Balmy breezes carry the scent of orchids and other tropical blooms, while crystalline waters offer access to flourishing reefs and colorful sea life. Ive been to numerous south pacific islands that had no more infrastructure than a landing jetty, on 20002500 pax ships similar in size to the jewel. Cruising in the south pacific the south pacific lends itself extremely well to adventure cruising, as boat travel between the various islands is in some cases one of the only forms of transportation. Find and plan your next cruise to the south pacific with cabin price comparison, variety. The south pacific home to the famous islands of fiji, tahiti and bora bora is typically one of the first places that come to mind when someone envisions paradise. The itinerary includes four hawaiian islands, as well as a stop in mexico, before returning to port at san francisco. South pacific cruises visit a range of islands, each one with different wet and dry seasons.
The pacific offers some of the finest tradewinds cruising youll ever experience. As you can read from the south pacific weather page, the cyclone box extends from just west of the society islands of french polynesia west to australia, and from about 5 degrees south to about 30 degrees south latitude. Beaches of warm, powdery white sand and aqua waters are surrounded by tropical rainforests and soaring mountains. Explore our cruise itineraries and choose from a variety of rooms depending on your needs and budget. On board, theres an opportunity to learn about hawaiian culture by trying local instruments and crafts. The shelter provided by these islands typically means smooth sailing to the ports of ketchikan, juneau, and skagway. The south pacific islands of vanuatu and new caledonia in particular have become increasingly popular among local cruise fans, with a yearround season offering australians in the southern half of the country an escape from the cooler winter months. Cruisers hate schedules, but to avoid the south pacific cyclone season. Best time to cruise the south pacific islands and visit. Its where hidden jewels like mystery island and the tuamotu archipelago invite exploration. Holland america line offers ultimate premium experience in. Tahitis summer rainy season extends from november through march and can be hotter and more humid. The south pacific with its warm, humid temperatures constantly hovering in the mid70s. In our early cruising days, we found that we were able to get by using only aussie dollars but these days i feel more comfortable having a pocket.
Best time to cruise the south pacific, weatherwise. Westsail 32 sailing around cook islands, south pacific. The south pacific islands of vanuatu and new caledonia in particular have become increasingly popular among local cruise fans, with a yearround season. Each island shares stunning natural beauty, colorful cultures and rich histories making cruising the best way to experience these enchanting locales. Long range cruising and all the facilitiesbusinesses that support or are supported by it have a very uncertain future.
Best time to visit the south pacific islands responsible travel. Sail with us to some of the most remote and wild places on earth. This 8day long cruising escape will leave you not only replenished but with enduring memories of this beautiful corner of the earth. Nothing prepares you for the majesty of a cruise to pacific islands. Cruising to anchorage, seward, or whittier means crossing the rough gulf of alaska, where strong surface currents and cold arctic. The south pacific islands are the definition of paradise, and the abundance of wildlife is sure to capture your lust for adventure. Come aboard and be captivated by one of the most enchanting groups of islands in the south pacific.
Cruising guide to the pacific islands latitude 20 books paperback. On air during the south pacific cruising season from may 1 until the end of november. It is a tropical climate with an average yearly temperature of 79 degrees f. Cruising to south pacific on norwegian jewel pacific. If a storm is threatening one area of queensland, northern territory or the south pacific, cruise lines will simply reroute their ships to a different. Taking a cruise to the south pacific in the shoulder season before or after the peak season can also be a great way to find a cruise deal. But there is far more to the south pacific than just deserted islands. Visit the south pacific with a cruise to channel your inner explorer and immerse yourself in the. Very detailed guide covering most islands from easter and hawaii to 165 west. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets in fiji, be inspired by vanuatus dramatic natural landscapes and explore new caledonias rich french heritage cruising the pacific islands offers the ultimate in fun and relaxation. Provide current weather analysis and forecasts for cruising yachts and fishermen in the sw pacific. People naturally spread out so that they dont get in each others way.
The scenic islands of the south pacific have captivated explorers for centuries. Best time to cruise the south pacific in 2020 finder canada. Many travelers dream of cruising the islands of the south pacific, and this is one of those magical destinations that doesnt disappoint. A new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with covid19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the world health organization, the united nations childrens fund, the united nations high commissioner for refugees, the international federation of red cross and.
August to october tend to be the driest months in the south pacific, are before the busy christmasnew year period and are outside cyclone season. Cruise ships have sophisticated technology onboard to monitor the weather. Weve been exploring the pearl of the pacific since the 1980s and our south pacific cruise experience is key to helping you truly get lost in this tropical paradise. South pacific schedule sv ocelot cruising the world. Cruise some of fijis most beautiful islands and villages. Thinking of a new years eve cruise this year, leaving end december, returning mid january. Covid19 update archives discover the south pacific. A cruising sailors blog, newsfeed or instagram account from the pacific is an onslaught of images and videos of every flavour of paradise from the green, dramatic and rugged landscape of the. Be interesting to see how long the pacific islands will remain offlimits.
