8 Island Day Trips in Denarau to Build a Day Around

1.Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $90Our pick

Take a pre-booked transfer to Port Denarau, then cruise about 30 minutes by catamaran to Malamala Beach Club. Spend six to seven hours swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, or resting by the infinity pool. Food, drinks, cabanas, and day beds cost extra, while towels, Wi-Fi, and water-sports equipment are included.

“Absolutely beautiful island and people. It’s very well setup and a must not miss. We did the full day tour and booked a day bed by the pool which is also overlooking the ocean. You get snorkeling gear provided and the water is crystal clear with a coral reef and tropical fish. The food was also delicious. Definitely want to come back :)”

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2.Fiji: South Sea Sailing Experience with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 155 reviews · 7 hours · from $124Top rated

Spend seven hours aboard South Sea Cruises’ Sabre catamaran, sailing among Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands. You’ll get morning tea, a chef-prepared buffet, reef snorkeling, paddleboarding, a sand cay stop, and drinks. The lively crew, including names such as Moses, Suka, Ice, and Patrick, add music and warm Fijian hospitality.

“what a perfect day! All of the crew very friendly, & accommodating. Food & beverage service was fantastic! Entertainment was fun, they celebrated our engagement on board! Highly recommend this tour! & Suka was the best!”

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3.Finding Nemo – Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 94 reviews · from $52Best value

From Denarau, ride an air-conditioned catamaran to South Sea Island for snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, pool time, and a semi-submersible reef viewing trip. Hotel transfers, equipment, Wi-Fi, Kids Club access, and drinks are included. The setting is lovely, but the half-day schedule leaves roughly one hour on the island.

“great excursion at a great price. Totally enjoyed it, actually wished it had been a little longer!!!”

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4.Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 76 reviews · 5 hours · from $80

Take a five-hour South Sea Cruises catamaran trip from Port Denarau to Malamala Island. You get return transport, towels, Wi-Fi, snorkeling gear, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboards. Food, drinks, cabanas, and poolside beds cost extra. Expect a polished beach club with a white-sand shore, infinity pool, tropical cocktails, and an adults-only area.

“Amazing - we looooved the snorkling. Never seen anything like it there. The food was really good!! A little to busy as we took the half day trip and all the seats were taken so will definitely upgrade next time.”

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5.Mana Island Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 35 reviews · from $113

Cruise from Denarau, Treasure Island, or Beachcomber Island to Mana Island for up to six hours of swimming, snorkeling, beach time, and resort amenities. A barbecue lunch and snorkel gear are included. Optional extras include parasailing, jet skiing, guided snorkeling, and a semi-submersible coral reef trip.

“Nice day trip however it's a bigger island so probably worth spending a night or two there as well. Weather wasn't the best which prevented us from doing some of the water sports.”

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6.Beachcomber Island Escape – A Perfect Day in Paradise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · from $124

Spend about six hours on Beachcomber Island after hotel pickup and a boat ride from Port Denarau. Your day includes snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat, fish feeding, Kokoda making, basket weaving, coconut work, dancing, turtle-pond viewing, buffet lunch, tea, local beer, house wine, and soft drinks. The group may reach 100 people.

“the island had good snorkeling. food was okay. limited chairs/seating. I feel it should have been longer stay at the island being it took a long time to get on boat/organized/get back, so too little time on island.”

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7.Fiji: Beachcomber Island Day Cruise with Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $142

Spend eight hours sailing from Port Denarau to Beachcomber Island, with snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat, fish feeding, turtle pond visits, Fijian dancing, basket weaving, and a Kokoda cooking class. The $142 price includes resort transfers, meals, drinks, and non-motorized water gear. Bring swimwear, sun protection, and a change of clothes.

“Excellent! Transfers were all on time and loved our day on Beachcomber Island. Great location, relaxing, swimming, snorkelling, fish and turtle feeding, with great service. Only thing I can say was not up to scratch was the food, it was cold and not very pleasant. Overall great day”

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8.Fiji: Mana Island Resort Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4 reviews · 7 hours · from $143

You’ll cruise from Port Denarau to Mana Island Resort on a high-speed catamaran, arriving at 10:45 AM for beach time, pools, snorkeling, and optional water sports. A buffet lunch is included, while drinks and activities cost extra. Return to Port Denarau is scheduled for 6:00 PM.

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