Fiji is blessed with 333 tropical islands that are home to wonderful people, great snorkelling, crystal clear warm water, beaches and traditional Fijian villages.
Fiji is the home for adventure holidays on and off the water with lots of different tours. Famous for its soft coral diving, white sand beaches and wonderful natural environment, Fiji is a leader in eco-tourism. There is no better place to explore.
Find the Fiji tour that makes you happy, and book it in advance now to avoid disappointment. Crank up the adrenaline with Zip Line tour or maybe a 4×4 adventure up in the hills and farmland. Get close to nature with jungle treks and waterfalls. There is a huge variety of things to see and do no matter where you are in Fiji.
Other than sightseeing, Fiji has a lot of other attractions that draw a large number of visitors throughout the year. There are many tour operators offering a variety of tours in Fiji. To help you decide on which tour to book, listed below are the 20 best tours in Fiji.
1 – Island Day Tour, Nadi Town Tour, then Lunch at a local Fijian Restaurant with a local tour guide
On this island day trip, you’ll experience plenty of things to do with safe swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or just lying around on a tropical beach. In addition, your day out will include a private tour around Nadi town with shopping and a stop at the local markets. After that it’s off for a delicious meal at a local Fijian restaurant called Tu’s Place. More importantly, you’ll have your own English speaking Fijian tour guide!
After being picked up from your hotel and dropped at Port Denarau Marina, you’ll board the South Sea cruises big comfortable catamaran on a short 30 min ride out to South Sea Island. South Sea Island is one of the closest islands to the mainland of Fiji and part of the Mananuca Islands. In addition, this tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do on this great island day tour.
Duration of tour: 6 hours (3 hours – South Sea Island, 3 hours tour and lunch stop at local restaurant)
Tour start time: Board the boat at 8:30 a.m or 9am
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Short 30 min scenic cruise on air con catamaran out to South Sea Island
- Swimming, kayaking & Snorkelling tour on South Sea Island
- Semi-Submersible Underwater Tour
- Short private guided tour of Nadi Town with a local tour guide
- Transfer to Tu’s Place – Local Fijian Restaurant for lunch (cost of lunch not included)
The water is super warm and crystal clear with swimming all year round on this special island day trip. Enjoy discovering all the beautiful fish and coral life in the marine sanctuary that surrounds South Sea Island. There are free kayaks and paddle boards to use as part of all the great things to do on the island. All snorkelling gear is provided free of charge. There are showers, toilets and changing rooms on the island, just bring your own towel.
Your tour out to South Sea Island includes an underwater experience viewing the stunning coral and abundant fish life that surrounds South Sea Island.
For those with babies or small kids, the swimming pool is an ideal place to cool off.
Your friendly local Fijian tour guide will meet you off the boat in Port Denarau and take you on a short guided tour around Nadi Town stopping for shopping and local markets. This part of the tour is private with just your group and your own guide. In addition, you’ll be transported around in a lovely modern air-conditioned car.
Straight after your guided tour of Nadi town it’s off to Tu’s Place for lunch and to experience a lovely local Fijian restaurant located in Martintar, Nadi. Tu’s Place is a small restaurant run by local Fijian’s, the menu is diverse and not expensive. Your local tour guide will drop you back at your hotel after lunch. Please note the cost of lunch is not included.
In conclusion, this day tour is rated number 1 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji. and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
2 – Full Day Private Guided Tour to Natadola Beach with stop at Historical Momi Gun Site
On this full day tour you’ll experience 3 hours of awesome things to do at Natadola beach on the Coral Coast. For instance, go swimming, horse riding, hair braiding and beach massage. In addition, you’ll take a guided tour by a local to the historic Momi Gun Site.
White sandy Natadola beach is located in the mainland of Viti Levu and is one of Fiji’s most beautiful beaches. It’s a famous picnic spot to many locals and travellers from around the world. The Intercontinental Resort & Yatule Resorts are also located right on Natadola beach and make the perfect choices for a great lunch stop.
Duration of tour: 5 hours
Tour start time: 9am to 4pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private guided tour by a local guide in Fiji
- Natadola Beach
- Optional: Horse riding on Natadola Beach, beach massage, hair braiding or jet skiing
- Momi Gun Site private guided tour
- This tour is suitable for the whole family.
Take a horse ride while you’re at Nadadola beach with a local Fijian and horse. All horses are walked. You can pay to go half way along the beach or right out to the point. If you want a longer ride up the dirt road past the Intercontinental Resort, through the local village and back to the beach, it’s no problem. These are guided tours.
Your kids or even you, will love getting your hear braided by the talented local Fijian ladies right on the beach.
This has to be one of the cheapest places with the best views to get a massage in Fiji. Beds are located right on the beach, just walk up and jump on. It’s a great experience and fun thing to do.
Back in 1941, the now silent Momi Gun site played an important role in protecting Fiji against the Japanese attacks during world war II. The site is overlooking the Navula passage which was one point where the enemy could break in. The site offers beautiful and fantastic hilltop views to the ocean and beaches, spectacular surrounding scenery. Join us today to see the Big Guns that are still well preserved in it’s original places. Your local guide will explain all about Momi on this day tour.
In conclusion, this private guided tour is rated number 2 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
3 – COMBO Tour: Robinson Crusoe Island Fijian Dance Show & Dinner PLUS 4 Hour Discover Nadi Private Tour
On this full day outing we’ve combined 2 great tours: You’ll experience a fabulous evening dinner with Fijian dance show, fire sticks & knives on Robinson Crusoe Island. But before that, you’ll take a tour around Nadi including the local fruit and veg market, mud pools and orchid gardens, all with your own private local tour guide.
After being picked up from your hotel in an air conditioned car by your local tour guide, your private tour of Nadi begins with exploring the orchids and tropical plants at the Garden of Sleeping Giant. The beautiful orchid garden started in 1977 by the late Raymond Burr, star of Perry Mason and Ironside. Originally designed to house Burr’s private collection of tropical orchids, the gardens have developed into a popular attraction after years of flourishing. Raymond Burr loved these orchids just as much as he loved Fiji.
