Fiji

The Republic of The Fiji Islands as it’s officially known, is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean about 2000km northeast of New Zealand’s North Island. Its castaway nature is its main asset for visitors with incredible turquoise seas rich in soft coral and spectacular dive sites along with powder white sand beaches and ancient rainforest. There is a deep respect here for nature and eco-tourism is key. The Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands are home to some of Fiji’s most sought after resorts where you can go snorkelling with manta rays or chilling out in your boho chic bure overlooking an intensely blue lagoon.

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  Royal Davui Island Resort

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  Laucala Island Resort

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  Yasawa Island Resort & Spa

  Fiji

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  Laucala Island Resort

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  Royal Davui Island Resort

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Fiji has a tropical marine climate and is warm year round, though slightly cooler from May to October. Rainfall is variable and more frequent in the warm season. Humidity is also high between January and March.

Transport

Getting there and away

Centrally located in the mid-South Pacific, Fiji (along with Hawaii) is one of the main airline hubs of the region, and it's well serviced by international carriers. From Fiji you can fly to many of the Pacific Islands and almost anywhere around the Pacific Rim. Many people come on a round-the-world ticket or as a stopover between Australia or New Zealand and North America.

Most visitors to Fiji arrive at Nadi International Airport (NAN), situated 9km north of central Nadi. Nausori Airport (SUV) near Suva is used mainly for domestic flights; however, some flights to neighbouring South Pacific countries fly from here.

Getting to Fiji by sea nowadays is very difficult unless you're on a cruise boat or a private yacht. Fiji is a popular destination for yachties sailing around the South Pacific.

Getting around

By using local buses, carriers (small trucks) and ferries you can get around Fiji's main islands relatively cheaply and easily. If you'd like more comfort or are short on time you can utilise air-conditioned express buses, rental vehicles, charter boats and small planes.

With the exception of the Mamanuca and Yasawa Groups, and upmarket resort islands, often the only means of transport to and between the islands is by small local boats, especially for the backpacker resorts.

Health & Legal Requirements

Dangers and annoyances

Fiji is still a pretty safe place for travellers. When you're in Nadi or Suva, though, do not walk around at night, even in a group, as muggings are common. Locals catch cabs after dark in these cities and you should do the same. Don't hitchhike; while it's commonly done by locals, as a foreigner you're a sitting duck for muggers. As a precaution, use a money belt and keep your valuables in a safe place.

While it's unlikely that you'll be robbed, it does happen, so try to keep all valuables out of sight and lock your door while you're out or sleeping. Most resorts have a safe where you can store your money belt. You can also avoid becoming utterly destitute by stashing a small amount of cash or a couple of travellers cheques in a separate place to where the bulk is stored.

As you exit customs at Nadi airport, you'll likely be swarmed by touts who will do their best to get you into their shuttle van and on the road to their employer's resort. It's advisable to have at least your first night of accommodation booked, but if you're unsure of where you want to stay and want to avoid these mobs while you consider your options, head to the FVB desk.