How to Catch a Water Taxi in Fiji: The Complete Guide

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Water Taxis in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands

The only places where you can find real water taxis in Fiji are Port Denarau Marina, Vuda Marina and Wailoaloa. There are flexible boat services that can take you from these marinas to the Mamanuca and Yasawa resorts, as well as between islands in the Mamanucas and Yasawas. There are two main water taxi companies in Denarau: Mamanuca Express and SeaFiji, as well as a water taxi from Vuda or Wailoaloa, Vuda Water Taxis.

Mamanuca Express

Based in Port Denarau, the Mamanuca Express services almost all resorts in the Mamanuca Islands, as well as the islands of Viwa and Nanuya in the Yasawa Islands. They have a range of boats available, from a 33-passenger fast water taxi and a smaller 12-passenger vessel. What’s more, the company draws on almost 30 years of experience in the sea transport industry.

SeaFiji

SeaFiji offers transfers from Port Denarau and Vuda Marina, with road transfers from Nadi International Airport too. SeaFiji not only services most of the Mamanuca resorts but also provides water taxis for most of the Yasawa Islands resorts. Sea Fiji positions itself as a smaller, more personalised charter service, appealing to those who want to avoid large crowds.

Vuda Water Taxis

For a fun and comfortable water transfer, look no further than the charming Vuda Water Taxis. Operating out of Vuda Marina, just a 20-minute drive north of Nadi Airport, as well as Wailoaloa Beach in Nadi, this adorable 23-foot vessel (aptly named “Taulelei”, which means “adorable and unstoppable” in Tuvaluan) is designed to cater to your every need. With a capacity of up to six passengers, you’ll enjoy the utmost privacy and comfort during your journey.

Learn more about water travel costs in How Much Do Water Taxis & Ferries Cost in Fiji?

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How to Get a Water Taxi

Water taxis in Fiji run on demand. In other words, they don’t run on a schedule. For this reason, water taxis must be booked in advance.

Bookings can be made directly through the company websites, over the phone, via email, and through travel agents. Mamanuca Express and SeaFiji also have a booking desk at the passenger terminal at Port Denarau Marina.

As both Mamanuca Express and SeaFiji operate 24/7, bookings can be made for these water taxi services for any time.

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Boat Transfers for Other Islands in Fiji

If the water taxis in Fiji don’t sound like your thing, there are alternative boat transfers available to get between islands, including ferries and resort transfers.

Ferries in Fiji

Scheduled ferry services run between Port Denarau and the resorts in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands, as well as between Suva and Vanua Levu, Taveuni, the Lomaiviti Islands, Kadavu and the Lau Islands. There’s a lot to get through when it comes to ferry travel, so lLearn more about taking ferries with The Guide to Travelling in Fiji by Ferry.

Resort Boat Transfers in the Mamanuca Islands

Some resorts located on offshore islands operate their own resort transfers, either on-demand or on a schedule, depending on the resort. For instance, the following Mamanuca resorts can arrange private transfers from Port Denarau to their resorts via their private boats:

1. Musket Cove Resort
   Runs a private boat transfer to its resorts on Malolo Lailai Island, as well as to Lomani Island and Plantation Island Resorts.
2. Likuliku Lagoon Resort
   This luxury adults-only resort operates its own boat transfers from Port Denarau to the resort.
3. Malolo Island Resort
   Malolo Island Resort provides private boat transfers for its guests.
4. Vomo Island Resort
   Vomo offers exclusive speedboat transfers for its guests from Port Denarau.
5. Tokoriki Island Resort
   This adults-only resort operates its own boat transfers to and from Port Denarau.
6. Matamanoa Island Resort
   Matamanoa provides private boat transfers for its guests.
7. Castaway Island Resort
   While they also use South Sea Cruises, Castaway Island offers private speedboat transfers upon request.
8. Wadigi Island Resort
   This exclusive private island resort provides its own boat transfers for guests.

Resort Boat Transfers in the Rest of Fiji

A popular boat transfer across the rest of Fiji’s island groups, mainly because it is often the only option to get to more remote resorts, will be with your chosen accommodation provider. Resort transfers are available to pick up guests from the nearest wharves or airports of your chosen island group on an arrangement basis. You need to let your accommodation know your arrival times and departure times from connecting ferries and flights, and they will organise the appropriate water and land transport for you.

We recommend asking your chosen accommodation if they offer resort transfers.