Duration of tour: 9 hours
Tour start time: Approximately 8:30 a.m
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private guided tour in Nadi
- Tour of the Garden of Sleeping Giant
- Therapeutic Mud Pools and hot springs
- Hindu Temple
- Tour of Nadi Markets
- Shopping in Nadi town
- Awesome night out for the whole family on Robinson Crusoe Island with dinner and dance show.
- Scenic calm water river and lagoon sunset cruise to Robinson Crusoe Island.
- Watch the fire walkers, fire sticks and knives
- Traditional Kava ceremony performed on the beach.
- Digging of the Lovo and Fire walking.
- Traditional lovo buffet dinner with local Fijian dishes.
After being picked up from your hotel in an air conditioned car by your local tour guide, your private tour of Nadi begins with exploring the orchids and tropical plants at the Garden of Sleeping Giant. The beautiful orchid garden started in 1977 by the late Raymond Burr, star of Perry Mason and Ironside. Originally designed to house Burr’s private collection of tropical orchids, the gardens have developed into a popular attraction after years of flourishing. Raymond Burr loved these orchids just as much as he loved Fiji.
Just a short drive up the same road as the orchid gardens are the mud pools. Take a dip at the Sabeto therapeutic Mud Pools & Hot Springs followed by a traditional Fijian Bobo (Massage) by the Fijian ladies of Sabeto village (optional). In addition, local arts and crafts are on display for purchase.
Visit the largest Hindu Temple in the southern hemisphere, reflects an architectural style rarely seen outside India, and houses sacred statues designed by craftspeople brought over from India. After that, your private tour guide will whisk you off for a quick tour of Nadi town fruit and veg markets.
You will say good bye to your private tour guide and jump on the comfortable air conditioned coach for a 30min ride down the Coral Coast to the jetty for Robinson Crusoe Island. After a 40 min calm water cruise you’ll not only enjoy a lovely sunset but arrive on the soft sands of the island. Watch as the lovo dinner is dug up with fire walking on hot stones. Partake in the traditional kava ceremony on the beach before dinner is served. You’ll have a bit of spare time to explore the many things to do on the island. After dinner the show begins. Watch the boys juggle fire sticks and knives, they make it look so easy, it’s awesome.
In conclusion, this COMBO Tour: Robinson Crusoe Island Fijian Dance Show & Dinner PLUS 4 Hour Discover Nadi Private Tour is rated number 1 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
4 – Jet Boat Tour up the Sigatoka River, tour a real Fijian Village & Kava Ceremony
On this half day tour you’ll experience an exhilarating jet boat tour deep up into the Sigatoka valley. In addition, your day out will include a traditional kava ceremony to welcome you into the village. Then it’s off to meet real Fijian’s on a village tour plus other things to do.
After being picked up from your hotel you’ll driven to Sigatoka town, then up into the Sigatoka valley where your jet boat tour starts. Along the way your tour guide will keep you informed with interesting facts about the valley, known as “The Salad Bowl of Fiji”. As you jet up river you’ll pass local Fijian’s going about their daily chores. The scenery along the riverbank is awesome.
Duration of tour: 4.5 hours
Tour start time: 8.45am for morning tour, 1pm for afternoon tour
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Jet boat ride into remote Sigatoka Valley to visit an authentic Fijian village
- This tour goes to different villages to help more than just one
- Experience a day in the life of the real ‘kaiviti’ (Fijian)
- Visit the village Chief’s bure (house) or community hall and take part in a kava ceremony
- Tour of the village with a traditional Fijian lunch, including wonderful fresh tropical fruit
- Traditional Fijian singing and dancing
- Passport to the village that also includes 10% shopping discount at Fiji Market & Tappoos
On arriving at your Fijian village you will be greeted by your friendly guide who will welcome you like long lost family and explain the many things to do around the village. Your local village guide will walk you to the community hall or big bure to present your “sevusevu” or kava with a designated tour chief who receives the first bowl of kava.
Once the ceremony is over, you are now welcome to walk through the village. You will be shown around and meeting real Fijian’s going about their daily business, seeing first hand real village life. From there you will join the village in a Fijian lunch prepared by the women, including wonderful fresh tropical fruit grown in the farm nearby. The jet boat and village tour is all about giving you a truly Fijian experience.
In addition you’ll experience traditional Fijian dancing and singing. The farewell song of Isa Lei will be sung to you leaving wonderful memories of your village tour that will last a life time.
In conclusion, this jet boat & village day tour is rated number 4 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
5 – Zip Line + Walk to Waterfall & Swimming + Mud Pools Combo Tour with a local guide
On this private guided tour you’ll experience the thrill of Zip Lining through the Fiji jungle. Explore the 35 acre eco-friendly adventure park with a bush walk to the waterfall and swimming hole. Lunch is included. Then it’s off for soak in the therapeutic mud pools. Your private tour will be in an air-conditioned car with a local guide.
After being picked up from your hotel by your local tour guide, it’s a short 30 min drive into the country side of Fiji to the Zip Line adventure. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do.
Duration of tour: 7.5 hours
Tour start time: 9am, return 4pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Zip Line Tour
- 6 Zip Lines over 1.3k, longest zip being 160m
- Fly as fast as 60kmp/h
- Repeat zipping up to 3 times
- 35 acre eco-friendly Adventure Park
- Fly over waterfalls, raging rivers, and through tropical jungle
- Deli style lunch included
- Guided optional walk to the waterfalls for a cooling swim
- On the way to the waterfall you’ll hear all about the Fijian plants, see wild pineapples, lemons & other special medicine plants
- Private guided tour by a local in Fiji
- Air conditioned modern vehicle
- Soak in the therapeutic Mud Pools and hot springs.
