Guests sliding off a catamaran's giant inflatable slide into turquoise Fijian water

Giant inflatable slide, sandbar snorkelling, half a day

South Sea Cats – Ride & Slide

From FJ$225 per adult4 hours 30 minutes (afternoon) / 2 hours 30 minutes (morning)Departs Port Denarau Marina

In short

South Sea Cats Ride & Slide is a half-day catamaran trip from Port Denarau, Nadi, priced from FJ$225 per adult, running 2.5 hours in the morning or 4.5 hours in the afternoon, with a giant inflatable slide, a Mamanuca sandbar stop, snorkelling gear, paddle boards, food and drinks 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

Key facts for the South Sea Cats – Ride & Slide day trip from Port Denarau, Nadi, Fiji
Price fromFJ$225 per adult
Duration4 hours 30 minutes (afternoon) / 2 hours 30 minutes (morning)
Departure pointPort Denarau Marina, Nadi, Fiji
Departs12:15 pm (afternoon trip)
Returns4:45 pm
Best forActive travellers, teens and families wanting a short, fun half-day on the water
Trip optionsMorning 2.5 hours or afternoon 4.5 hours
DestinationMamanuca Islands sandbar and reef
Minimum age3 years
EquipmentInflatable slide, snorkelling gear, paddle boards
MealsMorning tea or light lunch, plus drinks
Fuel surchargeFJ$10 adult / FJ$5 child (3-15) paid at check-in

The experience

About the South Sea Cats – Ride & Slide

Slide down a giant inflatable slide straight into Fiji's crystal-clear water and watch the vibrant underwater world come to life on this fast, fun half-day trip.

The afternoon adventure takes you to a sandbar in the Mamanuca Islands for snorkelling, swimming and sliding. After lunch, relax and enjoy the views as the catamaran cruises past the resorts of the Malolo region on the way back to Port Denarau.

The morning trip is a shorter 2.5-hour version with morning tea, ideal if you want to be back at your hotel by lunchtime.

Postcards

What the day looks like

Catamaran anchored at a Mamanuca sandbar with an inflatable slide deployedSnorkellers exploring a shallow tropical reef in Fiji

Hour by hour

South Sea Cats – Ride & Slide cruise itinerary

  1. 12:15 pm

    Depart Port Denarau

    Board the South Sea Cats catamaran and cruise out towards the Mamanuca Islands.

  2. At anchor

    Slide, snorkel and paddle

    The giant inflatable slide goes in the water alongside paddle boards and snorkelling gear at a sandbar and reef.

  3. Afternoon

    Light lunch and drinks

    Light lunch served on board with soft drinks, local beer and house wine.

  4. 4:45 pm

    Scenic cruise home

    Cruise past the Malolo region resorts on the return to Port Denarau.

Good to know

Before you book

What to bring

Towel, swimwear (best worn before boarding as changing space is limited), a small bag, sunscreen and a hat.

Transfers

Return pre-booked coach transfers to and from Port Denarau are included for most Denarau, Wailoaloa and Nadi hotels and resorts.

Child policy

  • Infants 2 years and under are not permitted on this trip.
  • Children 3 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 Cats – Ride & Slide FAQs

How much is the South Sea Cats Ride & Slide trip?

Ride & Slide starts from FJ$225 per adult, with a child rate for ages 3 to 15 and a fuel surcharge of FJ$10 per adult and FJ$5 per child paid at check-in.

How long is the Ride & Slide cruise?

The morning trip runs about 2.5 hours and the afternoon trip about 4.5 hours, departing Port Denarau at 12:15 pm and returning at 4:45 pm.

What is included on Ride & Slide?

Return coach transfers, the giant inflatable slide, snorkelling gear, paddle boards, morning tea or a light lunch, and bottled water, soft drinks, local beer and house wine.

Is Ride & Slide suitable for young children?

Children from 3 years can join at the child rate. Infants 2 years and under are not permitted on this trip.

Where does Ride & Slide anchor?

At a sandbar and tropical reef in the Mamanuca Islands, with a scenic cruise past the Malolo region resorts on the return leg.

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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