Fiji travel guide

Forget the Macarena; the Bula dance is where it’s at, but if you’re looking for a tad more authenticity then visit a Fijian village far from the resort islands and you’ll soon get into the hospitable swing of things. Escaping the transient tourists in Nadi and Denarau Island is a great idea although Viti Levu still holds a few inland surprises if you’re prepared to explore a little further from the port or airport.

You can could travel independently in Fiji but it’s so much more fulfilling to go with someone who knows the local people and can take you to places that other tourists simply can’t reach.

Once you bid the main island ‘ni sa moce’ you’ll be able to take your pick of exotic locations with Taveuni Island promising a much more rustic and authentic experience to the resorts of Mamanuca, Yasawa and the Sacred Islands. Fijian people are some of the world’s friendliest and if you’re wishing to be welcomed with a mildly narcotic drink whilst seated on a neatly woven voi voi mat then hitch up your grass skirts and hang on to Wilson as we’re about to set sail.

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Fiji is...

all about Mother Nature and getting off the beaten track.

Fiji isn’t…

just a selfie opportunity with a paint-daubed volley ball.

Things to do in Fiji…

Exploring Fiji by small ship lets you sail to the hidden coves and untouched shorelines that larger ships simply won't consider. Imagine anchoring in sheltered waters to snorkel, dine or view coral from a glass-bottomed boat; seriously, sunsets only get better from a salt washed deck with a tropical cocktail in your hand. From Port Denarau and Modriki Island to Tamusua and the Blue Lagoon, ‘island hopping in Fiji’ has a rather nice ring to it, don’t you think? Diving and snorkelling are excellent activities to accompany Fiji holidays although kayaking, abseiling, beach volleyball and a few rounds of coconut bowls are all delightfully drier alternatives. Meeting local Fijians often leads to cooking classes, basket weaving and volunteer projects but there’s nothing like an invite to an authentic kava ceremony to really get your Fijian adventure started in style. Fiji beach time. Ok, let’s face it. You may never get to see this sort of scenery beyond your toes ever again which is why soaking it up is sometimes the only Fijian perspective that matters. Bring a book and read up on Fiji’s fascinating history or just sit on your arse and do absolutely nothing. This is your holiday and that tropical coastline deserves nothing other than your complete and utter undivided attention.

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Things not to do in Fiji...

Go on a massive cruise liner. Exhaust fumes, coral destruction and a general lack of transparency where environmental impact is concerned make massive cruise liners in Fiji about as welcome as Captain Cook at a beach barbecue. Many mangrove forests were felled to create the cruise liner marina in Denarau Port and as the majority of tourists head to the western islands of Mamanuca and Yasawa, other island economies, such as Taveuni, have next to nothing to show for it. Stay at an all-inclusive resort. What was Fiji like? Oh you know: five stars, private beach, spa rooms, swimming pools, yadda, yadda, you get the picture. Urm, no, I don’t actually. What was Fiji like? Oh, we had mango for breakfast. Mmm, I love mango. Me too! But what was Fiji like? Urm, dunno, lovely? Get out of the all-inclusive resort bubble and explore independently or with a local tour operator to truly find out what Fiji’s like. Just spend time with Wilson. Getting castaway on a beautiful Fijian island is going to be amazing, obviously, but if you choose to hang out at tourist bars or hotel restaurants then you might miss out on what Fijians do best: genuine friendliness. Visit a village and experience an authentic Yaqona ceremony or sit on a grass woven mat and chat to local people; Fijians are incredible and much better company than a resort volley ball.

Fiji travel guide