20 BEST Things to Do in Denarau 🏝️ [2025]

Last Updated: 25 June, 2025

The Top Tours, Attractions and Activities in Denarau

Let’s cut straight to the chase. The best thing to do in Denarau is to do whatever you want to do! The manmade island made up of five-star resorts prides itself on catering to every holidaymaker’s needs, whether you want to spend your “Fiji time” relaxing with the family or seeking adrenaline activities with your mates.

The activities listed below are not the only things you can do from Denarau, as most inland tours on the eastern side of Viti Levu will do hotel pick-ups from Denarau.

For more of those activities, check out 20 Things to Do in Nadi and 20 Things to Do on the Coral Coast. But if the decision fatigue is getting to you, don’t worry. We have a list of the best things to do in Denarau to help!

While you’re here, you might want to explore more options with our Complete Guide to Denarau Island and The Best Day Trips from Denarau.

1. Enjoy an Island Day Trip (Including Snorkelling, Kayaking and More)

Port Denarau Marina is one of the main connections between Fiji’s main island and the glorious outer islands of the Mamanucas. With that, day trips to gorgeous sandy islands with resorts surrounded by coral reefs are abundant in Denarau.

For instance, try a day cruise to Tivua Island with Captain Cook Cruises or to South Sea Island with South Sea Cruises. Trips often include a mix of snorkelling, kayaking, drinks, lunch, cultural activities and/or glass-bottom boat tours.

Alternatively, South Sea Cats also offers a 3-hour island day trip with new catamarans featuring slides, snorkelling at sandbars, drinks onboard, and no island stops—perfect for active travellers. Morning and afternoon trips are available.

Check out our 10 Best Island Day Trips in Fiji for inspiration on islands to visit.

Location: Mamanuca Islands. Boat trips depart from Port Denarau Marina.

20 BEST Things to Do in Denarau 🏝️ [2025]

2. Relax, Drink, Snorkel and Dine at the Floating Bars

Two of the most iconic and unique bars in Fiji, Cloud 9 and Seventh Heaven are floating bars in the Mamanuca Islands – just a short boat journey from Port Denarau Marina. Boat trips depart daily to take keen sun-seekers and cocktail-sippers to these floating paradises, which serve up wood-fired pizzas at Cloud 9 or an à la carte menu at Seventh Heaven, as well as drinks from all over the world.

Both venues offer similar experiences, allowing you to hire snorkelling gear to explore the coral below or simply kick back on one of the two levels with day beds.

Whether you choose Cloud 9 or Seventh Heaven, you’re guaranteed a unique and unforgettable day out on the crystal-clear waters of Fiji.

Location: Mamanuca Islands. Boats depart from Port Denarau Marina.

3. Get Some Retail Therapy

Just next to Denarau Marina, Port Denarau is the largest resort town in the South Pacific! That means great shopping!

Browse Fijian souvenirs, arts and crafts, clothing, wines and foodie treats at the many outlets and duty-free stores – see Where to Buy the Best Souvenirs in Fiji for our favourite stores.

Of course, there are plenty of restaurant options too, giving you something to experience beyond your resort. You have more than 10 restaurants to choose from. Check out our top picks in our Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants in Denarau.

Location: Port Denarau Shopping Centre, Denarau Island.

4. Do Some Resort-Hopping by Bus or on Foot

Honestly, you could spend a whole day checking out all the amazing 5-star resorts around Denarau Island! Either get yourself a Bula Bus pass to make your way from resort to resort on the hop-on-hop-off bus or simply walk from resort to resort (for more ways to stretch your legs, check out the 5 Best Walks from Denarau).

Jump between the Sheraton, Westin, Radisson Blu, Hilton, The Terrace, Wyndham and The Palms and enjoy their pools, shops and restaurants.

Learn more about these resorts in our 10 Best Resorts in Denarau Island.

Location: Resort Drive, Denarau.

5. Experience Fiji Scuba Diving

Speaking of day trips on the water, another way to experience Fiji’s glistening tropical waters is through scuba diving.

Experience a vibrant ecosystem filled with corals, fish, and more on a scuba safari with Whitetip Marine Adventures. They offer both introductory diving trips and trips for certified divers.

Alternatively, Purple Turtle Diving offers a comprehensive diving experience catering to both beginners and experienced divers. They operate at well-known dive sites such as Namotu and Tavarua.

One of the highlights of their offerings is diving at a shipwreck site, where you can explore a 27-m B26 Bomber at depths ranging from 21 m and 15 m, depending on your certification level.

Learn more about what to expect in The Guide to Scuba Diving in Fiji.

