{"id":22586,"date":"2024-01-17T17:27:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T17:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwphoto.onpressidium.com\/trip\/fiji-photo-workshop-oct-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-08-12T08:41:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T08:41:44","slug":"fiji-photo-workshop-oct-2025","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/trip\/fiji-photo-workshop-oct-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Fiji Ultimate 10-night Soft Coral &#038; Shark Liveaboard Trip Oct 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"\u201dwhite-block\u201d white-block\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"TopMenu\"><\/a>Jump To:<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"#WhyJoin\">Why Join This Trip<\/a>&nbsp; &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"#Diving\">Trip Overview<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"#Package\">Package Details<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#Type\">Trip Type<\/a> &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"#Itinerary\">Itinerary<\/a> &#8211; &nbsp;<a href=\"#Accommodations\">Accommodations<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"#GettingThere\">How to Get There<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#Tripleader\">Trip Leader<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#ScubaGear\">Recommended Gear<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"#Payment\">Booking &amp; Payment<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#Gallery\">Underwater Photos<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">Fiji Ultimate 10-night Soft Coral &amp; Shark Liveaboard Trip Oct 2025<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Photography Workshop<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">Travel with Bluewater to the soft coral capital of the world! Spend 10 nights on the Nai&#8217;a, the top liveaboard in Fiji, exploring breathtaking soft corals, an array of shark species, and amazing dive conditions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">Here&#8217;s why we think Fiji offers some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/best-scuba-diving-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best scuba diving in the world<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"WhyJoin\"><\/a>Why Join This Trip?<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"columns-2 dot-style-1\">\n<li style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">Experience the absolute best of Fiji\u2019s huge soft corals, sharks, and giant schools of fish on one of the world\u2019s best liveaboards, the Naia<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">10 nights at the best of the best dive sites including Bligh Waters<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">Learn from one of Bluewater\u2019s most experienced photo instructors, Mark Strickland<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">Easy direct flights from the USA<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">Fully refundable deposit until 18 months from departure.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"\u201dwhite-block\u201d white-block\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">October 4 &#8211; 14, 2025<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Trip Leader:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/raja-ampat-trip-feb-2025#Tripleader\">Mark Strickland<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3fb4e4;\">10 Nights for:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3fb4e4;\"><span style=\"color: #3fb4e4;\">$5,963<\/span><strong style=\"color: #3fb4e4;\">&nbsp;per person, double occupancy<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#TripExtension\">Optional Land Extensions<\/a>&nbsp;at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/volivoli-beach-resort-fiji\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volivoli Beach Resort<\/a>:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;\">3 Nights &#8211; Starting at $1,037<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;\">5 Nights &#8211; Starting at $1,799<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"mailto:trips@bluewaterdivetravel.com?subject=Fiji Photo Workshop October 2025\" style=\"text-align: start;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-10558\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Book-Now.jpg\" alt=\"Book Now Button\" title=\"Book Now\" width=\"140\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><em>Book Cabin 9 and get a small cabin sharing with Trip Leader. Get a $800 discount!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"zf_div_IcflHtG3NkitBUEAZQr01h5LfylHkBNhCUqrz8noZL8\">\n<div id=\"zf_div_IcflHtG3NkitBUEAZQr01h5LfylHkBNhCUqrz8noZL8\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p> <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\/\/ <![CDATA[\n(function() {\ntry{\nvar f = document.createElement(\"iframe\");\nf.src = 'https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/bluewaterdivetravel\/form\/GroupTripsBookingForm\/formperma\/IcflHtG3NkitBUEAZQr01h5LfylHkBNhCUqrz8noZL8?zf_rszfm=1&#038;referrername=Fiji Photo Workshop October 2025';\nf.style.border=\"none\";\nf.style.height=\"818px\";\nf.style.width=\"90%\";\nf.style.transition=\"all 0.5s ease\";\nf.setAttribute(\"aria-label\", 'Book\\x20this\\x20Trip\\x21');\n\nvar d = document.getElementById(\"zf_div_IcflHtG3NkitBUEAZQr01h5LfylHkBNhCUqrz8noZL8\");\nd.appendChild(f);\nwindow.addEventListener('message', function (){\nvar evntData = event.data;\nif( evntData &#038;&#038; evntData.constructor == String ){\nvar zf_ifrm_data = evntData.split(\"|\");\nif ( zf_ifrm_data.length == 2 || zf_ifrm_data.length == 3 ) {\nvar zf_perma = zf_ifrm_data[0];\nvar zf_ifrm_ht_nw = ( parseInt(zf_ifrm_data[1], 10) + 15 ) + \"px\";\nvar iframe = document.getElementById(\"zf_div_IcflHtG3NkitBUEAZQr01h5LfylHkBNhCUqrz8noZL8\").getElementsByTagName(\"iframe\")[0];\nif ( (iframe.src).indexOf('formperma') > 0 && (iframe.src).indexOf(zf_perma) > 0 ) {\nvar prevIframeHeight = iframe.style.height;\nvar zf_tout = false;\nif( zf_ifrm_data.length == 3 ) {\niframe.scrollIntoView();\nzf_tout = true;\n}\nif ( prevIframeHeight != zf_ifrm_ht_nw ) {\nif( zf_tout ) {\nsetTimeout(function(){\niframe.style.height = zf_ifrm_ht_nw;\n},500);\n} else {\niframe.style.height = zf_ifrm_ht_nw;\n}\n}\n}\n}\n}\n}, false);\n}catch(e){}\n})();\n\/\/ ]]><\/script> <\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Trip Overview<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">In Fiji, it\u2019s all about the corals. The colors are so incredibly vibrant and the anthias so plentiful that it\u2019s hard to ever look away. Around every corner is the next world-class image. Remember to get in the current. One of the main draws of diving Fiji is the reef scenes &#8211; they are quite spectacular!