Enjoy 6 Zip Lines over 1.3k with the longest zip line being 160m. You can fly as fast as 60kmp/h – that’s really fast! Repeat zipping up to 3 times, it’s so much fun. Zip line over waterfalls, raging rivers, and through tropical jungle. You can also swim in the river right at the start of the zip line if you’re feeling hot. Plenty of seating right next to the water and not far to walk between zip line.
Sabeto Ziplining is one of the BEST things to do around Nadi Area, take a guided jungle nature walk to the cooling waterfall, your guide will show you the many medicinal plants along the way. Jump into the fresh water at the base of the waterfall. After this you’ll enjoy with a complimentary lunch. Fly over the beautiful landscapes and across the fresh water streams. Nature walk into the jungle safari and deep yourself in the fresh cool waterfalls.
In the comfort of your own air conditioned car your local Fijian tour guide will now drive a short distance to the mud pools. Indulge yourself with the natural therapeutic treatment of the mud and hot bath, followed by an optional massage if time permits.
In conclusion, this Zip Line and Walk to Waterfall with Swimming + Mud Pools Combo Tour with a private local guide is rated number 5 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
6 – Visit Two Tropical Islands on the Seaspray Day Sailing Tour | Tour a remote island Village | Includes Drinks & Lunch
Enjoy sailing through the Mamanuca Islands stopping at Mana Island to board the Seaspray. Then it’s off to the stunning uninhabited island of Modriki for excellent swimming and snorkelling. Jump back on board and sail across to Yanuya Island. On Yanuya you will visit a traditional Fijian island village.
A magnificent day on the water! This full day sailing cruise includes a Fijian village visit and time ashore at Modriki Island from Tom Hanks movie ‘Cast Away’.
Duration of tour: 9 hours
Tour start time: 9am, return 6pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Scenic cruise past tropical island to Mana Island to board the Seaspray
- Sail to the deserted Modriki Island (where Tom Hanks filmed the “Cast Away” movie)
- 1 hour of exploring, go ashore – jump straight off the boat & snorkel or swim ashore, the fish life is amazing
- Delicious BBQ lunch with fresh salads, rice, BBQ chicken, fish & sausages
- Sail to Yanuya Island to visit a traditional Fijian island village (no visit to the village on a Sunday)
- Welcome Kava ceremony
- Explore the village, meet the locals, even the school. A true highlight! (not on a Sunday)
- Morning & afternoon tea served on board
- Unlimited beer (Fiji Gold & Bitter), bubbles, Aussie white wine & soft drinks whilst on Seaspray, available as soon as you board
Modriki (pronounced ‘Mon-driki’) is a pristine little haven. The sand is vividly white, and the water is the clearest blue you can imagine. The island was made famous in year 2000 when ‘Cast Away’, the Hollywood block-buster movie staring Tom Hanks was released. Modriki is the island at which the movie was filmed, and although Tom’s character just wanted to escape Modriki, the last thing you’ll want to do is leave!
After Modriki Island, you’ll sail over to Yanuya Island. On Yanuya you will visit a traditional Fijian island village. You’ll be welcomed ashore with a Kava ceremony (except Sunday) then have the chance to explore the village and meet the locals as you browse their handicraft. A true highlight! The school will also be closed on the weekends.
Seaspray Cruise Route
In conclusion, this Visit Two Tropical Islands on the Seaspray Day Sailing Tour | Tour a remote island Village | Includes Drinks & Lunch is rated number 6 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
7 – Coral Coast Waterfall Tour with Private Guide PLUS Pottery Village Tour PLUS Sigatoka Markets
On this private guided tour you’ll experience a full day out with a lovely scenic drive down the Coral Coast. First stop is the Pottery Village with kava cermony. Then on to a tour around the Sigatoka fruit and veg markets. After this, you’ll walk through the forest to a beautiful waterfall and enjoy a refreshing swim. This is a tour by a local Fijian guide.
After being picked up from your hotel it’s off for your scenic drive down the Coral Coast. Looking for a day out to see a mixed bag of Fijian tourist sites? Then head over to warm and sunny side of Fiji on a full-day exploration to the Coral Coast. Learn about traditional methods for crafting Fijian pottery, and take part in a customary kava ceremony. Cruise past the island’s southern beaches as you make your way to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Fiji.
Duration of tour: 9 hours
Tour start time: 9am, return 5pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private guided tour by a local in Fiji
- Tour Lawai Pottery Village
- Watch how the village women make pots from the special mud.
- Kava Ceremony.
- Traditional Fijian Dance (Meke)
- Take photos and make videos.
- Tour Sigatoka Fruits and Vegetable Market
- Biyausevu Waterfall
- Trek through the forest along the fresh water streams.
- Learn the different names of plants and trees and what they use en-route to the waterfall.
- Have a dip in the fresh cold water of the waterfalls.
This is more of an experience with a tour of the church and a production put on by the women of the village. There will be a traditional dancing ceremony, a Kava ceremony and a step-by-step demonstration on how to make the pottery. After all this, you are invited to browse the pottery and buy some to take home. Donations are also encouraged and welcomed as it all goes back into the village. Don’t be surprised to be asked to remove your shoes and hat, as is customary in this village.
Your private tour guide will explain all the different tropical fruits on your visit to the Sigatoka Market. See many varieties of vegetables, fruits and root crops. Take photos and make videos.
Trek through the forest along the fresh water streams to Biyausevu Waterfall. Learn the different names of plants and trees and what they use en-route to the waterfall. Have a dip in the fresh cold water of the falls.
In conclusion, this Coral Coast Waterfall Tour with Private Guide PLUS Pottery Village Tour PLUS Sigatoka Markets is rated number 7 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
8 – Tropical Tivua Island Day Trip including lunch & drinks. Snorkel, kayak, safe swimming, paddle board & more
Sail out to Tivua Island for a day of relaxing and fun. The water is crystal clear and warm all year round, perfect for safe swimming and snorkelling, with colourful fish and coral in abundance. Plenty of cold beers or wine plus a fabulous BBQ lunch all included. Free kids club.
