Norwegian Spirit itinerary map for May 4, 2027
Norwegian Spirit

12 Night South Pacific: Fiji & Samoa on Norwegian Norwegian Spirit

May 4, 2027

Norwegian Spirit May 4, 2027

The Norwegian Spirit May 4, 2027 cruise departs from Lautoka, Fiji Islands. On this 12 Night South Pacific: Fiji & Samoa (Lautoka To Papeete) sailing, the Norwegian Spirit will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, May 4th and returns on Sunday, May 16th, 2027.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Lautoka
Fiji Islands
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3

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Norwegian Spirit · May 4, 2027

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Norwegian Spirit · May 4, 2027

The Norwegian Spirit sails on May 4, 2027 for a 12 Night South Pacific: Fiji & Samoa (Lautoka To Papeete). The ship will depart the port of Lautoka, Fiji Islands at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Papeete, Tahiti on May 16th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Norwegian Spirit will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night South Pacific: Fiji & Samoa (Lautoka To Papeete)

  • MAY04
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Dravuni Island, Fiji
    Dravuni Island, Fiji
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY06
    Suva, Fiji
    Suva, Fiji
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY08
    Apia, Samoa
    Apia, Samoa
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY04
    Cross International Dateline
    Cross International Dateline
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY10
    Aitutaki, Cook Islands
    Aitutaki, Cook Islands
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY11
    Rarotonga, Cook Islands
    Rarotonga, Cook Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY13
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY14
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY15
    Moorea, French Polynesia
    Moorea, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY16
    Papeete, Tahiti
    Papeete, Tahiti
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 4, 2027 · 12 Night South Pacific: Fiji & Samoa (Lautoka To Papeete)

Lautoka, Fiji Islands
Day 1Tuesday, May 4

Lautoka, Fiji Islands

Arrival:Departure: 8:00 PM

Lautoka, Fiji, has docking at Lautoka Port. Travelers explore sugar cane fields and Nadi’s markets. Excursions visit Sabeto Hot Springs. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and tropical vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian earth-oven dish. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lautoka’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop, blending culture with island beauty.

Dravuni Island, Fiji
Day 2Wednesday, May 5

Dravuni Island, Fiji

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Dravuni Island, Fiji, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to white-sand beaches. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with tropical fish. Excursions explore village kava ceremonies. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures turquoise lagoons. Dining onboard includes lovo. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Sun protection is essential. Dravuni’s idyllic shores offer a serene South Pacific escape.

Suva, Fiji
Day 3Thursday, May 6

Suva, Fiji

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Suva, Fiji, offers docking at Suva Port. Travelers explore Fiji Museum and Colo-i-Suva Forest Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Beqa Lagoon. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian favorite. Souvenirs, like tapa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Suva’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and tropical beauty, making Suva an engaging destination for exploring Fiji’s capital.

At Sea
Day 4Friday, May 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Apia, Samoa
Day 5Saturday, May 8

Apia, Samoa

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Apia, Samoa, docks at Matautu Wharf, a 10-minute walk to the town center, population 36,000. Travelers visit the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, 15 minutes south, in the author’s 1890s home. The Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, 5 minutes east, offers snorkeling with parrotfish. Local markets sell taro and kava drinks. Excursions to To-Sua Ocean Trench, 45 minutes southeast, provide swimming in a 30-meter sinkhole. Falealupo Canopy Walk, 90 minutes west, spans rainforest bridges. Peak season June to October; taxis 5-10 WST. Dining includes palusami (taro leaf wrap) at beach stalls. Souvenirs feature lava-lava fabrics.

Cross International Dateline
Day 6Tuesday, May 4

Cross International Dateline

Arrival:Departure:

Cross International Date Line offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers experience the time shift at sea, gaining or losing a day. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season varies by itinerary, typically warm for Pacific crossings. Photography captures vast ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history and navigation. Light clothing suits the variable climate, while comfortable shoes enhance deck walks. Crossing the Date Line offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of educational briefings and open-sea relaxation, making the Date Line an engaging destination for exploration.

