What are the Ferry Passes to Travel Around Fiji?

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Hop-On Hop-Off Ferry Passes

Awesome Adventures, run by South Sea Cruises (just in case you get confused if you get on a South Sea Cruises-branded ferry – you’re probably on the right one), has hop-on hop-off ferry passes and is the only company in Fiji to have as such. Ferries depart from Port Denarau and do runs in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands.

They offer two types of hop-on hop-off ferry passes: the Bula Pass and the Awesome Pass. Both passes are available for 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 days.

The Bula Pass

The Bula Pass allows the pass-holder to use the Awesome Adventures ferry (known as the Yasawa Flyer) as often as they like within the time specified on their pass, i.e. either 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 or 15 days. The pass is activated from the first day you travel and remains active until the last day inclusively.

The ferries run on a scheduled timetable, so as long as you have your Bula Pass and meet the ferry on time, you can get onto the ferry without booking ahead. Bula Passes can be booked online and picked up from the Awesome Adventures check-in desk at the Port Denarau Passenger Terminal.

The Awesome Pass

The Awesome Pass is a more inclusive ferry pass that includes scheduled coach transfers from Nadi and Denarau to and from the ferry, the ability to hop on and off the Awesome Adventures ferry, and stays at selected accommodations.

There are three types of Awesome Passes depending on what quality of rooms you want to stay in for your accommodation:

• Awesome Pass – Dorm – includes accommodation either in a dorm with shared bathrooms
• Awesome Pass – Standard – includes accommodation in a private bure either with shared bathrooms or an ensuite
• Awesome Pass – Upgrade  – includes accommodation in a higher room-category bure such as with ensuite and a beachfront location.

Although you prepay for the Awesome Pass, you must still make reservations for transfers and accommodation at least 24 hours before travel.

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Scheduled Itinerary Ferry Passes

Awesome Adventures also offers set itinerary ferry passes known as Awesome Packages. They are similar to the Awesome Pass in that they include ferry transfers, accommodation and activities. What makes them different, however, is that they set scheduled itineraries, taking you to their suggested islands and staying at their recommended resorts. In short, the Awesome Packages removes the hassle of planning your trip.

Inclusive Packages

Here are some examples of Inclusive Packages with Awesome Adventures:

• Tropical Tempter Package 4 Days | 3 Nights – This package is for those who want to get a taste of the area and includes some great activities.
• Coconut Cruiser Package 7 Days | 6 Nights – Do it all in a week on the most popular Awesome Adventures Fiji package.
• Yasawa Wanderer Package 8 Days | 7 Nights – Full of activities, this package showcases the best the Yasawa Islands offer.

Mini Adventure Packages

There is a handful of Mini Adventure Packages. These are 1 to 3-night trips with ferry transfers, accommodations, meals and activities included. There is the option to add on additional nights in each accommodation. The trips include:

• Short & Shark Package – 3 Days | 2 Night – Visit an island in the Mamanucas and snorkel with sharks in the Yasawas.
• Ultimate Encounters Package – 2 Days | 1 Night – A one-night trip to Barefoot Kuata Resort to swim with sharks.

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Other Ferries and Cruises in Fiji

If the above ferry passes aren’t right for you, then consider one of the other ways to get between Fiji’s islands.

Other Ferries in Fiji

One-way/return transfers between Port Denarau and Malolo Island in the Mamanuca Islands can be organised with Malolo Cat – see How to Take a Ferry to the Mamanuca Islands to compare your options.

There are ferries between Viti Levu, the Lomaiviti Islands, and Vanua Levu, including Interlink Shipping Line and Goundar Shipping, which we go into detail in How to Take a Ferry to Levuka & the Lomaiviti Islands and How to Take a Ferry to Vanua Levu.

Ferries between Taveuni and Vanua Levu are available with Taveuni Princess and Goundar Shipping (see How to Take the Ferry to Taveuni), who also have ferries to Kadavu (see How to Take a Ferry to Kadavu).

Check out the fares for these trips in How Much Do Water Taxis & Ferries Cost in Fiji?

Cruises in Fiji

Fiji has a couple of small-ship cruises sailing the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands throughout the year, as well as to Fiji’s more remote islands on selected dates. This can be an alternative hassle-free way to do some island hopping while staying on the ship for accommodation. Find out more in The Guide to Cruises Around Fiji.

For more ways to travel around Fiji, check out the 20 Ways to Get Around Fiji.