Charlies charts of polynesia by charles and margo wood, updated 2007. South pacific tahiti cruises tropical paradise is within reach when you set your sails for a cruise to tahiti or the other glamorous islands of the south pacific. Cruise to the south pacific to settle into island time and relax into the simple life. Adventure cruising specialists royal caribbean is an expert in the range of experiences on offer in the south pacific, which is why it brings three incredible ships to the region each with an array of funfilled activities onboard. Find out the best time to visit the south pacific islands including advice on the weather. The south pacific is dotted with thousands of islands across the worlds biggest ocean but is visited by relatively few people, so its not surprising theres a lot to learn about cruising there. Discover the delights of island living when you embark on a cruise to the south pacific. The south pacific islands inspire dreams of heaven with the warm azure blue waters, white sandy shorelines, impressive ocean life, stunning turquoise coral, terrific rainforests, and palm trees along the shorelines. The 7 night south pacific cruise visits brisbane, australia. Last minute cruises deals to the south pacific appear as you get closer to the sail date, usually 12 weeks in advance. Offering a premium, midsized ship experience, noordam explores the enchanting islands of the south pacific, australias southern and eastern regions, and the north and south islands of new zealand on a series of cruises that range from 10 to 26 days. Named the enchanted islands by early spanish explorers, in modern times, the galapagos remain a unique habitat that is home to species found nowhere else in the world. Its as if these islands have been put there just for you to enjoy, unaffected as they are by.
If you stay in the cyclone belt then you could go to tahiti or fiji. The most popular cruising season in the south pacific is the dry season from may to october when the winter trade winds that blow steadily during this time bring delightful temperatures averaging between the 7080. Quite rightly so because there are a lot of pictureperfect sandy islands surrounded by turquoise lagoons in the south pacific lucky us having them so close by. A south pacific cruise offers the ultimate getaway from winters in both the northern and southern hemispheres. When you think about the south pacific islands, images of sandy atolls with palm trees probably spring to mind first. Plus, cruise lines can augment the information they have onboard with forecasts from weather assessment companies. Of all the island groups, fiji and french polynesia offer the best and most varied cruising options, although short boat trips and yacht charters. Any one cruised at this time, could you please advise us of how bad the weather gets. August to october tend to be the driest months in the south pacific, are before the busy christmasnew year period and are. The people are welcoming, the sailing season weather is kind, and the natural enviroment is astounding. Get ready to catch a wave on a surf simulator, skydive on the ships top deck and race. South pacific weather rainy season pacific islands. From what to do in isle of pines, new caledonia, to fiji tours and the best time to cruise the south pacific, here are our top tips for your next cruise. Taking a cruise to the south pacific in the shoulder season before or after the peak season can also be a great way to.
Boat sailing through south pacific islands rainforest. To this day french polynesia and the south pacific conjure up the romantic notions brought back by the legendary european explorers who discovered it hundreds of years ago. The loyalty islands have a wild beauty that will spark your imagination, while the friendly locals will make you feel right at home. Join a cruising world magazine crewed charter to the galapagos islands off ecuadors pacific coast. A veteran voyager shares route information and tips for sailing across the pacific ocean. Start planning your next cruise vacation by selecting a destination and departure port. The tropical south pacific islands are sailing destinations of peaceful pleasure. South pacific cruises visit a range of islands, each one with different wet. The nominal south pacific cyclone season extends from about november through april, so the safe cruising season goes from.
Peak holiday season is over, humidity is lower and cyclone season has yet to darken the skies. Cruising the south pacific in december january vanuatu. Untouched forests, pristine white sand beaches, crystal waters filled with reefs, and diverse sea life. Many boats go south to nz or australia, or to the gambiers but you could go to the northern south pacific islands instead. South pacific cruise tips for australians and new zealanders. Each island shares stunning natural beauty, colorful cultures and rich histories making cruising the best way to experience these enchanting. Majestic humpback whales glide between the islands of tonga, the only south pacific area to escape colonization. The palmers plan on cruising the pacific islands for many years to come, though will spend the pacific cyclone season in new zealand.
When is the best time to cruise alaska, australia, the caribbean, canadanew england, hawaii, europe or the south pacific. Cruising the south pacific with royal caribbean international. There was never any problems with overcrowding, even on islands you can walk around in 30 minutes. As cruise lines move their ships between popular seasonal regions like.
Cruising guide to the pacific islands latitude 20 books paperback hinz, earl r. Take a tahiti cruise, and other south pacific cruises and youll not. Tahitis winter dry season extends from april to october and can be cooler and drier. Our only concern is that we are in the wetcyclone season. The most popular cruising season in the south pacific is the dry season from may to october when the winter trade winds that blow steadily during this time bring. There are many worthwhile resources on cruising the south pacific. Board the aranui 5 for a day south pacific cruise where you are surrounded by intriguing polynesian culture. Tahiti has two seasons the rainy season and the dry season. Separated by vast expanses of ocean, the sub regions of south pacific islands include a broad range of environments from the massive mountains of papua new guinea to deserted atolls and lagoons of fantasy.
Cruising the south pacific exploring rarotonga in the cook islands. South pacific cruising south and west in the the pacific. Sailing a westsail 32 sailboat in the south pacific from anacortes washington state usa on route to australia. On a passage from grenada to the us virgin islands during the coronavirus pandemic, this veteran voyager takes the time to appreciate the joy and solitude of being offshore.
Get the latest deals for south pacific cruises on cruise critic. Many travelers dream of cruising the islands of the south pacific, and this is one of. Best time to cruise the south pacific for best weather. Here you can slow down, take a breath and surrender to the hypnotizing rhythm of waves gently lapping on the shore. Over the last 35 years, this threetime circumnavigator has undertaken four voyages to the pacific ocean, roaming its waters far and wide, from southern chile to alaska and from easter island to papua new guinea, with visits to every island group in between. Best time to cruise the south pacific islands weather. We are planning on exploring the marshall islands and potentially the solomon islands, but also vanuatu and new caledonia too. Youll visit the tuamotu islands, swim at the local black sand beaches, and savor the delicious aroma of frangipani on the island of vaitahu. For a luxury south pacific cruising experience, paul gauguin cruises visits the society islands and tuamotus on a tenday. Operated by cruisers patricia and david from sv chameleon from their home base in whangaparaoa, just north of auckland.
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