Fiji Experiences

Handy Craft

Get creative and take a little piece of Fiji home with you by joining one of our fun and hands-on handicraft sessions. It is the perfect way to slow down, connect with island traditions, and make something truly unique.

Learn the art of palm weaving as you create your own hat or bag, or try your hand at crafting beautiful coconut jewellery. Our friendly Activities Team will guide you every step of the way, sharing tips and techniques to help bring your creation to life. Best of all, you will leave with a handmade souvenir, a special reminder of your time at Mantaray Island.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cost of the activities at Mantaray Island Resort?

There’s plenty to do at Mantaray Island Resort! We offer a range of free activities, including basket weaving, coconut craft, kayaking, and island trekking.

For those looking to explore even more, paid activities start from FJD $65 per person and include unforgettable experiences such as swimming with manta rays, guided snorkelling tours, village visits, sunset tube cruises, and hand line fishing.

Does Mantaray Island do PADI Diving?

We offer SSI (Scuba Schools International) dive courses at Mantaray Island Resort. SSI is very similar to PADI, following the same strict safety standards, but at a more affordable price.

Your certification is internationally recognised and fully interchangeable with other dive agencies, giving you the same opportunities to dive anywhere in the world.

What is the price for an Open Water Dive Course and how many days does it take to complete?

The Open Water Dive Course is priced at FJD $995 and is typically completed over three days, with two dives per day, totalling six dives.

With access to over 40 incredible dive sites, you’ll have the chance to explore some of the most stunning underwater locations Fiji has to offer.

Do you do specific dives each day for instance Open Water Dive on Monday only?

We don’t have set days for specific dives. The dive schedule is flexible and based on the courses and dive experiences that guests book during their stay, ensuring we can tailor each day to suit everyone’s needs.

Moments etched into our guestbook

“Wonderful family holiday for 7 nights! We were lucky enough to snorkel with the majestic manta rays and spend time on the shady deck with beach and pool views. The divers enjoyed exploring a small wreck, coral walls, reef sharks, turtles and beautiful swim-through caverns. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend to adventurous spirits – there’s something for everyone!“

Lauren, Sydney, Australia

“There are so many activities available everyday so it’s impossible to be bored! The Mantaray snorkelling was the highlight for me, it was a magical experience. The activities team Sak, Seni and Niko were especially helpful in making the activities fun and enjoyable. We did the manta ray snorkelling, sunset tubing and the Kava tasting and enjoyed all of them thanks to the staff!“

Rachael

“Our favourite island! The staff are truly the best in Fiji – Sak, Jerry and Enny, we’ll miss you! They made our stay so special with endless activities, amazing manta ray snorkelling (run ethically and with respect), and a memorable village tour. The 32-bed dorm was clean and cleverly divided into rooms of four for extra privacy. Food was tasty with plenty of choice – the lamb shank was a standout! We definitely recommend staying here.“

Hannah, Auckland, New Zealand

“Amazing 2-night stay in the 32-bed dorm! The room was clean and cleverly designed, feeling more like a 4-bed dorm. The team were incredible, so welcoming, friendly and really made our stay special. Highlights were the sunset tube cruise and an unforgettable snorkelling tour over vibrant corals and countless fish. Even without manta rays, it was still amazing. Our guide Nico made us feel safe, shared games and farewelled us with bracelets. We’d definitely recommend and can’t wait to return. Vinaka!“

Angel, Sydney, Australia

“Lovely resort with all the expected amenities. Reef snorkelling in front of the resort and trips available for divers or people wanting to see the Mantarays. Large beachfront units with balconies and screened windows. Other activities but charges for everything where staff are involved. Good breakfasts and lunches but dinners not quite up to expectations.“

Diana, Auckland, New Zealand