13-Day Island Hopping & Iguanas in Fiji

Upon arrival at Nadi Airport, you’ll meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation in Denarau. Denarau Island has everything you’ve dreamed of and more. Palm trees, sandy beaches, luxury resorts and world-class restaurants fuel the beating heart of Denarau Island. The gateway to one of Fiji’s 300 other islands, Denarau is the perfect place to begin your Fiji adventure.

From: Nadi Airport
To: Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa

Upon arrival at Nadi Airport, you’ll meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation in Denarau.

Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa is ideally located on 2.5 kilometres of beach on Denarau Island.

Discover a paradise of sun, sea and sand at this relaxing resort. Indulge in a massage by the sea or choose from an array of treatments at the award-winning Pevonia concept spa.

Every guest room offers a private terrace or balcony, and the suites provide even more space and luxury. Every meal can be enjoyed with ocean views on the side when you dine at one of the on-site restaurants.

Address: Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Fiji

Just off the west coast of the main island of Fiji, you’ll find the beautiful Denarau Island.

A great starting (or finishing) point for your trip to Fiji, travellers flock here to be pampered, enjoy world-class restaurants and incredible palm-lined beaches. Despite being just over 2.5 square kilometres, it hosts a wide range of activities and is also the gateway to a number of other pristine islands in the archipelago such as Malolo and more.

The island also hosts an 18-hole golf course as well as a huge waterpark.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Denarau Island, Fiji

This morning, you’ll transfer to Port Denarau for your ferry to Malolo Island, part of the Mamanuca Islands. You’ll arrive at your accommodation where you will stay for five nights with an all-inclusive package. Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a haven for adults, it is one of the only resorts in Fiji which boasts overwater bures surrounded by nothing but ocean blues. The resort is synonymous with Fijian culture and that shines through in its authentically-styled architecture.

From: Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
To: Port Denarau

Transfer to Port Denarau for your ferry to Malolo Island.

From: Port Denarau
To: Malolo Island

Transfer to Port Denarau for your ferry to Malolo Island, part of the Mamanuca Islands.

Likuliku Lagoon Resort offers a daily-changing schedule of activities, including complimentary non-motorised watersports such as stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing, plus complimentary snorkelling equipment.

The islands of the Mamanucas are rich with coral reefs and a vast variety of amazing tropical fish. Likuliku Lagoon and Malolo Island are surrounded by a fringing coral reef making snorkelling ideal.

If you want to venture further afield and explore other snorkel sites, the resort offers daily trips to various sites nearby and sometimes you may even end up in an undiscovered part of the islands, seeing amazing marine life for the first time.

Within the immediate area surrounding Likuliku and Malolo Island, there is a marine reserve and fishing is strictly forbidden. However, the resort offers a variety of fishing excursions to areas where keen anglers can troll for Tuna or perhaps a Giant Trevally.

Address: Fiji

Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a haven of subtle luxury for adults only and reserved exclusively for guests in-residence at the resort.

A wilderness island retreat, it is the first and only resort in Fiji with authentic over water-bures, in a natural ocean lagoon, surrounded by a protected marine sanctuary. It is a unique and special place amidst a pristine environment, designed with integrity to Fijian cultural values, traditional designs and architecture, and is embraced by the renowned warmth of the Fijian people.

From the water, it looks like an ancient village, so traditional is the style. The beating heart of the Resort is a magnificent building in the design of a Fijian canoe house. Surrounded by sprawling ceilings, hand-woven thatch and an exotic mix of natural materials and modern elements, Likuliku Lagoon Resort embodies the richness of an ancient culture with vibrant present-day lifestyle touches.

Along the beachfront are 35 bures with direct beach and Lagoon access; 18 bures have their own private plunge pool, and all beachfront bures have a personal daybed retreat, and private courtyard with secluded outdoor shower. The 10 unique and spacious over-water bures sit majestically above the coral reef and allow access from their own private balcony straight into the ocean.

Fresh, clean and creative, Executive Chef Ryan Ward showcases Likuliku’s cuisine with the finest local and international produce with an emphasis on local seafood, lush tropical fruits, premium product and the diversity of cultures that shape the South Pacific.

Address: Likuliku Lagoon Resort, Fiji

Today, you’ll have the whole day to relax on Malolo Island. You can laze on your daybed, snorkel the azure crystal clear waters of Likuliku Lagoon, visit the Sacred Sites, be pampered from head to toe or feel the rush as you jet ski to a deserted island. The choice of land and sea activities is seemingly endless and you can be as adventurous or relaxed as you like. It’s your trip, the choice is yours!.

Extending in an arc off the west coast of Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, the Mamanuca Islands are comprised of 20 exquisite volcanic islands, seven of which are covered by the Pacific Ocean at high tide.

