Tivua Island Fiji (Mamanuca Islands, South Sea Cruises)

Tivua Island is one of Fiji's Mamanuca Islands. This small coral cay is located in the archipelago's northern part, and northwest of Viti Levu Island.

The small isle features white sand beaches, approx 2 km2 (0,8 mi2) of reef and two traditional huts (called bures) offered as accommodations for visitors. The island can be walked around in about 15 minutes. Fiji 1-day cruises to Tivua Island are operated regularly by Captain Cook Cruises (an Australian travel company owned by SeaLink Travel Group).

Tivua is a private island owned until 2024 by Captain Cook Cruises Australia. This exclusive island destination was visited daily by the tall sailing ship Ra Marama and the sailing catamaran ship Fiji One. Both vessels are owned by the company.

The island features white sandy beaches and approx 2 km2 (0,8 mi) coral garden. The traditional Fijian experience on the island includes a medicine nature walking tour, learning to weave coconut fibers, partaking in a Kava ceremony. Other unique for this cruise destination activities include wildlife viewing (of seasonal seabirds and nesting turtles), snorkeling, diving and glass-bottom boat tours around the island, food and drink service, beach massages, Senekai Day Spa. There are also sporting activities for kids 3 to 9 years old - Volleyball games with the crew, sandcastle building, treasure hunt adventure.

On Fiji-themed wedding cruises, Captain Cook Cruises offered pre-arranged packages with overnight stays on the island for couples and small groups (up to 6 guests). Tivua Island's overnight accommodations are beachfront bures. Fijian bures are made of wood and straw huts, similar to a ship cabin.

South Sea Cruises Group ownership (2024)

In November 2024 was announced that South Sea Cruises Group/SSCG (Port Denarau-based company) acquired Tivua Island from Captain Cook Cruises Management. Under the purchase agreement, Captain Cook Cruises continued to operate its exclusive island visits (Tivua Island Day Sail Experience) until May 31st, 2025. The announcement mentioned that in June 2025, Tivua Island will be closed for a major redevelopment to transform the destination into a premium day tour destination for international tourists staying in the nearby resort areas. The project is expected to be completed in 2026.

Along with Tivua Island, SSCG also owns South Sea Island and Malamala Beach Club on Malamala Island (both part of Fiji's Mamanuca Islands). The 2026-reopened Tivua Island will be also included in Blue Lagoon Cruises' itineraries and in travel packages through SSCG's brand Awesome Adventures Fiji.

SSCG also manages resort transfers and day trips across Fiji's Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands as part of its South Sea Cruises offerings.

Tivua Island Fiji cruise terminal