Fiji's picturesque Mamanuca Islands are dotted throughout sparkling waters just off the coast from Denarau. They are generally tiny in size, but outstanding in beauty and are true treasures of the South Pacific.The Mamanuca Islands are world-renowned, not just for their beauty, but also for their huge array of activities on offer including snorkelling, diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing… the list goes on! Most of the islands have resorts on them, adding cocktails, delicious dining, sun-loungers, hammocks and alluring swimming pools into the mix. The Mamanuca Islands of Fiji are a volcanic archipelago lying to the west of Nadi and to the south of the Yasawa Islands. The group, a popular tourist destination, consists of about 20 islands, but about seven of these are covered by the Pacific Ocean at high tide. The islands offer crystal clear waters, palm fringed sandy beaches and live coral reefs. One of the islands, Monuriki, was made famous as the anonymous island that featured in the film, Cast Away, starring Tom Hanks. Cruise just a little further north from the Mamanuca's and you'll come face to face with the majestic, awe-inspiring Yasawa Islands. These islands form what is arguably some of the world's most spectacular island landscapes. Their volcanic rocky peaks give them a demanding presence, softened by the unspoiled golden sandy beaches and crystal-clear lagoons. The Yasawa group consists of six main islands and numerous smaller islets. The archipelago, which stretches in a north-easterly direction for more than 80 kilometers from a point 40 kilometers north-west of Lautoka, is volcanic in origin and very mountainous, with peaks ranging from 250 to 600 meters in height. The British navigator William Bligh was the first European to sight the Yasawas in 1789, following the mutiny on the Bounty. Captain Barber in the HMS Arthur visited the islands in 1794, but they were not charted until 1840, when they were surveyed and charted by a United States expedition commanded by Charles Wilkes. Throughout the 1800s, Tongan raiders bartered for, and sometimes stole, the sail mats for which the Yasawa was famous for. The islands were largely ignored by the wider world until World War II, when the United States military used them as communications outposts.Now days the Yasawas are ready for you to enjoy and relax ​Day 1; Nadi Bay - Malolo Lailai (13nm) Arrive at Nadi International Airport, just a short car ride to Naisoso Marina where you’ll board the tender to make your way to the vessel anchored in Nadi bay. Depart for Malolo Lailai, an approximate 13nm trip. Once at Malolo Lailai, you’ll have a lovely protected lagoon to make use of all of your water sports toys. From here, just a short distance from the anchorage, you can access deep water if you want to try your luck at some game fishing. Also nearby, is the famous Cloud Break and several other world class waves, so if you’re keen on surfing this is the best place to do that. If you fancy an island cocktail and bite to eat you can visit Cloud Nine or Seventh Heaven, two floating bar/restaurants also closely situated to Malolo Lailai. There is a small sand bank near the anchorage that comes out at low tide, take some bread and scatter pieces along the surrounding reef , enjoy watching the colorful reef fish come to the surface to take a nibble. Spend the night in the protected waters of the lagoon, head ashore to Musket Cove Island bar for a sundowner before heading back to the yacht for dinner. Day 2; Malolo Lailai In the morning, head out for an early morning surf, try your luck fishing or take a hike to the top of Malolo island. Have breakfast onboard then continue exploring the surrounding islands. For the adrenaline seeker, why not enjoy the scenic Mamanuca Islands from high in the sky. Head over to the small runway ashore, where you will depart to enjoy a heart pumping, eye opening skydive over the dotted islands and turquoise waters. Located next to the runway is a 9 hole golf course if you’re keen to stretch your legs and wack some balls. After an adventurous start to your trip, it’s time to unwind and be pampered and what better way than a relaxing spa treatment at the Six Senses Resort. Enjoy another sunset in paradise and settle in for dinner onboard. Day 3; Malolo Lailai - Monuriki Have breakfast under way while you cruise a short distance to Mana sandbank. This picturesque white sand bank makes for a great snorkel and beach combing stop before heading to Monuriki. Made famous by the Tom Hanks, Cast Away movie, Monuriki is a great location to anchor for the evening. Go ashore and explore while imagining what it might be like to be stranded on a remote island. The neighboring island also offers some great exploring. The tide at Monuriki allows you to access it’s beautiful sandy beach at any time, making this an ideal spot for an evening bon fire under the majestic starry skies. Day 4; Monuriki - Kuata Island (15nm) While enjoying a scrumptious breakfast, make your way to Kuata Island, just south of Waya, the highest island in the Yasawa Group. If diving is your thing, then you’ll really enjoy this stop. Kuata offers an amazing shark feeding dive that will give you a glimpse into these tenacious predators feeding habits. After the dive, if you still have energy, hike up to the summit of Kuata island and take in the fresh air and scenic views. Spend the afternoon enjoying water sports in Yalobi Bay on the south end of Waya. Day 5; Kuata Island - Yaqeta Island (28NM) Depart for Yageta Island and enjoy the scenic views from the breakfast table while cruising past Waya and Naviti Island. Tuck in on the north west end between Devuilau and Yaqeta Island. Get out the jet skis and paddle boards and explore the different shades of blues and turquoise waters that make up the shallow passage passing between Yaqeta and Matacawa Island, you can spend the day exploring the many reefs and beaches around Yaqeta island Day 6; Yaqeta Island - Yasawa Island (20nm) In the morning make the trip north to Yasawa Island and anchor off Champaign beach. Spend the day enjoying the most remote part of the Yasawa Group. The beaches here, along the west side of Yasawa are some of the best in Fiji. Yasawa Island Resort, the one and only resort on the island, have a spa if you are in need for some pampering and massage therapy. The Fishing is also great around the north end of Yasawa if you’re keen to go get some fresh fish for dinner Day 7; Yasawa Island - Sawi-I-Lau (10nm) -Nanuya Lailai (8nm) Head out for an early morning fish or spend the morning exploring the pristine beaches. After lunch, head south to Sawi-I-Lau for a private tour of the limestone caves and if the tide is right, explore The Blue Lagoon, made famous by the 1980 Brooke Shields movie of the same name, on the north end of Sawi-I-Lau. After the caves, its an hour passage to Nanuya Lailai, where you will be spending the night stern tied to the coconut trees, just meters off the white sandy beach Day 8; Nanuya Lailai The protected lagoon makes for a great place to spend the day enjoying water sports and snorkeling the clam waters around the reefs. Later in the day, set up a beach BBQ followed by a Meke (Fijian traditional dancers) and Kava ceremony for an evening of entertainment. Day 9; Nanuya Lailai - Drawaqa (18nm) - Waya (8nm) In the morning, making your way south, stop over at Drawaqa Islands for a chance to swim with Manta Rays. These majestic creatures hang out between Drawaqa Island and Naviti Island and can be spotted there between May and October. There are many small secluded beaches along the west coast of Naviti for you to explore before lunch. Head over to the north end of Waya for an afternoon hike up Bula peak for spectacular views (2-3 hours medium to difficult hike) Day 10; Waya -Nukuwasiga sand bank (28nm) - Nadi Bay (10nm) After Breakfast you can make your way back to Nadi Bay while the guest pack their bags and get ready for departure. If you have time for one last stop you can pull up to Nukuwasiga sand bank to enjoy once last dip , snorkel or just relax on the sandy bank and take in the beauty of Fiji.