From the moment you land in Fiji, your island escape begins. Choose from our range of transfers and tours for a smooth, scenic journey to Plantation Island Resort.
Malolo Cat Transfers
Exclusively serving Plantation Island Resort, Musket Cove Resort and Lomani Island Resort & Spa.
Malolo cat operates modern high-speed catamarans, transferring guests three times daily, in comfort, directly between Port Denarau Marina and Malolo Lailai Island.
All fares include complimentary scheduled coach transfers between Nadi Airport or Nadi Hotels if specified at the time of booking.
Plus, kids aged 0-11 travel free on the Malolo Cat ferry when travelling with a parent or guardian (excluding the ML0800 service from Denarau and ML1545 service from Plantation)! To redeem the complimentary kids’ fares, simply use the promo code KIDSFREE when booking online. Alternatively, you can email Malolo Cat with the details of your booking and the promo code.
Malolo Cat pricing for travel now until 31 March 2026
Adults
$210 FJD*
Return
$105 FJD*
One way
Children under 12yrs
$105 FJD*
Return
$52.50 FJD*
One way
Infants Under 2yrs
FREE
Return
FREE
One way
Malolo Cat pricing for travel 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
Adults
$230 FJD*
Return
$115 FJD*
One way
Children under 12yrs
$115 FJD*
Return
$57.50 FJD*
One way
Infants Under 2yrs
FREE
Return
FREE
One way
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Timetable
Getting to the Island
| Departs Denarau Marina | Arrives Plantation Island |
| 8:00 am | 9:00 am |
| 2:00 pm | 2:50 pm |
| 5:30 pm | 6:20 pm |
Leaving the Island
| Departs Plantation Island | Arrives Denarau Marina |
| 5:45 am | 6:45 am |
| 10:15 am | 11:15 am |
| 3.45 pm | 4:50 pm |
Due to transport regulations and insurance restraints, we regret to inform you that we are unable to transfer your boards to or from Port Denarau on our courtesy bus service.
Surfboard Policy
Malolo Cat Freight Charge
Kite Board Kids
$20 FJD*
Return
Single Surfboard or Sailboard
$40 FJD*
Return
Medium Surfboard or Sailboard
$58 FJD*
Return
Large/Multi-pack
$78 FJD*
One way
Paddle Boards
$100 FJD*
One way
From Mainland to Plantation Island Resort – A freight ticket can be bought from Malolo Cat counter staff at Denarau marina when you check in. Your surfboard/windsurfer will be freighted on the same Malolo Cat that you are travelling on and will be delivered to reception at Plantation Island upon arrival.
From Plantation Island Resort to Mainland – Malolo Cat staff will arrange for a suitable taxi or van to transfer you or your boards to any Nadi Hotel or the Airport. This service is free of charge if you are holding a normal personal transfer Malolo Cat ticket or voucher and a surfboard/windsurfer freight ticket.
Note: Guests returning by air to Nadi who wish to send their boards by Malolo Cat will have to pay for the taxi/van charge to the airport or Nadi hotel of their choice plus the freight charge.
Private Water Taxi
Book a water taxi for an on demand 24 hour private boat transfer. This service is best suited for groups wanting a more personalised transfer service, and those wanting to travel to the island outside of the standard ferry operating times. We recommend Sea Fiji or Mamanuca Express. The water taxi departs from Denarau Marina so you will need to make your own way by taxi from Nadi airport.
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Flights
Heli Tours Fiji and Sun Flower Aviation operate helicopter & fixed wing aircraft charter services to and from Plantation Island Resort.
Helicopter transfers from Nadi/Denarau to/from Malolo Lailai Island
$530 FJD
Per Person
(Minimum 2 pax)
Fixed Wing transfers from Nadi/Denarau to/from Malolo Lailai Island
$290 FJD
Per Person
(Minimum 2 pax)
Please feel free to contact Heli Tours to make a booking
Website: www.helitours.fiji
Email: [email protected]
Kids Eat & Transfer Free Offer
Make your family holiday one of the most memorable ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Plantation Island Resort?
The most popular way is catching the Malolo Cat ferry which takes 50 minutes and departs from Denarau Marina three times per day.
How do I get to Denarau Marina?
Denarau Marina is located on Denarau Island, approximately 30 minutes from Nadi International Airport. The Malolo Cat ferry offers a complimentary shuttle bus schedule, or you can catch a taxi from the airport.
How long should I allow from the time my flight arrives to catching the ferry?
We recommend allowing at least 2–3 hours. You will need to check in for the ferry at least 30 minutes before departure. The journey from the airport takes approximately 30 minutes and then you need to allow time for immigration clearance and baggage collection also.
What happens if I miss the ferry?
Please contact Malolo Cat and they can reschedule you on the next ferry.
What can I do if I have more than 2–3 hours to wait, or my flight arrives too late?
Accommodation is available at Fiji Gateway Hotel, located across the road from Nadi International Airport. The hotel is owned by Raffe Hotels & Resorts, who also owns Plantation Island Resort.
You can also purchase a day pass for $40 per adult and $20 per child for use of the pools, waterslide, showers, tennis courts, gym and a towel is provided. The day pass includes a food and beverage credit of $40 per adult and $20 per child.
What do you recommend if we're travelling as a group?
Water taxis operate on demand 24/7 and if you have a late flight or early departure, it can be a more cost effective method of transport for groups.
How do I claim the kids transfer free bonus?
All kids aged 0–11 years travel FREE on Malolo Cat (excluding the ML0800 departure from Denarau and ML1545 departure from Plantation) when travelling with a parent or guardian. Please email Malolo Cat on [email protected] to book with promo code KIDSFREE.
