A relaxing day with beautiful hosts and great weather! I would look into the night trip next time!!!





For lots of fun under the sun, you can't beat a day at South Sea Island. Approx 30 minute ferry ride from Port Denarau. It may be small in size, but there is plenty to keep you entertained. The hardest part is choosing what to do first! There is a salt water swimming pool and FREE use of non-motorized water sports equipment, including kayaking and sailing. Discover the underwater world with hours of snorkelling or jump on board the semi-submersible coral viewer. A tasty BBQ buffet lunch, beer, wine and soft drinks are included while ashore. Although the island is uninhabited, you can still get a taste of Fijian culture with a traditional Meke performance and craft market Monday to Saturday. Complimentary kids club and FREE 30 min WiFi is also offered on this tour Diving (additional cost). Diving in this area you can encounter drop offs and wall dives with lots of hard corals, crystal clear water & large schools of pelagic fish. An amazing experience is guaranteed
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
For lots of fun under the sun, you can't beat a day at South Sea Island. A day trip to South Sea Island is an easy 30 minute ferry ride from Denarau Marina with South Sea Cruises. It may be small in size, but there is plenty to keep you entertained. The hardest part is choosing what to do first! There is a salt water swimming pool and FREE use of non-motorized water sports equipment, including kayaking and sailing. Discover the underwater world with hours of snorkelling or if you want to stay dry, jump on board the semi-submersible coral viewer. Make sure you keep an eye out for Nemo! A tasty BBQ buffet lunch and beer, wine and soft drinks are included while ashore. Although the island is uninhabited, you can still get a taste of Fijian culture with a traditional Meke performance and craft market Monday to Saturday. Introductory diving (additional cost) is a particular focus on this island with pretty reef formations and plentiful fish making it a first time diver's dream. Start in the pool and then explore the stunning coral gardens and the fish life surrounding the island on a 'Discover Scuba' intro dive. There is also plenty to keep certified divers amused, with several beach dives and a purposefully sunk shipwreck. Diving in this area you can encounter drop offs and wall dives with lots of hard corals, crystal clear water & large schools of pelagic fish.
Please note that the departure time shown on your tour is the VESSEL DEPARTURE TIME FROM PORT DEANRAU, NOT YOUR COACH PICK UP TIME. If you require a hotel pick up, please select your hotel from the list of pick-up points in your booking process. All coach transfers must be pre-booked with our Reservations office at least the day before your tour by phoning our Call Center. The coach pickups commence approximately 75minutes before the vessel departs from Port Denarau. Please check with our reservations team for your coach pickup time or refer to the South Sea Cruises coach timetable on our website for more info.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $146 per person for this Viti Levu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Children aged 5–15 pay from $82, adults from $146. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Please note that the departure time shown on your tour is the VESSEL DEPARTURE TIME FROM PORT DEANRAU, NOT YOUR COACH PICK UP TIME. If you require a hotel pick up, please select your hotel from the list of pick-up points in your booking process. All coach transfers must be pre-booked with our Reservations office at least the day before your tour by phoning our Call Center. The coach pickups commence approximately 75minutes before the vessel departs from Port Denarau. Please check with our reservations team for your coach pickup time or refer to the South Sea Cruises coach timetable on our website for more info. Pickup points include InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa by IHG.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 614 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by South Sea Cruises, Yasawa Adventures Fiji, Blue Lagoon Cruises.
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A relaxing day with beautiful hosts and great weather! I would look into the night trip next time!!!
This activity had it all! One could do as much or as little as one liked. There were beach and water activities. Cultural entertainment. Various group or personal hangouts. A pristine beach. Unlimited food and drink. One could just unwind or engage!
I believe the all inclusive part made it feel cheap. Having done other day trips, the food and service were not typical as you would expect in Fiji. The staff were actually just rude. Snorkeling off the island wasn’t great but there’s a quick tour from the island for free that was worth it.
A very long day, but a great day out overall. The island isn’t very large, so you can walk a round it easily. There are quite a lot of spaces to put your belongings, we found a nice shaded mat with bean bags. This was the perfect nap spot for our 1.5 year old. There was a free guided snorkelling safari x2 in the day, 15 mins duration overall. I’d recommend you do this if you like snorkelling. They don’t guide you as such, it’s more follow the leader. I did snorkel from the beach however it wasn’t the best. Overall, it’s not the most amazing coral reef, but it’s nice. There was also a semi submersible boat you could take for a 15 mins journey. This is great for kids. There is a pool on the island as well as a complimentary bar, a paid bar, free watersports (stand up paddle board, snorkel hire and kayak), market stalls selling jewelry, as well as a paid massage. Lunch was really good, a large variety of salads, meat and fruit. Excellent honestly. There was also a performance during the meal. The only negatives is that the buses we were collected by were very run down, mouldy ceilings and broken seats. Also, there are a range of day trip options, half day, morning only, full day. So when you are on the full day, people are coming and going and it’s a little chaotic. I’d probably try another island if I were to come back to Fiji. However, if I did end back at South Sea, I wouldn’t be sad, it was a great day.
