Sail, snorkel, unwind
Captain Cook Cruises Island and Reef Day Sail – Kadavu Lailai
A full day on a private Mamanuca beach, under sail
In short
What is the Kadavu Lailai Day Sail?
The Captain Cook Cruises Island and Reef Day Sail is a 7-hour Fiji day trip departing Port Denarau Marina at 10:00 am daily and returning at 5:00 pm. Guests sail 60 minutes to Kadavu Lailai, a private beach in the Mamanuca Islands, then spend about five hours snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding and relaxing. BBQ lunch, beer, wine and soft drinks are included, along with guided reef tours led by resident marine biologists. Prices start from about FJD $277 (per person depending on ticket type).
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At a glance
Key tour facts
| Duration | 7 hours |
|---|---|
| Departs | Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, Fiji at 10:00 am |
| Returns | 5:00 pm |
| Operates | Daily |
| Vessel | Spirit of the Pacific (tall ship) |
| Operator | Captain Cook Cruises Fiji |
| Region | Mamanuca Islands, Fiji |
| From | FJD $277 per person |
Why go
The good stuff
Tour highlights and inclusions
Highlights
- 60-minute sail from Port Denarau aboard the tall ship Spirit of the Pacific
- Five hours on Kadavu Lailai, a private white-sand beach with shaded areas
- Snorkelling over coral gardens, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and guided nature walks
- Complimentary guided reef tour and coral planting with resident marine biologists
- Eco-certified Build a Reef program — Captain Cook Cruises has led sustainable tourism in Fiji since the 1990s
- Captain's Kids Club: 90 minutes of treasure hunts, sandcastles and beach games
What's included
- Morning tea on board
- Live Fijian entertainment while sailing
- BBQ lunch on the island
- Wine, beer and soft drinks
- Snorkelling gear and non-motorised watersports
- Marine biologist guided reef tour and coral planting
- Captain's Kids Club activities
Optional extras
- Scuba diving (additional cost)
- Massage on the beach (additional cost)
- Private cabana hire (additional cost)
- Optional excursion to the exclusive Treasure Sand Bar and Reef
- Hotel transfers from DoubleTree, Marriott Momi, Coral Coast, Vuda and Lautoka: FJD $39 per adult, FJD $25 per child, payable at check-in
Hour by hour
Your day, planned
Itinerary and timings
10:00 am
Depart Port Denarau Marina
Board the tall ship Spirit of the Pacific for morning tea and live Fijian entertainment on the 60-minute sail out to the Mamanucas.
11:00 am
Arrive Kadavu Lailai
Step ashore on a private white-sand beach with shaded areas, cabanas and calm, shallow water.
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Five hours of island time
Snorkel the coral gardens, kayak, paddleboard, join a guided nature walk, take the marine biologist reef tour and coral planting session, or simply do nothing at all. BBQ lunch with wine, beer and soft drinks is served on the island.
4:00 pm
Sail back to Denarau
Re-board for the return sail across the Mamanuca waters.
5:00 pm
Arrive Port Denarau
Disembark at Port Denarau Marina; hotel transfers depart shortly after.
Gallery
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Photos from Mamanuca Islands, Fiji
Before you sail
Good to know
Practical information
What to bring
- Camera
- Sunhat
- Towel
- Swimwear
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Children and infants
- Infants 0–2 years travel free of charge but must bring their own flotation device.
- Children 3–15 years travel at the child rate.
Transfers and parking
Complimentary self-drive parking at Port Denarau. Paid transfers available from DoubleTree, Marriott Momi, Coral Coast, Vuda and Lautoka hotels.
Cancellation policy
Bookings cancelled within 24 hours prior to sailing incur a charge of 100% of the total booking value. Additional payment and cancellation conditions may apply to groups of 11 or more passengers. All transfers must be reconfirmed 24 hours prior to departure.
Questions
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Captain Cook Cruises Island and Reef Day Sail?
The tour runs for 7 hours in total, departing Port Denarau Marina at 10:00 am and returning at 5:00 pm. Roughly one hour each way is spent sailing, leaving about five hours on Kadavu Lailai island.
Where does the day sail depart from?
It departs from Port Denarau Marina in Nadi, on Fiji's main island of Viti Levu, and sails to Kadavu Lailai in the Mamanuca Islands.
How much does the Kadavu Lailai day sail cost?
Prices start from about FJD $277, with Fijian dollar rates ranging from FJ$174 to FJ$317 per person depending on ticket type. Hotel transfers from outside Denarau cost FJD $39 per adult and FJD $25 per child.
Is lunch and are drinks included?
Yes. Morning tea, a BBQ lunch on the island, plus wine, beer and soft drinks are all included in the fare.
Is the day sail suitable for families with young children?
Yes. The beach is shallow and sheltered, infants 0–2 years travel free with their own flotation device, children 3–15 years pay a child rate, and the Captain's Kids Club runs 90 minutes of supervised activities such as treasure hunts and sandcastle building.
What activities are available on Kadavu Lailai?
Snorkelling over coral gardens, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, guided nature walks, and a complimentary marine biologist reef tour with coral planting. Scuba diving, massages, a private cabana and a Treasure Sand Bar excursion are available at extra cost.
What should I bring on the day sail?
Bring a camera, sunhat, towel, swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen. Snorkelling gear is provided.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations within 24 hours of sailing are charged 100% of the total booking value. Groups of 11 or more may have additional conditions.
Is the tour environmentally responsible?
Captain Cook Cruises has led sustainable tourism in Fiji since the 1990s. Every voyage carries at least two resident marine biologists, and guests can join the eco-certified Build a Reef coral planting program.
Where you'll be
Departing Port Denarau Marina, Nadi, Fiji
Port Denarau Marina sits on Denarau Island, about 20 minutes by road from Nadi International Airport (NAN) and within a few minutes of the Denarau resort strip. From there this cruise operates in the Mamanuca Islands, Fiji, at approximately -17.7726° S, 177.3835° E.
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