What to do in Fiji - top 10 ideas for memorable experiences

It’s hard to imagine a holiday in Fiji in the beach-hotel format. This is the place to go for adventure, because Fijian nature and culture will not let you sit still. The islands offer great potential for adventure on land and water, exploring the rich underwater world, and getting to know the customs and traditions of the islands' indigenous people. The incredibly beautiful places that need to be seen here can hardly be squeezed into one vacation. We’ll look at what to do and where to go in Fiji later in the article.

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Swim on the Great Astrolabe Reef, Kadavu

Or on the Astrolabe Reef. Without diving and snorkeling, Fiji cannot be fully enjoyed. Near Kadavu there is one of the most beautiful coral reefs on the islands, with picturesque underwater grottoes and incredible biodiversity . It is the fourth largest barrier reef in the world, stretching over 100 kilometers. The place is very popular due to its rich underwater ecosystem and easy access. Most of the most beautiful sites here can be quickly reached by boat. And there are enough suitable dive sites for both pros and beginners.

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Swim at Bouma waterfalls , Taveuni

Taveuni , also known as the Garden Island, is striking in its pristine jungle beauty. 80% of the island (150 km²) is occupied by Bouma National Park , opened in 1990 to preserve the ecosystem. The dense mountain forests are home to many exotic species of birds, there are equipped tourist routes and the most beautiful waterfalls in Fiji are hidden. Hikes in the Taveuni Mountains include swimming in the natural pools of 20-meter waterfalls. A great way to freshen up for new adventures. Taveuni also offers exciting boat tours, visits to Vaitabu Marine Park and ancient ruins.

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Visit the Garden of the Sleeping Giant and Sabeto Springs , Viti Levu

On the main island of Fiji, near the town of Nadi, there is a picturesque botanical garden with a private collection of rare plants. Over the course of several decades, it has grown to two thousand species. Here you will see the largest collection of orchids in Fiji. The garden area is more than 20 hectares. Surrounded by plants, there is a beautiful pond with lilies and the house-museum of the founder of the garden, the famous American actor Raymond, is open. Berra . A walk through the garden can be combined with a visit to the hot springs and mud baths of Sabeto , located nearby.

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For fresh emotions, visit the Kula WILD adventure park, Viti Levu

The Coral Coast is the most popular tourist area of Viti Levu . It is full of hotels and has all the amenities for a resort holiday - the best beaches in Fiji, fishing for every taste, hiking through the dense jungle with caves, excursions and cruises, colorful Sigatoka and Sand Dunes National Park. One of the must-see tourist spots on the Coral Coast is Kula Adventure Park . This is an ideal place for family leisure. The park is home to rare species of animals and birds, and is also full of entertainment locations - water slides, swimming pools and cable cars.

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On a sea cruise around the islands, Denarau

Fiji consists of 333 islands. Of course, you won’t be able to visit everything , but it’s very possible to see the most beautiful corners. Boat excursions are the most popular activities in the archipelago. There are a lot of routes. Guides will help you choose your island. The most popular starting point for excursions to Viti Levu is the private island of Denarau . Many cruises to the Mamanuca and Yasawa depart from here . Pay attention to a romantic tour to a desert island, with a picnic and snorkeling .

In turn, Port Denarau is a kind of center dotted with restaurants, shops, eateries and souvenir shops. There is plenty of room to hang out while waiting for the cruise.

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Adventures in Pacific Harbor, Viti Levu

The resort area of Viti Levu , with numerous adrenaline-pumping activities. Pacific Harbor is called the adventure capital of Fiji. You can go here for swimming among bull sharks, first-class lessons diving , jet skiing , rafting and more. Aqua Aquatic Center Team Trek encourages you to join the shark feeding experience even if you don't have a diving certificate.

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Take a walk around the capital of Fiji, Viti Levu

Suva is the largest city on Viti Levu and the entire archipelago, the economic and cultural center of the Fiji Islands. If you find yourself in Viti Levu , exploring the capital should not be ignored. This is a city of shrines. Here you can count many churches, mosques, Sikh and Hindu temples, walk through the colorful market and the central street Victoria Parade , where the main entertainment and restaurants are concentrated. In the center of Suva, it is worth visiting the Fiji Museum; it will introduce you externally to the unique culture and history of the country.