Tivau Island is small but has everything you need in a tropical island paradise, white sandy beaches, warm clear waters, colourful coral and plenty of fish. Relax under your own covered bure with loungers for those who just want to chill out. The jetty is brand new, so no tender boat to shore required.
Duration of tour: 7 hours
Tour start time: 10am, return 5pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Enjoy a 90-minute cruise to Tivua Island on the tall ship Ra Marama or the big sailing catamaran Fiji One
- Welcome drink, morning and afternoon tea on board
- On Tivua Island
- Snorkelling tour with guide
- Nice soft white sand, no need for shoes except when it gets hot!
- Glass bottom boat tours
- Use of kayaks, snorkelling gear and hammocks for free
- Kids Club – 90 mins of treasure hunting, sand castles & sports
- Guided herbal medicine nature walk, coconut husking
- Buffet BBQ lunch with fresh fish, chicken, sausage, iced salad and fruit bar
- Beer, wine and soft drinks whilst on the island
- Bures with deck chairs, squabs & bean bags
- Freshwater showers
After being picked up from your hotel and dropped at Port Denarau, it’s a 90 min sail ride on the tall ship Ra Marama or the big sailing catamaran Fiji One, they decide on the day. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do on Tivua Island.
Your kids will have a great time on Tivua Island, especially the little ones with the free kids club. Face painting and more. The Fijian ladies love looking after kids!
The water is super warm and crystal clear with swimming all year round. Enjoy discovering all the beautiful fish and coral life in the marine sanctuary that surrounds Tivua Island. There are free kayaks and paddle boards to use as well. All snorkelling gear is provided free of charge. There are showers, toilets and changing rooms on the island, just bring your own towel.
You’re free to swim and snorkel on your own or join one of the guided snorkelling tours to get straight to the best viewing spots.
If you’d rather stay dry but still want to see all the tropical fish and coral, join the crew for a tour in the glass bottom boat.
There are very few islands in Fiji that have a jetty, on most island day trips you’ll need to jump off a big boat to a smaller boat that tenders you to the island. Not at Tivua Island, there is a brand new jetty.
In conclusion, this Tropical Tivua Island Day Trip including lunch & drinks. Snorkel, kayak, safe swimming, paddle board & more is rated number 8 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji
9 – Private Guided Full Day Tour to Navala, the oldest preserved Fijian Village with light lunch & Kava Ceremony
On this full day tour you’ll experience being one of the rare people who get to see the oldest preserved Fijian village in Fiji. This private guided tour is very special, enjoy a wonderful scenic drive up the north coast of Fiji, a place not often visited. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed into Navala village with the tradition kava ceremony with the village chief. Then it’s off for a tour of the village, meet the kids and see how a real Fijian village lives.
After being picked up from your hotel in an comfortable air conditioned car, your local tour guide will take you on a wonderful scenic drive up the north coast of Fiji to Navala Village. Drive through beautiful scenery and mountains with spectacular views of the Ba town and the Yasawa group of islands. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do at Navala Village.
Duration of tour: 8.5 hours
Tour start time: 8.45am, return 5pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private guided tour by an English speaking local in Fiji
- Modern air conditioned car
- Enjoy a rarely seen scenic drive up north on the Sunshine Coast to Navala Village
- Welcome kava ceremony with village chief
- Tour the village, experience a day in the life of a Fijian
- See traditional Fijian homes, ancient style cooking using forest woods and stones, community gathering house and old village protocols still in place.
- Tour the village school and meet the kids
- Cool off in the fresh river water of Navala if you would like to.
- Delicious lunch prepared by the village women.
- Entertainment and dancing with the locals.
Navala is the oldest preserved Fijian village in Fiji. On arrival at Navala Village the chief will welcome you into the village with the traditional kava ceremony. This village is said to be 200 years old and one of the few villages in Fiji that still preserves the traditional Bures (Thatched houses). Socialise with the locals and take part in authentic activities in the village, visit the village school and mingle with the children.
In conclusion, this Private Guided Full Day Tour to Navala, the oldest preserved Fijian Village with light lunch & Kava Ceremony is rated number 9 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
10 – Scenic Heli Flight to Malamala Beach Club Island with $100 FJD Food & Beverage Voucher
Take a 10 minute scenic helicopter flight to Malamala Beach Club and be on the island before everyone else. On this island day tour you’ll spend your time enjoying swimming, snorkelling and the free use of all water sports equipment or lounge by the infinity pool. In addition, you’ll get a $100 food & drinks voucher to spend on the island.
Heli-Tours have teamed up with the Worlds First Island Beach Club, Malamala Beach Club for this great combo tour. The helicopter will land directly on the island before anyone else arrives. You’ll get the chance to secure the very best places to sit and relax.
Duration of tour: 8 hours
Tour start time: 10am, returns 5.45pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- 10 minute scenic helicopter flight to Malamala Beach Club, arriving before others
- On Malamala Beach Club – built in 2017
- Resort style infinity edge swimming pool
- $100 food and drinks voucher
- Snorkelling in crystal clear water with plenty of fish and colourful coral
- Safe swimming
- Beach chairs
- Sunbathing
- Scenic boat ride back to Port Denarau
The water is super warm and crystal clear with swimming all year round. Enjoy discovering all the beautiful fish and coral life in the marine sanctuary that surrounds Malamala Beach Club Island. There are free kayaks and paddle boards to use as well. All snorkelling gear is provided free of charge. There are showers, toilets and changing rooms on the island, just bring your own towel.
Malamala Beach Club is brand new with construction completed in 2017. Enjoy the beach club with a day pass and experience white sand beaches, beachside cabanas, a resort style infinity edge pool, and views across the Mamanucas from Fiji’s best located island. Malamala Beach Club offers a delicious a-la-carte menu from light bites to tame your craving or pacific inspired meals and shared platters, an array of hand crafted cocktails and a club like atmosphere with upbeat tunes mixed all day long. You’ll have a $100 food and drinks voucher to spend here.