This idyllic archipelago rests in a lagoon formed between the Great Sea Reef and the mainland. It boasts magnificent palmlined beaches, lush tropical vegetation and an array of gorgeous luxury resorts. This extraordinarily scenic landscape makes an ideal backdrop for the impressive range of outdoor activities on offer.

These include, among others: diving, parasailing, snorkelling, sailing, dolphin-watching, swimming, kayaking, windsurfing and hiking. Visitors can also enjoy interacting with the fabulously friendly locals at one of the many remote little villages.

Whether you are young or old, a party animal or looking for a quiet romantic retreat, there is an island for everyone in this much-loved island group.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Mamanuca Islands, Fiji

Join the Resort Environment Manager for a presentation on the history of the Iguana in Fiji, on Malolo Island and specifically on the resort leases.

You’ll learn how the species has been saved on Malolo, and what has and is being done to ensure the survival of its habitat and other biodiversity.

This will be followed by a personalised tour of the Resort’s Iguana Sanctuary, Breeding Cages and Dry Forest Habitat.

Address: Likuliku Lagoon Resort, Fiji

On this tour, you will experience how indigenous landowners live at the local villages of Yaro and Solevu by taking the “Shell Village Tour”. Solevu is also the home of the Paramount Chief of the Mamanuca Islands.

You can also experience a traditional Fijian church service available to guests each Sunday. Fiji is a multi-religious country represented by all major religions. The majority of Fijians are Christians and on Malolo Island, there is a Methodist service each Sunday at Yaro Village where the highlight is to experience the exquisite voices of the local Fijian choir.

Address: Likuliku Lagoon Resort, Fiji

Often the best time to be on the water is in the early morning before the wind picks up and it is certainly the best time for an early morning island hopping trip. Today, you’ll have another free day to spend as you wish and you’ll have the option to head out on an island hopping tour. You’ll be taken past Castaway Island, Mana Island, Matamanoa Island and finally, MonuRiki Island where you’ll stop for a swim, snorkel and walk along the beach.

Often the best time to be on the water is in the early morning before the wind picks up and it is certainly the best time for an early morning island hopping trip.

On this tour, you’ll be taken past Castaway Island, Mana Island, Matamanoa Island and finally, MonuRiki Island where you’ll stop for a swim, snorkel and walk along the beach. MonuRiki Island is one of the most stunningly beautiful islands in the Mamanucas and is where the famous “Cast Away” movie with Tom Hanks was filmed.

The trip then heads north around Monu Island, west round the top of Yanuya Island, past Tokoriki Island before turning south for the return trip past Tavua Island and finally stopping at Mana Sand Bank for another swim and snorkel, before heading back for a late breakfast at the resort.

Address: Likuliku Lagoon Resort, Fiji

Like many of its neighbours, Malolo Island is utterly idyllic. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day life and enjoy complete seclusion and relaxation.

Between golden sandy beaches, stunning coral reefs, azure waters and waving palm trees, there are lots of places to enjoy the beauty of the island, whether you’re relaxing, swimming, hiking or more.

Part of the Mamanuca Islands, Malolo Island offers fabulous snorkelling opportunities where the abundance of marine life makes you feel as though you are swimming in an aquarium. You can also take the opportunity to meet local people in a traditional village or perhaps head out on a fishing trip.

Address: Malolo Island, Fiji

Today is another day spent at leisure to sit back and relax on Malolo Island. Like many of its neighbours, Malolo Island is utterly idyllic. Between golden sandy beaches, stunning coral reefs, azure waters and waving palm trees, there are lots of places to enjoy the beauty of the island, whether you’re relaxing, swimming, hiking or more. If you’re feeling like you want an adventure, you can get a boat to Cloud 9, Fiji’s only tow-level platform which features a pizza oven and international bar!.

Like many of its neighbours, Malolo Island is utterly idyllic. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day life and enjoy complete seclusion and relaxation.

Between golden sandy beaches, stunning coral reefs, azure waters and waving palm trees, there are lots of places to enjoy the beauty of the island, whether you’re relaxing, swimming, hiking or more.

Part of the Mamanuca Islands, Malolo Island offers fabulous snorkelling opportunities where the abundance of marine life makes you feel as though you are swimming in an aquarium. You can also take the opportunity to meet local people in a traditional village or perhaps head out on a fishing trip.

Address: Malolo Island, Fiji

Cloud 9 is Fiji’s only two-level floating platform with an internationally stocked bar and Italian wood-fired pizzeria surrounded by turquoise blue water and picturesque views.

This unique venue features a surround sound system throughout, sun decks and day beds. The music does not focus on the mainstream, it is here to create a relaxed atmosphere while you are embracing the seascape. Cloud 9 is built with precision and creativity giving you an experience like no other!

