THE PACIFIC · FULL-DAY

15 Full-Day Tours in the Pacific Islands Worth Booking

27 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Good full-day tours fill up weeks ahead out here and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Full Day Lagoon Group Tour in Bora Bora with Lunch - Blacktip sharks in the open water
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Full Day Lagoon Group Tour in Bora Bora with Lunch

1.Full Day Lagoon Group Tour in Bora Bora with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,423 reviews · from $184Our pick

Spend about six hours on Bora Bora’s lagoon with a guide such as Tau, Rolly, Bobby, or Ari. Snorkel coral gardens, meet stingrays and blacktip sharks, then eat a local buffet on a motu with fish swimming below your table. Gear, towels, soft drinks, and pickup are included.

“Manu and the captain were truly exceptional, warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. Our youngest son had his arm in a cast, and the way they went above and beyond to make our family feel comfortable and special was unforgettable. They assisted us on and off the boat and even took our son out privately to snorkel so he could still experience the sharks and stingrays safely. That alone meant the world to us. From live music to incredible food right by the beach, literally with manta rays and fish swimming under the table, it was an unforgettable setting. The experience felt thoughtful and elevated in every detail. Unlike many tours…”

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Malamala Beach Club - Full Day - What the Malamala day pass actually gives you
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Malamala Beach Club – Full Day

2.Malamala Beach Club – Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 684 reviews · from $89

Spend about eight hours at Malamala Beach Club, a private island 25 minutes from Port Denarau. Your pass includes return ferry travel, coach transfers from selected areas, towels, Wi-Fi, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and paddleboards. Food, drinks, cabanas, and day beds cost extra, so plan your budget before you go.

“We are glad we booked this. It was a great time to spend on an island that offered a lot of different activities. The only thing to be careful about is the wind, as this may prevent you from kayaking. Other than that, it was a great time, the food and drinks were good too. We were able to find decent chairs without having to book ahead of time.”

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Full-Day Bora Bora Lagoon Cruise Including Snorkeling with Sharks and Stingrays - Stingrays in the shallow lagoon
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Full-Day Bora Bora Lagoon Cruise Including Snorkeling with Sharks and Stingrays

3.Full-Day Bora Bora Lagoon Cruise Including Snorkeling with Sharks and Stingrays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 630 reviews · from $158

Spend about six hours exploring Bora Bora by powerboat with local guides such as Manu, Ari and Moana. Snorkel with stingrays, black-tip reef sharks, manta rays and tropical fish, then enjoy a barbecue lunch on a family motu with coconut husking, music and wide lagoon views. Pickup, gear and lunch are included.

“Ari and Moana were so wonderful! We had a great time on our snorkel excursion in Bora Bora. The stops were all amazing, we got to see Manta rays, black tip sharks, sting rays, eagle rays, and countless stunning fish! We LOVED the live music the crew played during the tour, it was a core memory hearing the songs while looking at the beautiful island and water views. The lunch spot was super cute with picnic tables in the water and the food was buffet style and delicious!”

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South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only) - Starting at Port Denarau at 9:45 am
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South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only)

4.South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 600 reviews

Spend about seven hours aboard Sabre, a 78-foot sailing catamaran, cruising Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands. Swim and snorkel at coral reefs, visit a deserted sand cay, use the paddle boards and water slide, and enjoy morning tea, a gourmet buffet, soft drinks, water, beer, and wine. Coach transfers are offered from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda, and Wailoaloa.

“Crew and the boat were awesome. Super lively bunch of crew members. The food is incredible and plenty! You won't leave hungry or thirsty. The snorkeling was a great time! You'll enjoy yourself for sure!”

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Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks - Choosing your first activity on South Sea Island
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Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks

5.Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 538 reviews · from $98

Cruise 30 minutes from Port Denarau to small South Sea Island in Fiji’s Mamanuca archipelago. Snorkel, kayak, use the saltwater pool, ride a semi-submersible coral viewer, enjoy a barbecue buffet and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and watch a Meke performance, except Sundays. Hotel transfers are available.

