THE PACIFIC · PRIVATE

The 15 Best Private Tours in the Pacific Islands

65 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Good private 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.

Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels - The Drive From Nadi to Your Hotel
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Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels

1.Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 551 reviews · from $7Our pick

Meet your driver in Nadi International Airport’s arrivals hall, then ride privately to your Fiji hotel in a Toyota Camry, Prius, or Hiace. Drivers such as Manoj, Ravi, Shivneel, and Ali have been praised for punctual service and local tips. Ask in advance for a baby seat, Wi-Fi, or a supermarket stop.

“The driver was friendly punctual and very resourceful.The drive was beautiful and he explained everything on the way..Totally recommend this..”

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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer - Getting there from Port Denarau
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Fiji: Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer

2.Malamala Beach Club Private Island Day Pass & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $90

Ride a high-speed catamaran from Port Denarau to Malamala Island, then set your own pace at Fiji’s beach club. Swim in the infinity-edge pool, snorkel over coral, kayak, paddleboard, or settle into a beach chair. Food, drinks, cabanas, and day beds cost extra. Pickup is available from many Nadi-area resorts.

“Wonderful day spent at malamala beach All staff is more than kind . Amazing day ! Can’t wait to back again !”

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Private Transfer: Nadi Int Airport - Denarau Island Hotels - What the private vehicle is really worth
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Private Transfer: Nadi Int Airport – Denarau Island Hotels

3.Private Transfer: Nadi Int Airport – Denarau Island Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $14

You’ll meet a driver holding your name at Nadi International Airport and ride about 30 minutes in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to a Denarau Island hotel. Drivers such as Ravi, Reddy, Imoo, and Ali have provided local tips, luggage help, and flexible stops. Wi-Fi and a baby seat are available on request.

“The driver was very friendly. He was ready in the waiting area with a sign with my name on it. We chatted and he answered my questions about Fiji.”

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Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS) - Arahurahu Marae connects the scenery to Polynesian culture
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Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS)

4.Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews

Circle Tahiti in about five hours with a private guide such as Fabrice, Antoinette, Vetea, or Sylvie. You’ll visit Arahurahu Marae, Maraa Grotto, Taharuu Beach, Faarumai Waterfalls, Vaipahi Gardens, and Point Venus in an air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup is available from hotels, the airport, marina, or pier, with room to adjust the pace.

“We were driven in a very nice vehicle around the entire island by a gentleman who knew it well. We made several stops where he told us about the history of the island and the people. We didn't feel rushed when we found someplace that we wanted to spend a little more time at. It was a very interesting afternoon.”

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Private Boat Tour of Moorea Lagoon - Snorkeling with rays, sharks, turtles, and reef fish
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Private Boat Tour of Moorea Lagoon

5.Private Boat Tour of Moorea Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · from $293

Explore Moorea Lagoon with Luna and Clem of Mermaid Private Boat Tours on a private three-hour outing. You can snorkel with rays, sharks, turtles, and tropical fish, or stay aboard for island views and possible dolphin sightings. Equipment, drinks, local fruit, and GoPro photos are included, with pickup available.

“Luna and Clement were absolutely delightful hosts for a very memorable day in Mo'orea!! We did some of the best snorkeling we have ever done. Luna documented our unforgettable experience taking over 300 photos we can look back on and share with our families back home. I can't emphasize enough how lovely this pair are and they definitely made our visit to the island so special.”

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Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour - What the two-hour outing is like
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Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour

6.Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 188 reviews

Meet Snorkel Cook Islands at Avaavaroa Passage for about two hours of guided, beach-entry snorkeling. You’ll receive gear, a safety briefing, and close supervision from trained water-safety staff before swimming with turtles, rays, and tropical fish. Guides such as Josh, Tee, Henry, and Charlotte are praised for calm instruction and friendly help. Fruit and tour photos are included, though photo delivery can vary.

“An amazing experience. The team there are so great I can’t praise them enough. My wife is not a strong swimmer but they supported her throughout the trip to make her feel safe. Saw plenty of turtles and rays and got some great photos. Read more”

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Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort - Why flight-delay handling matters
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Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort

7.Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · from $23

Meet an Xplore driver at Nadi International Airport, identified by a name sign, and ride privately to your Fiji resort in a Toyota Camry, Alphard, or Hiace. Luggage help, supermarket stops, baby seats, Wi-Fi, and a return airport ride can be arranged. Drivers such as Ravi, Imoo, Sam, and Ali are known for friendly service and local tips.

“On time and great driver very helpful and knowledge of area very comfortable transport. Would use again”

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Private Bora Bora Lagoon Experience - Coral gardens are the strongest part for many people
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Private Bora Bora Lagoon Experience

8.Private Bora Bora Lagoon Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews

Cruise Bora Bora’s lagoon with a private captain from La Plage Tours for about 3.5 hours. Choose your pace, snorkel coral gardens, look for manta and eagle rays, or swim near blacktip reef sharks. Captains including Ken, Tino, Tupuna, Arii, and Teiva are praised for careful guidance. Equipment, water, soda, and pickup are included.

