5-Day Child-Free Itinerary for Fiji
Ah, paradise without children… Is five days really enough? Oh well, if five days in Fiji is what you have, we’ll make sure you make the most of it with this island-hopping Fiji Adult-Only Itinerary for 5 Days.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a trip with a group of mates, or, ahem… escaping your own kids, this Fiji adults-only itinerary will help you escape from it all and set the tone right by staying exclusively in adult-only resorts.
You’ll be island-hopping through the gorgeous Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands, experiencing activities away from noisy children and activities you wouldn’t usually be able to do with your kids.
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Overview: Fiji Adults-Only 5-Day Itinerary
© FijiPocketGuide.comHow to Get Around Fiji in 5 Days
This 5-day itinerary below involves both land and overwater travel. Here is a quick rundown of how to get around Fiji on a 5-day adult-only getaway.
Road Transport in Fiji
This 5-day island-hopping itinerary has minimal road transfers. You’ll need to get between Nadi International Airport and Port Denarau, where transfers are often included in the catamaran ferry and water taxi transport (see below).
Regardless, there are more ways to get to Port Denarau, which you can investigate in the 5 Ways to Get to Denarau Island.
Overwater Transport in Fiji
This 5-day itinerary incorporates transport by catamaran ferry from Port Denarau. However, a more appropriate option for keeping your trip exclusively “adults only” could be taking a water taxi between the islands.
See the 5 Ways to Get to the Mamanuca Islands for more details. For returning from the Yasawa Islands, we recommend in this itinerary to treat yourself to a helicopter or seaplane experience, ideal for an intimate adults-only holiday.
See the 5 Ways to Get to the Yasawa Islands for more information and alternatives.
Alternatively, you can experience this itinerary on the adults-only Blue Lagoon Cruises, which explores this region – see Cruises Around Fiji: A Full Small-Ship Cruise Comparison to learn more.
For all of your transport options across the islands, check out the Fiji Transport Guide: 20 Best Ways to Get Around Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 1 – Nadi International Airport to the Mamanuca Islands
Travel time: 20 minutes road transfer/35-45 minutes boat transfer
With only five days, you have no time to waste! Catch a catamaran ferry from Port Denarau to your chosen Mamanuca Islands adult-only resort (see below) so you can transition into “Fiji time” as soon as possible.
Secluded on an island with only a handful of other guests, the adult-only resorts in the Mamanuca Islands will surely provide the tranquillity you’re seeking. Take the rest of the day to relax, use the complimentary kayaks and snorkel gear your resort provides, and enjoy a couple of sundowners.
You’ll have more time to experience the Mamanuca Islands tomorrow!
Adults-Only Accommodation in the Mamanuca Islands
- Tokoriki Island Resort
- Matamanoa Island Resort
- Likuliku Lagoon Resort
- Lomani Island Resort
- Tropica Island Resort
For more information, take a look at the 10 Best Adult-Only Resorts in the Mamanuca Islands.
Dining Recommendations
For an unforgettable dining experience, indulge at your chosen resort tonight. Several top-tier resorts offer unique culinary adventures, such as Tokoriki Island Resort‘s trips to Monu Island for snorkelling and a Champagne picnic, Likuliku Lagoon Resort‘s similar experience on private Mociu Island, and Tadrai Island Resort‘s secluded island picnics.
For exceptional on-site dining, try the Fijiana Restaurant at Likuliku Lagoon (where you can order via their in-house app) and the Tokoriki Menu at Tokoriki Island Resort.
For more culinary delights, check out our The Food Guide to the Mamanuca Islands: Places to Eat & Food Resorts.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 2 – Experience the Mamanuca Islands
Today, treat yourself to something you couldn’t do with the kids, such as scuba diving in vibrant coral reefs or hitting one of the famous surf breaks of the area.
If you’re on a romantic getaway, how about hiking hand-in-hand to stunning island viewpoints or spending the day snorkelling at a secluded beach or sandbar?
Check out more recommendations below or The Adults-Only Guide to the Mamanuca Islands for more ideas on what to do.
Adult-Only Experiences in the Mamanuca Islands
- Indulge in a spa treatment at your resort’s adults-only spa
- Cruise out to a secluded sandbar for sensational snorkelling
- Scuba dive at one of the Mamanucas’ 30 dive sites
- Hike to your island’s viewpoint
- Hit insane waves like “Cloudbreak” on a surfing excursion.
For more information on each activity, check out our 10 Adult-Only Activities in the Mamanuca Islands.
Dining Recommendations
You have another night to experience the culinary delights of your chosen adults-only resort. Alternatively, take a trip to Seventh Heaven or Cloud 9 floating bars.