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">The gorgeous, lush, color-splashed images of Fiji that you see in dive publications are courtesy of a soft coral called dendronephthya. Few other places in the world offer such an abundance of this coral, nor the wide spectrum of colors ranging from pink and purple to orange, yellow and fiery red. Dendronephthya soft coral needs current; with little current present, the soft corals are muted, but as the current increases, they inflate with water and their color really begins to glow. As the current picks up, planktivores such as beautifully colored scalefin anthias spring up off the reef in polarized schools. Together, this forms a rich pageantry of color. Underwater photographers will want to shoot when some current is present, making a dramatic difference in the color of underwater imagery.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">The best places for soft coral in Fiji are the Bligh Waters between Viti Levu and Vanua Levu where there are numerous reefs and pinnacles, the Somosomo Strait between Taveuni and Vanua Levu, and Namena Island, with its marine protected area. The 10-night trip includes a visit to Fiji&#8217;s Rainbow Reef, one of the area&#8217;s best-known dive sites which gets its name from the spectacular array of colors because of the abundance of soft corals, leather corals, sea fans and sea anemones &#8211; not to mention the fish!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22279\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"330\" height=\"220\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8175-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"330\" height=\"220\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7789-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI4677.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21738\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI4677.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6134.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21739\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6134.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>&nbsp;Read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/fiji-trip-report-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our 2024 trip to Fiji<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"Diving\"><\/a>Fiji Marine Life to Photograph<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Fiji is home to an amazing variety of fish life, including colorful angelfish, anemone fish, anthias, frogfish, hawkfish, moray eels, ghost pipefish, and countless other photogenic species.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Blue Ribbon Eels are also fantastic subjects. The yellow and blue males are full of personality and if you search hard, you can find the female (all yellow) and juvenile (black with a yellow stripe). The black juveniles are notoriously difficult to photograph.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">There are sharks in Fiji, though they are generally not found on every dive. Beqa Island is the one exception to this rule, as sharks are seen there daily. The most common species of sharks in Fiji are grey reef, white tip reef, silvertip, and hammerhead. Sharks always make great subjects, but reef sharks are difficult to get close to. For real shark action, do the shark dive in Beqa Lagoon, where you\u2019ll see up to 8 different species of sharks numbering in the dozens, including very large bull sharks and a massive tiger shark that makes semi-regular appearances.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Other fun subjects include banded sea snakes, several species of turtles, and pelagics like tuna, barracuda, and occasionally manta rays.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">There are also plenty of macro opportunities. While diversity is not as great as Southeast Asia&#8217;s coral triangle, there is still a wide range of species here, including mantis shrimp, decorator crabs, bobtail squid, and many different nudibranchs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><em><strong>Camera and lens tips:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em>You\u2019ll definitely want two strobes to get full light coverage in your frame. Use as much strobe power as possible to illuminate the soft corals and really make them shine. Fortunately, soft corals don\u2019t move, so you can get as close as you want. Bracket and really work on your blue backgrounds. Get close to the soft coral with a fisheye lens. Fiji is a great place to get close to the coral and practice your wide-angle technique. Take your time, put your strobes on manual, and get your exposures right.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><em><strong>Experience level needed for this trip:<\/strong><\/em> Most of the divers who come onboard a very experienced diver but they do take all levels of experience, but all levels are welcome and accommodated. Their friendly and experienced Fijian crew will look after you if you\u2019re a beginner.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/fiji-scuba-diving-travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the reviews on diving Fiji here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0px; line-height: 32.2px; text-align: center;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 15px; text-transform: none;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20220928_untitled_0413.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20220928_untitled_0413.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20220928_untitled_0413.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20220928_untitled_0413-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20220928_untitled_0413-600x750.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22286\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; font-size: 15px;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022-10-25-003_0113-Edit-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p class=\"caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong style=\"color: #8d8d8d;\">(L) Colorful Reef By Paul Gruner.