Blue Lagoon Trip
Take a boat to the famous Blue Lagoon to swim in the azure waters at Nanuay Lailai Island and enjoy the stunning scenery where parts of the movie, " The Blue Lagoon", were actually filmed. Take your snorkeling gear to enjoy the underwater world plus some cash in case you want to purchase a drink from the nearby Nanuya Island Resort.
Cost: F $ 10 per person (+ hire of snorkeling gear)
Time: Monday, Friday, 14.30

Reef Hopping
Let us take you to the very best snorkeling spots in the area. See the bizarre "Cabbage Coral" reef and many other secret spots along the 3 great reefs fronting the Nacula Passage; Qese Reef, the breeding grounds for our local turtles, Qoloriki Reef and Yamotuni Qade Reef are all within 10 minutes of Oarsman's Bay Lodge, but all offer very different and fabulous experiences.
Cost: F $ 10 per person
Time: Wednesday, 14.30

Organized Snorkeling Trip
Cruise around to a different part of Nacula Island and explore the underwater world. Best snorkel site chosen depending on tides. Colorful tropical fish and vivid coral formations guaranteed.
Cost: F $ 10 per person (+ hire of snorkeling gear)
Time: Saturday, 14.30

Hand line Fishing
Take the boat out with a local Fijian fisherman, try your luck and catch your dinner.
Cost: F $15 for one hour, F $ 20 for two hours.
Time: Wednesday, 07.00, and on request

Island Hiking
Discover more of the breathtaking island of Nacula. One of our staff members will gladly join you on a hiking trip or venture out on your own following well trodden paths. The grading of the difficulty of trails is on a 1 to 5 scale, with level 1 being the easiest and level 5 being the most difficult. Don't forget your water bottle, your camera, good footwear and please advise the office staff of your expedition and intended track. Sunrise hike is around one hour.
Cost: Complimentary
Time: Thursday, 6.30

Volley ball
Guest pit themselves against the "Oarsome" Oarsman's Staff.
Cost: Complimentary
Time: monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, friday & saturday, 17.00

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

Sawa-i-lau-caves
Visit the Sawa-i-lau caves approximately 30 minutes by boat from Oarsman's Bay. There are over 100 separate caverns in this system of caves, and you, as a guest have access to three or four of these. Hear stories of the ten headed Snake God who protects the caves. They are the resting grounds of the great ten-headed god of gods, Uluitini. Each chamber of the cave represents one of the God's nine snake-heads and one human-like head. Learn about the eel and the two fish who never grew old through living in the caves. These caves are famous throughout Fiji and have a rich cultural history and meaning for the Yasawan people. Take a trip underwater to gain access to some of the smaller caves, and see great cave formations. Round trip approximately two and a half hours.
"The Caves are breathtaking, with sheer limestone walls that tower overhead, and small openings where sunlight streams in on the water" - Pacific Rim Weddings 2005
Cost: F $ 30 per person (F $ 5 goes to the Tamasua village near the cave)
Time: Monday, Thursday 10.30

Fijian Night
Join us for an authentic lovo dinner where your food will be cooked underground over hot rocks in the traditional way. After your lovo dinner you will witness a truly indigenous Yasawas dancing and singing meke performance from the staff and villagers of Nacula. Stick around until they bring out the kava bowl and experience another part of the Fijian culture, with village elders telling stories of days gone by.
Cost: Complimentary. A donation would be appreciated as the staff will entertain you in their own time.
Time: Friday Night

Village Visit
Oarsman's Bay offers a scheduled visit to Nacula Village, just 20 minutes north of the Lodge and the home of nearly all our staff. The village is the biggest and one of the oldest villages in the Yasawas. It is built around a huge ruby ground where many of the Tikina rugby conventions are conducted. Visit the Chief's house to give his 'Spokesman' a sevusevu and view the layout of the traditional Fijian village. See the Church, the local school, the medical centre and visit the historical building made of coral which is a landmark to the forefathers of Nacula village.
Please be respectful of village customs, and ensure that your shoulders and top are covered and that you are wearing long shorts (for men) and a skirt or sulu/sarong (for women) plus footwear. Please remember to remove your hat when you come into the village area.
Cost: F $ 10 per person ($ 5 sevusevu for the Chief and $ 5 for the boat trip).
Time: Tuesday, Friday 10.30

Learn Fijian Arts and Crafts
Learn to weave your own basket, bracelet or hat from our wonderful Aunty Maria from Nacula Village. To keep as a memento of your time in the beautiful Yasawas.
Cost: F $ 5 (given to Aunty Maria)
Time: Tuesday, 14.30

Church Service
Experience an authentic Fijian Church service in Nacula Village (service is in Fijian language), where the singing will linger with you long after your holiday has come to an end. Please remember to dress respectfully, so wear sulus, trousers and upper body covering.
Donations to be made to the collection plate.
Time: sunday, 10.30

RELAXING ACTIVITIES

Sunset Cruise
Enjoy sipping on a cocktail or a cold drink as the sun melts into the horizon. The tunes of the ukulele will create a magic atmosphere while you cruise along near Tavewa Island. Marvel at the beauty of nature on display as the sun dips slowly beyond the horizon to end another perfect day in paradise.
Cost: F $ 10 per person
Time: Tuesday, 18.30

Massage
Treat yourself to a relaxing massage by our trained local masseuse, lying on a table by the beach, in our massage room or in the privacy of your bure, listening to the gentle lapping of the waves as your cares magically disappear.
Cost: F $ 30 for 30 minutes and one hour massage for F $ 50.

Hermit Crab Racing
Become an owner in our hermit crab race meeting. If you are punter looking for some racing excitement, join us for a fun-filled hermit crab derby.
Cost: Complimentary
Time: Thursday, 21.00

Picnic Lunch
Why not have a private island visit with a picnic lunch. Spend a few hours relaxing at nearby Honeymoon Island, a beautiful untouched beach on a little island off Nacula Village. Pack your snorkeling gear, sun lotion and a good book for an enjoyable day way.
Cost: F $ 10 per person
Time: Wednesday , 10.30
$ 25 for a romantic picnic for two on other days

Coconut Demonstration
Experience the importance of coconuts to the Fijian way of life. Its food, its milk, its fibre and its shell.
Cost: Complimentary
Time: saturday, 10.00

International Night
After dinner enjoy being entertained by guests from around the globe. Our staff will compete with one or two of their songs and dances. The best ' act' will be rewarded!
Time: Wednesday nights

Island Tour
Cruise around around our neighboring islands and visit Melbravo, Nabua and Safe Landing Resorts, then onto Nanuya Lailai island where four backpacker resorts are located; Sunrise, Blue Star, Sea Spray and Goldcoast. Visit Nanuya Lailai resort and onto Tavewa Island to see David's Place, the dive Centre and Kingfisher Lodge, finishing with afternoon tea at Otto & Fanny's. Two to three hour round trip.
Cost: F $ 10 per person

Tree Planting
You have used a lot of fossil fuel to come to the Yasawas and you may be feeling guilty! We have put a program in place to create carbon credits for you, to neutralize your environmental impact in coming here. Speak with the Office about how you can purchase trees, to plant at Nacula and be part of the carbon emission credit solution.
Cost: F $ 5 per tree

NOTE:
Please note all activities are sold at the Resort only. No pre bookings of activities can be undertaken. We use this schedule to give guest a guide as to what they can expect to be available on any given day at Oarsman's Bay Lodge. However, we are flexible to what our guests' wishes are on a particular day and of course, dependent on the weather. We try to do any additional trips upon request. Please just ask.