As travellers begin planning their 2026 maritime adventures, BoatBooker has released its curated list of the 10 Unique Boat-Only Dining Destinations Worldwide, with Cloud 9 in the Mamanuca Islands officially ranked at Number Two.
The destination earns its top position for its “middle-of-the-ocean” setting and for reflecting Fiji’s vibrant, nautical spirit at its finest.
Located in the turquoise waters of Vanua Malolo on Ro Ro Reef, Cloud 9 is celebrated as a “floating paradise” that offers a perspective of a Pacific simply unreachable from the mainland.
Notable insights that secured its rank include:
- The pop-culture connection: The Mamanuca Islands have recently captured global attention as the lush filming location for Love Island USA, and Cloud 9 offers travellers the ultimate “bombshell” view of that same iconic scenery.
- The 360-degree horizon: Reviewers frequently highlight the “unreal” experience of having no land in sight while enjoying a gourmet wood-fired pizza and a fully stocked bar in the middle of a vibrant reef.
- A living reef experience: Guests often note the seamless blend of a high-end lounge and raw adventure; the ability to jump directly from the dining deck into a coral garden between courses is a “performance” unique to this platform.
“At BoatBooker, we recognize that boating and dining go hand-in-hand,” the ranking service stated.
“In an archipelago like Fiji, the journey across the water is the opening act that heightens the senses before the first course is even served.
“It makes sense that Cloud 9 is accessible exclusively by water, typically via a 45-minute speedboat ride from Port Denarau.”
The surrounding Mamanuca Islands have recently gained even more fame as the lush filming location for Love Island USA, adding a touch of Hollywood glamour to the archipelago’s natural beauty.
Underwater restaurant Ithaa on Rangali Island in the Maldives was Number One on the list.
