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South Sea Island Cruise in Mamanuca Islands (from Port Denarau), Fiji

South Sea Island Cruise

Mamanuca Islands (from Port Denarau)8 hours (full day) or 6 hours (half day)4.47 (3 reviews)

At a glance

South Sea Island Cruise is a 8 hours Fiji experience in Mamanuca Islands (from Port Denarau), priced from FJ$255 per person and bookable online with Discover Fiji.

South Sea Island Cruise: a 30-minute catamaran ride from Port Denarau to a tiny Mamanuca island. Snorkelling, scuba, semi-submersible coral viewer, meke and lunch. From FJ$125.

Highlights

  • 30-minute catamaran cruise from Port Denarau
  • Snorkelling over the island's coral reef
  • Semi-submersible coral viewer
  • 'Discover Scuba' intro dives and beach dives
  • Saltwater swimming pool and hammocks
  • Kayaking, sailing and non-motorised water sports
  • Traditional Meke performance and craft market (Mon–Sat)

What's included

  • Return coach transfers to Port Denarau
  • Return catamaran cruise with South Sea Cruises
  • Use of snorkel gear and non-motorised water sports
  • Saltwater pool, hammocks and island facilities
  • Lunch on the island
  • Fijian cultural show (Mon–Sat)

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South Sea Island Cruise: frequently asked questions

Where is South Sea Island and how do you get there?

South Sea Island is an uninhabited coral cay in Fiji's Mamanuca Islands, about a 30-minute catamaran ride from Port Denarau Marina near Nadi. The South Sea Island Cruise includes the return catamaran transfer with South Sea Cruises.

How long is the South Sea Island Cruise?

The full day cruise runs about 8 hours: it 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.

How much does the South Sea Island Cruise cost?

Prices start from FJ$125 per person and range up to FJ$849 depending on the option, group size and add-ons (about US$255 for some packages). A temporary fuel surcharge of FJ$10 per adult and FJ$5 per child aged 5–15 is paid at the check-in counter.

Is hotel transfer included?

Yes. The full day cruise includes return coach transfers between Port Denarau and most hotels in Nadi, Denarau, Wailoaloa, Natadola, Momi Bay and the Coral Coast. The half day cruise includes transfers from Nadi, Denarau and Wailoaloa only — Coral Coast, Natadola, Sonaisali and Momi Bay transfers are not included.

Is South Sea Island good for kids and non-swimmers?

Yes. Children aged 0–4 travel free and children 5–15 pay a child rate. The lagoon is calm and shallow, there is a saltwater swimming pool, and non-swimmers can see the reef from the semi-submersible coral viewer.

Can beginners scuba dive at South Sea Island?

Yes. 'Discover Scuba' intro dives start in the pool before exploring the coral gardens around the island. Certified divers can do beach dives, wall dives and a purpose-sunk shipwreck.

What should I bring?

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

What is the cancellation policy?

Bookings cancelled within 24 hours of arrival, or no-shows, are charged 100% of the total booking value. There are no residual refunds for unused components after travel has commenced, and all cancellations must be received in writing.