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Teresa is a Certified Tahiti Travel Specialist and works with the Tahiti Tourism Board making sure her guests enjoy a fabulous holiday in Tahiti.
Teresa lives on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. She's been a Travel Advisor for 20 years, specializing in tropical islands around the world but her true love is the South Pacific.
Teresa has traveled throughout the South Pacific Islands and is on a first name basis with many of the resort owners. She has visited Fiji 7 times as well as Tahiti, Australia and New Zealand. Her speciality is multi-country holidays. Her agency, Luxury Hideaways, is rated A+ with the Hawaii Better Business Bureau.
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Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"We had the absolute best person to plan our trip for us. Her name is Teresa. She knows everything about this part of the world and took care of every little detail and it was free!!!! I highly recommend her!"
- Anne
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"You were incredible!! I can't say enough how awesome of a job you did. I am a very deliberative person, and I was leery to a point because I didn't not have my hands in any of the scheduling/planning of the trip. So, I might have been on edge a few times until we got to the resort. I was very impressed with your service! So, thank you for all you did."
- Josh and Heather
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"We were trying to plan our honeymoon in Fiji and were so confused and overwhelmed by the number and variety of resorts there. But then we found Teresa! She is very helpful and knowledgeable about Fiji and several different resorts there. When we were specifically trying to decide between two resorts, Teresa was able to help us decide as she provided us with specific differences between the resorts. Whenever we had questions, she responded quickly, even with the huge time difference. We are excited to have finally booked our honeymoon! She sent us a package with helpful information and tips, such as what to expect upon arrival and items to pack. We are looking forward to our honeymoon and to continue working with Teresa."
- B Kurian
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"When we first started communicating with each other I wanted a Honeymoon that was going to be unforgettable and something that would be truly special, you certainly delivered plus more. Koro Sun was paradise on earth and of course we enjoyed the environment but what we loved the most was the staff and all the happy people we were surrounded by. We didn't know what to expect coming into Fiji but with all your wonderful planning and helpful notes we got through our entire Honeymoon with ease. Our Edgewater Bure was breathtaking and my wife literally had a grin from ear to ear since the moment I told her where we were going till our departure. You gave us an unbeatable capstone to our marriage and for that I can't thank you enough. Again thank you so much for helping me plan the honeymoon and it was a pleasure working with you."
- Devin & Jared Chambers
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Your help was AMAZING! I can not express how easy it was working with you when we were looking at different resorts and itineraries. You put so much effort into accommodating us- form budget to activities to an overall idea of what to expect in Fiji. We changed our minds several times and you were so tolerant, a real pleasure to work with. Your knowledge of the islands was a HUGE help in picking our honeymoon spot. I am not going to hesitate recommending you if any family or friends are looking to plan a vacation. Thanks again!"
- Chris
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Bula bula Teresa!
You provided my wife and I with outstanding personalized service in preparing our trip (that due to unexpected wedding budget overruns, we were unfortunately unable to take at that time). It was so outstanding that when my friend Mike said that he was planning his honeymoon to Fiji, I told him that he MUST contact you to plan a trip.
My wife and I still plan on getting to Fiji within the next 2 years, and I promise that you will be the first person that we contact for travel reservations and trip planning.
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- Bryan
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"I wanted to say again thank you this is absolutely amazing we are having a blast and the upgrade to the honeymoon bure was completely unexpected we have been treated amazingly and even got to fly to the island with the owner of the resort who was super nice to us. You were absolutely right about this place and I am so happy I found you thank you again!!!"
- Mark
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Thank you for the most amazing honeymoon! Wadigi was perfect in everyday! There are no words to express how incredible everything was (the food, the staff, the grounds, the accommodations...and everything in between!) We will definitely be back for our anniversary :-) Vinaka!"
- Bilal & Parisa
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Hello Teresa,
Thanks for your expert help in planning out trip to Tahiti.
After less than 48 hours after leaving Denver we are now at out beach bungalow at the Sofitel Hotel in Moorea Atoll.