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong style=\"color: #8d8d8d;\">(L)&nbsp;<\/strong><strong style=\"color: #8d8d8d;\">Clown Fish<\/strong><strong style=\"color: #8d8d8d;\">&nbsp;By Dan Bishop<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0px; line-height: 32.2px; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #3fb4e4; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 400; text-transform: none;\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22288\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A8646-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #3fb4e4; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 400; text-transform: none;\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22289\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" title=\"Fiji 2022 Trip Recap\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AA3A7785-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"Package\"><\/a>Inclusions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">All meals and accommodation on board, all non-alcoholic beverages, complimentary wine served with dinner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Free Nitrox<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Return transfers to the ship from the airport or hotels in the Nadi area<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Tanks, weights, and unlimited air refills<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Exclusions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fijian Tax&nbsp;($895 per person, invoiced in advance)<\/li>\n<li>Gratuities<\/li>\n<li>Alcoholic beverages (other than the house wine served at dinner)<\/li>\n<li>Gear or camera rentals<\/li>\n<li>Personal purchases from the ship&#8217;s store<\/li>\n<li>Fuel Surcharge $35 (subject to change)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 5px; line-height: 25.2px;\"><a name=\"Type\"><\/a>Trip Type<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">This trip is a&nbsp;<strong>PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP<\/strong>. It will be led by one of our photo instructors who will provide daily instructional tutorials, in-water photography support (when appropriate), and one-to-one advice and guidance, as required. Each workshop offers a bespoke syllabus, crafted by the trip leader and detailed on the trip webpage. While our Photography Workshops are aimed at divers with an interest in underwater photography, anyone is welcome to join.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/about-our-group-trips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about what&#8217;s included in this trip type.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Trip Syllabus<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"columns-2\" style=\"line-height: 19.5px;\">\n<li><em>Day 1<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Equipment preparation, checkout dive&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 2<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Introduction to U\/W Photography &#8211; How light behaves underwater, special challenges of shooting u\/w, equipment considerations, choosing appropriate exposure settings, using histograms, secondary effects of exposure settings and lens perspectives.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 3<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Mini-session between dives 1 &amp; 2: Demonstration on strobe positioning and edge lighting. Presentation: Maximizing Your Macro \u2013 Adjusting your diving style, learning about intended subjects, equipment considerations, choosing appropriate settings, lighting, using snoots, depth of field, blackwater diving, and photo etiquette.&nbsp; Choose a couple images for next day\u2019s image review.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 4<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Wide-angle Underwater Photography, including a review of appropriate camera, lens and strobe settings, exposure strategy and equipment considerations. After dinner:&nbsp; Image Review &#8211; Friendly critique and discussion about participants\u2019 images from previous day.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 5<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Composition for Underwater Photography I, including elements that attract the viewer\u2019s eye, depth of field, eye contact, working with models, visual storytelling. Choose a couple images for next day\u2019s image review.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 6<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Composition for Underwater Photography II, including anticipation \/ preparation for special moments, shooting angles &amp; perspectives, subject placement, nose room, rule of thirds, natural framing, leading lines, geometric patterns, reflections, direction of travel.&nbsp; After dinner:&nbsp; Image Review &#8211; Friendly critique and discussion about participants\u2019 images from previous day.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 7<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Introduction to Digital Workflow \u2013 General principles and best practices + individual help as needed&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 8<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Introduction to Adobe Lightroom \u2013 General principles, strategies and best practices, plus examples of typical workflow and basic editing techniques + individual help as needed&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 9<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Presentation: Up Close and Personal \u2013 Tips for Approaching Shy Marine Life &#8211; Whether you\u2019re into capturing marine life with a camera or simply observing, there\u2019s no substitute for being physically close. From tiny gobies to massive whales, many animals are inherently shy, making close interaction difficult. When approached properly, however, most sea creatures are surprisingly tolerant of divers. Learn how to turn fleeting glimpses into relaxed, intimate encounters, approach shy animals, gain their trust, and get close without scaring them away, making every dive a more enjoyable and rewarding experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 10<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; Choose 2 images for Friday\u2019s photo contest and maximum 10 images for guest slide show.&nbsp; This is always a very popular aspect of the trip, and showcases how much each participant\u2019s images have improved over the course of the workshop.&nbsp; In addition, we\u2019ll also have a little photo contest, where everyone is welcome to submit a favorite photo or two to share with the group.