Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1. Where is Fiji?
The Republic of Fiji, or Viti, as is it occasionally called, is situated in the western South Pacific Ocean, with the Solomon Islands to the northwest and Tonga to the east.

2. What is included in the charter?
Accommodations aboard the vessel, diving, compressed air tanks, weights and weight belts, transfers from Nadi to the boat on day of arrival and departure, meals and snacks, non-alcoholic and local alcoholic beverages are include in the charter rate. 

3. How many days is the charter and how many dives can I make?
The Fiji Aggressor charter is seven days, Saturday afternoon to Saturday morning, with five and one-half days of diving. Most guests make up to 4 dives a day. Diving begins on Sunday morning and ends Friday morning.

4. When should I arrive in Fiji?
You should plan to arrive in Nadi, Fiji Saturday morning.

5. Are there any taxes or fees not included in the charter price?
Yes. The Fijian government levied a Value Added Tax (VAT) per person for the entire week for live-aboard vessels operating in Fiji. The VAT for a charter aboard the Fiji Aggressor is collected on board the vessel at the end of the week. The VAT for the charter is $145 USD per passenger. It may be paid with VISA, Master Card, American Express or Discover, sorry no personal checks. Additionally, there is a $20 Fijian Dollar (approximately $10 USD) airport departure fee. This fee is paid at the airport. It is collected in Fijian Dollars.

6. Do I need a passport?
Visitors must have a current passport valid for more than three months, adequate funds to support themselves and a return ticket.

7. How do I meet the Fiji Aggressor on the day of departure?
Everyone should arrive on the early Saturday morning flight. After clearing customs in the Nadi Airport, guests will be met by an Aggressor representative. Everyone will board a charter bus for the short ride to Denarau.

8. Where does the Fiji Aggressor dock?
The Fiji Aggressor docks at the Sheraton Denarau. 

9. What is special about the diving in Fiji?
Fiji is known as the soft coral capital of the world. It is also famous for its walls, caves and overhangs.

10. What is the water temperature?
Will I need a wet suit? You will be diving in waters that average from about 72- 82F. Most guests will make 4 dives daily and some sort of protection is needed. A 1/4 inch (5mm) wet suit with gloves and booties should be comfortable.

11. What is the best time of year for diving?
Diving is superb year-round, however, there is less rainfall in October and November.

12. What type of topography can I expect to see in Fiji?
Fiji is made up of hundreds of mountainous islands, most ringed with beautiful white sand beaches.

13. Do we dive from a skiff? Yes, most dives are made from the 30-foot skiff due to the currents at most dive sites. Our skiff is launched from a lift on the stern of the boat. Divers board the skiff from the main boat where tanks and gear are already loaded. The lift then lowers the skiff into the water. This means there is no walking down a ladder on the side of the vessel into a waiting skiff. This makes for a safer, easier entry, with less fatigue at the end of the day. Due to the lower draft of the Palau Aggressor II, skiff rides are normally no more than several minutes to the dive site.

14. Is there night diving?
Absolutely. The night diving is terrific.

15. Should I be an advanced diver?
Not necessarily, but you should be a comfortable diver. The diving can be deep at times with some exciting drift dives to take advantage of the strong currents.

16. What is planned for Friday afternoon and evening after we return to port?
This is your opportunity to shop or sight-see. The Fiji Aggressor crew hosts a cocktail party Friday evening. Dinner is not served on board. The crew can recommend a local restaurant and arrange transportation. This meal is not included in the charter price.

17. When is check-out time on the vessel?
Check-out is between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. 

18. Where is the nearest recompression chamber?
In the city of Suva on the island of Viti Levu.