South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only)
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Viti Levu, Fiji
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
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Overview
Enjoy a full-day cruise around Fiji's Mamanuca Islands aboard a catamaran. Admire the views as you sail and stop at deserted sand cays and reefs to swim, relax, and snorkel. With snorkeling gear provided and gourmet buffet lunch with beer and wine, this is the best way to see these islands and take home memories to last a lifetime. Open to kids aged five and up.
- Snorkelling (gear provided) and swimming at untouched coral reefs
- Includes coach transfers and hotel pickup from popular Fiji resort areas
- Be as active in the water or relaxed on board as you like
- Ideal for couples, friends, or families with kids aged five and above
What's Included
- Return pre-booked coach transfers to/from Port Denarau to/from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda & Wailoaloa area
- Full day sailing experience around the Mamanuca Islands
- Snorkelling (gear provided) and swimming at untouched coral reefs
- LunchGourmet morning tea and buffet lunch created by our executive chef
- Complimentary soft drinks and bottled water all day long
- Complimentary local beer and house wine from lunch time for 2 hours
- A range of seating options including day beds, booths, and bean bags
- Swim and snorkel at a tropical reef, plus visit a deserted sand cay (snorkelling gear included).
- Paddle board usage while at anchor
- Laid back tunes and a fun crew!
- Drinks other than the complimentary inclusions
- • Infants and children under 5 years are not permitted on this Day Cruise.
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.9:45 am
What To Expect
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Mamanuca Islands
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- For safety reasons, children under 8 years old are not permitted on this day trip.
- Please bring swimsuit, towel, protective clothing from the sun including a hat and sunblock, light jacket or sweater during the cooler months, money or credit card for optional purchases, your camera and sense of fun!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Rae_B
Our best day in Fiji, hands down. The Sabre is a gorgeous and comfy boat. We were lucky enough to tour on a quiet Sunday, with only about 20 passengers aboard. The sail out included a welcome mimosa, some tasty eats, and truly beautiful views. At the sand bar we had a fabulous time snorkeling the reef before getting some sun time and drinks on the sand, followed by a delicious bbq lunch back on the boat. We were back in the water and watching stingrays after another round of sunblock, and then sailed away as the tide started to rise and the sand bar started disappearing underwater. Glorious with a cocktail or two!
Throughout, the crew were fun, helpful, and efficient, delivering a truly top notch service. Incl. the transfer services to and from the marina.
We can't recommend this tour highly enough.
Reviews
4.8
based on 618 reviews
Tanya_G, Mar 2026
Amazing day from start to finish.. staff are friendly and make the day so enjoyable.. Food and drinks next level. Fantastic atmosphere
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka Tanya_G,
Thank you for your amazing review!
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again for another amazing day on the water.
Warm Regards!
Julie_B, Mar 2026
This excursion was so much fun! We saw amazing marine life during the Coral snorkeling part. Our guide for the snorkeling was knowledgeable and made the experience easy and laid back. Food was also great and the dancing…let’s just say fun was had by ALL!! 💃🏼🕺🏼
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka Julie_B,
Vinaka vakalevu for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had so much fun on the South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip and enjoyed the coral snorkeling, knowledgeable guide, delicious food, and dancing.
It’s fantastic that the whole experience was enjoyable for everyone, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable day on the water in Fiji!
Warm Regards!
Thomas_L, Feb 2026
Fantastic sailing and snorkeling. The crew was amazing. Beautiful day on the water. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka Thomas_L,
Vinaka vakalevu for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day sailing and snorkeling with South Sea Sailing.
Our crew are the heart of the experience and i am glad they made your day enjoyable and that the beautiful waters of Fiji added to the experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable day on the water.
Warm Regards!
Ashleigh_P, Feb 2026
Honestly the best full day sailing experience in Fiji!
The boat is beautiful, with plenty of space for sun baking on these bean bags or if preferred to be in the shade lots of tables situated in the undercover area. The crew were extremely welcoming and ensured we had the best possible experience. Snorkeling wasn’t really my thing but enjoyed going down the water slide and the awesome bbq lunch & drinks prepared by the crew.