&nbsp; Winners will not only be recognized, but may even be rewarded with a cool prize!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><em>Day 11<\/em>&nbsp;\u2013 Disembark&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"Itinerary\"><\/a>Itinerary Overview<\/h3>\n<p>Please see the map below to get an idea on the place you will visit on the trip.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Itinerary-Overview.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji Map\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21740\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Itinerary-Overview.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji Map\" title=\"Fiji Map\" width=\"450\" height=\"331\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Here is the daily onboard routine:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table class=\"data-table\" border=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"282\"><\/col>\n<col width=\"341\"><\/col>\n<\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Time<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Activity<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">6:15 AM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Coffee, Tea, Juice, Toast, Cereal, and Fruit<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">7:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">First Dive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">9:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Breakfast<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">10:30 AM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Second Dive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">12:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Lunch<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">2:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Third Dive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">4:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Snacks<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">5:30 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Dusk Dive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">7:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Dinner<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">8:30 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Night Dive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>* This schedule may vary at several loca&shy;tions where tighter coordination of dive times is required due to the site, tide and\/or weather. Additional dives are generally available in between scheduled dives.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Experience level needed for this trip:<\/strong> Most of the divers that come onboard a very experienced diver but they do take all levels of experience. Their friendly and experienced Fijian crew will look after you if you\u2019re a beginner.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/naia2.png\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/naia2.png\" alt=\"Nai'a\" title=\"Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: 200px;\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-sun-deck-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22583\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-sun-deck-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nai'a\" title=\"Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: 200px;\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">The main salon &amp; sundeck<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-camera-room.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22584\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-camera-room.jpg\" alt=\"Nai'a\" title=\"Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: 200px;\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-dive-deck-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/nai-a-dive-deck-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nai'a\" title=\"Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: 200px;\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">The camera room &amp; dive deck<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"Accommodations\"><\/a>About the Nai&#8217;a<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/naia-liveaboard-fiji\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nai&#8217;a<\/a>&nbsp;is setting a new standard in world-class liveaboard scuba diving expeditions. The ship is beautifully appointed, incredibly spacious and boasts a dive-savvy Fijian crew famous for their dedicated service. Nai&#8217;a has accommodation for 18 passengers in 9 air-conditioned staterooms with private ensuite heads. All the staterooms are larger than those on most dive vessels, with plenty of storage for gear, and they are bright, airy, and comfortable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6265_Panorama_C.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21743\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6265_Panorama_C.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6078_Panorama_A.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21744\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI6078_Panorama_A.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI1948_Panorama_A.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21745\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI1948_Panorama_A.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI1688_Panorama_a.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21746\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/NAI1688_Panorama_a.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Read the reviews of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/naia-liveaboard-fiji\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nai&#8217;a here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"GettingThere\"><\/a>Flight Information<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You will fly in and out of Nadi international airport (NAN). Pick up will start at 1 pm on Oct 4 from Nadi airport and hotels within the Nadi area for transfer to the boat. The Nai\u2019a is scheduled to depart at 2 pm if all goes well with the transfer. After the charter, transport is arranged to pick everyone up from the boat at 8 am on Oct 14 and transfer back to Nadi airport and hotels within the Nadi area.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>The Nai&#8217;a can help arrange a 2nd checked bag with Fiji Airways for only $75 each way; e-mail us for details.