When people picture Fiji, most think of a tropical paradise - and with good reason. In the Fiji Islands, you can relax on the beach, dive the famous waters, climb mountains, or trek the interiors - all in one day if you like. Fiji is composed of more than 330 volcanic islands, though most of Fiji's island population is located on Viti Levu.
Because Fijian travel offers a wonderful blend of cultures and customs, tourists experience a vast array of dining options, leisure activities and sights to see.
Getting in and around Fiji
Fiji Airport
A number of airlines fly into Fiji, including the country's international carrier, Fiji Airways, which offers direct flights from Auckland, Christchurch, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Honolulu, Los Angeles and Vancouver (amongst others). Other airlines that fly into Fiji include Qantas, Air New Zealand and Virgin. Passengers will likely fly into Fiji's Nadi International Airport on Viti Levu.
Taxis are available right outside the airport, and local buses are close by.
Fiji Transport
Tourists can rent almost anything on wheels: cars, motorcycles, bicycles, as well as hail a taxi or hop on a bus in the more populous areas.
Fiji Car Hire
This is definitely a town to discover and explore, and you may want the privacy of your own vehicle to do this in. Car hire is available at the airport and also in other places on the island.
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Fiji accommodation
Whatever your travel style - from luxury vacation to budget hostels - Fiji offers you plenty of options.
Luxury
Turtle Island Fiji. With 14 lavish villas and sweeping views, plus all of the amenities you could think of, Turtle Island is a luxury traveller's dream. You can even rent the entire island.
Nakelo Treasure Island Resort and Spa offers modern ocean view and beachfront bures, white sandy beaches, fine dining options, bars, a kids club and adventure experiences. Turtle Island Fiji is a luxury traveller’s dream, with 14 lavish bures with sweeping views and all of the amenities you could wish for. You can even rent the entire island.
Treasure Island Resort Fiji offers 67 modern bures with private balconies, miles of white sandy beaches, fine dining options, bars, kids' club, and nightlife.
Mid-range
Bedarra Beach Inn is located in the heart of the Coral Coast and provides standard, deluxe and premium rooms.
Blue West Villas offers serviced villas that can sleep up to six people and overlooks the stunning gardens and pool.Bedarra Beach Inn Fiji (Coral Coast) provides standard or deluxe rooms with amenities such as air conditioning, refrigerators, and tea and coffee makers.
Safari Island Lodge (Sunshine Coast) offers beachfront bures, villa rentals, private lodge rooms, or family-style accommodations.
Budget
Aquarius on the Beach offers accommodation ranging from budget to deluxe hotel rooms and includes a restaurant and bar.Aquarius Fiji (Nadi) offers accommodations ranging from dorm to hotel rooms, swimming pool, restaurant and bar, and airport shuttle service.
Backpackers
Bamboo Travellers has a selection of dorms and private rooms available and is perfectly situated right in the beach.
Ratu Kini Dive Resort offers travellers dorm rooms, private rooms or cottages, and the accommodation runs a dive shop.Horizon Backpackers and Travel Centre (Nadi) has rooms or dormitories, extended-stay deals, light breakfast, and free access to the amenities of its sister hostel, Smuggler's Cove
Ratu Kini Backpackers (Mana Island) gives travellers a dorm room, shower facilities, breakfast, and Internet access.
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Things to do in Fiji
Scuba diving.. Fiji is famous for its soft coral, but you'll find endless diversity and every colour of the rainbow beneath its crystal-clear waters.
Hike diverse terrain. With more than 330 mountainous islands, hikers will never run out of terrain to explore. From the easy adventures of coastal areas to the more rugged, remote terrain of the islands' interiors, you can choose a journey that appeals to you.
Fiji's rainforests. Make a special point of seeing Bouma Falls on the Fijian island of Taveuni.
Water sports. If you've found your true home in the water, you can take your pick of almost limitless options in Fiji: sea kayaking, snorkelling, fishing, a jet ski safari off the Mamanuca Islands and much more. Fiji's marvellous climate means taking to the seas is always an option.
Guided tour of Suva. For history buffs, or those wanting to learn about the local culture, this tour is essential. You can take in sights including Government House, the Fiji Museum, Albert Park, Botanical Gardens, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Municipal Handicraft Centre and diverse religious houses of worship, with a little time for shopping thrown in too.
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Day trips in and around Fiji
Golf. If you're a golf lover, Fiji has a few golf courses on offer, including Denarau Golf and Racquet Club, Fiji Golf Club-Suva, Nadi Airport Golf Club and Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club.
Pearl farm day tour. Learn how Fiji produces its world-renowned coloured pearls with a tour.
Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple is located in Nadi and is Fiji's largest Hindu Temple. This is a great example of the cultural and architectural diversity that can be found throughout the country.
Shop 'til you drop. In Fiji, you can find everything from open-air markets offering local foods and goods to upscale boutique clothes. If you're looking to bring back something uniquely Fijian, consider browsing for carved Tanoa bowls, in which the national drink of "yaqona" (kava) is mixed and served, or replicas of war masks, woven baskets and pottery.
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