“Well organised; on time; welcoming and fun filled day with many activities throughout the day! The Fijian culture was wonderful to experience on the island!”

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Bora Bora: Full day Lagoon Safari & Lunch on a Motu - ST - Getting on the water from your hotel
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Bora Bora: Full day Lagoon Safari & Lunch on a Motu – ST

6.Full day Lagoon Safari & Lunch on a Motu – ST

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 443 reviews · 6 hours · from $151

Spend six hours cruising Bora Bora’s lagoon with guides such as Manu, Coco, Malaki, and Arii. Snorkel with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, eagle rays, and colorful fish, then enjoy lunch on a small motu with coconut demonstrations and free time on the sand.

“The excursion was amazing! The snorkeling spots were absolutely wonderful, with so much to see. And especially our guide Manu, he was really kind, fun, and made the whole experience even better”

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Full Day Combo ATV & Jet Ski with a Polynesian BBQ on a Motu - The morning ATV ride: roads, ridges, and rough trails
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Full Day Combo ATV & Jet Ski with a Polynesian BBQ on a Motu

7.Full Day Combo ATV & Jet Ski with a Polynesian BBQ on a Motu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 373 reviews

Spend six hours seeing Bora Bora from land and water with native guides such as Manu, Tahi, H, or Tama. Ride an ATV along roads and rugged trails, visit WWII cannons and viewpoints, then circle the lagoon by jet ski before a Polynesian barbecue on a motu. Pickup is offered, and one booking covers one ATV and one jet ski for two people.

“We had a wonderful experience on this tour. The response from the operator was very fast, and all the staff were incredibly friendly, warm, and attentive throughout the day. The two guides rode one in the front and one in the back, whiRead more”

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Full Day Snorkelling Cruise in Tranquility Island Resort - The boat question you should settle before booking
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Full Day Snorkelling Cruise in Tranquility Island Resort

8.Full Day Snorkelling Cruise in Tranquility Island Resort

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 214 reviews · from $121

Spend about eight hours cruising from Port Vila to Tranquility Island and Moso Island. You’ll get hotel transfers, snorkel gear, tea, coffee, snacks, a beach barbecue, and time to swim, kayak, or walk. Guides such as Nemily have helped visitors spot turtles, coral, eels, and many fish, though the boat used may vary.

“A truly enjoyable day out, motorsailing to the small island turtle sanctuary. Great team looking after the turtles to grow the population. Then on to the snorkling at the 1st spot which was quite good. We had a reasonable lunch and then went to a nearby reef location for some more snorkling. The reef spot was much better than the first spot and well worth the visit.”

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Fiji: South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks - Arriving on South Sea Island
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Fiji: South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks

9.South Sea Island Full Day Trip with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 1 day · from $124

Travel from Denarau to South Sea Island in 30 minutes by high-speed catamaran, then choose between snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, a semi-submersible reef ride, swimming, or beach time. Your day includes a BBQ buffet, local beer, house wine, soft drinks, and a Fijian meke performance. An English-speaking Fijian crew helps keep the day moving.

“It was a nice relaxing day you can do many activities. Locals on south sea island were so friendly. It’s a long day though so be prepared, my advice is bring some of your own snacks and drinks too.”

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Full-Day Scenic Tour around the Island Tour from Port Vila - Larofa and Pepyo: the cultural heart of the day
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Full-Day Scenic Tour around the Island Tour from Port Vila

10.Full-Day Scenic Tour around the Island Tour from Port Vila

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 173 reviews · from $131

Spend about eight hours circling Efate from Port Vila, with hotel or cruise-port pickup, a cultural village visit, fire walking, the Blue Lagoon, Top Rock, a Melanesian buffet, and afternoon tea. Guides such as Moses, Baptiste, Justin, and Charlie have led past departures, but guide assignments vary. Swimming shoes, patience, and a flexible schedule help.

