Full Description & Details
Port Denarau Marina is a full-service marina on Denarau Island, on the western side of Viti Levu, Fiji's largest island. It is the main departure point for cruises to the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands and sits within a large resort complex. The marina has 56 berths and 16 moorings, with 32 berths designed for multi-hull vessels.
It can accommodate superyachts up to 85 meters in length with a maximum draft of 5 meters. Berths provide water and metered electricity, including single-phase 240V AC and three-phase up to 415V AC. High-speed fuel pumps dispensing duty-free diesel are available on the commercial jetty, and Wi-Fi is offered across the docks.
The marina is open 24 hours a day, and the entry is well-lit for nighttime navigation. The marina's infrastructure includes a boatyard with a 50-ton travel lift, hard stand, dry storage, and haul-out facilities. A notable feature is its cyclone management plan, which offers a Sheltered Cyclone Mooring system to improve vessel safety during cyclone season.
Within the marina complex, amenities include hot and cold showers, a laundromat, a convenience store, and a cafe. A short walk leads to the Port Denarau Shopping Centre, which has restaurants, retail stores, and a supermarket. The marina hosts events such as the annual Fiji Regatta Week and the South Pacific World ARC Rally.
Its location, 20 minutes from Nadi International Airport and connected by a modern four-lane highway to Nadi Town, makes it a convenient stopover for sailors.
How to get there
Approaching Port Denarau Marina from sea is straightforward. The marina sits at the end of a well-marked, deep-water channel, and the approach from the main shipping channel is direct. The channel has a maintained depth of 5 meters at zero tide.
The entry is well-lit, and the marina is open 24 hours, allowing for secure nighttime navigation. No specific bearings or waypoints are provided in the source material, but the channel markers guide vessels from the main shipping lane into the marina basin. For land access, Nadi International Airport is a short 20-minute drive away.
A modern four-lane highway connects the marina to Nadi Town. The marina is part of the Denarau Island resort complex, so taxis and resort shuttles are typically available. No additional formalities beyond standard Fiji entry procedures are mentioned in the source.
VHF contact information is not specified in the provided data, so sailors should rely on visual navigation and local knowledge when approaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum vessel length and draft at Port Denarau Marina?
Port Denarau Marina can accommodate vessels up to 85 meters in length with a maximum draft of 5 meters.
Does Port Denarau Marina offer fuel and electricity?
Yes, the marina provides high-speed fuel pumps with duty-free diesel on the commercial jetty, and berths have metered electricity including single-phase 240V AC and three-phase up to 415V AC.
Are there moorings available at Port Denarau Marina?
Yes, in addition to 56 berths, there are 16 mooring buoys throughout the marina basin for those who prefer to moor.
What facilities are available at Port Denarau Marina?
The marina has a boatyard with a 50-ton travel lift, hard stand, dry storage, and haul-out facilities. Amenities include hot and cold showers, a laundromat, a convenience store, and a cafe.
Is Port Denarau Marina safe during cyclone season?
The marina has a cyclone management plan that includes a Sheltered Cyclone Mooring system, which is designed to increase vessel safety during the cyclone season.
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