To the Saber Crew - thanks for making it such a memorable experience! We’ll definitely be back again.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka Ashleigh_P,
Vinaka vakalevu for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip and found the boat comfortable and the crew so welcoming.
It’s fantastic that you had fun on the water slide and enjoyed the BBQ lunch and drinks, even if snorkelling wasn’t your thing. Your kind words for the crew mean a lot — they’ll be delighted to hear they helped make your day memorable!
We look forward to welcoming you back on board for another amazing day on the water.
Warm Regards!
Warren_S, Feb 2026
Great food, friendly staff / crew, wonderful snorkeling. Thanks for a great day 😃 Loved the Catamaran very clean
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka Warren_S,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful day on our South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip.
It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the snorkeling, food, and friendly service, and that the catamaran met your expectations for cleanliness and comfort. Your kind words mean a lot to our team!
We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable day on the water.
Warm Regards!
William_S, Feb 2026
The tour was lots of fun for the first several hours. It's an extremely long sail back into the port and they played loud country music most of the way back. It killed the fun vibe of the day.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bula Vinaka William_S,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your day on South Sea Sailing with Sabre.
We sincerely appreciate your comments regarding the sail back and the music selection. We understand how this affected your experience, and we’ll take your feedback on board as we continue to improve the journey for all our guests.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for another enjoyable day on the water.
Warm Regards!
Hamish_A, Jan 2026
Had a great day out. Staff were great. Snorkelling was good. Food was really good. Plenty of free drinks to be had.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Vinaka Hamish_A,
Vinaka vakalevu for your great review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed a fantastic day out on the water and that our team, snorkelling experience, food, and complimentary drinks all hit the mark.
Thank you for choosing South Sea Sailing. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing and memorable day in Fiji.
Warm Regards.
Brie_C, Jan 2026
This was one of the best tours I have ever done. The crew was very fun, caring and made the whole experience memorable.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Vinaka Brie_C,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you consider our South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip one of the best tours you’ve ever done.
It’s wonderful to know that our crew made your day fun, caring, and memorable — they’ll be delighted to hear your kind words!
We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing adventure on the water.
Vinaka and warm regards,
Marc_C, Jan 2026
Awesome time, crew were excellent and we had a great time.
Good and cocktails were also great.
Cheers
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Vinaka Marc_C,
Vinaka vakalevu for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an awesome time on our South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip and that our crew made your day enjoyable.
It’s wonderful to know you also enjoyed the food and cocktails, we’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to the team.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic day on the water!
Warm Regards!
Jeanne_G, Jan 2026
Warm water and great snorkeling-lots of fish. Rainy day but the crew was fantastic. Lunch was amazing.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Vinaka Jeanne_G,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the snorkelling, the warm waters, and that our crew made your rainy day feel special.
It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the lunch as well, we’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to the team.
We hope to welcome you back soon for another amazing day on the water!
Warm Regards!
Chase_B, Jan 2026
Crew and the boat were awesome. Super lively bunch of crew members. The food is incredible and plenty! You won't leave hungry or thirsty. The snorkeling was a great time! You'll enjoy yourself for sure!
Jemima_J, Jan 2026
Incredible day out. The best snorkelling and incredible staff who went above and beyond to make sure everyone had an enjoyable day. Food was great too. Highly recommend and shoutout to Saki. The boat is beautiful and so relaxing.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Jemima,
Vinaka vakalevu for your wonderful review and for recommending our South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip.
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had an incredible day and enjoyed the snorkelling, food, and the relaxing experience on board.
Your kind words about our team mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to pass on a special shoutout to Saki, who will be thrilled to know they helped make your day so memorable.
Thank you again for choosing to sail with us. We truly hope to welcome you back for another beautiful day on the water in Fiji.
Warm Regards!
Sophie_B, Jan 2026
This was such a great day out - location, boat, activities, food and staff were amazing. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Bula Sophie_B,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the full day sailing trip—the location, boat, activities, food, and our team.
Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable day on the water!
Vinaka vakalevu!
