Fiji Sailing: Mamanuca Islands Full Day with Lunch & Snorkel

The Catamaran That Changes Every Day Depending on the Wind

You board a 78-foot catamaran in the Mamanuca Islands and spend the day sailing where the wind takes you, stopping at a private reef for snorkeling with gear included. Lunch is gourmet, beer and wine are free for two hours, and coach transfers from Nadi or Denarau are part of the package. The boat has shaded seating, a water slide, and paddle boards, so you're not rushed or exposed. Return happens in the late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day sailing and island activities

• Board the 78-foot sailing catamaran SABRE
• Cruise through the Mamanuca Islands
• Enjoy morning tea on board
• Stop at private island South Sea Cay
• Beach time and snorkeling at South Sea Cay
• Enjoy gourmet buffet lunch with drinks
• Relax under shaded canopies and seating
• Use water slide and front steps
• Access fully licensed bar (charged separately)

The experience

The SABRE doesn't follow a fixed route. It can't. A 78-foot sailing catamaran in the Mamanuca Islands means the crew reads the tropical breezes each morning and decides where to go, which is either the most freeing thing or the most unsettling, depending on how much you need a plan. Either way, you're on Fiji's newest day trip, and the boat itself is the only one of its kind in the southern hemisphere, which is the kind of detail that matters when you're spending a full day on the water.

The day starts early enough that you'll notice the light is still soft when the SABRE leaves Port Denarau. Coach pickup runs from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda and Wailoaloa, so if you're staying anywhere in that stretch, you don't arrange transport yourself. It's included. Morning tea arrives first, then a gourmet buffet lunch made by an executive chef, which is not what you expect on a boat full of families and groups. Complimentary beer and house wine flow for two hours from lunchtime, and after that, the fully stocked bar is there if you want it, charged on what you actually drink. Soft drinks and bottled water run all day, no limit.

The real stop is South Sea Cay, a private island where the snorkeling happens. You get gear included, and the reef is close enough that you're in the water within minutes of the tender dropping you off. Some people spend the whole afternoon there. Others drift back to the SABRE's bean bags and booths. There's a water slide off the front if you want to mess around, or paddle boards if you want to drift. The shaded canopies mean you're not cooking in the sun the whole time, which matters more than it sounds when you're eight hours into a tropical day.

The itinerary shifts with the conditions, so no two days are identical. That's the trade-off: you don't know exactly where you'll anchor or which reef you'll hit, but that's also why the crew can say with a straight face that every departure is a one-off experience. Kids have to be at least five years old, and you'll want sunblock, a hat, and a swimsuit. Bring a camera if you care about the light on the water at midday.

What’s included

Your day includes coach transfers to and from Port Denarau (from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda or Wailoaloa), morning tea, a gourmet buffet lunch prepared by an executive chef, complimentary soft drinks and bottled water all day, complimentary local beer and house wine for two hours from lunchtime, snorkeling gear, paddle board use, and a full day sailing through the Mamanuca Islands with a stop at the private South Sea Cay for swimming and snorkeling.

Options for this experience

2 options

South Sea Sailing from Denarau09:45Important notes: Children under 8 must wear a lifejacket at all times during the trip, and lifejackets are provided. Coach pickup time: check the coach timetable on our website, as pickup is earlier than boat departure to allow time for the coach transfer to the Marina. Duration: 7 hours. Full day sailing trip departing Port Denarau at 9:45 am and returning at 4:45 pm. Morning tea and a buffet lunch are served. Pick-up area: departs Port Denarau at 9:45 am for customers from the Denarau, Wailoaloa and Nadi areas, and returns to Port Denarau at 4:45 pm. Pickup is included.

South Sea Sailing Coral Coast09:45Important notes from the Coral Coast: Children under 8 must wear a lifejacket at all times during the trip, and lifejackets are provided. Coach resort pickup time: check the coach timetable on our website, as pickup is earlier than boat departure to allow time for the coach transfer to the Marina. Duration: 7 hours. Full day sailing trip departing Port Denarau at 9:45 am and returning at 4:45 pm. Morning tea and a buffet lunch are served. Pick-up area: complimentary return coach transfers are provided from the Coral Coast, Natadola, Sonaisali and Momi Bay hotels. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:45

Book up to14h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 70

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 45 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by South Sea Cruises, Yasawa Adventures Fiji, Blue Lagoon Cruises

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full day on the water without arranging your own boat, transport, or meals: the fixed pickup from your area and the included lunch mean you show up and sail, not plan logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the price?

Coach transfers from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda or Wailoaloa; morning tea; gourmet buffet lunch; complimentary soft drinks, water, beer and house wine for two hours from lunch; snorkeling gear; and paddle board use while anchored.

How long is the full day trip?

It's a full-day experience, typically departing in the morning and returning in the late afternoon. Exact timing depends on pickup location and sea conditions.

What if the weather is bad?

The itinerary changes based on tropical breezes and sea conditions each day. The crew decides the route and stops in the morning. If conditions are unsafe, the operator will advise before departure.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, snorkeling gear is included. You stop at South Sea Cay, a private island with a tropical reef nearby.

Can I bring my own alcohol?

No outside alcohol is permitted. Beer, wine and cocktails are available on the boat. Beer and house wine are complimentary for two hours from lunch, and other drinks are charged on consumption.

What should I bring?

Swimsuit, towel, hat, sunblock, protective clothing, a light jacket for cooler months, money or credit card for optional purchases, and a camera.

Is there a water slide?

Yes, the SABRE has a water slide at the front and paddle boards available while anchored at South Sea Cay.