Travelling to Fiji
Fiji is open to fully vaccinated travelers from all over the world, quarantine-free.
You can now safely holiday at Matamanoa Island Resort with the knowledge that everyone you interact with will be fully vaccinated and best-practice health & hygiene practices have been implemented across the islandÂ
Prior to booking, ensure you understand your country’s latest restrictions on travelling to and from Fiji. These are fluid and may include mandatory tests and quarantine requirements upon your return
Getting to Fiji
Nestled in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Fiji may seem far away, but getting here is easy. Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national carrier, has regular flights from the following international destinations:
New ZealandÂ
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington
AustraliaÂ
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney
Asia
Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan
United States
Honolulu, Los Angeles, San Francisco
Canada
Vancouver
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Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Air Vanuatu also fly regularly to Fiji
Covid-19
Travel Requirements
Prior to departure, all travelers to Fiji must:Â
- show proof of vaccination (16 years and older)
- provide proof of Travel Insurance
For more detailed information on COVID-19 travel requirements see our COVID-19 FAQ page here
Visa Requirements
A four month visa is granted automatically on arrival to visitors from most countries, you can check the list here. All you need is a valid passport for at least 6 months beyond your stay. Passport holders of countries not on the automatic visa entry list will need to apply for a visa at their nearest Fiji High Commission or Embassy. Visa applications can also be lodged by fax or post to the Visa Processing Officer. For more information click here
Getting to Matamanoa
Located approximately 30km (19 miles) west of Nadi International Airport, Matamanoa Island can be reached by high-speed catamaran or speedboat (fixed schedule or private). Our Reservations Team can assist you with all your transfer needs
By Boat
South Sea Cruises
South Sea Cruises departing Port Denarau Marina daily at 12pm (return departure time: 1:30pm). This 120 minute scenic journey aboard a high-speed luxury catamaran will get you to Matamanoa Island in comfort and style. Fiji Dollars $174Â per person each way. Includes complementary coach transfers from most Nadi and Denarau hotels
* Fuel Surcharge of $10 per person applies from 1 Jan 2024
Speedboat Transfer & Water Taxi
Purple Turtle Fiji offer a direct scheduled service between Port Denarau and Matamanoa Island Resort, twice daily. The 75 minute journey departs Port Denarau Marina at 08:15 and 14:45 (return departure times 9:45 and 16:15). Fiji Dollars $215 per person, each way inclusive of complimentary ground transfer between Nadi airport/hotels and Denarau Marina.
For flights that do not meet Purple Turtle Fiji’s scheduled services, they offer a private water taxi transfer, with the latest flight arrival being 16:00 hours. Prices start from FJD $1,055 one way (1 to 4 people) inclusive of complimentary ground transfer between Nadi airport/hotels and Denarau Marina
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Purple Turtle Fiji also offer transfers from Matamanoa Island to other island resorts and destinations in and around the Mamanuca Islands. For a full list of destinations and prices please click here
By Helicopter
Take a stunning scenic flight to Matamanoa Island by helicopter, departing on demand at a time suitable to you*, our preferred Helicopter companies of Island Hoppers and Pacific Island Air offer fast and convenient transfers from Nadi Airport or Denarau Island direct to Matamanoa Island. Prices start from $706 FJD per person** one way (weight restrictions apply)