Sean_S, Dec 2025
Amazing trip! Easy to navigate with the bus pickup/dropoff. The crew was friendly and extremely hospitable, we had an amazing group of guests we met on board and you have a lot of autonomy on how you like to spend your cruise time.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Bula Sean_S,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ease of our bus transfers, the hospitality of our crew, and the flexibility to spend your time on board as you wished.
It’s also great to know you met a lovely group of fellow guests—shared experiences like these often make the day even more memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another South Sea Sailing adventure soon!
Vinaka vakalevu!
Robyn_F, Dec 2025
This is a fantastic day out from start to finish. Cannot recommend highly enough. Boat is awesome crew is even better. Food was wonderful and it was a perfect relaxing day out with superb snorkelling to boot.
Gary_L, Dec 2025
Bad weather day turned into a wonderful fun day!
The weather was bad, rained for most of the day. But, the crew made it super fun. We danced, sang, snorkeled, had great food. Highly recommended! :)
varun_s, Dec 2025
Best trip in fiji. Better than the other cruises. Very good quality food. Amazing relaxing catamaran. Band playing as well. Great snorkelling and water activities
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Bula varun_s,
Vinaka vakalevu for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your South Sea Sailing trip and that it was the highlight of your time in Fiji. It’s great to know you loved the food, the relaxing catamaran, the live music, and the snorkelling.
Thank you for choosing to sail with us — we hope to welcome you back onboard again soon!
Warm regards,
melanie_M, Nov 2025
The catamaran broke down once we had boarded. The workers made us comfortable and fed and watered us. We then offered an alternative trip which was fantastic. The guides were super friendly and fun, they made the whole experience a lot of fun for the kids and guides took us to the best snorkelling spots.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Bula melanie_M,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad to hear that despite the initial hiccup with the catamaran, our team was able to make you comfortable and provide a memorable experience.
It’s wonderful to know that you and your family enjoyed the alternative trip, the fantastic snorkeling spots, and the friendly, fun guides. Creating enjoyable and safe experiences for both kids and adults is exactly what we strive for, and we’re delighted this made your day special.
We look forward to welcoming you back onboard for another adventure in the Fijian waters!
Vinaka vakalevu,
Peter_J, Nov 2025
Boat broke down and didnt leave Port Denaru. They stated that a full refund will be givern. No confirmation of same from them or Viator as yet. Not happy.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Bula Peter,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry that your South Sea Sailing trip did not operate as scheduled due to an unexpected mechanical issue. We understand how disappointing this experience must have been, especially when you were looking forward to your day out on the water.
Please be assured that when a trip is unable to depart, we offer guests the option to transfer to an alternative day trip or receive a full refund.
To assist you promptly, could you please email us at customerservices@ssc.com.fj
with your booking details? We will happily investigate this for you and ensure your refund or preferred resolution is actioned as quickly as possible.
We appreciate your patience and hope we can welcome you onboard for a much better experience in the future.
Vinaka vakalevu.
johnchic, Nov 2025
This is a fantastic tour. We had a smooth and easy pick up right on time at our resort checked in at the dock both to them playing to welcome us a welcome cocktail. This was the nicest catamaran I have ever been on plenty of space to sit beanbag chairs to be upfront on the boat. An amazing day of snorkeling, great food and great staff. This is a do not miss when coming to Fiji.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Bula johnchic,
Vinaka vakalevu for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable day with us aboard our catamaran.
It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the smooth pick-up, welcome cocktail, spacious seating, amazing snorkeling spots, delicious food, and friendly crew. Creating memorable experiences for our guests is exactly what we strive for, and we’re delighted that your day was so special.
We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Fiji!
Warm regards,
Tom_R, Nov 2025
This is the best thing we did in Fiji. So good that we did it twice. The crew of the Sabre were fantastic. They take care of your every need. And they sing. The food is better than we ever expected. Tandoori chicken, pork belly, swordfish (cooked perfectly), salads and sausage for lunch and slider sandwiches for brunch. Incredible. The snorkeling was very good and we’re divers. A great way to spend the day in Fiji for a great price. The second trip was 20% off. Relaxing and fun. All thanks to the crew.
