Surrounded by cobalt blue waters boasting rugged coastlines and white-sand beaches of indescribable beauty, the exotic Island of Viti Levu is a popular destination for people visiting the Fiji Islands. Located on the Pacific Ocean and teeming with vibrant marine life, lush rainforests, and traditional villages, this island is the largest and most populated of the Fijian archipelago. The island offers a multitude of activities encompassing much more than just sand, surf, and sun.
Soar Over the Rainforest With ZipFiji
Just minutes from the Pacific Harbor awaits an adventure like no other. Explore the eagle-eye views of the stunning local flora and fauna below in this unforgettable heart-pumping adventure. Up to 10 exhilarating platforms await you, allowing you to be in air for nearly a kilometer. A truly amazing zigzagging adventure from tree top to tree top over the Wainadoi River proves to be an experience of a lifetime.
ZipFiji
Wainadoi, Pacific Harbor
Viti Levu, Fiji
Email: [email protected]
Phone number: 679 930 0545
Seek Out Adventures in Paradise
Visit the village and partake in some authentic ceremonies reflecting the local folklore of the island. Learn about the old days when voodoo and cannibalism were performed. Watch how to effectively husk a coconut and learn about the abundance of traditional plant medicine that grows along the rainforest trail. Finally, wander through the shallow streams and swim in a lagoon boasting a spectacular waterfall dropping 120 feet. Alternatively, try the cave tour, during which you get to ride a traditional bamboo bilibili, participate in kava rituals, and explore the extraordinary rock formations of the cave.
Adventures in Paradise
P.O. Box 910 Sigatoka
Coral Coast
Fiji Islands
Phone number: 679 6520 833
Fax number: 679 6520 848
Soak Up the Sun at Natadola Beach
Voted by Forbes Magazine as one of the 25 best beaches in the world in 2008, Natadola Beach boasts a long stretch of pristine white sand where relaxation is unavoidable. If the rhythmic waves lapping the shore invite you instead to try something new, stop by the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa. Here, you can take scuba-diving classes or snorkel safaris deep into the waters teeming with colorful coral reef and vibrant marine life.
InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa
Sigatoka, Viti Levu 000, Fiji
Phone number: 679 675 0566
Fax number: 679 672 8686
Email: [email protected]
Watch the World Go By on Coral Coast Railway
Two restored sugar-cane locomotives will take you on a pleasant journey across cane fields, bridges, and coastal beaches. Choose your destination: Head towards Natadola Beach for a swim and BBQ bash, take a boat out to the Robinson Crusoe Island for some snorkeling and a picnic, or head to Sigatoka on the Coral Coast for some shopping and sightseeing.
Coral Coast Railways
Phone number: 679 652 0434
Explore Wildlife at Kula Echo Park
Kula Echo Park showcases several endangered species of the South Pacific. Get up and close with the iguanas, snakes, parrots, and lizards and take memorable pictures with these critters. Stop by in the early afternoon and help hand-feed the turtles. The park has won several awards year after year as Fiji’s best attraction.
Kula Eco Park
P.O. Box 823
Sigatoka, Fiji Islands
Phone number: 679 650 0505
Relax at Bebe Spa
After a day spent adventuring through the rainforests and ancient villages, nothing feels better than indulging at a relaxing spa. If you are vacationing with your significant other, don’t miss the Bebe Spa. They have a special couple’s package boasting a soak in coconut milk with splendid views of the coral coast and a sampling of champagne and delectable chocolate-dipped fruit.
Bebe Spa
Sigatoka, Viti Levu, Fiji
Toll-free (U.S., Canada, Guam): 866-956-4262
Worldwide phone number: +1-303-369-7777
Savor the Local Cuisine
For a taste of the local cuisine of the Fiji Islands, you can’t go wrong at Nadina Restaurant. Located in a wooden cottage boasting a wraparound porch over the sea, Nadina offers guests many authentic dishes worth trying. Kokada is a staple dish made with raw fish marinated in lime juice and served with veggies. Kovu walu encompasses mackerel steamed in banana leaves with coconut milk. Worth trying are ota miti, the crunchy shoots of the local wood fern.
Nadina Restaurant
Port Denarau Marina, Building C
Shop R2, Denarau Island, Viti Levu, Fiji
Phone number: 679 675 0290
Surf, Stay, and Sleep at Matanivusi Surf Resort
If your passion is surfing, you cannot go wrong by choosing this resort for your stay. The best time to visit is between June and August, when the biggest surf is present. If you are not that passionate about waves, rest assured — there are plenty of more activities for you. Relax by the pool, enjoy a massage, go kayaking, or try to use a stand-up paddle boat. Matanivusi offers a slice of paradise and the rave reviews left from previous guests explain why Tripadvisor gave this resort a Certificate of Excellence.
Matanivusi Surf Resort – Fiji
P.O. Box 316, Pacific Harbour
Fiji Islands
Phone number: 679 992 3230
The lush rainforests, transparent waters teeming with vibrant marine life, hospitable people, and countless opportunities for exhilarating adventures will make you fall in love with this unspoiled piece of paradise. Upon returning home, many travelers feel like they are leaving a piece of family and home behind, and perhaps this is for the most part attributed to the fact that the islands’ inhabitants have a strong tradition of hospitality. It comes as no surprise that many travelers consider them to be among the friendliest people in the world and are eager to come back. Don’t forget to say, “vinaka vakalevu,” the Fijian words for thank you very much, to your innkeepers upon leaving; they will surely appreciate it!