Malamala Island is situated on a little slice of heaven with picture powder white sands and crystal clear water, like a scene pulled straight from a postcard. Small enough to stroll barefoot around the island in 20 minutes, large enough to feel like your own deserted paradise. Malamala Beach Club is fully equipped with everything you need to switch off, unwind and chill out.
In conclusion, this Scenic Heli Flight to Malamala Beach Club Island with $100 FJD Food & Beverage Voucher is rated number 10 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji
11 – Nadi Town Tour, Mud Pools, Gardens and Coastal Village Visit with your own Fijian guide
Experience a tour of Nadi Town visiting the Hindu temple, markets and time for shopping. After that, your own private local tour guide will take you on a short drive to a coastal Fijian village for a tour by a local. Then it’s off to the therapeutic Mud Pools for a soak. Next, explore the tropical fruit plants and orchids at the Garden of the Sleeping Giant.
After being picked up from your hotel your tour begins in Nadi Town. Your local tour guide will explain all about the different fruits and veg at the local markets plus a visit to the Hindu Temple. You’ll have plenty of time for shopping for local crafts. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun
Duration of tour: 7 hours
Tour start time: 9am, returns 4pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private guided tour by a local English speaking Fijian
- Modern air conditional car
- Tour the Orchids and Garden of Sleeping Giant
- Soak in the therapeutic Mud Bath hot pools
- Visit a coastal Fijian village
- Nadi Town tour
- Visit the Hindu Temple
- Tour the Nadi Town markets
- At your leisure to shop and enjoy the restaurants
Only minutes from hotels, resorts and international cruise ship port of arrivals in Nadi, is the unique volcanic therapeutics Hot Pool Mud bath and the iconic Orchid Garden of Sleeping Giant, in the tranquillity foothills of Nadi Mountains. Walk through the Orchid Garden where natural beauty lies with the “sleeping beast”, you will see thousands of flower species, refreshing and fascinating kaleidoscopic views, just a place that will wind you down, a journey and treat that you really deserve. Then thoroughly relax by immersing yourself in the famous volcanic mud pool, commonly referred to as “Mud Bath”. It is really something different. Go! and take a dunk! Dip yourself into wonders of the natural cleansing! Feel the rejuvenation, feel the freshness, feel the endless energy and feel the difference. A must tour by a local not to be missed.
You’ll experience a scenic drive out to the coastal Fijian village for a tour with a local Fijian guide. Meet the kids and see how the locals live.
In conclusion, this Nadi Town Tour, Mud Pools, Gardens and Coastal Village Visit with your own Fijian guide is rated number 11 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
12 – Thunder Jet Ride to Beachcomber Island with Burger and a Beer
You’ll experience a thrilling ride out to Beachcomber Island on the Thunder Jet. Spend time at your leisure on Beachcomber Island, swim, snorkel or sunbath. Included is a great burger and beer. This is a short 3 hour island tour from start to finish in Fiji.
Beachcomber Island is one of the most popular destinations in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji. The island is a picture-perfect paradise and has a fantastic atmosphere overflowing with activities and water sports. Situated in a tranquil marine sanctuary in the beautiful Mamanuca Islands, Beachcomber has a lot to offer day visitors.
Duration of tour: 3 hours
Tour start time: Twice daily at 9:30am and 1:30pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Free Bula Bus connection to and from Thunder base for hotels in Denarau or shuttles from the airport and Nadi areas
- Thrilling jet boat ride out to Beachcomber Island
- Time to relax and explore the island
- Snorkelling tour or glass bottom boat tour
- 3 choices of Thunder Burgers (Beef/Fish/Vege), with either a beer or a juice
- Complimentary bottled water
Try your hand at Fijian craft lessons, or dive into the beautiful surrounding waters to discover the underwater world below. If snorkelling is not your thing, then have a ride in glass bottom boat to get a good view. At Beachcomber, there is a huge range of water sports available. And when you’ve had enough activity, enjoy your time relaxing and admire the beauty of the white sand beach.
The water is super warm and crystal clear with swimming all year round. Enjoy discovering all the beautiful fish and coral life in the marine sanctuary that surrounds Beachcomber Island. There are kayaks and paddle boards to hire. There are showers, toilets and changing rooms on the island, just bring your own towel.
In conclusion, this Thunder Jet Ride to Beachcomber Island with Burger and a Beer is rated number 11 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
13 – Quad Bike Adventure Tour Through Nadi Farmland to Zip Line tour
Drive your quad bike from Nadi to the Zip Line ready for more fun! Your scenic quad tour will take you through Nadi farmland, over hills and rivers, past sugarcane and traditional Fijian villages.
After being picked up from your hotel and dropped off at the Go Dirty base, you’ll get a briefing on your quad bike. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do.
Duration of tour: 4 hours
Tour start time: 9.30am, returns 1.30pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Unique and exciting quad bike tour in the back roads of Sabeto, Fiji
- 20-minute scenic drive along the Sleeping Giant Mountain Range
- Ride through traditional Fijian villages and farmland
- Zip Line Tour adventure
- Back on the quads again for a fun ride back to base, through cane fields, dirt tracks on the Nadi back road.
Your 4×4 500cc quad bike is a unique and exciting way to explore the back roads of Sabeto in Nadi, Fiji. Experience a 20 minute scenic drive along the Sleeping Giant Mountain Range past traditional Fijian villages on your way to the Zip Line.
Enjoy 6 Zip Lines over 1.3k with the longest zip line being 160m. You can fly as fast as 60kmp/h – that’s really fast! Repeat zipping up to 3 times, it’s so much fun. Zip line over waterfalls, raging rivers, and through tropical jungle. You can also swim in the river right at the start of the zip line if you’re feeling hot. Plenty of seating right next to the water and not far to walk between zip line.
Sabeto Ziplining is one of the BEST things to do around Nadi Area, take a guided jungle nature walk to the cooling waterfall, your guide will show you the many medicinal plants along the way. Jump into the fresh water at the base of the waterfall. After this you’ll enjoy with a complimentary lunch. Fly over the beautiful landscapes and across the fresh water streams. Nature walk into the jungle safari and deep yourself in the fresh cool waterfalls.