The Air Tahiti flight from LAX was less than 8 hours and the service was incredible; 2 nice meals and great service.
Upon arrival in Papeete, Tahiti, we had the private car to the Ferry terminal and then a great ferry ride (30 min) to Moorea Atoll. We got here at about 10 am.
Staying at the Sofitel hotel…………..what can I say: it is French and the service is impeccable.
Your suggestion to spend our first few nights ‘on the beach’ was sterling………..here are pictures from out bungalow. Fortunately we got our bungalow at about 11 am and we went right into the water.
We snorkeled for about 2 hours and it was the very best !!! I bought a new GoPro camera and it is a life-renewing experience to be able to film under water like this, especially in crystal clear water!
Tomorrow we are on a 6 hour snorkeling tour to a ‘private island’ where we are to snorkel with manta rays and sharks..
What a hoot! So far, this is one of our very best trips ever (and we have been to 75 countries)
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- Walt Whatley
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"It's been more than a week since we've been back but I just wanted to let you know that we had a great time at Tahiti. Thank you for arranging our wonderful trip. My kids are already saying they wanted to go back.
Teresa, I wanted to thank you for you assistance for this wonderful trip.
Don't think we'll be going back to Bora Bora anytime soon, but we may seek your help for some of our future trips and cruises."
- Barry
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"We wanted to give you a summary of our Tahiti trip. In a word, just fabulous. We have never taken such a purely luxury, relaxing type of vacation in the past and it was an absolute delight.
Probably our favorite experience on the trip was the shark and manta ray feeding trip. I thought this would be somewhat hokey but it was great fun. Swimming with the sharks was a novel experience and even Debby with her limited swimming abilities had a great time. I was actually able to dive down and bat one of the lemon sharks on the tail. The mantas were like puppies in the way that they crowded around us, swimming over our shoulders in order to get to the food. We laid out the money for the video of the trip and its been the most popular picture of any trip that we have ever brought home. And we would recommend that anyone who goes to Bora Bora take the opportunity to eat at "Bloody Marys", a superb place to get the fresh seafood that we were looking for and it was very reasonably priced.
I could gush further but suffice it to say that it was a fantastic trip and just the type of relaxation that we needed at this busy time in our lives. Thanks for planning a wonderful trip for us!"
- Ken and Debby Richmond
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Hi Teresa,
Chris and I are back from our trip, and I just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed it!! The islands were beautiful, and each hotel worked out great!
Our beach bungalow at the Sofitel was the perfect location, close to the beach bar and looking directly out at the beach (#411). Just to give you some feedback, not complaining--The Sofitel was not as plush as I thought it would be and looked a little more worn. I thought the grounds would be more manicured and service a little better, considering the ranking it had. If we went back to Moorea, we would probably stay there again or recommend it to friends, because from other people that we met, it sounded like the Intercontinental there was similar and not necessarily a better option. The location was great though—near both the ferry dock and airport!
The Intercontinental Bora Bora and Thalasso Spa was spectacular!! The room was very tastefully done with beautiful finishes, our hut (110) was in the perfect location, very little construction noise if any, as I think most of the exteriors are finished, and every part of the property was so upscale. The water was so beautiful, and the resort was exactly as I hoped it would be! So glad we went there last!
We were able to meet up with friends from California who happened to be staying at the St Regis Bora Bora. We hadn’t seen them for over 20 years, so it was such a treat that we were all there at the same time. We didn’t realize there wasn’t a road that could easily connect both hotels, and a private water taxi would have been about $200, so we all met on the big island at Bloody Mary’s for dinner. Due to differing ferry location drop offs and times, we were only able to see each other for just over an hour, but it was great to catch up in person!
All of our transfers were so easy, and we were very well taken care of during each one, whether transport, ferry or by plane! Each of the vendors made it easy to find them, and they all had our information down correctly! That was a great feature of the trip!
Thanks again for all of your help with planning our vacation! We thoroughly enjoyed every minute!! Now back to reality...
