificent whales breaching and ... camera feel free to take underwater photos of the graceful humpback whales stop by ... the ship s photo gallery or gift shop to purchase a single-use ...

duration 6 hours vav-f vava u offers world class sports fishing with marlin ... sailfish tuna and mahi mahi get a taste of the excitement by going fishing with ... some friends on professional boats with experienced crews what you ... 600 to 1000-metres in depth your day out will be spent trawling lures and baits ... it is likely that you may catch any one of several other pelagic species all ... class ranging from 30lb to 130lb line photo opportunities remember to bring along ... your camera to capture a shot of the one that didn t get away lunch and ... refreshments a packed lunch with bottled water or soft drink ...

6 hours va v a u vav-g sailing dinghy on vava u harbour approximate duration 1 ... hour vav-h explore the beauty of vava u s islands close-up and at a ... leisurely pace during a fullday guided kayak tour ... made along the way for you to enjoy a packed lunch and explore just a few of the ... many pristine beaches and swimming areas vava u ... boasts kayak through caves and over colourful coral reefs teeming with ... non airconditioned bus to the nearby picturesque tongan beach resort assigned a kayak ... kayaks are available you will head out into the stunning vava u group of ... islands going ashore on tapana island you will have some time ...

duration 3 hours vav-i vava u offers some spectacular snorkelling in calm ... swallows cave a magnificent creation of limestone approximately 30-metres in ... diameter and housing an abundance of swallow birds enjoy the adventure of ... exploring the inside and outside of swallows cave while you swim amongst ... coral reef the second location will be one of a selection of idyllic spots rest ... and you can swim amongst the clams and other spectacular life that the ocean around ... vava u has to offer photo opportunities this is the perfect opportunity to ... experiment with underwater photography stop by the ship s photo gallery or ...

va v a u scenic drive and nonu tapa production approximate duration 3 hours va v a u ... vav-l euakafa island the garden of eden approximate duration 6 hours vav-m ... rustic to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable ... enjoy the scenic drive to a mulberry plantation that renders the famous tongan tapa ... the tapa cloth being made tour a nonu production plant and watch the process of ... producing the nonu juice well known throughout ... the world for its anti-oxidant properties what you visit mulberry plantation ... -lined routes and see the magnificent plantations that produce the tapa cloth a stop will ...

a skippered sailing trip around the picturesque vava u islands you ll be taken to an ... idyllic location where you can relax on the deserted beach or swim and snorkel ... the lava formations hiking to the top of the island s highest peak your guide ... the sweeping vistas from the top of the peak are breathtaking the optional ... hike to the top of the mountain is approximately 30- ... and is recommended for those in top physical condition port mourrelle a calm ... protected bay you can partake in swimming or snorkelling or kick back ... on the beach under the shade of a tree although sightings cannot be ...

questions and answers q what type of ground transportation is used for tours ... transportation available to us in each of the ports air-conditioned equipment is ... cases the transportation used will be open-air buses mini-vans or taxis questions and ... answers q what type of clothing should i wear while on tour or ... in a port a the ports visited on your cruise will vary in temperature from tropical ... mild given the warm conditions in most of the ports we highly suggest you wear ... to bring your binoculars and camera and please pack extra film as it is often quite ... you will be visiting whenever you plan on going ashore we highly encourage you ...

when the bookings for the tours in that port close and we notify the local operators ... of the final tour requirements you may ... cancel a tour if it is prior to the closing time whether you reserve ... a tour in advance or book onboard we cannot cancel a tour if it is past ... closing time nor can we refund tours on which you choose not to go questions ... and answers q on sports fishing tours do i get to keep ... the fish i catch a no p&o s fishing tours are part of a `catch ... and release programme or are kept by the tour boat crew q is ...

questions and answers · · keep a low profile dress and behave conservatively be ... we believe will enhance the enjoyment of your cruise specialinform at i o n ... in selling tickets including coupons or vouchers or otherwise promoting or ... for shore tours whether for air land or local water transportation tours sports ... or any other recreational activities shore ... accommodations or meals or for any service facility or activity ... other than onboard p&o s cruise ships p&o acts only as agent for the independent ... tour operator supplying such tours or services participation by a passenger ...

s pecialinform at i o n personal possessions coats wraps umbrellas cameras handbags ... travelling bags and similar personal articles remain at all times throughout ... the tour under the passenger s custody and control be careful that ... you do not leave your possessions unattended at any time in the car or ... you are travelling specialinform at i o n vehicle hire and driving overseas ... before hiring cars motorbikes or mopeds at any of the ports of call we ... ask you to carefully consider your own driving experience and skills in the ... context of the traffic conditions and driving ... yourself regarding the condition of the vehicle to be hired and standards ...