The Adults-Only Travel Guide to the Mamanuca Islands

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How to Get to the Mamanuca Islands

As the closest island group to the Nadi International Airport, getting to the Mamanuca Islands is a relatively quick process. Transfers to the Mamanuca Island Resorts either depart from Nadi Airport or Port Denarau, so check out our 5 Ways to Get to Denarau Island. As for your adult-only transfers to the Mamanuca Islands, here are your best options:

Water Taxi

Get straight to your desired adult-only resort in no time with a 24-hour water taxi. Most water taxis are best taken from Port Denarau, where your pre-booked service will be aligned with your flight arrival time. Find out more about water taxis in How to Catch a Water Taxi in Fiji.

Helicopter or Seaplane

Treat your loved one or your group to a wonderful scenic experience while getting to your chosen adults-only resort in the Mamanucas. Air operators can transport you from either Port Denarau or Nadi International Airport directly to your resort within 10 minutes. Compare your options in our article, Helicopter Vs. Seaplane for Island Transfers in Fiji.

Ferries

If you can stand to be around kids for around 45 minutes, join one of the high-speed catamaran ferries departing for the Mamanuca Islands from Port Denarau. This shared experience provides a more affordable way to get to your chosen resort, as explained in How to Take the Ferry to the Mamanuca Islands.

For more ways to get to the Mamanucas, check out the 7 Ways to Get to the Mamanuca Islands.

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Spa and Rejuvenation in the Mamanucas

Whatever resort you decide to stay in the Mamanuca Islands, you can be sure that your time during your spa day will be peaceful. All the adult-only resorts listed in this article have their own spa.

Best Adults-Only Spas in the Mamanucas

All guests at the Matamanoa Island Resort receive a complimentary foot spa ritual to ease you into ultimate relaxation at their Veidomoni Spa. Operated by the award-winning Senikai Spa Fiji, the Veidomoni Spa will pamper you among the lush tropical forests with panoramic sea views. As for the Tadrai Island Resort, the Wai Siliva Spa will take you wherever you want to go on the 60-acre (25 ha) island. Or how about enjoying a couples’ massage accompanied by natural Fijian spa products at the Tropica Day Spa of the Tropica Island Resort? Check out all your options in our 10 Best Spas in the Mamanuca Islands.

Fitness and Wellness

There’s plenty of space for fitness on Tokoriki Island, whether it’s going for a morning run in paradise or doing your thing at their fitness platform with TRX straps. Alternatively, check out the 24-hour beachfront bure (bungalow) gym at the Likiliku Resort, which has a large choice of equipment to keep you in shape.

Sports and Games

The Mamanuca’s adults-only resorts give you plenty of ways to get competitive, with many having complimentary access to tennis courts, beach volleyball, beach cricket and much more. Matamanoa has an incredible range of land sports to get stuck into, keeping guests entertained throughout the day. Try beach soccer, petanque, touch rugby, table tennis, board games and “after-dinner games”.

For more on the subject, check out the 10 Glorious Ways to Relax in Fiji, as well as adults-only retreats in The Guide to Wellness Retreats in Fiji.

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Adult-Only Water Activities in the Mamanucas

It’s without a doubt that the adventure is out on the sparkling waters of the Mamanuca Islands. Choose from snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing, fishing and island excursions with your adult-only resort to ensure you’re sharing your trip with either the ones you choose to or with only like-minded adults.

Snorkelling and Scuba Diving

The coral reefs are a must-see in Fiji! Adult-only resorts have reefs for snorkelling just off the beaches, and they offer boat trips to some of the best outer reefs in the Mamanucas. If you’re not into diving, then you will still see an amazing array of tropical fish on guided snorkelling trips, such as Tropica‘s amazing sandbar snorkelling trip or Lomani‘s trips to exotic coral gardens.

Feeling more adventurous? Don’t miss the stunning tropical underwater world in the depths of the Mamanucas. While all resorts offer diving experiences, children can only start diving if they are over 10 years old. Even with that being the case, older kids are usually the ones going for it, making for a more adult-only environment. If you’re looking for diving with adult-only resorts, Subsurface Fiji works with Tropica Island and Likuliku Lagoon Resort to take adventure-seekers to the ocean-side barrier reefs to swim with dolphins, manta rays, turtles and large pelagic fish. Alternatively, Matamanoa Resort works with Purple Turtle, offering adults a range of PADI dive courses, including freediving, and trips to over 30 dive sites in the Mamanucas. Learn more about these operators and more in The Guide to Scuba Diving in Fiji, as well as the top dive sites in the 10 Best Places to Scuba Dive in Fiji.

Surfing

You can bet that the epic waves of the Mamanuca Islands are a kids-free zone. With some of the most challenging and fun waves in the South Pacific just off the coast of the islands, the Mamanucas is the perfect destination for intermediate to experienced surfers. Learn more about it in our 10 Best Surf Spots in the Mamanuca Islands. The best adult-only resorts for surf excursions are the Lomani Island Resort and Tadrai Island Resort. The latter also offers surf lessons.

