New Zealand designed catamarans contribute to new Fiji tourism offering

Designed in New Zealand and built in Fiji, two high-speed catamarans have been unveiled by South Sea Cruises Group to deliver Fiji's newest resort transfer service and provide half-day snorkelling trips from Port Denarau.

South Sea Cruises Group’s South Sea Cats - two 14.8-metre catamarans, named Lynx and Puma -are engineered for both speed and comfort. Each vessel seats up to 36 passengers for resort transfers and 26 for snorkelling excursions, cruising at 22–26 knots. Powered by twin 500HP Mercury Sea Pro outboards, they offer one of the cleanest and most powerful engine options in commercial use today.

South Sea Cats’ new schedule enhances connectivity for key Mamanuca resorts. Morning transfers from the northern Mamanucas arrive back at Port Denarau in time for guests to catch afternoon flights. Evening services allow same-day transfers to the islands after landing at Nadi International Airport. Travellers can now spend more time at their chosen island resort and less time in transit or requiring an overnight stay on the mainland.

South Sea Cats’ Ride & Slide snorkelling tours offer an ideal half-day reef adventure with the added fun of a giant inflatable slide. The morning tour runs for 2.5 hours and visits the reefs off Malamala or Tivua Islands. It includes morning tea, snorkelling gear, paddleboards, and access to the inflatable slide.

The afternoon tour extends to 4.5 hours and includes a light lunch, multiple snorkel and swim stops, and sightseeing through the Mamanuca Islands.

For more information, visit www.southseacruisesfiji.com

Images, Credit:South Sea Cruises Group