Cloud 9 creates an ambience perfect for all.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Roro Reef (off Malolo Island), Mamanuca Islands, Fiji

With your last free day at the Likuliku Lagoon Resort, you can choose to head out with Subsurface Fiji, on a scuba-diving trip. You’ll enter a world of vivid turquoise waters, abundant with beautiful hard and soft corals, teeming with an amazing variety of colourful reef fish. Choose a relaxing dive in the calm inner reef waters or explore the deeper ocean side Mamanuca barrier reef where dolphins, manta rays, turtles and large pelagic fish are your dive companions.

The Likuliku Lagoon Resort’s dive centre is operated by Subsurface Fiji, a PADI 5 Star IDC.

A short boat ride away and just below the surface is another world. A world of vivid turquoise waters, abundant with beautiful hard and soft corals, teeming with an amazing variety of colourful reef fish.

Choose a relaxing dive in the calm inner reef waters or explore the deeper ocean side Mamanuca barrier reef where dolphins, manta rays, turtles and large pelagic fish are your dive companions.

For certified divers, you can head to a choice of 44 dive sites in the Mamanuca Islands. Expect to see caves, pinnacles, walls, a crashed B26 Bomber from WW2, a shipwreck and experience the shark encounter dive at the world-famous ‘Supermarket’ dive site.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Malolo Lailai Islands, Fiji

Today, you’ll say goodbye to one paradisical island, head back to Denarau, and catch a flight to another beautiful island in the Fijian archipelago, Yasawa Island. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation. Yasawa Island is not as well-travelled than other Fijian islands, and therefore it offers a more authentic cultural experience. This afternoon, you can visit the local villages, take part in a ceremony or taste some traditional food.

From: Malolo Island
To: Port Denarau

Take the ferry back to Port Denarau and arrive at Nadi Airport for your flight to Yasawa Island.

From: Port Denarau
To: Nadi Airport

Take the ferry back to Port Denarau and arrive at Nadi Airport for your flight to Yasawa Island.

From: Nadi Airport
To: Yasawa Island

Catch your flight to Yasawa Island.

From: Yasawa Island
To: Yasawa Island Resort and Spa

Transfer to your accommodation, where you will stay for five nights.

There are 15 words in the Fijian language meaning Heaven and ‘Yasawa’ is the first. Yasawa Island Resort and Spa is an exclusive all-inclusive resort on one of the most remote and unspoiled islands of Fiji.

Just 18 luxury bungalows are hidden among the palms, each just a few steps from a pristine white beach. Swim in crystal clear waters, explore any of the 10 private beaches, dive on vividly coloured corals, connect with an ancient culture or indulge in Fiji’s first beachfront spa.

Whatever you choose to do at Yasawa, you’ll do it in complete seclusion.

Address: Yasawa Island Resort and Spa, Yasawa Island, Fiji

On an island overlooked by the modern world, Yasawa offers an intimate and authentic cultural experience.

With the permission of the chief, guests can visit the nearby village of Bukama where school children offer a welcome in song. Or at the resort, guests might take part in a lovo (Fijian feast), witness an evening Meke (dance ceremony), or sense the full resonance of Fijian voices when the village choir pays a visit on Sunday evenings.

Address: Yasawa Island Resort and Spa, Yasawa Island, Fiji

You are in paradise so spend the day indulging in Yasawa Island Resort’s many inclusive activities. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, you can spend the day on one of the island’s ten private beaches, snorkel over vibrant corals and connect with the ancient Fijian culture. On offer for free rental nare kayaks, stand up paddleboards, tennis courts, guided walks, catamaran trips and so much more. Whatever you choose to do at Yasawa Island Resort, you’ll do it in complete seclusion.

You are in paradise so spend the day indulging in Yasawa Island Resort’s many inclusive activities.

Surrounded by crystal clear waters, you can spend the day on one of the island’s ten private beaches, snorkel over vibrant corals and connect with the ancient Fijian culture.

With all-inclusive drinks, meals and snacks, spending the day poolside is a great way to make the most of the resort. On offer for free rental are kayaks, stand up paddleboards, tennis courts, guided walks, catamaran trips and so much more.

There are scheduled activities including village visits, Blue Lagoon cave trips, guided snorkelling trips, visit to Fijian villages, guided nature walks, kava ceremonies, cultural demonstrations and trips to private beaches included in your stay. These trips are a great way to see more of the island.

Whatever you choose to do at Yasawa Island Resort, you’ll do it in complete seclusion.

Address: Fiji

Today is another free day to make use of the all-inclusiveactivities on offer. One of Yasawa’s most unique water-based activities is an excursion to the Blue Lagoon Caves. You can visit this spectacular lagoon and swim within its hidden chambers, linked to the sea by underwater passages. Yasawa Island Resort is surrounded by deserted beaches, ready for you to enjoy a specially prepared private beach picnic.