“This was a great introduction to the main island of Vanuatu. All the major sites were seen. The guides were on time and knowledgeable.”

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Port Vila Full Day Tour - Experience the Real Vanuatu - AVI turtles: the most memorable encounter
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Port Vila Full Day Tour – Experience the Real Vanuatu

11.Port Vila Full Day Tour – Experience the Real Vanuatu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 161 reviews · from $107

Spend about six hours seeing Efate’s Blue Lagoon, AVI turtles, and Rarru Cascades with hotel pickup, a local buffet BBQ lunch, and a group guide such as Junior, Brendan, Flo, or Louise. Expect swimming, rope swings, a rainforest walk, fresh fruit, and time for a little Port Vila shopping.

“We had a great time. Zach is a great guide very informative and accommodating. We were given fresh fruit and lunch was delicious. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing fun filled day.”

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Unique Tahiti tour to Teahupoo, small group, full day combo tour - A comfortable west-coast ride in a small group
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Unique Tahiti tour to Teahupoo, small group, full day combo tour

12.Unique Tahiti tour to Teahupoo, small group, full day combo tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $261

Spend about eight hours touring Tahiti’s west coast in a small group of up to eight, with guides such as Tracey, Dom, Ron, Ronnie, Ray, and Damian. See Taharuu Beach, Vaipahi Water Gardens, Maraa Grotto, Arahurahu Marae, and Teahupoo. Lunch is extra, and the 30-minute boat ride to the Olympic surf site costs about $30 per seat when conditions allow.

“We had the best day in Tahiti, our guide Tracy, was very knowledgeable and informative of the local culture and customs. Lots to see. It was raining and blowing a gale at times, yet we soldiered on and got to enjoy the island, and tock off a bucket list with a boat ride out to the famous Teahupo surf break. Thanks Unique for a wonderful experience. We highly recommend - 6 stars!”

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Full Day Tour in Samoa with a Local - Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and the Baha’i gardens
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Full Day Tour in Samoa with a Local

13.Full Day Tour in Samoa with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · from $130

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Upolu with local guides such as Chief Chris, George, or Irvin. Visit waterfalls, the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Baha’i gardens, To Sua Ocean Trench, Piula Cave Pool, markets, and a south-coast beach. Expect cultural stories, Samoan songs, cooking demonstrations, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Our guide George was awesome! He showed us the sites but more importantly gave us a true Samoan view of the history of the island (both good and bad). It was a true pleasure to spend the day seeing Samoa with George.”

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Bora Bora Full Day Snorkeling with Lunch - Motu Fanfan: A Long Lunch on a White-Sand Islet
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Bora Bora Full Day Snorkeling with Lunch

14.Bora Bora Full Day Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · from $153

Spend about seven hours on Bora Bora’s lagoon with guides such as Chris, Jeff, or Geff. Snorkel at coral gardens, Anau, and shark and ray sites, then eat a Tahitian lunch on Motu Fanfan. The small group is capped at 12, and guides can assist weaker swimmers with a life ring.

“Our tour guide was great. We were worried about tge day being too long but it tge activities were diverse enough and it was not rushed. Highly recommend”

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Bora Bora: Full-Day Lagoon Snorkelling Tour - Starting around Matira or Vaitape
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Bora Bora: Full-Day Lagoon Snorkelling Tour

15.Full-Day Lagoon Snorkelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 112 reviews · 7 hours · from $142

Spend a full day on Bora Bora’s lagoon with guides such as Ari, Manu, Maui, and Mata Nono. Cruise around the island, swim with rays and blacktip sharks, snorkel a coral garden, then enjoy a barbecue on a motu with salad, fruit, drinks, and coconut demonstrations.

“Fantastic tour with Coco and Rumi today. The guides were very friendly and fun. We had an awesome day and would highly recommend it.”

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