Any ports of entry in the eastern islands of Fiji?

[dustman]

Is there anywhere to check in to Fiji in the eastern islands? I'd like to spend most of my time in the eastern islands, and it seems like you have to go all the way to main islands to check in then go all the way back east against the prevailing winds.

[Rucksta]

Levuka?

[Tupaia]

I think Savusavu is the furthest east. I think they have introduced pre arrival requirements. Maybe check Noonsite for latest info.

[GordMay]

Application for cruising permit shall either be submitted through an agent, or made personally at theiTaukei offices in Lautoka or Suva yourself.

All yachts and small crafts arriving into Fiji from overseas must first report to a Customs Port of Entry. The Ports of Entry, through which you must arrive, are located in Port Denarau Marina, Lautoka, Vuda Marina (by advance appointment only), Suva, Savusavu, Levuka and Rotuma.
➥ https://www.fijimarinas.com/entering...oogle_vignette

Port Of Entries in Fiji ➥ https://pflanzengesundheit.julius-ku...points2015.pdf

There are five ports of entry in Fiji, namely: Suva, Lautoka, Levuka, Wairiki, and Malau. Other ports and deep-water anchorages frequently used are at Savusavu and Vuda Point. All customs, immigration and quarantine facilities are available in the above ports of entry.
➥ https://www.fijiportsterminal.com/facilities

Under Customs law here in Fiji, it is a requirement that the Master of the vessel gives a minimum of 48 hours notification to Customs prior to arrival in Fiji. It is also necessary to provide this same 48 hour notice period to Ports Authority, Department of Immigration, Health and Biosecurity.
➥ https://www.fijimarinas.com/entering-departing/

Advance Notification/Inward Report for Yachts/Small Craft, Passenger Arrival Card
➥ http://www.frca.org.fj/wp-content/up...rival_Card.pdf

You can get a free copy of “A Mariners Guide to FIJI Shores & Marinas” at these locations:
➥ https://pflanzengesundheit.julius-ku...points2015.pdf

[VikiMoore]

The Island Cruising Pacific Rally organises a special clearance at the Lau Group each season. Otherwise Savusavu is your best option and then wait for a window to head south from there.
https://www.islandcruising.nz/index....age_id=2313582

[JPA Cate]

Here's a link to a graphic link to the ports Gord made: https://www.scribblemaps.com/maps/vi...Fiji/FijiPorts

Do note that you have to apply in Suva for the Lau permit if you want to explore freely in the group of islands.

Ann

[dustman]

Originally Posted by GordMay

Application for cruising permit shall either be submitted through an agent, or made personally at theiTaukei offices in Lautoka or Suva yourself.

All yachts and small crafts arriving into Fiji from overseas must first report to a Customs Port of Entry. The Ports of Entry, through which you must arrive, are located in Port Denarau Marina, Lautoka, Vuda Marina (by advance appointment only), Suva, Savusavu, Levuka and Rotuma.
➥ https://www.fijimarinas.com/entering...oogle_vignette

Port Of Entries in Fiji ➥ https://pflanzengesundheit.julius-ku...points2015.pdf

There are five ports of entry in Fiji, namely: Suva, Lautoka, Levuka, Wairiki, and Malau. Other ports and deep-water anchorages frequently used are at Savusavu and Vuda Point. All customs, immigration and quarantine facilities are available in the above ports of entry.
➥ https://www.fijiportsterminal.com/facilities

Under Customs law here in Fiji, it is a requirement that the Master of the vessel gives a minimum of 48 hours notification to Customs prior to arrival in Fiji. It is also necessary to provide this same 48 hour notice period to Ports Authority, Department of Immigration, Health and Biosecurity.
➥ https://www.fijimarinas.com/entering-departing/

Advance Notification/Inward Report for Yachts/Small Craft, Passenger Arrival Card
➥ http://www.frca.org.fj/wp-content/up...rival_Card.pdf

You can get a free copy of “A Mariners Guide to FIJI Shores & Marinas” at these locations:
➥ https://pflanzengesundheit.julius-ku...points2015.pdf

Thank you for the comprehensive reply, that was quite helpful.

[dustman]

Originally Posted by JPA Cate

Here's a link to a graphic link to the ports Gord made: https://www.scribblemaps.com/maps/vi...Fiji/FijiPorts

Do note that you have to apply in Suva for the Lau permit if you want to explore freely in the group of islands.

Ann

Meaning I would have to physically go to Suva if I want to cruise the eastern islands like Vanua Balavu, Fulanga and Ongea?

[JPA Cate]

Yes. Unless you join the rally mentioned above. While it would get you there, it might limit you also.

Ann

[dustman]

Originally Posted by JPA Cate

Yes. Unless you join the rally mentioned above. While it would get you there, it might limit you also.

Ann

Important info, thank you!


Would be nice to go from Savusavu instead, but it is what it is.



Some of the places in the eastern group look absolutely incredible and would like to be far from intense tourism, so would prefer not to be time or location limited.

[JPA Cate]

Imho, if you do it all on your own, and especially, arrive before the rally, you should have a marvelous time, with little extraneous interruption.

Ann

[NariCurlew]

Originally Posted by dustman

Important info, thank you!


Would be nice to go from Savusavu instead, but it is what it is.



Some of the places in the eastern group look absolutely incredible and would like to be far from intense tourism, so would prefer not to be time or location limited.

You can definitely check into Savusavu and then head east to the Lau group. We did this last year stopping at many beautiful island on the way to Fulaga.

[dustman]

Originally Posted by NariCurlew

You can definitely check into Savusavu and then head east to the Lau group. We did this last year stopping at many beautiful island on the way to Fulaga.

Great, thank you for the first hand knowledge. That didn't sound quite right to me.

[centaur114]

Originally Posted by JPA Cate

Here's a link to a graphic link to the ports Gord made: https://www.scribblemaps.com/maps/vi...Fiji/FijiPorts

Do note that you have to apply in Suva for the Lau permit if you want to explore freely in the group of islands.

Ann

I believe the standard Cruising Permit now includes the Lau Group.

[Jim Cate]

Originally Posted by centaur114

I believe the standard Cruising Permit now includes the Lau Group.

It is true: things administrative do change, and I'm glad to hear that access to the Lau has become easier. During the three seasons that we cruised there the Lau was completely off limits to cruisers... apparently due to some drug smuggling that had gone on in previous years. We were very sad to have missed out on those islands.

Jim