High-speed catamaran cruising past the Mamanuca Islands on the South Sea Combo Cruise in Fiji

Three hours ashore plus an island-hopping sightseeing cruise

South Sea Combo Cruise

From FJ$245 per adult5 hoursDeparts Port Denarau Marina

In short

The South Sea Combo Cruise is a 5-hour day trip from Port Denarau, Nadi, priced from FJ$245 per adult, combining three hours ashore at South Sea Island with a BBQ buffet lunch and a high-speed catamaran sightseeing cruise past Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku islands.

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Select your date and party size below. Prices are in Fijian Dollars (FJD) and confirmation is instant. Check in 30 minutes before departure at Port Denarau Marina, Nadi.

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At a glance

Key facts

Key facts for the South Sea Combo Cruise day trip from Port Denarau, Nadi, Fiji
Price fromFJ$245 per adult
Duration5 hours
Departure pointPort Denarau Marina, Nadi, Fiji
Departs10:00 am
Returns3:00 pm
Best forTravellers who want island time and island sightseeing in one day
Time ashore3 hours on South Sea Island
Islands seenTreasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo, Likuliku
MealsBBQ buffet lunch with complimentary drinks
Minimum ageNo minimum age
ExtrasMassage available on island at additional cost
Fuel surchargeFJ$10 adult / FJ$5 child (5-15) paid at check-in

The experience

About the South Sea Combo Cruise

Explore Fiji's isles on a combination cruise that pairs the outer Mamanuca Islands with three hours ashore at South Sea Island.

On the island, enjoy great snorkelling and watersports or take the semi-submersible ride to see the spectacular coral and fish life. A tasty barbecue lunch is served with a cold Fiji beer or other complimentary drinks.

After lunch, board the South Sea Cruises high-speed catamaran for a cruise around the beautiful Mamanuca Islands. You will see Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku before heading back to Port Denarau. Massage is available on the island at additional cost.

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What the day looks like

Fijian hostess welcoming guests beneath the South Sea Island signDiving instructor teaching guests in shallow turquoise water at South Sea Island

Hour by hour

South Sea Combo Cruise cruise itinerary

  1. 10:00 am

    Depart Port Denarau

    A 30-minute catamaran transfer to South Sea Island.

  2. Morning

    Three hours ashore

    Snorkel the marine sanctuary, ride the semi-submersible coral viewer, kayak or swim in the saltwater pool.

  3. Lunch

    BBQ buffet and Meke

    A barbecue buffet lunch with complimentary drinks and a Fijian Meke performance (except Sundays).

  4. Afternoon

    Mamanuca sightseeing cruise

    Cruise past Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku on the high-speed catamaran.

  5. 3:00 pm

    Return to Port Denarau

    Coach transfers to your hotel.

Good to know

Before you book

What to bring

Sunscreen, sunhat, sunglasses, swimsuit, shorts, t-shirt, beach towel, and a dry change of clothes for the return trip to your hotel.

Transfers

Return coach transfers to and from Port Denarau are included for most Nadi, Denarau and Wailoaloa hotels and resorts. Return transfers from Coral Coast, Natadola and Momi Bay are not included.

Child policy

  • Children 0 to 4 years travel free of charge.
  • Children 5 to 15 years pay the child rate.

Cancellation policy

  • Bookings cancelled within 24 hours of arrival, or no-shows, incur a charge of 100% of the total booking value.
  • No residual refunds for unused components after travel has commenced.
  • Cancellation fees apply to unused components cancelled prior to the original date of travel.
  • All cancellations must be received in writing.

Answers

South Sea Combo Cruise FAQs

What is included in the South Sea Combo Cruise?

Three hours ashore at South Sea Island with snorkelling, watersports, the semi-submersible coral viewer and a BBQ buffet lunch, plus an afternoon sightseeing cruise past the outer Mamanuca Islands and return coach transfers.

How much does the South Sea Combo Cruise cost?

The Combo Cruise starts from FJ$245 per adult, with children 5 to 15 at the child rate and under 5s free. A fuel surcharge of FJ$10 per adult and FJ$5 per child applies at check-in.

Which islands do you see on the Combo Cruise?

The afternoon cruise passes Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku islands in the Mamanuca group.

How is the Combo Cruise different from the South Sea Island Cruise?

The Combo Cruise is a 5-hour day with three hours ashore plus an island sightseeing cruise, returning at 3:00 pm. The South Sea Island Cruise is a full 8-hour day spent entirely on the island, returning at 6:00 pm.

What time does the South Sea Combo Cruise return?

It departs Port Denarau at 10:00 am and returns at 3:00 pm.

Where it happens

Getting to the departure point

Port Denarau Marina

Port Denarau Marina, Denarau Island, Nadi, Western Division, Fiji. Coordinates -17.7727, 177.3835.

Port Denarau Marina is about 20 minutes by road from Nadi International Airport (NAN) and 5 to 10 minutes from the Denarau resorts. Coach transfers from Nadi, Wailoaloa and Denarau hotels are included on most cruises.

Sailing region

The Mamanuca Islands lie west of Viti Levu, 25 to 45 minutes by catamaran from Port Denarau. Named islands in this group include South Sea, Malamala, Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku.

Season note: Fiji's dry season runs May to October with calmer seas; cruises operate year round, weather permitting.

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