At Sea
Day 6Sunday, May 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Day 7Monday, May 10

Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Aitutaki, Cook Islands, anchors expedition ships offshore in its vast triangular lagoon, the world's second-largest, with tenders ferrying passengers to Arutanga Wharf on the main island's west coast. The atoll, covering 18 square kilometers with 15 motus (islets), hosts a population of around 2,000. Travelers access guided lagoon cruises departing from Ootu Beach, 10 minutes by shuttle, for snorkeling amid coral gardens and giant clams, or visits to One Foot Island for beachcombing and postal stamps. Mount Maungapu, a 20-minute walk from the wharf, offers 360-degree views via a short ascent. The island's coastal road circles the perimeter, suitable for bicycle rentals exploring taro plantations and WWII remnants. Cultural demonstrations include pareu weaving and umu (earth oven) cooking at village halls. Markets sell fresh pineapples and rukau (taro leaf dish). Peak season November to April brings warmer waters; book lagoon tours ahead. No formal terminal exists; provisions from ship. Evening bonfires feature local guitar music.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Day 8Tuesday, May 11

Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Rarotonga, Cook Islands, offers docking at Avatiu Port. Travelers explore Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui cultural village. Excursions include snorkeling at Aroa Lagoon. Local markets sell ika mata. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures coral reefs and volcanic peaks. Dining onboard includes rukau, a Cook Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like tivaevae quilts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Rarotonga’s island charm offers a vibrant Cook Islands stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches, cultural heritage, and marine adventures, making Rarotonga an engaging destination for exploration.

At Sea
Day 9Wednesday, May 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Day 10Thursday, May 13

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Bora Bora, French Polynesia, offers docking at Vaitape Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Matira Beach and Mount Otemanu. Excursions include lagoon snorkeling. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bora Bora’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning lagoons and scenic beaches, making Bora Bora an engaging destination.

Raiatea, French Polynesia
Day 11Friday, May 14

Raiatea, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Raiatea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Uturoa Port. Travelers explore Taputapuatea’s UNESCO marae and vanilla plantations. Excursions include snorkeling at Motu Iriru. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures sacred sites and lagoon vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Raiatea’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of sacred heritage, scenic lagoons, and island culture, making Raiatea an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s beauty.

Moorea, French Polynesia
Day 12Saturday, May 15

Moorea, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Moorea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Cook’s Bay with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Belvedere Lookout and Opunohu Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Tiahura. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush valleys and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Moorea’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic lookouts and marine adventures, making Moorea an engaging destination.

Papeete, Tahiti
Day 13Sunday, May 16

Papeete, Tahiti

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

Papeete, Tahiti, offers docking at Papeete Port. Travelers explore Point Venus and Bougainville Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Moorea’s lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures black-sand beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Tahitian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Papeete’s island charm offers a vibrant French Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic lagoons, making Papeete an engaging destination for exploration.

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Spirit - May 4, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Lautoka, Fiji Islands

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May

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

71°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.14in

Daily average

4.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
81 / 100
safer than 81% of all cruises
81
7
/ 10
Lautoka, Fiji Islands
Lautoka
Lautoka is a safe port for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to avoid petty theft.
9
/ 10
Dravuni Island, Fiji
Dravuni Island
Dravuni Island in Fiji offers a safe environment with a low crime rate, ideal for relaxation and eco-tourism.
6
/ 10
Suva, Fiji
Suva
Travelers in Suva should stay vigilant, avoid poorly lit areas at night, and protect their belongings to minimize safety risks.
8
/ 10
Apia, Samoa
Apia
Apia, Samoa, is safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and be cautious of infrastructure after dark.
9
/ 10
Cross International Dateline
Int'l Dateline
The Cross International Dateline port is generally safe for cruise travelers, primarily involving a secure open ocean crossing.
9
/ 10
Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Aitutaki
Aitutaki offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a welcoming local community.
8
/ 10
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Rarotonga
Rarotonga is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing visitors to explore its landscapes and culture with confidence.
9
/ 10
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Bora Bora
Bora Bora is a safe travel destination with a low crime rate, allowing tourists to enjoy its landscapes and culture with peace of mind.
9
/ 10
Raiatea, French Polynesia
Raiatea
Raiatea is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore its natural beauty and culture with confidence.
8
/ 10
Moorea, French Polynesia
Moorea
Moorea is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with a low crime rate and occasional petty theft, so standard precautions are advised.
8
/ 10
Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete
Papeete is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Spirit

⚓ Tonnage

75,904

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

1,998

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

880

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,018

vs avg 3,120

The Spirit has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 75,904 gross tons. The ship measures 880 feet in length. Norwegian Spirit is included in Norwegian’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Spirit holds 2,018 passengers. That includes 1,106 cruise vacationers and 912 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,025.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Spirit sailing on May 4, 2027?

This is a 12-night cruise itinerary departing from Lautoka, Fiji Islands.

What ports does the Norwegian Spirit visit on the May 4, 2027 cruise?

This route includes lautoka-fiji-islands, dravuni-island-fiji, suva-fiji, apia-samoa, cross-international-dateline, aitutaki-cook-islands, rarotonga-cook-islands, bora-bora-french-polynesia, raiatea-french-polynesia, moorea-french-polynesia, papeete-tahiti.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Spirit May 4, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Spirit sailing on May 4, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Spirit itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 5, 2026