“This excursion was the highlight of our trip! Tubuna was our guide and he was amazing! His 35 years of experience on the island that he is so passionate about was awe inspiring! His generational knowledge came from his own family history, as well as that of the ancestors that loved and protected the island of Bora Bora's natural resources and marine life. There are simply no words to accurately describe the beauty that we experienced on this 3 hour trip. Tubuna took us to locations where my husband and I were the ONLY 2 people in the sea to experience the black tip sharks and rays. We could see…”

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Private Transfer: Nadi Airport - Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay - Meeting Ali, Ravi, Rakeeb, and the rest of the driving team
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Private Transfer: Nadi Airport – Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay

9.Private Transfer: Nadi Airport – Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · from $28

Book a private, air-conditioned ride from Nadi International Airport to Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. Your driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign, helps with luggage, and may answer questions about Fiji. Wi-Fi and a baby seat on request are included. Drivers such as Ali, Ravi, and Rakeeb are praised for friendly service.

“Our plane was an hour late getting into Nadi airport, but our driver, Ali, was waiting for us when we arrived. He took us to our hotel, offering to stop at a store so we could pick up drinks for our stay. He also offered a private tour at a reasonable price. He waited an hour at our hotel for us to check-in and get settled before taking us to a mud-bath, local market, temple, and other sites around the area. Ari was very friendly and informative. We highly recommend him.”

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CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels - Why the supermarket stop can save money
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CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer – Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels

10.CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer – Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $13

Epic Transfers and Tours Fiji provides a private, air-conditioned ride from Nadi Airport to Denarau hotels in about 30 minutes. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall, waits through flight or immigration delays, and can stop at a supermarket for supplies. Drivers such as Dev, James, Kasim, and Navin also share useful local tips along the way.

“Our flight arrived early & our driver was there waiting for us in the terminal. Was VERY easy. Arrived at hotel about 30 minutes from airport. Safe driver.”

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Private Departure Transfer To Nadi Airport From Your Hotel - From hotel doorway to airport terminal
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Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel

11.Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · from $12

Book a private ride from your Nadi, Denarau, or Coral Coast hotel to Nadi International Airport. Your driver collects you at a chosen time, helps with luggage, and can provide a baby seat on request. Drivers such as Reddy, Ali, and Muddy have been praised for punctual, safe service and useful Fiji commentary.

“Fantastic service! On time and great communication and friendly driver made our transfer seamless. Thank you!”

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Blue Lagoon - PRIVATE ISLAND Pink sand beach and wildlife reserve - Pink sand on a private island
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Blue Lagoon – PRIVATE ISLAND Pink sand beach and wildlife reserve

12.Blue Lagoon – PRIVATE ISLAND Pink sand beach and wildlife reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 130 reviews · from $156

Spend about eight hours cruising from Rangiroa to the Blue Lagoon, with stops for pink sand, birdlife, reef sharks, snorkeling, and a local lunch featuring coconut crab and wine. The small group can reach 15 people. Guides including Eleana, Momo, Natua, Taurama, and Tmac have been praised for warm service, though English explanations can be limited.

“A really great experience for us! The pink sand beach and blue lagoon is one of the top ten most beautiful sites - worth the trip. The lunch was delicious and the “aquarium” so called for the hundreds of fishes in the area was remarkable.”

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Private Airport Transfer: Nadi Airport to Hotel - What the ride itself is like
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Private Airport Transfer: Nadi Airport to Hotel

13.Private Airport Transfer: Nadi Airport to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · from $13

Meet your driver in Nadi Airport’s arrivals hall and ride privately to your Nadi hotel or island resort. Up to four people can share one car, with air conditioning, luggage space, and optional supermarket or market stops. Service runs around the clock, and baby seats are available for FJD 10 per seat.

“Driver was ready for me when I made it through customs. The vehicle was clean and had AC! I also liked that the driver highlighted some cool areas on the way to the resort.”

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Reef Discovery Private Half Day Lagoon Tour - The coral garden and natural aquarium
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Reef Discovery Private Half Day Lagoon Tour

14.Reef Discovery Private Half Day Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews

Spend two to four hours on a private Bora Bora lagoon boat with Captain Fabian or another Reef Discovery guide. You’ll visit four snorkeling sites for manta rays, eagle rays, coral gardens, and tropical fish. Hotel or port pickup, nonalcoholic drinks, and a light coconut bread treat may be included.

“Did the private 1/2 day lagoon tour. Fabian our captain was awesome. Boat was super clean, included non-alcoholic beverages. The coconut bread was to die for. So good, trying to get the recipe. Fabian showed us multiple terrific snorkeRead more”

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Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea - Setting out from Maharepa on the Mana’hau
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Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea

15.Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $1,640

Spend about four hours aboard Mana Moorea Tours’ private Mana’hau boat, exploring Moorea’s bays, lagoon, and open sea. Guides including Nicky, Fabien, Lolo, and Lingee may tailor the outing around rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins, and seasonal humpback whales. Snorkeling gear and safety equipment are included, with pickup available.

“Such a wonderful experience with our guide, Nicki, and her father! Knowledgeable and personable, they geared the trip to our needs and wants. We never felt rushed as we snorkeled with stingrays, sharks, and turtles. And you cannot beat the scenery!”

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