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"FlightPackage\"><\/a>Flight Package&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Our group trips attract guests from all over the globe and many of our customers prefer to book their own flights to take advantage of mileage points or credit card discounts. For these reasons, flights are not included in our group trip packages.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">However, we are more than happy to work with you to find the best travel itinerary for your trip and will gladly give suggestions and advice, even if you make the final booking. We will check through your travel reservations at any time to ensure they fit with the trip schedule and can give recommendations on transit hotels and day tours where needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you would like us to book flights and transit hotels for domestic and\/or international travel on your behalf, we are also happy to arrange this. Please be advised that there is a ticketing fee for this service. <strong><a href=\"mailto:trips@bluewaterdivetravel.com?subject=Fiji Ultimate 10-night Soft Coral &amp; Shark Liveaboard Trip Oct 2025\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #377dff; text-decoration: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s, text-decoration 0.2s ease 0s;\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact Us<\/a><span>&nbsp;<\/span>for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 5px; line-height: 25.2px;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"Tripleader\"><\/a><a name=\"Tripleader\"><\/a>About the Trip leader<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0f2336; font-size: 15px;\"><strong style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" alignleft size-full wp-image-22314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-strickland2_0_0.jpg\" width=\"134\" height=\"200\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; float: left; margin-right: 10px;\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><a name=\"MarkStrickland\"><\/a>Mark Strickland<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Mark Strickland\u2019s life-long interest in the sea has included over 10,000 dives and careers as a lifeguard, boat captain, and scuba instructor. His passion for underwater photography has led him to many top dive locales, including the Virgin Islands, Australia, and Thailand, where he spent 17 years as Cruise Director on a series of liveaboards. Mark now resides in Ventura County, California.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">An avid marine naturalist, Mark has discovered several nudibranch species. He is co-author and principal photographer for Lonely Planet\u2019s award-winning book, \u201cDiving and Snorkeling Thailand\u201d, and his work appears in many magazines, books, and displays around the world. Currently, Mark leads several dive trips each year to his favorite destinations, while working on a career-spanning large-format pictorial book.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">&nbsp;Mark&#8217;s photos and articles have appeared in magazines and books around the world, including Action Asia, BBC Wildlife, National Geographic World, Natural History, Scuba Diving, Skin Diver, Sport Diver, Sportdiving, Unterwasser, and many others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/trip-leader-mark-strickland\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-align: justify;\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more about Mark here<\/a><span style=\"text-align: justify;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"back-link\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"ScubaGear\"><\/a>Recommended Scuba Gear<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"columns-2\">\n<li>Wetsuit. 5 mm Wetsuit. Ocean temperature is around 26C\/79F. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/waterproof-w8-5mm-wetsuit-for-men?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterproof W7<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Mask. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/fourth-element-scout-mask?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fourth Element Scout<\/a>. Ideal for underwater photographers.<\/li>\n<li>Fins. <a href=\"https:\/\/https\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/fourth-element-rec-fins?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fourth Element<\/a>. Adjustable heel strap and soft foot pock, very comfortable.<\/li>\n<li>Booties. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/poseidon-one-shoe?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Poseidon One Shoe<\/a>. Great with open heel fins.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/fourth-element-splash-snorkel?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snorkel<\/a>. Splash Proof.<\/li>\n<li>Dive computer. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/shearwater-tern-wrist-dive-computer?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shearwater Tern<\/a>. Small, compact, and can be worn as a day watch.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>BCD. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/aqualung-axiom-i3-womens-dive-bcd?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aqualung Axion i3<\/a>. Integrated weight system and inner harness that fits snugly to the body<\/li>\n<li>Dive bag. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/stahlsac-34-inch-steel-wheeled-dive-bag?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stahlsac 34 Inch<\/a>. Built to airline size and weight.<\/li>\n<li>Gloves. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/sharkskin-titanium-2-neoprene-gloves?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sharkskin Titanium 2<\/a>. Keeping hands warm and protected.<\/li>\n<li>Regulator. <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/apeks-mtx-rc-scuba-regulator?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apeks MTX RC<\/a>. Exceptional performance, preventing free flow.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/garmin-inreach-mini-2?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tracking device<\/a>. Making sure that you limit your chances of getting lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Tick List&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"columns-2\">\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/jaws-quick-spit-antifog-spay?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Antifog<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/apeks-dsmb-surface-marker-buoy-1-4-m?