Location: Mamanuca Islands. Boats depart from Port Denarau Marina. Pick-ups are included from Denarau and Nadi accommodations.

6. Go Jet Skiing

For a fun, fast-paced way to get out on the water, hire a jet ski or jump on a jet ski tour! From short blasts by the hour to full-day jet ski island excursions, there are multiple options available, such as the 1 hr 30 mins jet ski tours to the Mamanuca Islands departing from the Hydro Water Sports base at the Radisson Blu Resort Denarau.

You can also organise jet skiing tours through Cloud 9 to either Modriki Island or the famous Cloudbreak surf spot and surrounding islands.

Location: Radisson Blu Resort Denarau, Resort Drive, Denarau or Cloud 9 (see above).

7. Play Some Golf

Yes, Denarau even has its own championship golf course. Enjoy a complex game with plenty of fun water hazards on the par 72 courses at the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club.

There’s also the option to take golf lessons, hire electric carts, and check out the golf shop and rental shop. It’s not all about serious golf, though. It’s fun to play a few games at the mini-golf course in Denarau too.

For more about playing golf in Fiji, see The Complete Guide to Golf in Fiji.

Location: Resort Drive, Denarau Island.

8. Make a Splash at the Waterpark

With gorgeous weather, Fiji is an ideal place for some water park fun! Needless to say, this option is great for kids. Big Bula Waterpark claims to be the largest inflatable water park in the world, home to some gargantuan waterslides!

There’s something more relaxed in the kiddie’s pool, and there’s something for the parents to try at the mechanical surfboard (think of the mechanical bulls you find in bars!)

There’s also a cafe, ice creams and a fully licensed bar, so no one will judge you if you want to stay there all day. The water park is open year-round.

Location: Jayant Road, Denarau Island.

9. Experience Game Fishing

We’re not joking when we say there are tons of fishing trips leaving Denarau. There’s a fishing trip for everyone, with reef fishing for the family to catch the whoppers in game fishing (seriously, check out What Types of Fish Can You Fish For in Fiji!).

Everything that you will need for the day is organised for you: refreshments, all the gear and an experienced guide. All you need is a sense of adventure, an angler’s arm (and maybe some sunscreen).

Find out more about Fiji fishing in The Complete Guide to Fishing in Fiji and compare trips in the 10 Best Fishing Trips from Denarau.

Location: Mamanuca Island. Boats depart from Port Denarau Marina.

10. See the Islands from the Sky

One of the best perspectives of the paradise islands of Fiji is from the sky. Join Heli-Tours Fiji for their helicopter trips out of Denarau, where you’ll get to see the islands in style.

With Pacific Island Air, you can land at one of the tranquil islands for the day, such as Sawa-I-Lau, or even see the Blue Lagoon, or just enjoy the view on a 20-minute to a 1 hr 30 min flight.

No two trips are the same, as the pilot usually asks what sort of things you’d like to see before departure. Note that flights require a minimum of two passengers to go ahead.

See more experiences like this in the 10 Best Luxury Experiences in Denarau.

Location: Heli-Tours Fiji – Narewa Road, Denarau. Pacific Island Air – Nadi Airport, transfers from Denarau resorts can be arranged.

11. Skydive Over the Islands

Jump from either 8,000 ft or 13,000 ft (2,500-4,300 m) with Skydive Fiji! Record the whole experience with a hand-cam or your own dedicated cameraman!

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of free-falling at 200 kph (125 mph) with views of coral reefs, turquoise waters and stunning islands.

If your budget allows it, there’s even the option to skydive onto an outer island and then stay at an island resort! What an entrance!

Learn more in The Best Places to Do Skydiving in Fiji.

Location: Narewa Road, Denarau. Pick-ups are available from Nadi and Denarau.

12. Do Some Kayaking

Where there’s water, there are kayaks to be hired! Most resorts on the beach will have kayaks for hire so you can explore the coast.

Alternatively, choose a day cruise (see #4) where kayaking is available to see coral reefs from the water’s surface and explore the volcanic islands of Fiji.

Location: See the resorts in the 10 Best Resorts in Denarau Island or day trips with kayaking included in 10 Best Island Day Trips in Fiji.

13. Treat Yourself at the Spa

Giving you the most relaxing experience possible is what Denarau Island does best. The island has more than 10 spas, from the luxurious tropical plant paradise of the Heavenly Spa by Westin to the quick treatment go-to at the Island Surf Beauty & Spa.

We also love Oasis Spa, nestled in a quiet corner of Port Denarau Shopping Centre, with its skilled masseuses offering alternative treatments like the Fijian bobo.

Location: Check out all your options, including locations in our 10 Best Spas on Denarau Island.