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- Vicki Daltorio
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Hi, Teresa! Never got around to telling you how great a time we had in Hawaii. You did a great job! We enjoyed every minute, even the nerve-wracking Hana Highway. It all went smoothly, without flaw, and we have taken away with us precious and unforgettable memories.
Thanks again for your splendid assistance in helping us plan this vacation!
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- Jeffrey
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"Hello Teresa,
OMG! What a fabulous trip!
Where do I start?
Start with: how or who do we notify so we can share what a fabulous trip you planned for us?
The itinerary from start to finish was perfect! Airline tickets, all transfers both going and coming were spot on!
Moorea was the perfect island for our goals; romance, culture and beauty.
Manava Resort was an excellent selection. Pool, spa, beach, ocean all beautiful just sitting there waiting for us to choose. Over water bungalow was phenomenal!
Excursions were reasonably priced and wonderful experiences.
Oh, and Pearl Romance in town was exceptional! Mary really loved it!
Thank you Thank you! Our best vacation ever!
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- Steve Anderson
Testimonials from Teresa's clients:
"We had a fantastic time, a truly unreal experience! It is difficult to point out my favorite part of the trip as the 2 islands had such different vibes. My husband said he enjoyed Moorea better because we were not limited to one area, although he love the bungalows as well. Overall, we found the local people to be nice and helpful. Both resorts had amazing breakfasts!
We loved being able to rent a car on Moorea and explore on our own. The snorkeling off Temae beach was like swimming through an aquarium. We found that the food trucks or "roulottes" were absolutely delicious and inexpensive saving us a ton of money on lunches and some dinners. I felt that the Intercontinental resort here was a good location and not far from beaches and other areas of interest. There was a car rental agency and small market at the top of the hill of the resort which was super convenient to walk to and grab waters and small snacks.
Bora Bora was a whole different experience and vibe and the bungalow may have been my favorite part. We truly enjoyed being able to jump off our bungalow as we were at the end of tier 2. The Meridien was a very nice property and i am so glad we did the dinner plan as it again saved us a lot of money. My favorite part of this resort was the turtle sanctuary where we signed up to clean, feed and swim with the rescued turtles. I only wished I would have brought a go pro for the experience though.
I would love to visit French Polynesia again and check out the other islands! Hopefully it will happen but there are so many places in the world we have yet to get to, including Hawaii! Thanks for planning the trip and your help!"
- Tammy
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Best Time of Year to Visit Fiji
Explore > Travel Planning Articles > Best Time of Year to Visit Fiji
Date published:
2023-1-28
Sunset at Taunovo Bay, on Viti Levu.
Fiji is a tropical paradise...with weather to match! This luscious country is blessed with natural beauty both on the land and under the water.
Fiji wholesalers--and many of the resorts themselves--are very active when it comes to special offers, discounts, extra inclusions, etc., and
so these kinds of deals are changing all the time. Most websites aren't able to keep those specials up to date--there's just too many of them, and
they're changing and expiring all the time. At Visual Itineraries, we track the offers from the major wholesalers daily, and our
specialists have tools that show them all the available offers and discounts for a particular property instantly.
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See our complete list of travel specials for the islands of Fiji.
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You're going to fly into Nadi (pronounced "Nandi"), which is one of the two main cities in Fiji (the other being Suva).
Both of these cities are on the main island of Viti Levu. The tourist areas on this island where the hotels are are the Coral Coast, and
Denarau Island. Here, you'll mostly find traditional multi-room hotels, which are less expensive in general than the island resorts,
and tend not to have separate bures.
The Mamanucas (pronounced "Mamanoothas") are the chain of islands that starts just off the west coast at Nadi, and curves around to the northwest.
This is where you'll find many islands resorts with beach bures (including Liku Liku,
which has overwater bures). Some of these islands have just one resort on the entire island; some have 2 or 3. These islands are easy (and inexpensive)
to get to via a quick boat shuttle from Nadi, and tend to be moderately priced. Great snorkeling and scuba diving is very close by on the
Malolo Barrier Reef.
