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How to Experience the Breathtaking Islands of Fiji in a Day
You don’t have to stay at an island resort to experience a new idyllic island for the day. In Fiji, it’s possible to take catamaran ferries, schooners, yachts and even private vessels to one of the idyllic islands for a day of adventure or relaxation – you choose! Most island day trips in Fiji occur in the Mamanuca Islands, departing from Port Denarau or one of the other islands in the Mamanucas. While this list isn’t all-inclusive, we aim to show you variety to get an idea of the amazing Fiji island day trips available. So, take a look at some of our top recommendations in this list of the best island day trips in Fiji!
Note that all of the day trips listed below are around six to eight hours long. While non-motorised watersports equipment is usually free to use on the islands, any motorised watersports activities will require an additional fee.
1. Mamanuca Islands Package – Vuda Water Taxi & Island Hopping Fiji
Immerse in the excitement of a half-day or full-day island-hopping excursion, such as the “Mamanuca Islands Package” with Vuda Water Taxi & Island Hopping Fiji. The package includes a tour of the Survivor location on Mana Island, a visit to the famous Monuriki Island as made famous in the Tom Hanks movie Castaway, and a pristine snorkelling experience at Tokoriki Island where you might encounter Nimo the clownfish. Alternatively, another sought-after option is “The Local Reef Package“, featuring an adventure around Treasure, Serenity and Beachcomber islands. Learn more about these exciting Fiji island day trips and more at vudawatertaxi.com.fj.
Location: Vuda Water Taxi provide transfers from the Nadi/Denarau area and departs from Vuda Marina, central west coast of Viti Levu.
© Vuda Water Taxi & Island Hopping Fiji2. Tivua Island Day Cruise – Captain Cook Cruises
Sail the Mamanuca Islands in style on a tall ship cruise with Captain Cook Cruises. Their “Tivua Island Day Cruise” (available to book on Viator and Klook) takes beach lovers, scuba divers and sun-seekers to their private island for a day of doing whatever you like! You’ll be greeted onto the island with a traditional kava ceremony, then you have the choice of snorkelling, kayaking, sunbathing or checking out the fish through a glass-bottom boat. Whatever you end up doing, you’ll be certainly well-fed with morning tea, afternoon tea, a barbecue buffet lunch and unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks all included!
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Transfers from the Nadi/Denarau area are available.
© Captain Cook Cruises3. Kuata Island Day Trip – South Sea Cruises
Jump on board the South Sea Cruises‘ fast catamaran excursion to the Yasawa Islands! You’ll get dropped off at Kuata Island for the day to enjoy exploring the volcanic island on the walking trails or borrowing snorkelling gear to explore the underwater world. Your stay also includes a two-course lunch at the island’s resort, before you’re picked up by the ferry for the return journey through the Mamanuca Islands.
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Transfers from the Nadi/Denarau area are available.
© South Sea Cruises4. Snorkel Day Cruise – Whale’s Tale
A boat with a difference, Whale’s Tale is a schooner with picture-perfect sails to take you through the Mamanuca Islands. On their day cruise to “Snorkel Island”, you’ll indulge in a Champagne breakfast before arriving at the uninhabited island. There, you’ll enjoy a day of snorkelling (gear included) and replenishing with complimentary drinks and a barbecue lunch on the beach.
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Transfers from the Nadi/Denarau, Coral Coast and Lautoka are available.
© Whale's Tale Cruise5. Honeymoon Island Cruise – Vacala Bay Resort
Not all cruises depart from Viti Levu, with many resorts in Fiji’s outer islands offering their own in-house island day trips. For instance, take a look at the “Honeymoon Island Cruise” with Vacala Bay Resort on Taveuni. The resort has a private sailing catamaran for one of their full-day or half-day sailings around Taveuni’s surrounding islands. The Honeymoon Island Cruise is the half-day option, taking private groups or couples to an off-shore island with excellent snorkelling and exploring via stand-up paddleboard. Onboard, you’ll enjoy lunch, a bottle of wine and sunbathing on the sailing yacht’s expansive nets. Check out more reasons to spend your Fiji vacation on Taveuni in the 25 Best Things to Do on Taveuni. Plus, learn more about Vacala Bay Resort’s sailing holidays on LOOPING in the 10 Best Sailing Tours in Fiji.
