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The Luxury Travel Guide to Nadi

The Luxury Travel Guide to Nadi

© FijiPocketGuide.com
Last Updated: 17 June, 2025

How to Plan a Luxury Getaway to Nadi

You don’t need to travel far from Nadi International Airport before arriving in paradise. Nadi has its own small yet indulgent selection of luxury resorts, allowing you to experience the ultimate fly-and-flop holiday in Fiji.

Treat yourself to your own piece of paradise in an overwater bungalow at the Fiji Marriott Resort, or enjoy a luxurious villa with a private infinity pool at Sapphire Bay Fiji. Wherever you decide to rest for your R&R time, you’ll also have the option to enjoy some exclusive tours, from helicopter flights to heavenly spa treatments.

We’ll go through it all in this luxury travel guide to Nadi.

Before we begin this luxury guide to Nadi, take a moment to bookmark The Complete Luxury Travel Guide to Fiji. Trust us, there are a lot of essential tips there.

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10 Most Luxurious Experiences in Nadi

Indulge in the epitome of luxury during your stay in Nadi. From high-flying adventures to pampering spa treatments, here’s a taste of the most opulent activities this Fijian paradise has to offer. We’ll explore each experience in detail in the guide below, but for now, let’s whet your appetite with these lavish options:

  1. Hire a driver or private tour to see the sights of Nadi
  2. Unwind with a luxurious spa treatment
  3. Take a scenic helicopter flight over the islands
  4. Catch some big game on a private fishing charter
  5. Treat someone special to some fine dining in a private waterfront cabana at the Fiji Marriott Resort
  6. Experience the flavours of Nadi in one of the quality restaurants
  7. Play at Nadi’s prestigious golf clubs
  8. Charter a seaplane
  9. Hire your own private island
  10. Enjoy a private sailing excursion

Learn more about each experience in the 10 Luxury Activities in Nadi. Or simply keep on reading to learn about the highlights…

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How to Get to (and Around) Nadi

Nadi is the arrival city for most vacationers in Fiji, making Nadi International Airport the central hub for transport in the islands of Fiji. With that, there are plenty of options to make your way in and around the city.

See a comprehensive overview in the Nadi Transport Guide or simply view the best options for discerning travellers below.

Flights to Nadi

Direct flights to Nadi International Airport are available from the South Pacific islands, New Zealand, Australia, the US and Asia, with plenty of connections. Check out Which Airlines Fly Straight to Fiji? for tips.

If you are arriving in Fiji via Suva, for example, then domestic flights are your quickest and most convenient option to get to Nadi with a daily flight schedule and flights.

Discover more about flying to Nadi Domestic Airport in The Complete Guide to Domestic Flights in Fiji.

Helicopter/Plane Charters

For a truly spectacular arrival in Nadi, consider taking a helicopter or plane charter. Several companies offer this thrilling transport option, including Island Hoppers FijiHeli-Tours Fiji, and Pacific Island Air. These aerial transfers not only provide a swift journey from across Viti Levu or the outer islands of Fiji but also treat you to breathtaking views.

For more details on charter flight services in Fiji, check out our guides on Where to Hire a Plane or Seaplane in Fiji and Where to Hire a Helicopter in Fiji.

Private Airport Transfers

If your chosen Nadi accommodation doesn’t provide an airport transfer, then choose a private airport transfer that is willing to go the extra mile for your special occasion.

Rosie Holidays, for example, will meet you at the airport with leis and coconut (bu) drinks before taking you to your private air-conditioned vehicle, which is complete with generous legroom and free WiFi.

Check out more recommendations in the 10 Best Airport Transfers in Fiji.

Hiring a Driver

Many of the luxury resorts and hotels in Nadi can organise a private driver for you for the duration of your stay. You will get to go where you want when you want with your own private driver.

Find out more about this transport experience in How to Hire a Driver in Fiji.

Luxury Car Rentals

For a truly independent holiday experience, enjoy the privacy of your own car rental. Car rentals are abundant at Nadi International Airport, with rental companies offering a range of luxury vehicles.

Europcar‘s Prestige range includes BMWs and Ford Mustangs, while Hertz has modern Jeep Compass and Ford Rangers to help you travel Viti Levu in style.

Take a look at The Best Car Rentals in Nadi for a full comparison of car rental companies.

For more details on each transport method discussed, see the Nadi Transport Guide.

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Luxury Spas in Nadi

Nadi is the ultimate destination for a fly-and-flop luxury holiday, especially with quality spas just moments away from the airport. We’ll go through some of the most luxurious options for spa treatments in the Nadi area.

Quan Spa

Unwind in complete serenity and comfort in the Quan Spa of Nadi’s only five-star resort outside of Denarau, the Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. Water is the theme of the Quan Spa experience, with water-inspired decor and spa products using ingredients from the sea.

The extensive spa menu includes a breathtaking selection of touch therapy, enhancements, body, facial, anti-ageing, hands and feet treatments, facial rituals, hair and beauty services and more.