Just north of the Mamanucas is the Yasawa island chain. These islands have just a few resorts, very high-end, with lots of privacy,
stunning beaches, and very small numbers of guests per resort.
One of my favorites there is Yasawa Island Resort.
Fiji's second largest island is Vanua Levu, which sits to the northeast of Viti Levu. It's far enough away that you'll need to take an
island hopper flight out to your resort. It's very popular with scuba divers, and in fact Jacques Cousteau's son Jean-Michel Cousteau has a fantastic resort
there, called Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort.
The Somosomo Strait,
which separates Vanua Levu and the smaller island Taveuni, has many world-class dive sites.
Namale
and
Koro Sun
are two of the other more notable resorts on Vanua Levu.
Taveuni is popular with divers for the same reason Vanua Levu is--proximity to the fantastic soft coral gardens and walls in the Somosomo Strait.
Here, be sure to check out
Laucala,
Matangi, and
Qamea.
Beqa (pronounced "Benga") Lagoon is well known for shark diving--but, you don't have to be a diver to enjoy this area, as the
islands nearby (including Beqa Island itself) are home to some fantastic 5-star resorts, such as
Lalati and
Royal Davui.
TRAVEL SPECIAL: Namale Fiji Islands Resort and SpaVaka Mau Full Service Wedding Package From $999 USD  Set amidst 525 acres of breathtaking tropical beauty in Fiji’s northern island of Vanua Levu, Namale Resort & Spa is redefining all-inclusive. Our intimate, adults-only boutique setting offers a truly unique and authentically Fijian experience where your every request is met, every want anticipated, and every expectation exceeded. Catering to some of the world’s most exclusive clientele from actors Edward Norton and Russell Crowe to fashion icon Donna Karan and NBA Coach Pat Riley, our world-class staff is devoted to providing you an exquisitely luxurious experience unparalleled by any other all-inclusive resort in Fiji. At Namale, no two accommodations are alike. Each of our luxury bures (Fijian for home) and villas feature a unique and spacious layout and authentic Fijian design wrapped in five-star luxury. Focused on intimacy and seclusion, enjoy exclusive amenities like ocean views, personal pools, replenishable mini bars, and more in your very own private paradise. Set on a volcanic cliff overlooking the Koro Sea, our award-winning, 10,000 square foot spa is an island sanctuary devoted to your well-being and inspired by ancient wisdoms and healing traditions. Featuring oceanview massage rooms, an expansive hydrotherapy room with a waterfall massage, aromatherapy pools, and hot tub, you can choose from a diverse array of blissful treatments to balance your mind, body, and spirit. Learn more about Namale Fiji Islands Resort and SpaSay "I Do" in one of the most romantic tropical destinations in the world! A rare paradise set along 525 acres on a former coconut plantation, Namale offers couples an intimate, adults-only, naturally stunning location for one of the most important days of your entire lives. With a focus on bespoke service, Namale's wedding concierge works closely with you to bring your vision to life - while taking care of all of the smallest of details for you. Package Includes: - Wedding concierge - Choice of wedding venue - Welcome bottle of sparkling wine - Venue set up including: Traditional floral archway Floral aisle decor - Table set up for signing of papers including floral arrangement & bottle of sparkling wine for toast Church Minister or Civil Servant - Bride's Bouquet + Groom's Boutonniere - Wedding cake - Romantic private dinner for two on wedding night - Romantic turndown in bure night of wedding - Breakfast in bed the day after your wedding - Private lunch in a surprise location the day after your wedding
Typical airfares from LAX to Nadi, Fiji
Airfares vary by season, but also day of week, and are definitely affected by holidays.
The chart above shows the typical minimum and maximum fares for a economy class ticket from Los Angeles (LAX) to Nadi International Airport, by month.
We gathered this data in June 2016 from FareCompare.com.