Location: Vacala Bay Resort, northwest coast of Taveuni.
© Vacala Bay Resort6. Serenity Island Shared or Private Day Trip – PJ’s Sailing Adventures
Available as a small-group tour or, for a touch of luxury for your family or holiday group, as a private charter day trip, consider the “Serenity Island Day Trip” with PJ’s Sailing Adventures. As you sail on the schooner “Pelorus Jack” to Serenity Island, you’ll be treated to refreshments of morning tea and tropical fruit. You’ll stop by a prime snorkelling location for a dip with the fish before arriving at one of the Mamanucas’ glorious islands. There, you have the rest of the day to swim, sunbathe and indulge in a beachside buffet! The return journey is just as fun, accompanied by cultural demonstrations like weaving and singing. For a private experience, see the “Serenity Island Private Day Trip“.
Location: Tours depart from Booth 8, Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu.
© PJ's Sailing Adventures7. Robinson Crusoe Island Day Trip – Rosie Holidays
Get the full stunning-island-and-Fijian-cultural experience all in one trip to Robinson Crusoe Island. Also known as Likuri Island, the island is just a few miles north of Natadola Beach with Rosie Holidays offering a myriad of ways to experience the island. Spend half a day chilling at the on-island resort with kayaks and snorkelling gear available, join a Fiji culture tour, join in on a village and mud crab tour, or arrive after a sunset cruise for a fire dancing show! Day and night tour combos are also available. Find out more about these island tours on Viator and Klook.
Location: The boat departs from Natadola, Coral Coast, southwest coast of Viti Levu. Nadi and Coral Coast accommodation pick-ups are included.
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© Rosie Holidays8. Fijian Day Cruise – Cruisin Fiji
Island-hop for the day around the idyllic islands of the Mamanucas with Cruisin Fiji. Their 8-hour day trip offers pick-ups from Denarau resorts, before hopping on the boat to explore the Mamanuca Islands. First, you’ll cruise around Sand Island stopping for some swimming/snorkelling, before checking out a deep-sea cove at Monu Island. Also on the itinerary is Monuriki Island where the movie Castaway was filmed and where you’ll feast on a traditional Fijian “lovo” lunch.
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Denarau resort transfers are available.
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© Cruisin Fiji9. Castaway Island Day Trip – South Sea Cruises
Another day trip with South Sea Cruises, the “Castaway Island Day Trip” (available on Viator and Klook) takes you to the tiny Qalito Island. The island is renowned for its palm-fringed beach, snorkelling among the corals, and watersports activities, such as kayaking, windsurfing and banana boats. Make use of Castaway Island Resort‘s facilities, such as the swimming pool and beachside restaurant. There’s also a fun and educational kids’ club, should Mum and Dad want to take part in one of the more “extreme” activities or indulge in an island spa treatment. Speaking of trips for families, take a look at the 10 Best Things to Do in Fiji with Kids.
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Transfers from the Nadi/Denarau area are available.
© South Sea Cruises10. Mana Island Day Cruise – South Sea Cruises
Finally, one last island in the Mamanuca Islands that’s well worth checking out is Mana Island. Board the South Sea Cruises ferry, where they’ll drop you off at Mana Island to explore at leisure. The island is home to the Mana Island Resort, lined by a gorgeous white-sand beach. You’ll have free use of the pool, loungers and snorkelling gear to explore the reefs among crystal-clear waters. Mana Island is also one of the 10 Survivor Locations in Fiji should you be a fan! A barbecue lunch is also included in the excursion. Tours are available to book on Viator and Klook.
Location: Tours depart from Port Denarau, Denarau Island, Nadi, northwestern side of Viti Levu. Transfers from the Nadi/Denarau area are available.
© South Sea CruisesMore About Island Day Trips in Fiji
That’s it for the best island day trips in Fiji. For more ways to experience the islands of Fiji, take a look at the following guides:
Finally, discover more amazing experiences in the 101 Things to Do in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips from The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.
