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A full day on Fiji's cutest uninhabited island
South Sea Island Cruise
From FJ$255 per adult8 hours (full day) or 6 hours (half day)Departs Port Denarau Marina
In short
The South Sea Island Cruise is a full-day (8 hour) island day trip from Port Denarau, Nadi, priced from FJ$255 per adult, with a 30-minute catamaran transfer to South Sea Island in the Mamanuca Islands, buffet lunch, snorkelling, a semi-submersible coral viewer and a Fijian Meke performance included.
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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
| Price from | FJ$255 per adult |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 hours (full day) or 6 hours (half day) |
| Departure point | Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, Fiji |
| Departs | 10:00 am (full day) / 12:15 pm (half day) |
| Returns | 6:00 pm |
| Best for | First-time visitors, families and snorkellers wanting a full island day |
| Transfer time | 30 minutes by catamaran from Port Denarau |
| Island | South Sea Island, Mamanuca Islands |
| Maximum guests | 100 |
| Minimum age | No minimum age |
| Meals | Buffet lunch with beer, wine and soft drinks |
| Fuel surcharge | FJ$10 adult / FJ$5 child (5-15) paid at check-in |
The experience
About the South Sea Island Cruise
Gorgeous little South Sea Island is one of the treasures of the Mamanuca Islands. Crystal clear water, coral reefs and thousands of tropical fish surround the tiny island. Peppered with palm trees and ringed by a coral lagoon, uninhabited South Sea Island is truly one of Fiji's gems.
A day trip to South Sea Island is an easy 30-minute ferry ride from Port Denarau Marina with South Sea Cruises. Being so close to Denarau means you can make the most of the day lazing on the beach, snorkelling, diving and enjoying the activities on offer.
The full day cruise means you get to see and do everything the island offers. There is a saltwater swimming pool and free non-motorised watersports including kayaking and sailing. Hammocks sway under the palms, and there is plenty of shade for relaxing between swims.
Discover the underwater world with hours of snorkelling, or stay dry aboard the semi-submersible coral viewer. Introductory diving is a highlight here: start in the pool, then explore the coral gardens, drop-offs and a purposefully sunk shipwreck on a Discover Scuba dive. Although the island is uninhabited, you still get a taste of Fijian culture with a traditional Meke performance and craft market from Monday to Saturday.
The half day cruise is perfect for travellers short on time who still want a taste of the real Fiji, with enough hours ashore for most of the island's activities.
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What the day looks like
Hour by hour
South Sea Island Cruise cruise itinerary
Morning
Hotel pick-up and check-in
Return coach transfers collect you from most Nadi, Denarau, Wailoaloa, Natadola, Momi Bay and Coral Coast hotels for check-in at Port Denarau Marina.
10:00 am
Depart Port Denarau
A 30-minute high-speed catamaran cruise across the Nadi Bay to South Sea Island.
Midday
Island time and Meke
Snorkel the reef, ride the semi-submersible, kayak or swim, then enjoy the buffet lunch with a traditional Fijian Meke performance.
Afternoon
Dive, swim or do nothing at all
Try a Discover Scuba intro dive, take a massage, or claim a hammock under the palms until the return vessel.
6:00 pm
Back at Port Denarau
Return coach transfers deliver you back 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
Full day: return coach transfers to and from Port Denarau for most Nadi, Denarau, Wailoaloa, Natadola, Momi Bay and Coral Coast hotels. Half day: return coach transfers for Nadi, Denarau and Wailoaloa hotels only (Coral Coast, Natadola, Sonaisali and Momi Bay transfers 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 Island Cruise FAQs
How much does the South Sea Island Cruise cost?
The South Sea Island Cruise starts from FJ$255 per adult for the full day cruise, with a child rate for ages 5 to 15 and free travel for children under 5. A temporary fuel surcharge of FJ$10 per adult and FJ$5 per child is paid at the check-in counter.
How long does it take to get to South Sea Island from Denarau?
South Sea Island is a 30-minute catamaran ride from Port Denarau Marina in Nadi, making it one of the closest Mamanuca islands to the mainland.
Is lunch included on the South Sea Island Cruise?
Yes. A buffet lunch with salads is included, along with beer, wine and soft drinks, served alongside a Fijian Meke performance every day except Sunday.
Is South Sea Island good for families with young children?
Yes. There is a complimentary kids club, a saltwater swimming pool, shallow snorkelling and a semi-submersible coral viewer for children who prefer to stay dry. Children under 5 travel free.
Can beginners scuba dive at South Sea Island?
Yes. Discover Scuba intro dives start in the pool before moving to the coral gardens around the island. Certified divers can also do beach dives and explore a purposely sunk shipwreck.
What is the difference between the full day and half day cruise?
The full day cruise departs Port Denarau at 10:00 am and returns at 6:00 pm. The half day cruise departs at 12:15 pm and returns at 6:00 pm, with coach transfers limited to Nadi, Denarau and Wailoaloa hotels.
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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