Diving & Whale Watching

Welcome to our 2008 Diving and Whale Snorkelling Itineraries page.

See below for Tour itinerary details - Prices quoted include GST and are in Australian Dollars (AUD).

(Note: For our 2007 Itinerary details, you can click HERE.)
(Note: For our 2006 Itinerary details, you can click HERE.)

(Scroll down, or click a Whale Icon or Heading to jump to each 2008 Tour below)

Whale Icon 4D - 10 Night Tour: 11 August to 21 August 2008
Whale Icon 5R - 10 Night Tour: 18 August to 28 August 2008
Whale Icon 7R - 10 Night Tour: 25 August to 04 September 2008
Whale Icon 9R - 10 Night Tour: 01 September to 11 September 2008
Whale Icon 11R - 10 Night Tour: 08 September to 18 September 2008
Whale Icon 12R - 15 Night Tour: 08 September to 23 September 2008 (Incl. Beqa Lagoon, Fiji)
Whale Icon 13RVSP08 - 10 Night Tour: 15 September to 25 September 2008 (The "Spirit Guide" Tour)
Whale Icon 15RV08 - 10 Night Tour: 20 October to 30 October 2008 (The Camping Tour)


Tour 4D - From 11 August 08 - 10 Nights
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ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
To Vava’u - TONGA
11 AUGUST – 21 AUGUST 2008
4D - 10 Nights

Tour Leader: David Hinshelwood

MONDAY 11 AUGUST 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 12 AUGUST 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
06:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight PC-931
09:30 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u
You will also spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day.

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 21 AUGUST 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:45 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight PC-932
08:45 arrive Nuku’alofa
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3290, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3090 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tours

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Tour 5R - From 18 August 08 - 10 Nights
5R Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
To Vava’u - TONGA
18 AUGUST – 28 AUGUST 2008
5R – 10 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 18 AUGUST 2008

15:30 depart Sydney (SYD) on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa – Tonga (TBU)
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 19 AUGUST 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
09:30 depart Nuku’alofa (TBU) on Fiji Airlines flight PC-933
10:30 arrive Vava’u (VAV)
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u
You will also spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day.

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day. You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 28 AUGUST 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:45 depart Vava’u (VAV) on Fiji Airlines flight PC-932
08:45 arrive Nuku’alofa (TBU)
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa (TBU) on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney (SYD)

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3290, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3090 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tours

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Tour 7R - From 25 August 08 - 10 Nights
7R Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
To Vava’u - TONGA
25 AUGUST – 04 SEPTEMBER 2008
7R – 10 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 25 AUGUST 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 26 AUGUST 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight PC-901
10:15 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day. You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 04 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
11:00 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight PC-900
11:45 arrive Nuku’alofa
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3290, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3090 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tour

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Tour 9R - From 01 September 08 - 10 Nights
9R Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
To Vava’u - TONGA
01 SEPTEMBER – 11 SEPTEMBER 2008
9R - 10 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 01 SEPTEMBER 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 02 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight PC-901
10:15 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day. You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
11:00 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight PC-900
11:45 arrive Nuku’alofa
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3290, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3090 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tour

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Tour 11R - From 08 September 08 - 10 Nights
11R Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
To Vava’u - TONGA
08 SEPTEMBER – 18 SEPTEMBER 2008
11R – 10 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 08 SEPTEMBER 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 09 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight PC-901
10:15 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day. You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
11:00 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight PC-900
11:45 arrive Nuku’alofa

12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3290, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3090 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tour

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Tour 12R - From 08 September 08 - 15 Nights
12R Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
to Vava’u – TONGA and extension to Beqa Lagoon - FIJI
08 – 23 SEPTEMBER 2008
12R – 15 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 08 SEPTEMBER 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 09 SEPTEMBER 2008

You will be transferred back to the airport
09:30 depart Tongatapu
10:40 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to the Paradise Resort Hotel for ten nights Garden View room accommodation including breakfasts each morning

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u. You will also spend a full day on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day.

