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The 15 Best Island Day Cruises in Fiji

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The Mamanucas start half an hour off Port Denarau, which is why the day cruise is the booking most visitors make first. The 15 below compare the boats on price, how long you actually get on the sand, and whether lunch and the snorkelling gear are really included.

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji - Island and Reef Day Cruise - Five hours on a private island
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Captain Cook Cruises Fiji – Island and Reef Day Cruise

1.Captain Cook Cruises Fiji – Island and Reef Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 752 reviews · from $124Our pick

Sail from Port Denarau to Kadavu Lailai in the Mamanuca Islands for a relaxed day of snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, reef viewing, and beach time. A marine biologist leads the snorkeling and glass-bottom boat trips, while lunch, drinks, gear, and hotel pickup from Denarau and Nadi resorts are included.

“The boat was fine, but a bit on the tired side. It could do with an upgrade. The staff were friendly. The glass bottom boat had a crack in one of the panels, so was taking on water. The glass and the boat needed a good clean. It was very shabby looking.”

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Malamala Beach Club - Full Day - Arriving at Malamala Beach Club
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Malamala Beach Club – Full Day

2.Malamala Beach Club – Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 684 reviews · from $89

You’ll sail 25 minutes from Port Denarau to Malamala Beach Club, a private-island day retreat with white sand, an infinity pool, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboards, Wi-Fi, and towel service. Coach transfers can collect you from Nadi, Denarau, Wailoaloa, Vuda, or Coral Coast hotels.

“We are glad we booked this. It was a great time to spend on an island that offered a lot of different activities. The only thing to be careful about is the wind, as this may prevent you from kayaking. Other than that, it was a great time, the food and drinks were good too. We were able to find decent chairs without having to book ahead of time.”

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Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks - South Sea Island is small, but the day is full
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Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks

3.Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 538 reviews · from $98

Cruise 30 minutes from Port Denarau to South Sea Island for snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, a semi-submersible coral viewing trip, and a saltwater pool. Enjoy a barbecue lunch, Fijian Meke dancing, and included beer, wine, soft drinks, and water.

“Great day on a small island with great snorkeling and fun drinks and nice lunch, sun bathing and scuba diving”

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Fiji: Day Trip to Cloud 9 Floating Platform Including Food and Beverages - Four hours on a floating platform
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Fiji: Day Trip to Cloud 9 Floating Platform Including Food and Beverages

4.Day Trip to Cloud 9 Floating Platform Including Food and Beverages

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 450 reviews · from $112

Spend the day on Fiji’s Cloud 9, a two-level floating platform reached by boat from Port Denarau. Swim and snorkel in clear water, jump from the upper deck, order wood-fired pizza, and use your included 60 FJD bar tab. The mood is social and music-led, not quiet or secluded.

“It is an adventurous experience, in the middle of nowhere. Beautiful scenery and experience. A must do for all who enjoy a bit of thrill and adventure”

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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer - Arriving at a small private island
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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer

5.Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $90

You’ll cruise from Port Denarau to Malamala Island for a relaxed beach-club day. Swim in the infinity pool, snorkel over coral, paddle a kayak or SUP, and order Pacific food and drinks. Transfers from many Nadi-area hotels, towels, Wi-Fi, and water equipment are included.

“absolutely worth your money! my sister and i had an absolute blast, and Immanuel was an absolute pleasure to deal with!!! Amanda and Naiah x”

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Fiji: Captain Cook Cruises - Island & Reef Day Trip - First sight of Kadavu Lailai
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Fiji: Captain Cook Cruises – Island & Reef Day Trip

6.Captain Cook Cruises – Island & Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 411 reviews · 1 day · from $126

Sail from Denarau to Kadavu Lailai for a seven-hour island day with Fijian songs, kava, buffet lunch, reef snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, and marine biologist led reef talks. Captain Cook’s tall ship may be used, but a different vessel can operate in poor weather.

“We had an amazing day and the crew were incredible. We loved their hospitality, beautiful performances and the many activities provided. An incredible day out!”

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Captain Cook Cruises Fiji - Sunset Dinner Cruise - Dinner: buffet value or lobster upgrade
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Captain Cook Cruises Fiji – Sunset Dinner Cruise

7.Captain Cook Cruises Fiji – Sunset Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 314 reviews · from $87

Sail from Port Denarau on the SV Fiji One for a three-hour sunset dinner cruise past the Mamanuca Islands. You’ll receive a welcome drink, enjoy a tropical buffet, and watch Fijian music, dancing, and audience participation. Hotel transfers from Nadi and Denarau are included.

