National Geographic Orion
Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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14 Night South Pacific Adventure Cruise from Papeete

Ship: National Geographic Orion
Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions
Sailed: Wednesday, Sep 14, 2022 from Papeete, French Polynesia
Ended: Thursday, Sep 29, 2022
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Sep 14, 2022 departure of the National Geographic Orion. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Wednesday - Sep 14, 2022
Papeete, French Polynesia
Papeete, French Polynesia    
Day 2 - Thursday - Sep 15, 2022
Tahaa, French Polynesia
Tahaa, French Polynesia    
Day 3 - Friday - Sep 16, 2022
Raiatea, French Polynesia
Raiatea, French Polynesia    
Day 4 - Saturday - Sep 17, 2022
At Sea
At Sea    
Spend the day acclimating to island time at beautiful Taha'a. Surrounded by a sparkling turquoise lagoon, make use of our private motu and choose to snorkel, swim, kayak, or just enjoy your surroundings from the white sandy beach. One of the most important cultural sites in the Polynesian world, Marae Taputapuatea was a center for Polynesian seafarers and the location from which they set out for Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Hawaii, and New Zealand. Spend the morning exploring this site on Ra'iatea, then refresh yourself with a swim in the island's lagoon. Spend time on deck during a day at sea, mesmerized by deep, sea-blue water while scanning the horizon for marine mammals and seabirds. (B,L,D Daily)
Day 5 - Sunday - Sep 18, 2022
Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Aitutaki, Cook Islands    
Day 6 - Monday - Sep 19, 2022
At Sea
At Sea    
Known for its turquoise central lagoon, Aitutaki has been described as the perfect South Pacific island. Board Zodiacs to enter the lagoon via the pass on the western side of this "almost atoll". Once ashore, you'll step over sacred welcome stones to be greeted with a traditional Polynesian welcome. Explore the lagoon, walk palm-fringed beaches, and finish with a swim in the warm, clear lagoon. Or, meet the friendly residents and experience traditional Polynesian food, culture, and hospitality on a visit to an interior village. Then, enjoy life aboard National Geographic Orion as we spend two days sailing west toward Samoa. (B,L,D Daily)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Sep 20, 2022
Crossing the International Date Line
Crossing the International Date Line    
Day 8 - Wednesday - Sep 21, 2022
At Sea
At Sea    
Day 9 - Thursday - Sep 22, 2022
Apia, Samoa
Apia, Samoa    
With its spectacular beaches and dense green foliage, hidden waterfalls, and lava-sculpted landscapes, Samoa captures the essence of the South Pacific. During our time on these islands, hike through rain forests vibrant with flowers and birds, take a dip in a swimming hole, go snorkeling or diving, and soak up the languid rhythms of island life that drew Robert Louis Stevenson to these shores. (B,L,D Daily)
Day 10 - Friday - Sep 23, 2022
Apia, Samoa
Apia, Samoa    
Day 11 - Saturday - Sep 24, 2022
Wallis, Wallis and Futuna, France
Wallis, Wallis and Futuna, France    
Day 12 - Sunday - Sep 25, 2022
Futuna, Wallis and Futuna, France
Futuna, Wallis and Futuna, France    
Another of France's South Pacific territories, the tiny island nation of Wallis and Futuna lies between Samoa and Fiji. In Wallis, we are greeted with local dancing and singing. Visit the beautiful crater lake Lalolalo and a cathedral built of blue volcanic stone, chiseled by hand. In Futuna, stop at a historic "cannibal oven" and learn of the history of these fascinating people, before a warrior dance performance in front of the Cathedral of Poi. (B,L,D Daily)
Day 13 - Monday - Sep 26, 2022
Taveuni, Fiji    
Day 14 - Tuesday - Sep 27, 2022
Beqa, Fiji
Beqa, Fiji    
Enter the island nation of Fiji with a stop at Taveuni, Fiji's third-largest island, known as the "Garden Island" for its rich vegetation-which includes several species found nowhere else in the world. Experience warm Fijian welcomes at the village of Waitabu, and snorkel in one of the Pacific's most successful community marine parks. Explore the waterfalls of nearby Bouma National Heritage Park, and dive nearby reefs. Witness a dramatic firewalking ceremony at Beqa Island. (B,L,D Daily)
Day 15 - Wednesday - Sep 28, 2022
Captain's Choice, United States
Captain's Choice, United States    
Day 16 - Thursday - Sep 29, 2022
Lautoka, Fiji
Lautoka, Fiji    
Cruise Ends    
Bus Travel    
Nadi, Fiji    
Disembark in Lautoka this morning. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island then transfer to the international airport at Nadi for flights home or choose to extend your stay and check into your hotel. (B,L)
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