Nadi Therapeutic Mud Pools and Garden Tour: Explore Fijian Culture, Markets, and Natural Beauty
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9 Ratings
Lautoka
Immerse yourself in Fijian culture and natural beauty on the Nadi Therapeutic Mud Pools and Garden Tour. Discover Hindu temples, vibrant markets, and the stunning Garden of the Sleeping Giant.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Lautoka Market - Visit the Lautoka Fruits and vegetables markets to see an array of local fresh fruits and vegetables grown locally. You will also get a chance to meet the local vendors and share their experiences
- Garden of the Sleeping Giant - Fiji’s famous orchid gardens - The Gardens of Sleeping Giants. The gardens are nestled in the cool shadows of two giant mountains and offers over 30 to 40 varieties magnificent Asian Orchids and Cattleya hybrids which was once the private collection of the late American actor Raymond Burr.
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool - Mud Pools one of Fiji’s hidden jewels. It provides a rare opportunity to indulge in a therapeutic natural thermal mud spa. The therapeutic mud pool of Sabeto is the ideal remedy for self-cleansing or naturally beautifying yourself. Locals believe that the sulphur in the hot springs have healing properties and it is a popular spot for both visitors and locals, providing a great social experience. The Sabeto Hot Springs has three pools set in lush natural surroundings, have fun applying rejuvenating mud generously on yourself and your friends! Afterwards wash off in a warm spring pool and feel your stress melt away with the mud.
- Krishna Kaliya Temple - Visit the Krishna Kaliya Temple, Lautoka
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information
Experience the Nadi Therapeutic Mud Pools and Garden Excursion - Shore Tours departing from Lautoka Wharf
Enjoy the comfort of a modern, air-conditioned vehicle complete with knowledgeable driver/guide
Departure from Lautoka Wharf is at 8:30 AM as per the cruise ship’s schedule
You’ll see Fiji’s renowned, vibrant Hindu Temple
Get a taste of local produce at Lautoka’s bustling fruit and vegetable markets
Browse through the local Handicraft markets
Shop till you drop at Lautoka, famous for duty-free shops, and pause for lunch at well-known local restaurants (expenses are on your own)
Immerse in Fiji’s attractive scenery, colorful orchids, and the Garden of the Sleeping Giant
Alternatively, soothe your senses at Sabeto’s therapeutic natural thermal mud pools
- Dress code is smart casual
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Location
Lautoka Market
Behind business district
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(9 Ratings)
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509gaving
Feb 4, 2024
A great experience packed full of beauty and fun - So glad we booked this excursion. Better than we hoped. Our guide was brilliant, lots of interesting knowledge and good humour made for a great day out. The markets were interesting, the temple was beautiful and our guide informed us about the Hindu religion which was truly interesting. The sleeping giant mountain and the orchid gardens were so beautiful, we took too many photos. The walk through the gardens to the top of the hill was so humid we look liked we'd been swimming, but soooo worth it. The mudbaths and thermal pools were the perfect way to finish off. Glad we were taken to the ones run by locals.
If you're wondering whether its worth it, I can assure you that you willl not be disappointed!. But, you may be a bit hungry at the end. Maybe take some cash and buy some local fruit at the market to keep you going
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John
May 1, 2023
A Fun Day in Nadi - Our tour turned out to be a private tour for just myself and my wife. Avi and Avi were our guide and driver, and both of them were great. The temple was closed to visitors on the day we went, but we did get some good photos. The Nadi mud pools were a lot of fun, as we got to channel our 4 year old selves. The Sleeping Giant Gardens were beautiful and relaxing. We were introduced to the Kava culture at the markets, but it probably will not become a part of our daily lives! Overall it was a really fun day.
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Sheryl
Feb 16, 2023
Wonderful day. Our tour guide Avi absolutely fantastic. So helpful and knowledgeable. Such interesting places to visit. - Wonderful tour and our guide Avi exceptional.
So interesting at every stop and Avi very knowledgeable. Vehicle was lovely and easy to communicate with Excite Tours.
Very professional yet personal.
Great day and taken care of very well. Thank you Avi and Excite Tours
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Connie
Oct 23, 2022
Excellent tour must do if your going to the mud pool. - Sami our driver met us outside of the cruise terminal. He explained the order were doing the tour, which was great in that we ended at the mud pool. He talked about the areas that we were driving though. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Pamela
Oct 1, 2022
Best sightseeing with Sami - Sami our driver was amazing, and so interesting with his local knowledge. Our family of four had an amazing day seeing the sites. It’s hard to say what our highlight was as the whole tour was amazing. Thanks Sami, your awesome!
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Lyle_m
Mar 31, 2024
Overpriced - The mud bath was amazing. Friendly staff that were super helpful.
However the sleeping giant was a let down. No guidance on what to do or where to go.
All in all I think that this trip was over priced.
The cost of enter to the sleeping giant was around fj$64 per person. Mid bath was around fj$40 per person we paid close todj$500
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Alan
Jan 24, 2023
Great tour and very informative - This was a lovely afternoon tour on a day when the weather was a bit difficult. The temple was interesting but in bare feet was slippery! We loved the Garden of The Sleeping Giant and had a wonderful massage at The Mudpools and hot springs. Our tour guide was keen and enthusiastic and very informative
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61neilw
Jan 18, 2020
Very Muddy. great fun - It was great fun.
Great experience.
Can buy gifts from the locals.
No ATM, bring cash.
Will return one day.
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