Fishing

Charter your own fishing boat, guide and equipment and take on the monsters of the South Pacific. Sports fishing is available at the Tokoriki Island Resort, and light tackle reef fishing is available to catch something for dinner. The Tropica Island Resort caters to first-time fishermen with handline fishing and experienced anglers with game and sport fishing charters available. Get on the water and catch the likes of mahimahi, wahoo, giant trevally and much more! Plan more of a vacation surrounding angling in The Complete Guide to Fishing in Fiji.

Island Cruises and Excursions

There’s so much to discover beyond the confines of your resort, so get out on the water and start exploring! Popular trips include excursions to Seventh Heaven and Cloud 9 floating bars, which, although not child-free, are a mostly adult crowd. You can also escape to the serene Malamala Beach Club, which offers plenty of opportunities to escape the crowds between the adults-only pool and the private beach cabanas. We also like the dolphin safaris arranged by the adults-only Lomani Island Resort.

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Adult-Only Land Activities in the Mamanucas

It isn’t just about the water in Fiji. The islands themselves are packed with natural tropical environments to explore and indigenous cultures to discover. Plus, for groups who want to get competitive, resorts have a wealth of free sports equipment so there’s never a dull moment.

Nature and Walks

Delve into the island’s best natural spots on the trails of the Likiliku Lagoon Resort to Jona’s Lookout, the Ridge Track and along Naivaka Beach. Nature lovers will also not want to miss their Fijian Crested Iguana experience, where you’ll tour an iguana sanctuary and their dried forest habitat.

More stunning walking trails await on Matamanoa Island, but for walking with purpose, check out the medicine walk on Tokoriki Island. Or how about capturing some sensational views from the island’s mountain at the Tadrai Resort? See more recommendations in the 5 Best Walks & Hikes in the Mamanuca Islands.

Fijian Culture

The Fijian culture is fascinating to discover and completely accessible from your adults-only resort. Meet Fijian villagers through a guided village tour to learn about the island’s customs and traditions. Lomani Island and Likuliku Resort can take you to visit the Solevu Village, while the Tavua Village, home to most of the Matamanoa Resort staff, is just a short boat ride away. Many of the resorts offer cultural classes for more hands-on experience, such as sarong-tying, weaving, cooking classes, and more. Check out 10 Best Ways to Experience the Fijian Culture for more inspiration.

More Things to Do in the Mamanuca Islands

The rest of your time in the Mamanuca Islands can be enjoyed by indulging in spa treatments, joining sunset cocktail cruises, or experiencing traditional Fijian cultural shows, which you can find out more about in the 10 Adult-Only Activities in the Mamanuca Islands. For experiences that don’t necessarily fall into the adults-only category but are no less amazing, check out the 20 Best Things to Do in the Mamanuca Islands.

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Adults-Only Dining in the Mamanucas

No high-chairs, no tantrums… Just fun and sophistication await at the adult-only restaurants and bars of the Mamanuca Islands. Whether you want to meet other couples at social restaurants or treat your loved one to a private dining experience, it’s all possible in the Mamanucas.

Adult-Only Restaurants

Enjoy al fresco dining with views over the ocean at the Fijiana Restaurant of the Likuliku Lagoon, which serves creative meals made from local seafood, tropical fruits, and more. There’s something for all palettes at Lomani‘s The Flame Tree, from American breakfasts to traditional Fijian kokoda and Indo-Fijian curries. Share a teppanyaki experience with seating for only four couples at Oishii Teppanyaki, Tokoriki Island. Finally, for more casual dining, check out the Sunset Bar of the Tropica Island Resort with fantastic Fijian tapas and antipasto plates.

Private Dining

Enjoy ultimate serenity with the private dining experiences available in the Mamanuca Islands. Treat that special someone to a private beach picnic lunch and Campagne with Tokoriki Island Resort. The team will transport you to the serene Monu Island for four hours to beachcomb, snorkel and indulge in divine food.

Dine under the stars on one of the Likuliku Resort‘s outdoor beachside decks as you indulge in the resort’s fine dining menu. Or enjoy some in-villa indulgence in your own bure or villa at the Tokoriki Island Resort, complete with a personal butler and serenaders.

For more dining options, be sure to check out The Food Guide to the Mamanuca Islands.

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Honeymoons and Weddings in the Mamanucas

Finally, many couples choose the “adults-only” experience for a special occasion, like a Fijian wedding or honeymoon. The adult-only resorts in the Mamanucas specialise in romance, with many having breathtaking honeymoon suites and wedding venues.

Because there are so many options and sensational wedding and honeymoon resorts to unpack, check out our Wedding & Honeymoon Guide to the Mamanuca Islands to start planning your special occasion.