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Mamanuca Islands

Mamanuca Islands

Fiji's closest island group to Nadi, with resorts, surf breaks and sandbars.

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  • Ferry from Denarau30-90 min
  • Best forFamilies, surf
  • Best timeMay-October
  • GatewayNadi (NAN)
  • DestinationFiji

Twenty or so islands lie 30 to 90 minutes from Port Denarau by fast catamaran. Expect family resorts, adults-only retreats, Cloudbreak surf and day trips to Monuriki, where the film Cast Away was shot.

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Location

Coordinates: -17.6667, 177.1167 · Open in Google Maps

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