Although the bars aren’t “adult-only”, as you can imagine, adults are its main clientele. Most resorts offer boat trips to the bars close to Malolo Island.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 3 – Mamanuca Islands to the Yasawa Islands
Travel time: 1 hr 15 mins-3 hrs 45 mins
This morning, enjoy a scenic catamaran cruise on the Yasawa Flyer to your chosen adults-only resort in the remote Yasawa Islands. It’s a different pace of life here, where the adult-only resorts are boutique, enhancing the peacefulness of an adult-only holiday.
The island group is home to a range of stunning natural attractions, such as the Blue Lagoon, the Sawa-i-Lau Caves, volcanic islands, vibrant coral reefs and more. See The Adults-Only Guide to the Yasawa Islands for more ideas on what to do.
Adults-Only Accommodation in the Yasawa Islands
- Navutu Stars Resort
- Yasawa Island Resort & Spa
- Turtle Island Fiji
- Viwa Island Resort
- Coconut Beach Resort
For more information on these resorts, take a look at the 5 Adult-Only Resorts in the Yasawa Islands.
Dining Recommendations
The Yasawa Resort‘s all-inclusive restaurant offers a taste of Fiji with fresh fish, crab, and lobster delivered daily by local fishermen.
The diverse menu caters to almost any palate, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. At Viwa Island, seafood takes centre stage, complemented by a range of meat and vegetarian options featuring ingredients from the resort’s own garden.
Navutu Stars offers a variety of al fresco dining settings in their boutique resort, with a breakfast spread that’s sure to excite, including muffins, pancakes, and fresh fruit.
For more dining options, check out The Food Guide to the Yasawa Islands: Places to Eat & Food Resorts.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 4 – Experience the Yasawa Islands
You’ll be glad to spend an extra day on these breathtaking islands. The Yasawa Islands are not a place you’ll want to leave too quickly when there’s snorkelling with manta rays, private island picnics to indulge in, and the Fijian culture to discover. Your resort will be able to organise a kava ceremony or maybe even a traditional feast called a “lovo”.
Adult-Only Experiences in the Yasawa Islands
- Snorkel or scuba dive with one of the adult-only resorts
- Kayak or stand-up paddleboard on the tranquil waters
- Rejuvenate with a morning yoga session
- Treat yourself to a private island picnic with your loved one
- Get involved with the cultural activities at your adults-only resort.
For more information, check out the 10 Adult-Only Activities in the Yasawa Islands.
Dining Recommendations
For a truly unforgettable experience in the Yasawa Islands, indulge in a private beach picnic – a quintessential adults-only activity that’s sure to create lasting memories.
You and your partner are whisked away to a secluded spot, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, with a gourmet feast laid out before you. It’s the epitome of romance and luxury, offered by all the adult-only resorts in the area.
These resorts take care of every detail, from preparing a sumptuous spread to arranging your transportation, ensuring you can simply relax and savour the moment in one of Fiji’s most stunning locations.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 5 – Yasawa Islands to Nadi + Departure
Travel time: 35 minutes
This is the moment when you realise that five days in Fiji is not enough! It might be your last day in Fiji, but make sure you leave in style. Enjoy an intimate transfer flight back to Nadi with Pacific Islands Air, Island Hoppers Fiji, Heli-Tours Fiji or Turtle Airways.
These breathtaking helicopter or seaplane flights soar over the Yasawa and the Mamanuca Islands, giving you a brand new perspective from above. Trust us, there’s nothing like seeing the coral reefs decorating the azure blue waters!
Pacific Island Air, Heli-Tours Fiji and Island Hoppers Fiji will transport you straight to Nadi International Airport, while Turtle Airways will land in Denarau or Wailoaloa and offer road airport transfers, where you can make your connecting flight out of Fiji with ease.
Remember to arrive at Nadi Airport a couple of hours before your scheduled departure so that you have enough time to check in, go through security and browse the duty-free. For a full rundown of what to expect, take a look at Leaving Fiji: Departure Tips & Checklist.
And it’s “sota tale” from Fiji!
Alternative Fiji 5-Day Itineraries
Is this 5-day adults-only itinerary for Fiji not quite speaking to you? How about checking out our alternative itineraries for 5 days:
- Fiji Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 5 Days
- Fiji Luxury Itinerary: 5 Days
- Fiji Food Itinerary: 5 Days
- Fiji Budget & Backpacking Itinerary: 5 Days
- Fiji Family Itinerary: 5 Days
Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed from this Fiji adults-only itinerary, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Adults-Only 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 Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - 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 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])
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