The Top Port of Call Tours in Fiji
When your cruise ship docks, how can you make the most of the Fiji islands? Don’t just hang around the city, but discover the real Fiji, from its rugged interiors to the paradisal outer islands.
The way to do that with such limited time is on one of the exciting shore excursions in Fiji. Luckily, we’ve listed some of the best for you!
Before you move on to the best Fiji shore excursions, be sure to bookmark The Guide to Taking a Cruise to Fiji for more tips.
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1. Jewel of Fiji Tour – Discover Fiji Tours
This is what a shore excursion should be: escaping the hustle and bustle of the port and discovering the “real Fiji”. After being picked up from Suva or Denarau by Discover Fiji Tours, you’ll be whisked away to the Pacific Harbour, home to the Navua River.
From there, you’ll take a longboat journey up the river to visit a local village for a traditional Fijian lunch, swim in a series of natural pools created by majestic waterfalls, and experience floating down the river on a traditional bamboo raft.
Plus, skip to all of Suva’s port of call tours in the 5 Best Shore Excursions from Suva.
© Discover Fiji Tours2. Private Lautoka Shore Excursion – Fiji Golf Tours & Transfers
Embark on a cultural journey from Lautoka Wharf with Fiji Golf Tours & Transfers. Visit Viseisei Village, the legendary landing site of the first Fijians, and explore the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere.
For a taste of local culture, browse the Nadi Handicraft Market for authentic souvenirs.
Immerse yourself in Fiji’s natural beauty at the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, then indulge in a unique experience at the Sabeto Mud Pools.
This private tour offers a fully air-conditioned vehicle, a knowledgeable driver, and all entry fees included, ensuring a comfortable and enriching experience of Fiji’s diverse attractions.
See more tours like this in the 10 Best Shore Excursions from Lautoka.
© FijiPocketGuide.com3. Coral Coast Tour – Uniquely Fiji
You didn’t come to Port Denarau to stay in Denarau, did you? Escape the hustle and bustle and discover the real Fiji on an exciting and authentic cultural tour with Uniquely Fiji.
Their Coral Coast Tour is a highlight, giving you a cultural insight into the lives of Fijians with a preschool and village visit, a pottery village tour including crafting demonstrations, visiting the acclaimed Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park and much more!
If you prefer a more nature-focussed tour, check out their Biausevu Village and Waterfall Tour, also on the Coral Coast or stick to the Nadi highlights with the Nadi Day Tour.
Check out more tours from Denarau in the 10 Best Shore Excursions from Denarau.
© FijiPocketGuide.com4. Nadi Tour From Lautoka – Excite Tours & Travel
Another captivating journey through the Nadi region is this diverse tour with Excite Tours & Travel. Begin your adventure at the vibrant Lautoka Market, where you’ll discover an array of locally grown produce and engage with friendly vendors.
Next, explore the breathtaking beauty of the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, famous for its stunning orchid collections.
Indulge in a rejuvenating experience at the Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pools, before concluding your day with a visit to the colourful Krishna Kaliya Temple.
Your private tour guide will ensure a seamless experience as you travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided, and return transport from Lautoka Wharf is provided.
© FijiPocketGuide.com5. Nadi Zipline and Mud Pool Tour – Valentine Tours Fiji
Combine adventure and relaxation on the “Nadi Zipline & Mud Pool Tour” with Valentine Tours Fiji. The trip takes you to Zip Fiji where you’ll get to try out an awesome zipline course featuring Fiji’s longest zipline.
You’ll also get to see some stunning caves and canyons during the ride, before your tour guide takes you to the next attraction, the Sebato Hot Springs. Get muddy then wash off the pools fed by natural hot springs for a rejuvenating experience.
The tours also include a Filipino style-chicken kaldereta lunch and drinks. See more experiences like this in the 5 Best Zipline Tours in Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.com6. Castaway Island Day Trip – South Sea Cruises
Another side of Fiji is its sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and stunning resorts, which is what the “Castaway Island Day Trip” with South Sea Cruises is all about.
On Castaway Island in the Mamanuca Islands, you’ll get the day to relax, snorkel, use the non-motorised watersports equipment, swim in the ocean or the resort’s swimming pool and much more. This shore excursion departs from Port Denarau.
For more island day trips from Denarau, see the 10 Best Island Day Trips in Fiji.
© South Sea Cruises7. Nature and Waterfall Tour – Kay Services Tours
Just a short drive from Suva, the Colo-i-Suva Forest Park is a stunning piece of tropical paradise with waterfalls and natural swimming pools.
One way to experience it from Suva Wharf is on the “Nature and Waterfall Tour” with Kay Services Tour. The private tour takes you on various short walking trails to learn more about Fiji’s flora and fauna through your knowledgeable guide.
You’ll have time to take a dip in the forest pools if you wish and have plenty of photo opportunities with the forest’s waterfalls.
© FijiPocketGuide.com8. Discover Nadi – Tourist Transport Fiji (TTF)
Enjoy a half-day yet comprehensive tour of Nadi’s top sights starting from Lautoka Wharf. Join Tourist Transport Fiji for their shore excursion, “Discover Nadi”, first taking you through the ancestral village of Viseisei with time to explore the village.
Next, it’s onto the Garden of the Sleeping Giant for a walk around this tropical jungle. Then it’s onto Nadi town itself, a cultural experience of the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple and the Nadi Market.
© FijiPocketGuide.com9. Suva City Sightseeing Tour – Hot Fiji Tours
Swap the stress of sorting out logistics for getting around Suva with this easy-going “Suva City Sightseeing Tour” with Hot Fiji Tours.
This six-hour private tour takes you from Suva Wharf to visit all of the main highlights of Fiji’s capital, including the Botanical Gardens, the Grand Pacific Hotel, President’s Residence and any other sights that you have on your list, as this tour can be custom-made for you.
Check out some of the Suva highlights you might want to include in the 20 Things to Do in Suva.
© FijiPocketGuide.com10. Explore Dravuni Island
One of the more idyllic ports of call in Fiji, Dravuni Island is your typical Fijian island: small, white sands, swaying palms and a population of fewer than 200 people.
If you’re lucky enough to have this island on your cruise ship itinerary, then you have a short hilltop hike to enjoy, as well as mingling with the friendly villagers, the opportunity to try fresh coconut, amazing snorkelling and more.
Check out the 10 Best Things to Do on Dravuni Island to be inspired. Plus, learn more about this port of call in The Guide to Taking a Cruise to Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comMore About the Best Fiji Shore Excursions
That’s it for the best shore excursions in Fiji. For more tours to choose from, get your eyes on the following:
- 25 Best Sightseeing Tours in Fiji
- 30 Must-Do Guided Tours in Fiji
- The Guide to Taking a Cruise to Fiji
Finally, see more amazing experiences in the 101 Things to Do in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips from The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
- Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Our editorial standards: At Fiji Pocket Guide, we uphold strict editorial standards to ensure accurate and quality content.

About The Author
Robin (Ruveni) C.
This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.





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