Set among deep blue waters with fringing coral reefs of turquoise and pastel green, the Mamanuca Islands and the islands of Nadi Bay offer visitors some of Fiji's most outstanding island beauty. Home to more than a dozen resorts, their close proximity to Nadi allows easy access by boat, Aeroplane (including Seaplane) and Helicopter. This area is well-served with hotels to suit every taste and budget. Dive services are available from the hotels and resorts and the usual destination is the nearby reefs and islands. The Mamanuca islands are a spectacular mini archipelago only ten minutes by air from the airport or one hour by ferry. They sweep in an arc to the north west and join the spectacular Yasawa chain, the setting for the movie, the ‘Blue Lagoon’. The islands, lie behind the great reef enclosing a huge lagoon of innumerable reefs, bomies, islands and islets most of which have never seen a diver.

The island resorts are tailored to meet the needs of every diver, and include an adrenaline-charged shark dive at the site known as the supermarket, for those craving extreme excitement. Novices have calm waters and coral reefs to explore. Experienced divers can dive the ocean side of the barrier reef and passages through it. Visibility frequently exceeds 35 meters. As well as vibrant corals and colorful small free fish, dolphins, sharks, manta rays, turtles and large pelagic fish are frequently encountered. All resorts have beautiful white sand beaches.