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 8-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

FRIDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:30 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines, 08:30 arrive Tongatapu
12:35 depart Tongatapu, 14:45 arrive Nadi - Fiji
You will be transferred from Nadi airport by road to Lagoon Resort Hotel for four night’s twin share standard room accommodation including all meals. And for the Scuba Divers you will enjoy 6 boat dives with Beqa Divers including four dives as they hand feed massive Silver Tip Sharks, Bull Sharks and Tiger Sharks at the best Shark Dive in the World

TUESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2008

You will be transferred back to Nadi airport
15:05 depart Nadi – flying Virgin Pacific
18:00 arrive Sydney

Costs: TBA

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (18th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have minimum 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tour

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Tour 13RVSP08 - From 15 September 08 - 10 Nights
13RVSP08 Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
The “Spirit Guide” Whale Tour to Vava’u - TONGA
15 SEPTEMBER – 25 SEPTEMBER 2008
13RVSP08 – 10 Nights

Tour Leaders: Ron Hunter and (Spirit Guide Travel Editor) Joanne Lock

MONDAY 15 SEPTEMBER 2008

15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
09:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight
10:45 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel for 9-nights’ twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfasts are included each morning.

For everyone on the tour: We will enjoy 4 full day Whale Watch trips with Beluga Diving including light lunch and refreshments. This is your opportunity to snorkel with the Humpback Whales of Vava’u

You will spend a full day out on a 15-metre sailing Catamaran, sailing and snorkelling around the islands of Vava’u. Lunch will be provided on this day.

For the SCUBA divers: During your stay in Vava’u enjoy 6-dive package with Beluga Diving including the use of tanks, weights and dive guide services

For the non-divers: You will also enjoy an afternoon, three hour guided tour of Vava’u driving your own “Adventure Kart”, (based on twin-share kart, single kart supplement add $50)

THURSDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2008

Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
08:30 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight
09:45 arrive Nuku’alofa
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
14:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3320, Non-diver (Whale snorkeler) $3120 including airline taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (20th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tours


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Tour 15RV08 - From 20 October 08 - 10 Nights
15RV08 Printable Version (click)

ITINERARY FOR DIVE FORSTER AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF
The Camping Tour To Vava’u - TONGA
20 October – 30 October 2008
15RV08 – 10 Nights

Tour Leader: Ron Hunter

MONDAY 20 OCTOBER 2008
15:30 depart Sydney on DJ183. flying Polynesian Blue,
22:55 arrive Nuku’alofa - Tonga
You will be met and transferred to Harbourview Motel for 1 Night twin share standard room accommodation

TUESDAY 21 OCTOBER 2008
Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
09:30 depart Nuku’alofa on Fiji Airlines flight PC-901
10:30 arrive Vava’u
You will be transferred to Paradise International Hotel, Neiafu for 1-night twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfast is included at the Hotel.

WEDNESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2008
After breakfast today we transfer to our own island Eua’kafa, around 40 minutes out of Neiafu. This afternoon we will enjoy the first of our great Scuba dives in Vava’u.
Our campsite is set up for us and for the next eight days and seven nights we will enjoy true wilderness camping. And best of all, we are out where the mother Whales and their calves are resting. It is here we will have the opportunity to Swim with the Whales, particularly early each morning before they start moving around. Each day we will either Swim with the Whales and enjoy one Scuba dive, or enjoy two Scuba dives.

WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER 2008
After Swimming with the Whales or diving and then breakfast, we pack up our camping gear and head back to Neiafu to Paradise International Hotel, for 1-night twin share “Island View” room accommodation. Breakfast is included at the Hotel

THURSDAY 30 OCTOBER 2008
Today you will be transferred back to the airport.
07:30 depart Vava’u on Fiji Airlines flight PC-900
08:30 arrive Nuku’alofa
12:10 depart Nuku’alofa on flight DJ182. Flying Polynesian Blue,
15:45 arrive Sydney

Costs: SCUBA Diver $3690, including taxes

* Itinerary and costs for 2008 at this time (24th April 2008) are based on current schedules and rates. These will be confirmed or adjusted once new airline fares, schedules and other suppliers’ rates are advised.

It is important to note that for international departures check in is no later than two hours prior to departure. Reconfirmation of your flights is essential 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your flights. Please ensure that all departure / arrival timings indicated are correct, as these are subject to change without notice. Your passport must have a minimum 6 months validity from day of departure.

Harvey World Travel Tuncurry (Licence No 2TA 5683/5684) strongly recommends taking out travel insurance at time of booking for tour

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