The Complete Travel Guide to Denarau Island 🏝️ [2025]

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What to Do on Denarau Island

As the largest tourist hub in the islands of Fiji, there’s almost nothing you can’t do on Denarau Island. Most island excursions to the Mamanuca Islands depart from here, while Denarau itself has a golf course, shopping centre, waterpark, skydive dropzone, and more.

The Top Experiences on Denarau Island

What are the must-dos? Here are some of the Denarau highlights:

• Get some retail therapy at Port Denarau
• Take a day trip out to some stunning islands
• Drink, snorkel and dine at Cloud 9 or Seventh Heaven floating bars
• Experience scuba diving with Whitetip Marine Adventures or Purple Turtle
• Play golf at the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club
• Make a splash at the Big Bula Waterpark
• Hop on a fishing charter
• Take a scenic flight with Heli-Tours Fiji
• Take one of the many exciting day trips from Denarau…

… And the list continues over in our 20 Best Things to Do in Denarau Island.

Rainy Day Activities

Being a tropical getaway, it’s no secret that it rains in Fiji. If you find your trip coinciding with excessive showers, then try these wet weather activities:

• Get muddy on the Go Dirty Quad Bike Tour
• Indulge in some retail therapy at shops like Jack’s of Fiji…

… And much more that we mention in the 10 Things to Do in Fiji on a Rainy Day.

Things to Do at Night

The fun doesn’t have to stop just because the sun has gone down. Denarau has plenty to liven up the evenings with experiences such as:

• Sundowners and creative cocktails at Denarau’s bars
• Experience a Fijian Lovo Night or Polynesian Dance Night at Mamacita Mexican Restaurant
• Be captivated by contemporary Fijian dancing at VOU Hub…

… And find more after-dark entertainment in the 10 Things to Do in Fiji at Night and The Ultimate Guide to Denarau Nightlife.

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Where to Stay on Denarau Island

Aside from our top recommendations listed beside this complete travel guide to Denarau Island, we’ve compiled the best accommodations and resorts based on price, suitability for families or couples, and more premium offerings.

What’s more, each article is written by real travellers rather than some dodgy algorithm! Yay!

• 10 Best Resorts
• 5 Best Self-Catering Accommodations
• 10 Best Luxury Resorts
• 10 Best Family Resorts
• 10 Best Budget Accommodations
• 10 Most Romantic Resorts

And for a comprehensive list, also check out the 10 Best Hotels on Denarau Island.

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Where to Eat on Denarau Island

If you like to experience a new country through its flavours, then you’re onto a good thing with Denarau. Not only does the island have a wide range of eateries and dining experiences, but there’s also a wealth of hands-on food-oriented activities to please any foodie.

Get more advice for foodie travel in Denarau with The Food Guide to Denarau Island: Places to Eat & Food Tours.

The Best Restaurants on Denarau Island

• Bonefish Seafood Restaurant (Port Denarau Marina)
• Vasaqa (Resort Drive)
• Indigo Indian Restaurant (Port Denarau Marina)
• Nadina Authentic Fijian Restaurant (Port Denarau Marina)
• Lomani Wai (Radisson Blu Resort)

Learn more about our top picks in the 10 Best Restaurants in Denarau.

Things to Do on Denarau for Foodies

• Learn to cook Fijian food in a Fijian village on the Great Taste tour with Tourist Transport Fiji
• Try a traditional Fijian “lovo” at Mamacita Mexican Restaurant
• Experience an in-the-water restaurant at the Radisson Blu Resort
• Taste, touch and learn at the Bulaccina Farm Tour
• Visit the Nadi produce markets.

And if that hasn’t made your mouth water enough, then check out our 10 Best Foodie Experiences in Denarau, as well as our Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants in Denarau.

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Luxury Holidays on Denarau Island

This is what a getaway to Denarau Island is all about: luxury. It’s hard to miss it with the five-star resorts, stylish apartments, and a championship golf course, among other luxury activities and services. Denarau truly is a destination where you can treat yourself and your loved ones.

Start planning your luxury getaway with The Luxury Guide to Denarau Island.

Luxury Activities on Denarau

• Unwind with a luxury spa treatment
• Take a scenic flight over the islands of Fiji
• Go on a private fishing charter
• Enjoy a private cruise to secret snorkelling spots
• Play at the Denarau Golf Club.

Like the sound of those? Get more information on luxury tours in our 10 Best Luxury Experiences in Denarau.

