Mamanuca islands transfer
Ferry from Port Denarau to Likuliku Lagoon Resort
Check the departures for your travel date, then continue to the ticket for the sailing that fits your island schedule
- About 1 hour 40 minutes via other islands, 55 minutes on the direct afternoon boat
- Three departures a day in each direction with South Sea Cruises, the first at 09:30
- Check-in at the South Sea Cruises desk at Port Denarau Terminal 30 minutes before departure
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The crossing at a glance
Denarau - Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a scheduled South Sea Cruises catamaran service to the Likuliku stop on Malolo Island, three times a day in each direction. The resort's own transfer page lists departures from Port Denarau at 09:30 and 12:15 via other islands in about 2 hours, and at 15:15 direct in about 55 minutes; the booking feed averages about 1 hour 40 minutes. It is a shared island shuttle, not a private boat.
Port Denarau terminal and check-in
All departures leave from Port Denarau Terminal at the Denarau marina near Nadi, about 20 minutes by road from the airport. Check-in is at the South Sea Cruises desk, 30 minutes before the vessel departs. The 09:30 boat carries the same-day connections from the overnight flights into Nadi; the 15:15 direct sailing is the quickest if you are already in Denarau. The operator's coach from Nadi Airport and from most Nadi, Wailoaloa and Denarau hotels must be booked at least 24 hours ahead together with the ferry.
On board and luggage
The crossing is short and the boats are working catamarans: air-conditioned indoor seating, open deck, a kiosk with snacks and drinks, and space for island luggage. The operator's allowance is one carry-on bag of up to 7 kg plus one checked bag of up to 25 kg per person; surfboards and paddle boards carry an extra charge, payable at check-in. Keep your booking confirmation to hand; it names the departure and any connecting coach.
Arrival at Likuliku
Likuliku Lagoon Resort lies on Malolo, the largest island of the outer Mamanuca group, about 14 nautical miles from Denarau. Most Mamanuca resorts have no jetty for the catamaran: expect the ferry to hold position offshore while a smaller boat takes you and your bags the last stretch, which the operator says can mean wet feet. The resort confirms its own arrival arrangement, so let it know which sailing you are on.
Tickets and changes
A current from-price is shown on this page. A mandatory fuel surcharge is in effect and included in the booking total. Rebooking and cancellation follow the conditions of the ticket you buy - check them before you pay, and take the return departure into account when you plan the last day of your island stay.
Denarau - Likuliku Lagoon Resort
A resort stop on Malolo
Denarau - Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a scheduled South Sea Cruises transfer to the Likuliku stop on Malolo Island, three times a day in each direction from Port Denarau.
The morning and midday boats reach Likuliku via other islands in about 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours; the afternoon sailing runs direct in about 55 minutes. The stop is booked as its own connection, separate from the Malolo Island stop.
- Crossing
- about 1 h 40 min
- Operator
- South Sea Cruises
- Frequency
- 3× daily each way
- From price
- €50
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FAQ Denarau - Likuliku Lagoon Resort
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the Denarau - Likuliku Lagoon Resort crossing.
How long does the ferry from Denarau to Likuliku Lagoon Resort take? +
About 1 hour 40 minutes on the morning and midday boats, which call at other islands first; the afternoon sailing runs direct in about 55 minutes. The binding times for your date are in the timetable.
When do I have to check in? +
Check in at the South Sea Cruises desk at Port Denarau Terminal 30 minutes before departure. If you add a hotel or airport coach pickup, book it at least 24 hours ahead - the coach is timed to the boat.
How do I get ashore at Likuliku Lagoon Resort? +
Plan for a tender: most Mamanuca resorts have no jetty for the catamaran, so the ferry is met offshore and a smaller boat brings passengers and luggage ashore, sometimes with wet feet. The resort confirms its own arrival arrangement.
Can I book the return from Likuliku Lagoon Resort too? +
Yes - the service runs in both directions three times a day. Book the return like the outward leg and recheck the departure in the timetable a day before you travel back, especially if you have a flight to catch in Nadi.
What does the crossing cost? +
The fare depends on date and passengers and is shown live on this page and in the price overview. Note that the operator currently applies a mandatory fuel surcharge, which the booking total includes.