Fiji

Sights

• Mamanuca Islands – Small islands with resorts and reefs, close to Nadi.
• Yasawa Islands – A chain of volcanic islands, popular for island hopping.
• Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple – A colourful Hindu temple in Nadi.
• Garden of the Sleeping Giant – An orchid garden at the foot of the mountains.
• Sigatoka Sand Dunes – A national park with high dunes on the Coral Coast.
• Taveuni – The «Garden Island» with waterfalls and the Rainbow Reef.

Food & nightlife

• Kokoda – Raw fish in lime and coconut milk.
• Lovo – Meat, fish and root vegetables cooked in an earth oven.
• Kava ceremony – The traditional welcome drink made from kava root.
• Indo-Fijian curries – A legacy of the Indian community, especially in Nadi.

Day trips

• Beqa Lagoon – Known for shark dives and corals.
• Navua River – By bamboo raft or boat through gorges to waterfalls.
• Sabeto mud pools – Warm mud and hot spring pools near Nadi.

Good to know

When to go

May–October

Getting around

The international airport is in Nadi; reach the islands by ferry, catamaran or seaplane. On village visits cover your shoulders, remove your hat and bring kava as a gift.

Tipping

Tipping is not customary.

Power

Plug type I, 240 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Fijian Dollar (FJD)

Plan your trip to Fiji together

Create a trip plan and the Travel Guide comes with it – with a map, ideas to suggest and saved for offline use.

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