TRAVEL SPECIAL: Toberua Island ResortToberua Island Resort 5 nights from 1,480 Per Person  You can participate in a wide range of activities or just relax and soak up the sun in the tranquil tropical atmosphere. Enjoy the crystal clear waters, fine dining, a Spa or dance barefoot under the stars to the gentle sounds of live Fijian music. You will never be short of things to do, with a low tide golf course, Spa, fishing, sailing, superb snorkeling and scuba diving, or lazing under a palm tree by the pool. You can be as energetic or as relaxed as you like. Learn more about Toberua Island ResortBathroom with showerCeiling fanCoffee/tea making facilitiesHair dryerHammockHot ShowerIn-room safeInternet WiFi access in roomMini RefrigeratorNon-smoking rooms availableTerrace/patioToiletriesWardrobeWork/writing desk Bed size: 2 single beds, 1 king bedRoom size: 40 m2
Best time of year to go to Fiji
If you're coming from North America, you should try to set out between late April to early June, or late July through August,
due to decreased fares on Air Pacific and Air New Zealand. June to October are the coldest and driest months in Fiji.
Cyclone season runs from November to April. Hotels and resorts offer low prices in February and March as most are vacant.
Average temperatures in Fiji
From May through November, Fiji's winter, temperatures are warm during the day--around 80 degrees Fahrenheit--and cooler at night and in the early mornings.
During the summer rainy season from November through April, temperatures can reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit with late afternoon showers.
Fiji offers a tropical climate with higher humidity and rain during the summer and lower temperatures with dry air in the winter.
However, the winds cause climate variances from island to island. Speak with your travel specialist about weather around your resorts.
Beachfront bures at Tokoriki Island Resort.
TRAVEL SPECIAL: Lalati ResortSIMPLE WEDDING – $500 USD  The magic and mystery of Beqa Island and Beqa Lagoon is captured at Lalati Resort and Spa. Romantic, all inclusive, and poised on a cobalt bay, Lalati Resort is your getaway for an all inclusive honeymoon, Fiji beach wedding, or intimate Fiji dive vacation. Throw open the front door of your private retreat each morning, to the spectacular colors of a Fijian sunrise. Dip into the warm tropical waters of Malumu Bay. Delight in the opportunity to explore every nook and cranny of Beqa's mystical island and surrounding seas. Chase the sunset, swim with seahorses. Prepare to be totally enchanted. Lalati is an affordable boutique Beqa Lagoon resort, with a staff waiting to welcome you into their hearts, and shower you with deluxe service and gourmet cuisine. Plan the all inclusive honeymoon of your dreams. Or a memorable tropical wedding, under an arch of brilliant island blooms, led by fierce Fijian warriors and firewalkers. Renew your vows, or enjoy a beautiful anniversary to remember. Learn to dive in Beqa Lagoon's nutrient rich waters, or plan an all-inclusive dive trip that will captivate even the most seasoned diver. Spend the day in one of the best Fiji spas. Plan your Fiji trip of a lifetime at Lalati Resort & Spa. Learn more about Lalati ResortPicture a beachfront wedding, all blues of the ocean and greens of the lush hillsides. The bride walks barefoot down a golden sand beach, escorted by fierce, traditionally clad Fijian warriors. Vows are said under a bloom enshrouded arch, to the gentle lapping of the waves on the shore. With the final “I Do’s” the joyful strains of a Fijian choir serenade with traditional wedding songs. This is a wedding in paradise, Lalati-style. Package includes: - Choice of Venues – Beach, Dock, Garden - Minister - Registry and wedding certificate (includes a decorative Tapa wedding certificate) - Floral Arch or draped canopy - Wedding Cake - Wedding Coordinator for 1 hour
What's a Bure?
A bure is technically the Fijian word for a wood and straw hut. In traditional Fijian culture, there was a vale,
which was the "family house", and then separate bures for the men to meet, eat and sleep.
Today, you'll find any kind of detached bungalow referred to as a bure. With the exception of the main island of Viti Levu, you'll
find that nearly all resort accommodations in Fiji are bures (the main island has a number of more traditional multi-room hotels).
Bures come in a number of "flavors": beachfront, garden, and even overwater bures (at Likuliku).
And Matangi has a romantic Treehouse Bure,
as does Koro Sun Resort.
