Under this new initiative, Port Denarau Marina, in western Viti Levu is currently the only port of entry into Fiji. If this pilot project is successful, extending Blue Lanes to other Fijian ports and marinas will be considered.
QUARANTINE
If you travel to Fiji on the Blue Lane, you must quarantine on your yacht for 14 days. The good news is that travel time from your destination is counted in that period provided that you’ve isolated and had uninterrupted travel from your departure port.
Once you arrive in Fiji, anchor in the designated quarantine area and contact the Marina on Channel 14 for further instructions. The Fijian Navy will also make contact with you to determine the length of your quarantine period. Either of the scenarios below will apply:-
1. More than 14 days uninterrupted sea travel. Once you arrive at the quarantine area in Fiji, a mandatory RT-PCR test will be conducted by the Fiji Ministry of Health, cost of test (F$300 per person) to be borne by the vessel. Test results are received within 48hrs. If negative, you will be allowed to proceed to dock and complete inbound clearance procedures, obtain your cruising permit and coastal clearance and your yacht will be allowed to visit other ports throughout Fiji freely.
2. Less than 14 days uninterrupted sea travel. If your journey at sea took less than 14 days, you will be required to make up the difference in quarantine once you dock in Fiji. So, if you spend eight days alone at sea – you will then be required to pay for six days of quarantine in Fiji, after which you will need to clear a negative COVID-19 test result. The quarantine cost covers naval accommodation, meals, fuel and surveillance costs.
The costs of COVID-19 tests and any isolation or quarantine related costs, including berthing, accommodation, or meals will be borne by the yacht owner.
Cruise ships are still strictly banned from entering Fiji waters.
More Information:
Tourism Fiji
Footnote:
Contact Seal Superyachts Fiji for detailed information about cruising around Fiji, superyacht charter regulations and about how we can support your visit.
Principle agent Chase Smith is proud to have worked with many of the World’s largest Superyachts and has extensive knowledge of Fiji and the surrounding area.
Chase Smith
Phone: +679 999 6556
Email: fiji@seal-superyachts.com