In conclusion, this Quad Bike Adventure Tour Through Nadi Farmland to Zip Line tour is rated number 13 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
14 – Full day Jewel of Fiji tour on an inland local River Boat, Waterfall Tour & Lunch at a Traditional Fijian Village
This is a full day tour leaving Nadi early morning and returning in the evening. Explore the Navua river by local longboat. Highlights include a waterfall tour, local village tour with kava ceremony and traditional Fijian lunch.
After being picked up from your hotel it’s off for a scenic tour down the Coral Coast to Pacific Harbour where you will board your river boat. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do.
Duration of tour: 10 hours
Tour start time: 6.30am from Denarau, returns early evening
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Scenic Navua River cruise in a long boat.
- Waterfall tour
- Enjoy a cooling swim, time to relax
- Short bamboo raft ride.
- Remote Fijian village tour
- Traditional Kava ceremony.
- War dance performance by the young men of the village.
- Opportunity to meet the kids and hear them sing
- Lovo lunch made by the ladies of the village.
- Great demonstration of coconut husking, how to make coconut cream, paintings and mat weaving.
- Lovely jewellery and souvenirs
The ride in the longboats up the Navua River is about 45 minutes with lots to see. You’ll arrive at the beginning of a short well paved walkway to the biggest waterfall on the Navua River. The walk to the waterfall runs beside a lovely clear water creek.
Your first glimpse of the waterfall and rock pool is absolutely breathtaking; you’ll be amazed at the size of the pool and will want to jump right in to cool off.
On the way back to the Navua village you’ll change over to a bili-bili, (a bamboo raft) for a slow peaceful 300m drift down the river.
As you step out of the long boats, you’ll be surprised at the welcome by a warrior standing at the top of the steps holding his war club, a second warrior is beating on a drum… signalling another clan has arrived in our village.
Time for the traditional kava ceremony with the village chief who will welcome you into the village. After the ceremony you’ll enjoy some exciting war dancing followed by relaxing Fijian singing. Then it’s lunch time. After lunch you’ll get a village tour, met the kids, watch the mat weaving followed by cracking open a fresh coconut.
Then it’s back on the river boat for your return journey back to your hotel.
In conclusion, this Full day tour on an inland local River Boat, Waterfall Tour & Lunch at a Traditional Fijian Village is rated number 14 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
15 – Full Day White Water River Rafting Tour deep in the Remote Interior of Fiji
In the remote highlands of Fiji lies one of the most unique white water river rafting tours you’ll ever experience. Slicing a deep chasm through Fiji’s tropical interior, the Upper Navua River is a hidden gem in the wilderness. Shrouded in lush rain forest, fed by countless waterfalls and protected by challenging rapids, the Upper Navua River is Fiji white water rafting at its best. No previous river rafting experience necessary.
Your exploration of this amazing river is perhaps one of the most unique journeys in all of Fiji, if not the South Pacific and the World. This rafting tour will take you through some of Fiji’s most formidable and phenomenally beautiful terrain in the relative comfort of inflatable rafts.
Duration of tour: 10 hours
Tour start time: 6.30am from Denarau, returns early evening
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Over 4 to 5 hours of white water rafting on the Upper Navua River
- Grade II to III rafting level, nice and easy really, but with a bit of excitement thrown in
- Over 24km of awesome river sights in the remote outback of Fiji
- Paddle through deep chasm’s, high-sided gorges, narrow canyons, past and under lots of stunning waterfalls
- Local village guides
- Watch for herons, parrots, fruit bats
- River-side deli lunch
- Experience the thrill of heavy water hitting you as you stand or lie under massage waterfall
- Stop and jump off a big rock into the river
- A separate guide follows in a canoe taking lots and lots of excellent photos and video for you to buy at the end.
not because of one unparalleled attribute upon which the success of the trip is based, but many special and scenically significant places; each individually worthy of special recognition. There is not one waterfall but many (some say at least seventy); not one short stretch of deep, narrow canyon, but kilometers.
This is a place where black volcanic walls are at points barely five meters apart and over forty meters high and fringed by emerald rain forest. This is a place where man has been merely an intermittent visitor at best, where some of the wildest and most beautiful Fiji can still be found.
In conclusion, this Full Day White Water River Rafting Tour deep in the Remote Interior of Fiji is rated number 15 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
Please get in contact with us if you’re interested in this tour.
16 – Cannibal Caves Tour, visit a Fijian Village and part take in a Kava Ceremony followed by Lunch
On this full day tour you’ll experience the Sigatoka valley on your way to the Naihehe Cannibals Cave Tour. Explore several chambers with ease with no bats in this secret cave system. In addition, you’ll take part in a traditional Kava Ceremony to enter the village. More importantly, on your tour of a typical Fijian village, you’ll meet the kids and experience Fiji village life with lunch. This is a guided tour.
Duration of tour: 8.5 hours
Tour start time: 8.30am, returns 5pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Arrive at the Sautabu Village
- Begin with a traditional kava ceremony in the village.
- Short walk to the Sigatoka river and ferry to the other side on a bamboo raft
- Short walk through native bush and farms brings you to the Cannibal caves.
- Enter into the cave and learn the history and different chambers that plays their roles in the olden days.
- Return to the village for a delicious Fijian lunch
- Local entertainment and dance with the locals.
- A farewell song of Isa Lei will be sung by the village
After being picked up from your hotel you’ll be transported to Sigatoka town, a 35min drive from Nadi. Then it’s off into the fruit bowl of Fiji that is the Sigatoka Valley. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do on this tour.
The hidden entrance to the caves is tucked away in the native bush that surrounds it. It used to be the cave fortress of Fiji’s last cannibal tribes. It was ruled by a pagan priest and hundreds of people lived inside for months at a time. You’ll follow the cave system with light from a lantern to the legendary “Pregnancy Gap” which opens up into the huge and wondrous Grand Cathedral Chamber. The cave includes natural features like sparkling stalactites, stalagmites, flow-stones and underground springs – however, its history makes this cave particularly special. You’ll see a ritual platform, priest chambers and cannibal oven! It’s pretty amazing to see. The cave inside is comfortable, with easy access, plenty of fresh air and no bats or creepy-crawlies.