“What are you waiting on ? Book it !!!!!! The food and the staff was amazing. P.S get the lobster 🦞 its delicious 😋”

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South Sea Island Half Day with Lunch & Drinks - Lunch, local drinks, and a Meke performance
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South Sea Island Half Day with Lunch & Drinks

8.South Sea Island Half Day with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 181 reviews · from $85

Cruise 30 minutes from Port Denarau to South Sea Island for a compact Fiji escape. Your half-day includes a BBQ lunch, local beer and wine, water, a Meke performance, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, pool time, and a semi-submersible coral viewer. Hotel transfers are available from selected Nadi-area resorts.

“Half day was a good amount of time with little kids. A nice island, decent lunch. Unfortunately the submarine experience was cancelled due to weather.”

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Fiji: South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks - The Semi-Submersible Coral Viewer
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Fiji: South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks

9.South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 1 day · from $124

Take a 30-minute high-speed catamaran from Denarau to South Sea Island for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, a semi-submersible coral-viewing ride, BBQ lunch, included drinks, and a Fijian meke performance. The island has a pool, kids club, and low-tide swimming access.

“wave was too strong, no chance of using kayak and paddle board”

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Fiji: Cloud 9 Floating Bar and Pizzeria Day Trip - What Cloud 9 is really like once you arrive
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Fiji: Cloud 9 Floating Bar and Pizzeria Day Trip

10.Cloud 9 Floating Bar and Pizzeria Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 124 reviews · 6 hours · from $107Top rated

Take a six-hour boat trip from Port Denarau to Cloud 9, a two-level floating bar and pizzeria in the Mamanuca Islands. Swim, snorkel, relax on day beds, hear international DJs, and buy wood-fired pizza and drinks. A $60 onboard tab is available as an upgrade.

“Effeny (sp?) our bartender was awesome! The entire crew, both on Cloud 9 and the boat to and from were exceptional. We had a great time. Both relaxing (if you want) and partying. Highly recommend. Disclaimer is, you also want to be with a great overall group of co-customers. And we were.”

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Malamala Beach Club - Half Day Pass - The ferry from Port Denarau to Malamala
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Malamala Beach Club – Half Day Pass

11.Malamala Beach Club – Half Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · from $78

Spend about four hours at Malamala Beach Club, a small private island 30 minutes from Port Denarau. Your pass includes return ferry travel, towels, Wi-Fi, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards. Swim, relax by the infinity pool, or order lunch and drinks at the beach club.

“Very relaxing! Beautiful views and friendly staff. I enjoyed a wonderful massage with the subs is the ocean waves crashing in the background. Top notch!”

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Fiji: Captain Cook Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise - The sunset sail is the main event
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Fiji: Captain Cook Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise

12.Captain Cook Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 111 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Sail from Denarau Island aboard the twin-deck catamaran Fini One for three hours of sunset views, a tropical buffet, welcome cocktail, local music, singing, and Fijian dancing. Hotel transfers from selected Nadi hotels are included, while bar drinks and the lobster upgrade cost extra.

“Great staff and entertainment Unfortunately the hot buffet was pretty cold”

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Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island - Your first minutes on South Sea Island
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Finding Nemo – Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island

13.Finding Nemo – Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 94 reviews · from $52Best value

From Denarau, a high-speed catamaran carries you to South Sea Island for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, drinks, and a semi-submersible reef view. Pickup is available from many Denarau hotels. The half-day schedule is family-friendly but leaves limited time ashore.

“Great concept but have to admit by the time you arrive and the briefing, all you can do in the finding Nemo trip is either go in the submarine or snorkel and then your racing back for an 11 pick up - would recommend the whole day”

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Fiji: South Sea Island Half-Day Trip with Lunch - A warm arrival, then plenty of choice
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Fiji: South Sea Island Half-Day Trip with Lunch

14.South Sea Island Half-Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 80 reviews · 5 hours · from $108

Cruise from Denarau to South Sea Island on a high-speed catamaran for five hours of swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, a semi-submersible coral-viewing ride, and a BBQ buffet. You also get drinks, a pool, kids club, and a Fijian meke performance, except on Sundays.

“Awesome trip. Activities felt too short. Will try the full day trip next time.”

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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Half-Day Trip - From Your Hotel to Port Denarau
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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Half-Day Trip

15.Malamala Beach Club Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 76 reviews · 5 hours · from $80

Spend five hours at Malamala Beach Club on a small island near Port Denarau. Your trip includes hotel transfers, a high-speed catamaran, towels, Wi-Fi, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboards. Food, drinks, cabanas, and poolside day beds cost extra.

“Recommend this trip to everyone! Amazing Staff and service! Great day trip! Also so many activities you could do!”

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