Treated like a VIP! This is a bit of a different review, as I became injured while playing a simple game of Tug-o-War, and needed to be transported back to the mainland for medical attention. These guys at South Sea Islands were amazing and deserve acknowledgment! The care, organisation and professionalism was excellent. On the island many people were with me to make me comfortable and to ensure my needs were met. There was someone at every point of my journey to look after me and my needs, reassuring me the whole time and ensuring a good hand over to the next point of care. The medical centre they organised for me was like a mini hospital where I received quick and efficient care. I spent little time in the waiting room being quickly provided with a bed to rest in. I was given a CT scan soon after seeing the doctor, and the results were returned within a couple of hours. I was able to leave soon after that. Totally impressed from beginning to end…. Although not impressed that I have likely torn a ligament! Food was good as was the Island Entertainment. Reef 🪸 is extremely damaged close to the shore. The weather was not the best so it may have affected our ability to go out to better examples of coral. The windy weather also impacted other water based activities.
Small island but with very friendly personnel that make you feel at home. Food is good with cold drinks!
Overall experience with island and facilities is great. But was not happy with the hidden charges that are been done. 1. On local debit card they are charging 2.5% surcharges fee which is not right 2. There is fuel surcharge that’s not mentioned when doing online booking and only comes into effect when checking in at the counter. So basically each person is charged on that. The hidden cost is not value for money as to what is advertised
Bula Vinaka Gurpreet, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your day at South Sea Island and the facilities available. We understand that having a clear understanding of the total cost is important when planning your holiday. For the benefit of guests considering a South Sea Island day trip, we would like to clarify that the fuel surcharge and applicable payment fees are advised as part of our booking process. When booking browsing the online, a Fuel Surcharge notification is displayed before the booking is completed. Guests are also required to review and accept our Terms & Conditions before proceeding with payment, which include information on applicable fuel surcharges and payment administration fees. For guests planning to book, we recommend reviewing these details before completing your booking so you have a clear understanding of any applicable charges. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to look for ways to make important booking information even clearer and easier to identify for our guests. Warm Tropical Regards Miri
We went on a day visit with unlimited drinks and lunch It’s a great way to spend the day. The lunch was wonderful for drinks. You get wine and beer soft drinks and water included all day long. We were picked up around 8:30 am in the morning and we were dropped back about 6:30 pm at night. I found it to be a good value for money. The only thing that I would recommend for people travelling please bring water shoes otherwise you cannot get into the water at most beaches. There are rocks and corals everywhere and you need to have special water shoes.
Bula Anna, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had a great day on South Sea Island and enjoyed the lunch, drinks and overall experience. We also appreciate your helpful tip regarding water shoes and are pleased you found the day to be good value for money. Vinaka vakalevu, and we hope to welcome you back to Fiji again soon! 🌴 Warm Regards Miri
Snorkeling is amazing, lots to see. Enjoyed the whole experience with my partner. I recommend a whole day experience vs half day, gives you time to relax in between activities.
We bought the whole day pass for 3 adults and 2 kids due the reviews from locals. We paid FJD $950 total and it was a waste of money and time. We left early because we were bored. We couldn't even walk around the entire due to restricted residents area. Food was not good. Not worh the money. Tey Malamala Beach Club or Serenity Island instead.
Bula Vinaka 579zakiaz, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for choosing to travel with South Sea Cruises. We are sorry to hear that South Sea Island did not meet your expectations. We understand that every guest has different preferences when it comes to their Fiji holiday, and what makes for an enjoyable day trip can vary considerably from one traveller to another. South Sea Island is designed as a compact, activity-focused island experience and is one of several day-trip options available through South Sea Cruises. For guests looking for different styles of experiences, we also offer a range of alternatives including island resort day trips, sailing adventures, snorkelling excursions, beach club experiences and sightseeing cruises throughout the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. Each product is designed to provide a different type of Fiji experience, whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, family activities, cultural experiences or a more exclusive resort setting. South Sea Island's Day trip includes return vessel transfers, a BBQ buffet lunch, selected beverages, snorkelling equipment, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, access to the saltwater swimming pool, cultural entertainment and the semi-submersible coral viewer. As the island is relatively small, many guests enjoy it for its convenient location, water activities and social atmosphere, while others may prefer a larger island or resort-style experience. We appreciate your comments regarding the food and your perception of the overall value of the experience. Guest feedback is important to us and will be shared with the relevant teams as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our products and services. For future travellers considering a day trip, we encourage reviewing the detailed product information, inclusions, facilities and activity offerings available on our website prior to booking. This helps ensure the selected experience aligns with individual expectations and holiday preferences. (https://southseacruisesfiji.com/day-trips/) Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Fiji in the future. Warm Tropical Regards Miri
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks | 7–8 hours | 4.1 (614) | $146 | |
South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks (min 5 years) | 7 hours | 4.8 (656) | $139 | View |
South Sea Island Half Day with Lunch & Drinks | 4–5 hours | 4.0 (210) | $121 | View |
South Sea Island Combo Trip with Lunch & Drinks | 5 hours | 4.2 (23) | $137 | View |
Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island | 3h 15min | 3.7 (101) | $82 | View |
Full Day Cultural Island Tour with Lunch & Cruise | 8 hours | 4.8 (39) | $114 | View |
Full Day Island Snorkeling | 6 hours | — | $94 | View |