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Half-day shore excursion from Nadi covering local markets, orchid gardens, and a traditional Fijian village — 4 to 5 hours suitable for cruise ship passengers at Port Denarau or hotel guests. Operated by Iconic Fiji Tours. From $107 USD. Rated 5.0/5.
Half-day Nadi sightseeing and mud pool tour covering Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, local markets, and the Sabeto hot springs and mud pools. $79 per person, 4.7/5 across 81 reviews. Guides including Muhammad Husain draw consistent praise. Ideal for guests with limited time in Nadi.
Private half-day Nadi tour with JC Tours Fiji covering the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, local produce markets, Garden of the Sleeping Giant orchid gardens, and the Sabeto volcanic mud pools and therapeutic geothermal hot springs — in your own vehicle with a dedicated guide. From $116 USD. Rated 4.7/5.
Shore excursion from Port Denarau covering Sabeto mud pools and hot springs, Garden of the Sleeping Giant orchid gardens, Nadi markets, and the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple. Duration 5–6 hours. From $121 USD. Product 60906P16. Rated 4.7/5.
Five to six hour shore excursion covering Nadi's cultural highlights — Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, orchid gardens, local markets, and shopping. Designed for cruise ship passengers at Port Denarau and hotel guests. Operated by Iconic Fiji Tours. From $79 USD. Rated 5.0/5.
Custom private Suva tour (1–4 hours) with private vehicle, driver/guide, and hotel, port or airport pickup. Choose your stops: Colo-i-Suva Forest Park waterfalls and pools, Suva city highlights and markets, Fiji Museum, or a village visit. Rates vary by pickup location and activity choices. Popular add-on: Colo-i-Suva Forest Park (park entry FJD $5 extra).