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Before you go

Your trip to Nanuya Lailai.

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Nanuya Lailai – Ba Destination Yasawa Islands

How to get there

  • Aeroporto Internacional de Nadi (NAN) Namaka · 90 km
  • Port Denarau Marina (barcos para as ilhas) Denarau · 92 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

The Yasawa Flyer departs from Denarau and stops off the island, where resort boats ferry passengers to the beach. Seaplanes arrive from Nadi. The boat trip to Nanuya Lailai takes about 4 hours.

How many days

Two or three nights, to visit the Blue Lagoon, snorkel and the trip to the Sawa-i-Lau caves.

When to go

From May to October days are usually dry and the water clear. From November to April it is hotter with more rain, and it is cyclone season.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

No. The island is small; it is explored on foot along trails between beaches, and excursions are by boat.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Nanuya Lailai
  1. Morning
    Snorkeling in the Blue Lagoon

    Swim and snorkel in the Blue Lagoon with the calm morning water.

  2. Afternoon
    Island trail

    Follow the trail that crosses the island to the beaches on the other side.

  3. Late afternoon
    Kayak

    Paddle across the lagoon between Nanuya Lailai and Nanuya Levu.

  4. Evening
    Sunset

    Watch the sunset from one of the island’s hills.

2 days in Nanuya Lailai

Day 1

  1. Morning
    Lagoa Azul

    Morning snorkel in the Blue Lagoon.

  2. Afternoon
    Trail

    Walk across the island to the beaches on the other side.

  3. Late afternoon
    Kayak

    Paddle across the lagoon in the late afternoon.

  4. Evening
    Night on the island

    Dinner at the lodge, usually with meals included.

Day 2

  1. Morning
    Sawa-i-Lau caves

    Go by boat to the Sawa-i-Lau caves further north, and swim in the main cave.

  2. Afternoon
    Nabukeru village

    On the return, if included in the visit, stop at the village of Nabukeru near the caves.

  3. Late afternoon
    Return to Nanuya Lailai

    Return to the island and relax on the beach.

  4. Evening
    Kava

    At night, if invited, take part in a kava ceremony.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Was the film The Blue Lagoon filmed on Nanuya Lailai?

On the neighboring island, Nanuya Levu. The cove in front of Nanuya Lailai is called the Blue Lagoon because of the film.

Is the Blue Lagoon good for snorkeling?

Yes. The water is usually clear and calm, with reefs and colorful fish; the area is protected from fishing.

Can you go to the Sawa-i-Lau caves from Nanuya Lailai?

Yes. The caves lie to the north and are visited on boat trips from the lodgings.

Does Nanuya Lailai have power and internet?

Lodges typically have power from generators or solar panels for part of the day. Internet can be limited.

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