One of Yasawa’s unique water-based activities is an excursion to the Blue Lagoon Caves.

Travel the picturesque length of Yasawa Island by boat with your fellow guests; skim over turquoise waters and past incredible cliffs and beaches. Hidden beneath a dramatic volcanic peak at the southern end of Yasawa Island are the Blue Lagoon Caves, one of the settings for the 1980 movie starring Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins.

You can visit this spectacular lagoon and swim within its hidden chambers, linked to the sea by underwater passages.

Address: Yasawa, Fiji

Yasawa Island Resort is surrounded by deserted beaches, ready for you to enjoy a specially prepared private beach picnic.

Whether it’s an afternoon relaxing on the beach or a romantic getaway, Yasawa Island Resort’s friendly staff will pack a delightful picnic for you to enjoy.

Like all meals at Yasawa Island Resort, the private beach picnic is included in the all-inclusive tariff.

Address: Yasawa Islands, Fiji

Today, you’ll be free to spend the day as you wish once again. It is highly recommended that you spend one of your days onm Yasawa Island underwater diving. The island is surrounded by uncharted reefs, submerged in turquoise and jade green seas. The remote location gives you the enviable situation of having all of Yasawa’s incredible dive sites to yourself. Let the expertise of the dive team assist with dive site choices of the day.

Yasawa Island is made up of rugged volcanic rock whose sheer cliffs fall into the sea creating the most amazing limestone coral formations and drops offs.

The island is surrounded by uncharted reefs, submerged in turquoise and jade green seas. The remote location gives you the enviable situation of having all of Yasawa’s incredible dive sites to yourself. The western side of the island (where the resort is located) is surrounded by magnificent, unspoiled coral reefs and offers a broad cross-section of dive possibilities for all levels of divers.

Some sites offer gentle current, others little or none. Let the expertise of the dive team assist with dive site choices of the day, taking into consideration local sea conditions, tides, currents and your dive experience.

For those wanting to try scuba diving for the first time, the resort offers complimentary PADI Discover Scuba Diving pool sessions and PADI Open Water Certification courses.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Yasawa Islands, Fiji

Today is your last full day on Yasawa Island. The last day presents the perfect opportunity to experience local cooking demonstrations using freshly caught seafood and local produce. The cooking style is Fijian, featuring traditional South Pacific recipes using all local ingredients, herbs and spices. Before you leave, you should also partake in a traditional Fijian kava ceremony. You’ll love the resort, but it is the local community and culture that leaves a lasting imprint on your heart.

Yasawa Island Resort & Spa takes great care to ensure all guests enjoy their dining experience in Fiji.

The freshly caught seafood and local produce will be available for when you experience the local cooking demonstrations. The cooking style is Fijian, featuring traditional South Pacific recipes using all local ingredients, herbs and spices and you’ll be able to return home and recreate your Fijian experience for your friends and family.

Address: Yasawa Island Resort, Fiji

It is difficult to market the cultural component of a visit to Yasawa, but undoubtedly it is these experiences that guests remark on the most.

Fiji is famous for its kava, and at Yasawa Island Resort and Spa, you’ll be able to partake in a traditional Fijian kava ceremony.

You’ll love the resort, the beaches and the food, but it is the local community and culture that touches you and leaves a lasting imprint on your heart, long after you have departed our sandy shores.

Address: Yasawa Island Resort, Fiji

Today, you’ll enjoy your last all-inclusive buffet breakfast on the island before heading to the airport to catch your flight back to Nadi. Upon arrival at Nadi airport, you’ll transfer to your accommodation for your last night. Known for its swaying palm trees, sandy beaches, luxury resorts and world-class restaurants, Denarau is one of the best places to begin and end your Fijian adventure.

From: Yasawa Island Resort
To: Yasawa Island

Head to the airport.

From: Yasawa Island
To: Nadi Airport

From: Nadi Airport
To: Port Denarau

Just off the west coast of the main island of Fiji, you’ll find the beautiful Denarau Island.

A great starting (or finishing) point for your trip to Fiji, travellers flock here to be pampered, enjoy world-class restaurants and incredible palm-lined beaches. Despite being just over 2.5 square kilometres, it hosts a wide range of activities and is also the gateway to a number of other pristine islands in the archipelago such as Malolo and more.

The island also hosts an 18-hole golf course as well as a huge waterpark.

+ optional (not included in price)

Address: Denarau Island, Fiji

Today your dream trip comes to an end. When you’re ready you’ll catch your ferry and car transfer back to the airport for your departing flight.

From: Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
To: Port Denarau

Return to the main land to catch your flight

From: Port Denarau
To: Nadi Airport

Head to the airport for your departing flight.