South Sea Island Half Day Cruise: Explore the Treasures of the Mamanuca Islands

Embark on a half-day cruise to South Sea Island and discover the stunning beauty of the Mamanuca Islands. Immerse yourself in crystal clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and a myriad of tropical fish. Experience the ‘real Fiji’ and enjoy a range of activities on this idyllic island paradise.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mamanuca Islands - Half a day to South Sea Island is an easy 30-minute ferry ride. Perfect for those who don’t have a lot of time to spare, but still want a taste of the ‘real Fiji’. This fantastic cruise means you’ll get to explore one of Fiji’s cutest Mamanuca Islands and get into ‘island time’ The island will be yours for the rest of the day until the catamaran arrives around 5.30 pm to bring you back to Port Denarau. Transfers back to select hotels/resorts in Nadi, Denarau, and Wailoaloa area are included if prebooked.
What's Included
  • FREE Subsea Adventure in the semi-submersible coral viewer.
  • Fijian ‘Meke’ performance at lunchtime (except Sundays).
  • FREE use of non-motorised watersports equipment.
  • Complimentary Kids Club.
  • Local beer and wine while ashore.
  • Lunch included.
  • 30 minutes of free WiFi on South Sea Island.
  • Return vessel transfers in an air-conditioned catamaran with free WiFi.
  • Bottled water provided.
  • FREE return coach transfers to/from Port Denarau from most hotels/resorts in Nadi/Denarau/Wailoaloa.
What's Not Included
  • Massage available (additional cost)
  • Diving available (additional cost)
Additional Information

The charming small South Sea Island is a jewel among the Mamanuca Islands. It’s surrounded by crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and a myriad of vibrant tropical fish.

The Half Day cruise to South Sea Island is the ideal choice for those with limited time but still wishing to experience the authentic Fijian lifestyle. This wonderful journey lets you explore one of the most delightful Mamanuca Islands and unwind on ‘island time’. Given that the island is just a 30-minute sail away from Denarau, you’ll have ample opportunity to try out various island activities and interact with the hospitable local Fijians.

  • In the event of adverse weather and sea conditions, we retain the right to cancel all water-based activities, including snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, and the Subsea Adventure in our semi-submersible.
Location
Port Denarau Marina
South Sea Cruises check-in counter located in the Passenger Terminal at Port Denarau
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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1punjaban
Jul 28, 2024
South Sea Island Half Day Tour - A beautiful half day trip, good food, snorkelling, plenty of space to relax. The staff is very helpful and professional. It is all well organised.
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Karen_k
Jun 19, 2024
Awesome day great staff fantastic lunch - Well run tour. The staff were very helpful. My husband ho has a walking disability was well looked after transferring from the large catamaran to the smaller boat to the island. Lunch was amazing. A lovely lunch which was enjoyed by everyone. Unfortunately the winds came up and a lot of the water activities were cancelled. all in all a great day out .
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Lj64
Jun 15, 2024
Must do !! - This is definitely a 5/5 experience. Transport from your hotel to the port included which is gr8. Warm welcome boarding the boat with cocktail, stunning trip out to the anchor point near reef and sand bar, excellent staff instructions. Next was drinks on the sand bar celebrating our fab view of the reef. Then free time to swim, snorkel, standup paddle board, slide down the slippery dip or jump off the boat. Lunch was out of this world.
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Kati_oh
Jun 11, 2024
Great day trip for young families, but make your own way home if transfers are delayed - Loved our trip to South Sea Island with young kids. Half day was perfect amount of time to have lunch, watch the performance, explore the island, swim in the pool and take a ride in semi submersible (a highlight for the 4 year old). The organisers have clearly taken on board feedback from earlier reviews and improved the experience. They've had sand shipped in - we all wore thongs/flip flops or reef shoes, but even those in bare feet were able to walk around most areas fine. It is naturally a coral island. There was a separate buffet lunch for the half day group, so there was plenty of fresh food ready for us when we arrived. The meat is barbequed right before your eyes, so everything is fresh. We took our own snorkeling gear and I would recommend you do the same. The share snorkel gear every in Fiji leaves a bit to be desired. They had stacks of lifejackets available and other families were going out on stand up paddle boards and kayaks. Bring your own buckets and spades if you want to do this (but there are lots of shells, coral and flotsam/wood for kids to play with). It's pretty warm if the sun is out, we just used the shade around the main areas and the picnic tables (there are separate tables reserved for the half day group to eat lunch). If you want a sunbed and you are arriving in this later group, pay to book one. Very quick to get over there on the boat. We had an issue with the return transfer to Port Denaurau resorts (the bus was full and they said another was coming, but it transpires the same bus would come back after dropping everyone off about 40 mins later - grumpy tired kids playing in gravel beside a car park in dark not ideal). If there's no bus available when you get back and you have young kids, just jump in a taxi or get on the Bula bus. Better than waiting for the transfer. We were the only family left waiting, all the others were adults. Staff were very friendly. Fantastic day. Would definitely go again and recommend for friends and family.
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Jeffrey_d
May 10, 2024
The Bleu Lagoon - The place was nice. Bleu water nice staff the trip was good organised. Ig would come back to Nadi i would go back. Thank you
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805heidij
Apr 21, 2024
Amazing fun day - Absolutely amazing day. The coral, fish and other sea creatures like Turtles and Stingrays were so great to see. The lunch and drinks were all included. Highlight recommended.
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757chrisw
May 23, 2024
A Refreshing Escape with a Splash of Concern - The South Sea Island Half Day Cruise offers a solid 4/5 star experience, boasting unlimited food and drinks amidst breathtaking views of pristine waters and vibrant marine life. However, a notable drawback was the snorkelling equipment hygiene, as it was only washed in what seemed to be a bucket of water between users... Despite this minor concern, the overall adventure was thrilling, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a memorable island getaway with ample refreshments and stunning scenery.
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Pamela_m
Jun 8, 2024
People who hoard up chairs suck - Tour was good. My biggest complaint is other people who are there earlier taking up all the chairs & hoarding them as they own them & are no where no be found. Meanwhile people like me would’ve liked to utilized them
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Nananads
May 19, 2024
Good day trip, needs some upgrading - Island is looking a wee bit tired and could do with some upgrades to the facilities such as the loungers and hammocks. Maybe oversold our trip too as a lot of people in a small island with not enough seating places for everyone. The positives, staff were great, the submerged boat is awesome, master 4 loved it. The beach area is lovely and water is crystal clear, lots to see when snorkeling.
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Pinaki_r
Jul 4, 2024
Unsatisfied - No one tells anything after getting down from bus who pick us up from Hotel, We have to wonder around to find the reception. Mixed information Standing in one queue for ten minutes to find out which queue I need to stand. Then at last one staff came to help me . Poor management. Half day tour in island when I ask for free snorkeling gear told me run out Then again they gave to other people ? Colour of skin When I ask for gear asking me questions about my swimming capabilities When not asked to other people ? Judgmental due to colour of skin I felt like I am getting interrogated After this they gave me the snorkel gear Me and my son found snorkel was not good For average I will not recommend this one
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