Before entering any Fijian village you must participate in the customary kava ceremony. Once this is complete then it’s off for a tour of the village with lunch made by the locals.
In conclusion, this cave and village tour is rated number 3 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji and also features in our 10 best tours by a local in Fiji.
17 – 3-hour Scenic Rail tour riding modified electric bicycles mounted on the old sugar cane railway in Coral Coast, Fiji
Your guide will lead you cruising gently through beautiful changing scenery including river crossings, mangroves, rain forest, big rock cuttings, open coastline, villages and not to forget the ‘Tunnel of Love’! There are lots of animals and friendly locals along the way.
The electric function means you can pedal or not, totally up to you how much energy you want to use! The length of track each way out to the beach is approx 12kms (but thanks to the electrics it doesn’t feel like it!) You are on the velocipedes for approx 45 minutes each way with some stops on the way out.
Bookings are essential, please book well in advance as this tour gets full quickly.
Duration of tour: 3 hours
Tour start time: twice daily 9.30am and 1.30pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Briefing and history of the sugarcane industry and the base building being the old FSC locomotive shed.
- 12km electric rail tour
- Cross railway bridges, go through the rainforest, mangroves, big rock cuttings, through fields and villages
- Lots of animals and friendly locals along the way.
- Stop at Vunabua beach, take a swim, snorkel and enjoy a secluded beach on the blow-up couches.
- Refreshments and cold bottled water.
- 1 hour at the beach then back to on the velocipedes and back to the base, the view riding back is different as you will be looking up the coast.
The electric bike has a small accelerator button on the handlebar which you use to get moving, once moving you can choose to start pedalling and the electrics also kick in at this point to make pedalling very easy. If you choose not to pedal you can use your handlebar accelerator all the way!
The tour stops briefly in Malomalo Village to collect coconuts, at that time if you have brought any donations for the village eg books or anything else (no cash please), your guide can pass it to a trusted villager who will ensure your gift gets to the most needy. There is no village tour as part of the ecotrax adventure and there is no expectation by the villagers they will be given anything, however if it is your wish to donate a gift please advise the staff when you arrive at base or when you make your booking. This rail tour is working with the villages along the tour path to encourage micro businesses that compliment the tour such as supplying the fruits and coconuts.
There is no balance involved as the bicycle is hard mounted to the carriage, you can ride hands free while you take photos. You are in control of the forward movement but the steering is taken care of by being attached to the railway line. This rail tour is perfect for the whole family.
In conclusion, this 3-hour Scenic Rail tour riding modified electric bicycles mounted on the old sugar cane railway in Coral Coast, Fiji is rated number 17 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
Please get in contact with us if you’re interested in this tour.
18 – Snorkel with the Sharks at Barefoot Kuata Island in the Yasawas, incls lunch & time to explore
On this full day tour you’ll snorkel with the sharks in their home, just crystal clear water between you and them, no cage, no aquarium… an adrenaline rush experience. Enjoy stunning views of Fiji islands on your way to Barefoot Kuata resort. After your snorkelling tour with the sharks relax and explore the beautiful beach.
We’ll pick you up from your Nadi or Denarau hotel and transfer you to Denarau Marina where you’ll board the ‘Yasawa Flyer’. This large modern high-speed catamaran features two large observation decks, air-conditioned lounge and even a bar offering espresso coffee. You’ll cruise through the Mamanuca Islands and then onto the stunning more isolated Yasawas Islands, here you’ll disembark at Kuata Island, the closest of the Yasawa Islands to Nadi.
Your snorkel with the sharks tour starts from Barefoot Kauta Island which is located in the Yasawa Islands where the water is known for it’s clarity. Enjoy a resort style lunch.Numbers vary but it is common to see up to six sharks.
Duration of tour: 9 hours
Tour start time: 8.30am, returns 5.45pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off from Nadi, Denarau or Coral Coast hotel
- FREE upgrade on the Yasawa Flyer catamaran to the air conditioned Captains Lounge
- 2 hour scenic cruise through the Mamanuca Islands and Yasawas Islands passing cute little islands along the way.
- Tour Barefoot Kuata Island
- Exciting snorkel with the sharks tour at the reef
- Snorkel gear is provided free of charge
- If you can’t swim, no problem, you’ll get buoyancy aids to keep you afloat, you’ll still see the sharks!
- Guides will be in the water with you the entire time
- You’ll spend about 30mins with the sharks.
- Back at Barefoot Kuata Island Resort you’ll have lunch from a buffet, vegetarians are catered for as well
- Time to relax or more snorkelling from the beach
- Sit by the swimming pool if you prefer
- Take a free guided walk to the cave if you feel up to some interesting history
Kuata Island is a hidden small gem in the Yasawa Island archipelago. A picture postcard beach, transparent turquoise waters, unusual tall rock formations and that same warm hospitality synonymous with Fijian people. There’s small rustic accommodation on Kuata Island offering a Robinson Crusoe style experience with the comforts of a restaurant, bar, hammocks and even a swimming pool!
Following your briefing on the Kuata Island beachfront you’ll board a boat together with your local guides and travel to the snorkelling with sharks reef site. Departure time varies depending on tidal and sea conditions. You don’t need any experience in snorkelling for this shark tour.
There are two main species of sharks encountered, White Tip Reef Sharks and Black Tip Reef Sharks, both are common in the tropical warm waters of the South Pacific. Each species can grow to a length of just over 1.5 metres although under the water they appear 25% larger, a snorkelling face mask optical illusion. White Tips are the dominant species and are by nature an inquisitive shark not frightened to check you out. Their Black Tip relatives are by contrast timid and will shy away if they feel threatened.