DoubleTree by Hilton Beauty Salon & Spa

Choose between a private massage in the massage bure of the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji – Sonaisali Island or outside in the calming sea breeze. The resort’s beauty salon offers hair and makeup services, as well as a range of pampering treatments.

Day Spas in Nadi

Day spas can be easily found in Nadi, from the airport spa at Spa@TheGate to the Namada Spa at Wailoaloa Beach.

Alternatively, the Island Surf Beauty & Spa offers Nadi pick-ups to get to their spas in Denarau, Martintar and Wailoaloa Beach. And if all that isn’t enough, check out our list of the 10 Best Spas on Denarau Island.

Find out more about our top picks in the 10 Best Spas in Nadi.

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Private Excursions from Nadi

Nothing says luxury like having your very own tour guide taking you on an exclusive trip around Nadi and the surrounding islands of Fiji. Whether it’s by helicopter, boat or car, there are a few ways to make your activities in Nadi super special. We’ll go through some highlights right here.

Scenic Helicopter Flights from Nadi

An extra special way to spend some time in Fiji is in the air on a scenic helicopter flight! Departing from Nadi Airport or Denarau Marina, with accommodation pick-up included, you’ll get to see the stunning islands of Fiji from the most stunning aerial perspective.

There is a range of magnificent scenic flights available with Heli-Tours Fiji, Island Hoppers and Pacific Island Air, or even island excursions where you’ll take a helicopter to the Malamala Beach Club for a romantic and relaxing day on the island.

Check out this Guide to Helicopter Tours in Fiji for more options.

Private Fishing Charters

Enjoy the peace and serenity out on the water while dabbling in reef or game fishing in the Fiji islands.

Private fishing charters are easy to organise with your waterfront resort, or jump on a tour with Reel Fish Fiji or Hidden Gem Fishing Charters departing from the Denarau Marina, just a short drive from Nadi.

A few charters also depart from Wailoaloa Beach, such as with Boast Charters Fiji. You and your party will enjoy an entire vessel to yourself, as well as your own exclusive fishing guide and equipment.

See more of your options in the 10 Best Fishing Charters in Denarau.

Private Sightseeing Tours

Either hire a driver to take you to the highlights of Nadi (see above) or enjoy your own private tour, such as with Excite Tours & Travel or Valentine Tours to the Sabeto Hot Springs, Garden of the Sleeping Giant and a Fijian village.

Don’t worry about the driving and logistics; just let your knowledgeable guide take you to natural hot springs, a tropical rainforest garden, and the village where the first natives landed.

Check out the popular sights in Nadi with our list of the 25 Best Things to Do in Nadi.

More Things to Do in Nadi

The rest of your time in Nadi can be enjoyed by taking a scenic helicopter tour, playing a round of golf at world-class courses, or embarking on a private fishing charter, which you can find out more about in the 10 Luxury Activities in Nadi.

For experiences that don’t necessarily fall into the luxury category but are no less amazing, check out the 20 Best Things to Do in Nadi.

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Luxury Dining in Nadi

A luxurious getaway to Fiji needs to have exquisite food, so check out the restaurants and bars of Nadi’s luxury resorts to experience Nadi’s fine dining scene. Outside of the resorts, fine dining is not part of the Nadi city culture. That’s not to say that there’s no divine food to be sampled! Check out our Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants in Nadi for recommendations. Otherwise, here are some of the most luxurious dining options available in Nadi.

Fine Dining in Nadi’s Luxury Resorts

One of the limited fine dining options outside of Denarau awaits the Fish Bar of the Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. The menu is influenced by local flavours from the land and sea. Either sit in the main restaurant with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean or treat that special someone to a specially crafted five-course meal in a private waterfront cabana.

At the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji – Sonaisali Island, the Tavua Bar & Grill has two seating areas, one in a relaxed setting beside the pool and one on the beach under glorious coconut palms. It makes for a romantic environment at sunset, and the gourmet food is to die for with barbecue-style cuisine.

Great views come with great food at Club 57 & Bistro at the Ramada Suites Wailoaloa Beach. The rooftop restaurant menu has some classically Fijian offerings along with an extensive range of fine wines and cocktails. We recommend the lobster.

Great Restaurants in Nadi

Eat where the locals eat in the city of Nadi. Book a table at the Daikoku Japanese restaurant in Martintar and watch the skilled chefs serve up Fiji seafood, New Zealand lamb and Australian beef teppanyaki-style. They also have a spectacular array of other Japanese delights.

Alternatively, indulge in a delightful culinary experience at Corner Cafe, a popular eatery in Nadi. Book ahead for their high tea experience, savouring some of the most majestic cake decorating on the islands!

For fine dining options near Nadi, head to Denarau and check out our recommendations in Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants in Denarau.

More About Luxury Travel in Fiji

That’s it for our guide to luxury travel in Fiji; for more information about indulgent experiences, check out the following articles:

Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Luxury Travel 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:

Our editorial standards: At Fiji Pocket Guide, we uphold strict editorial standards to ensure accurate and quality content.

About The Author

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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