Sun, Sand, Surf and Fun - The Mamanucas
The Mamanuca islands are best known as the "postcard" tropical paradise - palms and white sand beaches. They are the islands most often photographed, and Tom Hanks spent many pleasureable months in the Mamanucas (on tiny Monuriki Island) where Hollywood filmed the movie "Cast Away." It was also host to numerous reality TV shows including "The Resort" and "Treasure Island."
The Mamanucas are located on the drier, sunnier side of the archipelago, with warmer temperatures and less rain. They enjoy a grand popularity for their sand, palm trees, blue lagoons, clear and warm tropical waters, and water sports.
There are around 20 islands in the Mamanuca chain, surrounded by a large lagoon. They are popular among the "day trippers" who take cruise boats over to the different islands for a day of fun and feast.
The islands are accessible by boat transfer, though many honeymooners opt for a more spectacular seaplane or helicopter arrival.
Activities:
The Mamanuca islands of Fiji offer clear skies, blue waters and easy, breezy experiences. Here's a list of some of the great activities you can enjoy on Fiji's sunny isles:
- Diving & boat snorkeling
- Sea Kayaking
- Surfing
- Jet Skiing
- Parasailing
- Windsurfing
- Island trekking and beachcombing
- Ocean swimming
- Dolphin watcjing
- Sailing
- Sunset Cruises
- Onsite water activities; paddle boarding, banana boats
- Romantic beach picnics
- Cultural village excursions
- Spa Treatments
The Mamanucas are best suited for:
- Honeymooners looking for that perfect tropical getaway
- Couples looking for a picture-postcard place for a wedding ceremony
- Scuba Divers seeking relaxed and easy "fishbowl" diving
- Big game fishing enthusiasts
- Families looking for a beach vacation
- Families with small children looking for resorts with full-on kids clubs
- Sun seekers
- Snorkelers
- Travelers looking for pure relaxation
Recommended Resorts
Resorts in the Mamanucas are the closest you can get to a "Club Med"
experience in Fiji. Many are all inclusive, and host an array of
watersports activities onsite, and a complete "fun in the sun and sand"
type of experience. Here are some recommendations:
High End:
Likuliku
Tokoriki
Mid Range:
Matamanoa
Castaway
Lomani
Navini
Plantation
Malolo
Budget:
Funky Fish
BeachcomBer Island Resort