Guy_B, Nov 2025
We had a fantastic day on a beautiful, modern boat, staffed by wonderfully friendly and hospitable crew in a stunning destination. The food was great (we were fed twice) and plentiful, and we had soft drinks and bottled water included all day, as well as alcohol for 2 hours. The water was calm, warm and magnificent for snorkelling, swimming or just lounging around in. Very highly recommended.
Rose_T, Nov 2025
Amazing crew! Great food and drinks! We enjoyed the snorkeling, the scenery was terrific
Amazing Fijian voices
Rae_B, Oct 2025
Our best day in Fiji, hands down. The Sabre is a gorgeous and comfy boat. We were lucky enough to tour on a quiet Sunday, with only about 20 passengers aboard. The sail out included a welcome mimosa, some tasty eats, and truly beautiful views. At the sand bar we had a fabulous time snorkeling the reef before getting some sun time and drinks on the sand, followed by a delicious bbq lunch back on the boat. We were back in the water and watching stingrays after another round of sunblock, and then sailed away as the tide started to rise and the sand bar started disappearing underwater. Glorious with a cocktail or two!
Throughout, the crew were fun, helpful, and efficient, delivering a truly top notch service. Incl. the transfer services to and from the marina.
We can't recommend this tour highly enough.
Christina_C, Oct 2025
Great boat and service! A must if you come to Fiji! The crew, food and drinks were great! The sand location to swim and snorkeling was gorgeous!
Zani_P, Oct 2025
It was a fun experience in Fiji. For first time snorkelers, one of the crew took it upon himself to ensure we got to try it in a safe space and then took us on an excursion again later in the day once our confidence was higher. We would highly recommend this trip.
Rebecca_H, Oct 2025
Amazing experience for every age. The food was amazing, the service was outstanding and the most enjoyable activities.
Trevor_A, Oct 2025
Epic day trip, adult and kids alike
A true cruise out to the sand bank… not like the ferry rides to the island resorts that are advertised as cruises
We caught glimpses of whales on the way out and the snorkelling around the reefs was top notch and perfectly safe for all ages
The cat has a slide down into the water along with a stairway that drops down into the water when at anchor
Food and drinks were top notch as well and catered for everyone
A short swim to the sand and we sat on deck chairs for drinks
Staff were very accommodating and helpful
Plenty of comfortable seating and beanbags on the front trampolines……. Many of us feel asleep on them on the way back
Happy and tired after an outstanding day
This is a must do, you will not be disappointed
Kendall_C, Oct 2025
Amazing experience onboard. The boat was nicer than expected (we were on Sabre). Plenty of shade and bean bags out the back for lounging in the sun.. almost everyone had a private booth with a table and newly holstered seats.. Food was great- we got a lovely morning tea too which I didnt realise was included. Snorkeling was nice with beautiful clear waters.. the slide was a hit and everyone loved jumping in off the back of the boat.. honestly a 10/10 🫶
Travelled with 2 kids -5 & 9 and it was a fun easy experience
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Bula Vinaka Kendall,
Thank you for your wonderful review and for sharing your 10/10 experience aboard Sabre!
We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a fantastic day with South Sea Sailing, from relaxing on the beanbags and private booths to enjoying the slide, snorkelling, and crystal-clear waters.
It’s great to know you appreciated the food and morning tea, and that the trip was fun and easy for both you and your children. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to the crew, who love creating memorable days out on the water.
We can’t wait to welcome you back onboard for another amazing sailing adventure!
Vinaka vakalevu!
Mason_E, Sep 2025
This was a fantastic trip. The crew were amazing and really made the day for us. The food and drink was fantastic, as was the atmosphere with the crew singing and dancing. The snorkel spot and sand bar were great. 100% recommend this trip when you are in Fiji.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Bula Vinaka Mason,
Thank you for your fantastic review of your South Sea Sailing full day trip!
We are so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the crew, the food and drinks, and the lively atmosphere — it sounds like a truly memorable day on the water.
We’re glad you loved the snorkel spot and sandbar as well, and we really appreciate your 100% recommendation.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Fiji for more unforgettable adventures!
Vinaka vakalevu!
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