Bathing at Sawa-i-Lau , Yasawa

This place is called the natural wonder of Fiji. The ancient limestone caves of Sawa-i-Lau are located on the edge of the Blue Lagoon on Yasawa Island . This is a mysterious place with an amazing landscape and beautiful legends about the deities living here. This is a whole cave complex that has been carved out by the ocean for thousands of years. Pristine grottoes attract tourists. Excursions are offered here. In most caves you can only swim at low tide. Fragments of the first part of the legendary film "The Blue Lagoon" were filmed in Sava-i-Lau .

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Meeting manta rays on the Yasawa Islands

Yasawa Islands group is the center of manta ray viewing in Fiji. In season, namely from May to October, manta rays migrate between the southern tip of Naviti and Drawaka Island . There are several hotels in the area that offer swimming with manta rays as a leisure activity . Please pay attention on Mantaray Island Resort, Botair Resort and Barefoot Manta Resort.

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Take a Blue Lagoon Cruise

The Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands are Fiji's most popular cruise destinations. You can choose a trip of 3, 5 or 7 days. Cruises on the Blue Lagoon are most in demand due to their extensive program with visits to traditional settlements, diving , snorkeling , and picnics on uninhabited coasts. Locations may change depending on the weather, but this will not spoil the experience.

For Fijian culture at Navala Village , Viti Levu

A high mountain village where many of the locals actually live in ancient dwellings amidst Fiji's incredible hilly nature. The road deep into the island will not be comfortable and fast, but this is the best location to experience the authenticity of Fiji. Entrance to the village is paid (about $25 per person). The main attraction is the traditional Fijian bure huts . A guided visit is recommended to listen to the tour.

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To Levuku for Fiji's colonial past, Ovalau

On the east coast of the island of Ovalau there is an entire city that is listed as a UNESCO site. This is Levuka , the former capital of Fiji. If you love walking among 200-year-old architecture, don't miss this opportunity in Fiji. Modern civilization of the archipelago began from here. In Levuka , founded in 1820, the first hospital and town hall were built, a municipality was opened, schools were opened and Fiji's first newspaper was founded Times , which is still published today . One of the central objects of the town is the Catholic Church of the Sacred Heart, built in 1858. It is the oldest operating Christian cathedral in Fiji. Another, no less interesting place is Levuka's Royal Hotel , believed to be the oldest hotel in the South Pacific Islands. No one knows the exact year of its opening, but according to historians, the hotel already existed before the 1860s. Royal Hotel in Levuka still accepts guests.

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Romance in the Mamanuca Islands

Many hotels in Fiji offer this leisure activity, especially for couples and newlyweds. A romantic day on the beautiful islands of Fiji, in a secluded setting and surrounded by natural beauty . The Mamanuca Islands are considered Fiji's most romantic destination. There are plenty of resorts for adults here that attract impressive romantic packages with dinners on the coasts, trips for two, sunset cruises, couples diving , spa services and wedding ceremonies and so on.

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Conquer Cloudbreak , Mamanuca Islands

Fiji is an attractive archipelago for surfers . Most Popular surf spot of the islands, about which there are legends - Cloudbreak on the Mamanuca Islands . People from all over the world come to conquer the legendary wave. The place is especially attractive between May and October, when the waves reach 6 meters. The spot is located 5 kilometers from Namotu Island .

Swim with sharks in Benga Lagoon , Viti Levu

diving sites that exist near Viti Levu . Benga Lagoon can be said to be teeming with tiger, bull and reef sharks. And if you want to tickle your nerves, then this is the place for you. Swimming and diving here is allowed only when accompanied by instructors and only in compliance with strict safety rules.

Get your adrenaline pumping on the Navua River , Viti Levu

The length of one of the largest rivers in Fiji, with access to the ocean, is 65 kilometers. Rafting tours in the Upper Nauwa are a unique experience exploring the life and nature of the Fijian highlands. Wild landscapes with dense forests, ancient rocks, waterfalls, and authentic settlements await you. A sea of emotions from rafting , tubing, canoeing, boating or kayaking is guaranteed. Navua rafting tours depart from the Pacific Harbor tourist attraction center.