The Mamanuca Islands — a group of 20 islands lying 20 to 40 kilometres west of Nadi — are Fiji's most visited island cluster, their white sand beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, and vibrant coral reefs accessible by a 15 to 30-minute boat or seaplane transfer from the mainland. Cloud 9, the famous floating platform bar and pizzeria anchored on a reef in the Mamanucas, is one of the Pacific's most photographed leisure destinations. The Garden of the Sleeping Giant near Nadi is a spectacular botanical garden of 2,000 varieties of orchid set against the backdrop of the Sleeping Giant mountain range, a surprising and beautiful half-day experience on the mainland. Suva, Fiji's capital on the southeast coast of Viti Levu, is a genuine South Pacific city of culture and history — the Fiji Museum in Thurston Gardens is the finest Pacific museum outside Hawaii, and the city's diverse restaurant scene and vibrant markets make it a rewarding destination in its own right. The Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park on the Coral Coast is Fiji's first national park, its towering ancient dunes and archaeological significance contrasting with the spectacular coastal landscape of the Coral Coast highway. Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa on Denarau Island is positioned perfectly for Mamanuca island-hopping, with the Port Denarau Marina — the departure point for boat transfers to the outer islands — a short distance away. Novotel Nadi in central Nadi gives guests an early-morning start for island day trips, with breakfast from 5:30am and the international airport immediately accessible. Novotel Suva Lami Bay is the natural base for experiencing Suva's cultural attractions, with uninterrupted ocean views over Lami Bay and the option of arriving by boat.