14. Experience Denarau Dining

Port Denarau boasts a varied dining scene in Fiji, offering a smorgasbord of culinary delights beyond the resort walls.

While the Radisson Blu Resort Denarau impresses with six pristine dining locations, including the Chantara Thai Restaurant and the unique Loma Ni Wai (meaning “in the water”), the island’s gastronomic adventures extend far beyond.

Our favourites include Bonefish Seafood Restaurant for fresh catches, Indigo Indian Restaurant for aromatic curries, and Cantina for their insanely indulgent sundaes. From buffets to à la carte, family-friendly eateries to adults-only bars, and ocean views to literally dining in the water, Denarau truly is a food lover’s paradise!

For more delectable options, check out our guide to The Best Eats & Restaurants in Denarau.

Location: All over Denarau Island! See the link above for recommendations and their locations.

15. Try a Traditional Fijian “Lovo”

A cooking method used for hundreds of years; a lovo is food slow-cooked in an underground oven. The result is a smokey melt-in-your-mouth meal of succulent meats and tropical vegetables.

Many resorts on Denarau offer lovo nights with an unveiling of the lovo before a lovo buffet feast. Try the Lovo Night at Mamacita Mexican Restaurant, which involves a traditional Fijian feast cooked in an authentic earth oven, accompanied by a Fijian meke performance.

Alternatively, tours to the Fiji Culture Village offer an immersive night of culture as you visit a traditional-style village and watch fire dancing and meke cultural performances concluding with a lovo feast.

See more experiences like this in the 10 Best Foodie Experiences in Denarau.

Location: Mamacita – Entrance of the Wyndham Resort, Resort Drive, Denarau Island. Fiji Culture Village – Navo, Nadi. Transfers from Denarau Island resorts are available.

16. Unwind in One of the Resorts’ Adults-Only Areas

You’ve probably heard about how family-friendly Denarau Island is, but couples and adult groups have it pretty darn good too!

While some resorts like the Radisson Blu Resort and the Sheraton Fiji Resort have cute and quiet adults-only areas, the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Hilton Fiji Beach Resort have full-blown adults-only complexes where you will spend the day in pure luxury!

Find out more about these experiences in our 10 Adult-Only Activities in Denarau.

Location: Radisson Blu Resort, Sheraton Fiji Resort, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Hilton Fiji Beach Resort, Resort Drive, Denarau Island.

17. Have a Romantic Dinner at a Private Waterfront Table

Celebrate that special occasion or just the fact that you’re with your favourite people with your own private restaurant service.

The Radisson Blu Resort and Sofitel Fiji Resort both offer private dining experiences where you’ll dine by the waterfront and be served by a personal butler. It makes for a romantic evening with your loved one.

Check out more experiences like this in our 10 Romantic Things to Do in Denarau.

Location: Radisson Blu Resort and Sofitel Fiji Resort, Resort Drive, Denarau Island.

18. Take the Kids to the Kids’ Club!

Most of the Denarau resorts have fantastic (and free) kids’ clubs that keep the young ones entertained all day long! There are usually two age ranges to choose from so your kids can mingle with others their own age.

As for the activities, there’s a wide range to keep them busy, from crab racing to treasure hunts to learning Fijian dances and war chants!

Location: See the 5 Best Kids’ Clubs in Denarau for locations.

19. Join in on the Activities of the Adults’ Programme

It’s not just the kids that get to hang out, the adults have the opportunity to meet some like-minded holiday-goers too with the resorts’ adults’ programmes.

Join in on some sports like volleyball, croquet or aerobics or watch cultural ceremonies. Ask at your resort’s reception for the full itinerary.

Location: Inquire with the resorts listed in the 10 Best Resorts in Denarau Island.

20. Have a Pool Day

Let’s be honest, who isn’t going to do this during their stay on Denarau Island? Guests at any accommodation on Denarau Island are spoiled for choice with luxury outdoor pools and often several different pools to choose from!

There’s a range of kids’ pools, adults-only pools, lagoon-style pools, lap pools and much more. So enjoy a shameless day by the pool doing absolutely nothing!

For more like this, check out the 15 Free & Cheap Things to Do in Denarau.

Location: Every resort in Denarau, Resort Drive, Denarau Island.

More Must-Dos and Things to Do in Denarau

That’s it for our list of the best things to do in Denarau but it’s by no means the end of our advice! Check out the guides below to help plan more of your trip to Fiji’s most popular island:

Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Travel Guide to Denarau Island.

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])
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])
Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])

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Laura (Lora) S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor in chief and co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Fiji. She knows the islands inside-out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Fiji’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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