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Ceremonial Lighting of the Torches

The guide was updated: 2024-08-09

As the sun sets, many of Denarau’s resorts host a ceremonial lighting of the outdoor bamboo torches, mostly dotted along the shoreline. Feel the beating heart of Fiji during our torch lighting and dance ritual.

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Port Denarau Marina

Port Denarau Marina

The upmarket marina at Port Denarau has restaurants, cafés and a stage for hosting traditional Fijian performances. Restaurants offer everything from South Pacific and Indian cuisines, to pizza and ice-cream, while there is a spacious seated area with picturesque views across the water especially beautiful at sunset.

Denarau Golf & Racquet Club

Denarau Golf & Racquet Club

Fiji’s premier championship golf course is not only an 18-hole, par-72 golfer’s paradise but is also internationally renowned for its extensive water challenges, including man-made lakes and water hazards that test even the most seasoned players. The only thing more impressive than the green is the view: a bright sky, emerald sea, and an exotic frame of swaying palm trees.

Island Sightseeing

Island Sightseeing

From Port Denarau, you can book an assortment of island day cruises. Treasure Island is a popular choice for its superb marine reserve and Whale’s Tale Day Cruise. Swim and snorkel in turquoise waters and enjoy a barbecue lunch on the beach. Movie buffs might want to check out Monuriki Island, one of the popular Mamanuca Islands. Used as a location for the film Cast Away with Tom Hanks. Take a quick day trip from Denarau and experience the Robinson Crusoe lifestyle.

Hotel Resorts

Hotel Resorts

World-class gastronomic fare can be found across all nine of Denarau's high-end resorts, offering everything from deli-style cafés to open-air cocktail lounges and restaurants serving a range of cuisines, from Asian-influenced dishes to gourmet haute cuisine.

Ceremonial Lighting of the Torches

Ceremonial Lighting of the Torches

As the sun sets, many of Denarau’s resorts host a ceremonial lighting of the outdoor bamboo torches, mostly dotted along the shoreline. Feel the beating heart of Fiji during our torch lighting and dance ritual.

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

A family-friendly resort with a children's pool, a kids club, and even Sony PlayStations in the family rooms, Sofitel is a Fiji luxury hotel with a French touch, combining natural beauty, local culture and flashy elegance. Couples can find romance in the beachfront suites and the Sofitel Spa couples' treatments, and visitors of all ages can enjoy the water activities at the beach clubs.

Port Denarau Shopping Centre

Port Denarau Shopping Centre

This shopping centre is a hub for souvenir and clothes shops, making it a great place to pick up local Fijian keepsakes. It also offers varied cultural experiences, from fire dancing displays to henna tattoo drawing. At 6:30pm, you can enjoy free cultural entertainment shows, adding an extra layer of immersion to your visit.

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