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DSMB<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/ultramax-arrow-ceramic-line-cutter?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Line Cutter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/gear-keeper-scuba-micro-retractor-with-clip?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Retractor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/fourth-element-womens-hooded-vest-5-3mm?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hood<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Recommended Photo Gear&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p>Fiji, known for their incredible coral reefs with a multitude of soft corals, is a wide angle shooters paradise. On top of this, they also are well known for their exciting shark dives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Action Cam \/ Smartphone Options:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Action Camera housings for the <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/gopro-hero-13-black?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GoPro hero 13<\/a> in a <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/isotta-gopro-black-underwater-housing?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Isotta GoPro Housing<\/a> with an <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/isotta-tray-for-go-pro?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Isotta Tray <\/a>and a wide angle wet lens for wide angle shooting, with <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/sea-sea-lx-4000sw-fs-underwater-video-light?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sea &amp; Sea underwater video lights<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We recommend the <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/weefine-wfh07-universal-smartphone-housing?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weefine WFH07 underwater housing<\/a>, which caters for most smartphones. Add a Weefine tray for more control, and you will be ready to go.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Compact Camera Options:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/sony-rx100-vii-camera?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sony RX100 VII Camera<\/a> with a <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/nauticam-rx100-vii-pro-package?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nauticam RX100VII Housing<\/a> with a <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/nauticam-wet-wide-lens-wwl-1b?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WWL-1b wet lens<\/a> for wide angle shooting&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Full Frame Mirrorless Options:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>With fast moving subjects, large subjects, autofocus is the key. The <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/sony-a1-ii-mirrorless-camera?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sony A1 II<\/a> is another great camera from Sony, with excellent autofocus. Placed in a <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/nauticam-sony-a1-ii-a9-iii-underwater-housing?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nauticam NA-A1II underwater housing<\/a> with Nauticam\u2019s superb wet optics (<a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/nauticam-wacp-1b-wide-angle-conversion-port?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WACP-1b<\/a>) will be your best option to get your bucket list image. Paired with a pair of <a href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/sea-sea-ys-d3-strobe?utm_source=bluewaterdivetravel&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=fijiinfopage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YS-D3 II strobes<\/a> from Sea &amp; Sea will be the best lighting option with fast recycle rates.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"Payment\"><\/a>Payment Schedule&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Deposit:<\/strong> $2000&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Payment 2:<\/strong> $2,400 due on&nbsp;September 1, 2024<\/p>\n<p><strong>Balance:&nbsp;<\/strong>$2,458 due on March 1, 2025<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<span style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0px; line-height: 32.20000076293945px;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"TripExtension\"><\/a>Want to Extend Your Trip?<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">We can help with that! See more of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/fiji-diving#marine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fiji<\/a> before or after your workshop with Bluewater by staying at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/volivoli-beach-resort-fiji\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volivoli Beach Resort<\/a>, one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterdivetravel.com\/volivoli-beach-resort\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Preferred Partners<\/a>. Learn more about the packages below.<\/p>\n<p><em style=\"color: #8d8d8d; font-size: 13px;\">*Rates are subject to change at any time; please&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@bluewaterdivetravel.com?subject=Fiji Photo Workshop October 2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a>&nbsp;for the most updated pricing.<\/em><span style=\"color: #ee6b31; font-size: 18px; text-transform: uppercase;\">&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color: #3fb4e4;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Optional Land Extension at Volivoli Beach Resort Rates<\/h3>\n<p>Rates are per person and in USD. These rates are only applicable to those participating in the Bluewater Travel Underwater Photo Workshop aboard the N&#8217;aia from October 4 &#8211; 14, 2025.<\/p>\n<table class=\"data-table\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\">Package<\/td>\n<td>3 Nights<\/td>\n<td>5 Nights<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<div>Standard Ocean View<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,037.00<\/td>\n<td>$1,799.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Single<\/td>\n<td>$1,408.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,417.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-Diver Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$853.40<\/td>\n<td>$1,294.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<div>Deluxe Ocean View<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,113.