Reasons To Visit Fiji
Fiji is considered the most multicultural of all the South Pacific countries. Today Indigenous Fijians make up 50 percent of the country's population, while Indo-Fijians make up 45 percent. Indo-Fijians are descendants of Indian labourers brought to the islands by the British in the nineteenth century. There are also small groups of Europeans, Chinese and other Pacific Island minorities.
Fiji, with its warm clear waters and its abundance of reef life offers some of the worlds most spectacular diving. Diving is the best way to discover Fiji’s richest diversity of fauna, with hundreds of species of magnificently coloured and fantastically shaped hard coral found within the reefs and protected lagoons as well as parrot fish, clown fish sting rays, barracuda and reef sharks.
Yaqona drinking otherwise known as Kava is a big part of Fijian life and is in fact the national drink. The Kava plant is an infusion prepared from the root of the pepper plant. It is also a mild narcotic and after a few drinks one may feel a slight numbness of the lips!
Kayaking is one of the fastest growing activities in Fiji. Sea kayaking is a great way to explore the many beautiful Fijian islands and river kayaking is an excellent way to discover the fascinating rainforests of the Northern Islands of Vanua Levu and Taveuni.
The Meke is a traditional Fijian dance performance that enacts local stories and legends. Men, women and children all participate in the Meke, which is a combination of dance and repetitive rhythmic chanting.
Snorkelling in Fiji is simply breathtaking! With its amazing coral reefs, diverse array of marine life and year round warm clear waters it’s something that you simply must try whilst visiting this fascinating destination.
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Arguably the most beautiful area of the Fiji archipelago, the Mamanuca and the Yasawa Islands stretch to the northwest of Nadi, Fiji’s capital and international airport.
Set on a 174-acre private tropical estate on Qalito Island in the Mamanuca chain, Castaway Resort is just 20 miles from the airport as the crow flies, but feels a thousand miles away. ...
Malolo Island Resort is located on the island where traditionally Fijians believe is where the sun sleeps. The island is relatively small but there are a few Fijian villages nearby...
Out of many incredible beaches in the Mamanucas, Matamanoa has arguably one of the best. Pure and pristine, this wide stretch of sand complements the laid-back, friendly resort. ...
Setting a new standard in the Mamanuca Islands, this recently developed resort offers luxurious accommodation, high class cuisine and the perfect environment in which to relax and...
Ringed by a glorious beach, Tokoriki Island Resort comprises just 29 thatched, air-conditioned seafront bures on a private island on the Mamanucas, facing west for the sunset and offering...
Wadigi Island is a unique and truly memorable private island experience, discreetly placed in the beautiful Mamanuca Islands. The island combines luxury accommodation, gourmet dining,...
Tucked amongst the palms of a remote island in the Yasawa chain, this resort has just 16 bures offering complete solitude and perfect luxury. Each room is fitted out in local timbers with...
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