You won’t go hungry with morning tea & afternoon tea and lunch all served on Kuata Island. For the remainder of the day the facilities of Barefoot Kuata are available to you. There’s good snorkelling close to the beachfront, kayaks, walking tracks and even a massage service available at an additional cost.
You’ll be provided with safety instruction from the experienced guides who’ve spent hundreds of hours getting to know the resident school of sharks. The guides will be in the water with you the entire time and will closely monitor the sharks behaviour to ensure your safety.
Both Black Tip and White Tip Reef Sharks prefer shallower waters making snorkelling easy with good visibility. It’s even possible to see the sharks from our boat before entering the water. Water depth varies between 4 – 6 metres depending on the tide.
Buoyancy aids are available for less confident swimmers and because these sharks prefer shallow waters there’s no necessity to dive under the water to secure a thrilling view. Non-snorkellers can join the day but sit out the snorkelling experience.
The Shark Guarantee
As Sharks are wild animals we cannot guarantee sightings however we have a 95% +success rate of sighting sharks. In the event that you don’t see any sharks we are happy for you to return for a complimentary “Ultimate Encounter – Snorkel with Sharks Tour” within 3 days of your original cruise.
If poor weather and sea conditions result in the cancellation of the ‘Snorkelling with Sharks experience,’ a substitute snorkelling tour will be provided.
In conclusion, this Snorkel with the Sharks at Barefoot Kuata Island in the Yasawas, incls lunch & time to explore is rated number 18 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
19 – Coral Cats Day Sailing with Snorkelling Tours PLUS stop at the Sandbar with lunch at Musket Cove Resort
On this full day tour you’ll experience sailing on a 13 meter catamaran called the Coral Cats out to the Mamanuca islands. Enjoy two forty minute snorkelling tours with stunning fish and coral in clear warm water. That’s followed by a stop at the amazing sandbar, then it’s off to have lunch at Musket Cove Resort. Enjoy sailing back to Port Denarau.
Duration of tour: 7 hours
Tour start time: 9.30am, returns 5.30pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off from Nadi and Denarau
- Scenic sailing adventure in Fiji’s stunning Mamanuca Islands
- Snorkel spectacular reefs on board one of Fiji’s fastest sailing catamarans.
- Try your hand at steering the boat, trimming the sails or watching the trolling lines for a Spanish Mackerel or Giant Trevally.
- World famous snorkelling at sand bar just off Musket Cove where the protected, calm clear waters and abundant fish life make for an amazing snorkelling experience.
- Enjoy a delicious Fijian BBQ lunch at Musket Cove located on the beautiful tropical island of Malolo Lailai.
- Time to relax walk around the resort or wander around Plantation Resort which is right next door.
- Sit by the swimming pool if you prefer
After being picked up from your hotel you’ll be transported to Port Denarau where you will board the Coral Cats. This tour is especially great for the kids and the whole family, they won’t be bored with all the fun things to do on this tour.
The snorkelling stop is at Sunflower Rock at one hour forty minutes into the boat ride. Anchoring just off the southern point of the Mamanuca islands. You’ll be supplied all the snorkel gear, don’t worry if you can’t snorkel the guide will help you out. The water is warm and full of fish and coral, just follow the guide.
If the are tides right, the Malolo sand bar might be exposed for you to swim over to, you can stand in the middle of a pure white coral sand bar in the middle of the Mamanuca Islands. Or it could be covered in shallow water, still great to explore.
Next on the agenda is a one and a half hour lunch break at Musket Cove Resort. Take a walk around the resort and explore the lovely beaches.
In conclusion, this Coral Cats Day Sailing with Snorkelling Tours PLUS stop at the Sandbar with lunch at Musket Cove Resort is rated number 19 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.
20 – COMBO Tour: Fiji Sunset Dinner Cruise PLUS 4 Hour Discover Nadi Private Tour
On this full day touring we’ve combined 2 great adventures: You’ll experience a fabulous evening sunset dinner cruise. Before that, you’ll take a tour around Nadi including the local fruit and veg market, mud pools and orchid gardens, all with your own private local tour guide.
Duration of tour: 10 hours
Tour start time: 10am, returns 8.30pm
Highlights of the tour:
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- Hotel pick up and drop off from Nadi and Denarau
- Private guided tour by an English speaking local in Fiji
- Orchids and Garden of the Sleeping Giant tour
- Therapeutic Mud Pools and hot springs tour
- Nadi town, Hindu Temple & markets Tour
- Captain Cook Sunset Dinner cruise
- Complimentary welcome drinks
- BBQ dinner
- Fijian cultural entertainment
- Sunset dinner cruise Tuesdays to Sundays
After being picked up from your hotel in an air conditioned car by your local tour guide, your private tour of Nadi begins with exploring the orchids and tropical plants at the Garden of Sleeping Giant. The beautiful orchid garden started in 1977 by the late Raymond Burr, star of Perry Mason and Ironside. Originally designed to house Burr’s private collection of tropical orchids, the gardens have developed into a popular attraction after years of flourishing. Raymond Burr loved these orchids just as much as he loved Fiji.
Just a short drive up the same road as the orchid gardens are the mud pools. Take a dip at the Sabeto therapeutic Mud Pools & Hot Springs followed by a traditional Fijian Bobo (Massage) by the Fijian ladies of Sabeto village (optional). In addition, local arts and crafts are on display for purchase.
Visit the largest Hindu Temple in the southern hemisphere, reflects an architectural style rarely seen outside India, and houses sacred statues designed by craftspeople brought over from India. After that, your private tour guide will whisk you off for a quick tour of Nadi town fruit and veg markets.
You will say good bye to your private tour guide at Denarau Marina where you will board one of the largest sailing catamarans in the Southern Hemisphere. The local chefs will prepare a sumptuous fresh barbeque dinner as you enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and take in the views. For a truly luxurious experience.
In conclusion, this COMBO Tour: Fiji Sunset Dinner Cruise PLUS 4 Hour Discover Nadi Private Tour is rated number 20 in our top 20 best things to do in Fiji.