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,321.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Single<\/td>\n<td>$1,561.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,672.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-Diver Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$929.40<\/td>\n<td>$1,816.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<div>Premium Ocean View<\/div>\n<p> &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,190.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,054.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Single<\/td>\n<td>$1,714.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,927.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-Diver Twin Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,006.40<\/td>\n<td>$1,549.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">&nbsp;Family Ocean View Villa&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Triple Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,168.00&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>$2,018.00&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Quad Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,042.00&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>$1,809.00&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&nbsp;Non-Diver Triple Share<\/td>\n<td>&nbsp;$984.40<\/td>\n<td>&nbsp;$1,513.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"3\">\n<div>2 Bedroom Luxury Oceanfront Villas<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Triple Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,278.00<\/td>\n<td>$2,202.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diver &#8211; Quad Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,125.00<\/td>\n<td>$1,946.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-Diver Triple Share<\/td>\n<td>$1,094.40<\/td>\n<td>$1,697.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22272\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7.jpeg\" alt=\"Oceanview room\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7.jpeg 1701w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-7-600x400.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22273\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2.jpg\" alt=\"Volivoli Beach Resort\" width=\"319\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-2-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"caption\">Standard Ocean View Room (L) &amp; Deluxe Ocean View Room (R)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16.jpg\" alt=\"Premium oceanview villa\" width=\"319\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-2023-16-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-22275\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6.jpg\" alt=\"Volivoli Beach Resort\" width=\"366\" height=\"213\" class=\"null\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6.jpg 1032w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6-1024x595.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6-768x447.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/volivoli-beach-resort-updates-6-600x349.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"caption\">Premium Ocean View Villa (L) &amp; 2 Bedroom Family Villa (R)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Inclusions<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"columns-2 dot-style-1\">\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Round trip Nadi airport\/resort transfers<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Accommodations<\/li>\n<li>Welcome drink on arrival<\/li>\n<li>Full meal plan \u2013 3 meals daily with juice, milk, rain water, coffee, and tea at breakfast.<\/li>\n<li>Beach BBQ<\/li>\n<li>Free use of kayaks and participation in a variety of complimentary resort activities<\/li>\n<li>Resort and Government taxes<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 Night Diver Package also includes:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 day of 3-tank diving including tanks, weights, and dive guide. Unlimited shore diving on dive days (reserve tanks 24 hours prior)<\/li>\n<li><strong>5 Night Diver Package also includes:&nbsp;<\/strong>2 days of 2-tank plus 1 day of 3-tank diving including tanks, weights, and dive guide. Unlimited shore diving on dive days (reserve tanks 24 hours prior)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div>\n<h3>Exclusions<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"columns-2 dot-style-2\">\n<li><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Nitrox ($50 for 3 day trip; $80 for 5 day trip)<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Beverages other than tea, coffee, and rain water<\/li>\n<li>Lobster and Crab menu items (Market price)<\/li>\n<li>Personal dive equipment<\/li>\n<li>Dive Courses<\/li>\n<li>Excursions<\/li>\n<li>Dive and Travel Insurance (diving insurance is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Payment Schedule<\/h3>\n<p>$100 per person deposit to confirm at the time of booking<\/p>\n<p>100% Payment due 45 days prior to arrival date<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#TopMenu\" class=\"back-link\">Back to Menu<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"white-block\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"><a name=\"Book\"><\/a><a name=\"Book\"><\/a>Got Questions? 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href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/20121021_fiji_0002.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-20875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/20121021_fiji_0002.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/20121021_fiji_0067_0.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/20121021_fiji_0067_0.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-diver-trevally-Cropped.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-diver-trevally-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-grouper-Cropped.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-grouper-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-nudibranch-eggs-Cropped.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Cat-Holloway-nudibranch-eggs-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Naia_UW_103-Cropped.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-21750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Naia_UW_103-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" title=\"Fiji on the Nai'a\" width=\"320\" height=\"200\" class=\"null\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a 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