Luxury Accommodation on Denarau

Considering Denarau’s accommodation options mainly consist of five-star resorts, if anything you will be spoiled for choice. Take a look at the 10 Luxury Resorts on Denarau Island to pick your dream resort.

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Family Holidays on Denarau Island

The islands of Fiji are renowned for their family-friendly holidays. You’ll be hard-pressed to find better family activities and services than on Denarau Island. Families have access to fantastic kids’ clubs, activities for all ages, and comfortable rooms for any size of tribe.

Start planning your family holiday with The Family Guide to Denarau Island.

Family Activities on Denarau

• Cruise to the islands for snorkelling, kayaking and building sandcastles on the beach
• Make a splash at the Big Bula Waterpark
• Get the kids involved with arts, crafts and more at the resorts’ kids’ clubs
• Fly through the trees on a giant zipline tour
• Experience an alternative “kids’ club” at KIDS CODE CAMP.

And the list goes on! Check it out in our 10 Things to Do in Denarau with Kids and 15 Fun Family Day Trips from Denarau.

Family Accommodation on Denarau

While all the accommodation on Denarau Island caters to families, some go the extra mile for their smaller guests, as well as mum and dad.

Find out some of the best family accommodation options in our 10 Family Resorts on Denarau Island.

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Adults-Only Holidays on Denarau Island

While we have just mentioned how family-friendly the resorts are on Denarau Island, that doesn’t mean that your holiday has to be surrounded by over-enthusiastic children. The resorts on Denarau are very good at keeping holiday groups separate so you can enjoy your “Fiji time” just the way you like it.

Find out more in The Adults-Only Guide to Denarau Island.

Adults-Only Activities on Denarau

• Relax in a pool with a swim-up bar in one of the Denarau resort’s adults-only areas
• Treat yourself to a spa day – see the 10 Best Spas on Denarau Island
• Do a yoga session in the adults-only areas, Pacific Fitness or with Kama Yoga
• Check out the bars and nightlife at Port Denarau
• Take a trip to the private island Malamala Beach Club.

For more ideas and information on each activity, check out the 10 Adults-Only Activities in Denarau.

Denarau Resorts with Adults-Only Areas

As part of the five-star resorts’ exceptional service, there are plenty of adults-only areas, from pools to lounging areas where you can relax in peace. Additionally, some resorts have entire adults-only complexes.

Check them out in our 5 Best Adults-Only Resorts in Denarau.

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Budget Holidays on Denarau Island

Denarau Island might not be the first choice for a budget holiday in Fiji, but most of us appreciate knowing how we can save money at any holiday destination we go to.

So for those days on Denarau where you want to resist splurging but still want to do something fun or want to choose slightly cheaper accommodation options, make sure you read our tips in The Budget & Backpacking Guide to Denarau Island.

Things to Do on Denarau on a Budget

• Check out the sights at the Port Denarau Marina
• Do some resort-hopping
• Make use of the free resort facilities: pool, gym, entertainment programs, etc.
• Take a day trip to Nadi
• Scout out the cheap eats at Port Denarau.

For more inspiration, check out our 15 Free & Cheap Things to Do in Denarau.

Where to Stay on Denarau on a Budget

The accommodation on Denarau Island is by no means “budget accommodation”.

However, we let you know the cheapest resort and apartment options, as well as Denarau alternatives, in our 10 Best Budget Accommodations on Denarau Island.

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Weddings, Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways to Denarau Island

Start the rest of your lives together at one of the premium wedding venues of Denarau Island. Denarau has a wide range of venues, from barefoot beach weddings to sophisticated ballroom celebrations.

As for honeymoons, you’ll find many romantic activities and private accommodation to spend your special time together.

Start planning your romantic getaway with The Romantic Getaway & Honeymoon Guide to Denarau.

Things to Do on Denarau for Couples

• Take a romantic excursion to the Malamala Beach Club
• Indulge in a couple’s massage
• Spend the day on a private sailing charter
• Sail the waters of Fiji on a sunset cruise with Captain Cook Cruises or Yacht Charters Fiji
• Spend the day in one of the adults-only complexes of a five-star resort.

So make your special time away together truly special with these 10 Most Romantic Things to Do on Denarau. Plus, check out the 10 Wedding Venues on Denarau Island.

Romantic Accommodation on Denarau

Whether you’re seeking romance and luxury in your private suite or the dream venue for your wedding, we list your best options in our 10 Most Romantic Resorts in Denarau.