TRAVEL SPECIAL: Musket Cove Resort"An Intimate Affair" Ceremony from $867 USD  Musket Cove reflects the rustic style and relaxed spirit of Fiji, with spacious, open-plan design. Arriving guests find a secluded and uncrowded island hideaway that captures the essence of Fiji. Tucked among coconut palms and tropical gardens or along our lagoon and beachfront, all accommodation offers a rich sense of privacy and tranquility. Upon arrival, guests are enveloped into the islands spacious surroundings, with 400 acres of tropical gardens, secluded walking trails and palm fringed beaches to explore. Musket Cove offers a truly Fiji barefoot island experience. With 170 warm, friendly Fijian staff waiting to welcome you to their island home. Find yourself a secluded and uncrowded island hideaway that captures the essence of Fiji. 55 air-conditioned open plan bures and villas tucked among coconut palms and tropical gardens, lagoon side or beachfront. All accommodations offer a rich sense of privacy, space and tranquility. Learn more about Musket Cove ResortLooking for that special place to forge your inseparable bond of marriage, but without the fanfare? Celebration for two or up to 19 family and friends. Plus catering, select a catering package, or dine off our a la carte menu. Package Includes: - Guided visit to mainland registry office - Upgraded WIFI access for Bride & Groom - Bottle of premium sparkling wine & exotic tropical fruit platter on arrival - Choice of venue for ceremony – chapel, beach, or island - Ceremonial table for signing the certificate decorated in palm leaves & tropical flowers - Tropical bridal bouquet - Boutonniere for the groom - Ceremony by minister or celebrant - Decorated private jetty or beach hut for wedding banquet - Romantic turndown in bure on wedding night - Choice of venue for ceremony – chapel, beach, island, set with café chairs & tropical flowers *Personalize your day with Bespoke accessories
Storms in Fiji
During the winter rainy season, afternoon showers occur with frequency. In the case of a tropical storm or cyclone, residents and travelers are relocated to safe areas.
Tropical storms during the rainy season are not uncommon: the last major cyclones to hit Fiji occurred in December of 2012, March of 2010, December of 2009, December of 2007 and December of 2003.
If it rains while you're there--then it's a perfect time to sit down with the locals and try kava,
a traditional drink made from the kava root. It's got a mild calming effect, and there's a little ceremony that goes with each sip you take--the locals
will be sure to teach you. It tastes a bit like dirty water, with a bit of a sparkling edge to it...but it's an experience you really should try while you're there.
A little inclement weather might encourage you to forgo a snorkel trip and experience a Lovo:
it's a traditional Fijian feast,
a bit like the Hawaiian luau, complete with a pig roasted in an underground oven, wrapped in banana leaves. Often this will be combined
with the Meke, which is a traditional story-telling dance performance, with an orchestra performing on percussion instruments.
Water temperature, SCUBA diving in Fiji
Fiji has warm water temperatures year-round although thin wetsuits are recommended for deeper dives.
In the northern islands of Vanua Levu and Taveuni, the rainy season (November through April) has a much greater effect and if you really want to dive that area, you'd
be advised to stick to the dry season. In the Mamanucas, Beqa, and on Viti Levu it's not nearly as much of a concern, and diving and weather in general is pretty nice all year round.
Popular dive areas:
- the Black Forest--ancient black coral trees, diverse assortment of fish and marine life, near Wananavu Beach Resort
- near Taveuni you'll find The Ledge, The Great White Wall, Jerry's Jelly, and Annie's Bommie; nearby resorts include
Qamea,
Laucala,
Matangi,
Taveuni Palms,
Paradise Taveuni,
Maravu,
and Taveuni Island Resort
- the Great Astrolabe Reef is near Kadavu Island, and this is considered to be the largest living organism in Fiji,
with tons of varieties of hard and soft corals and diverse marine life; it's about 40 miles from the major resorts at Beqa Lagoon
- Naiqoro Passage has both a wide variety of coral plus schools of sharks and barracuda
- Beqa Lagoon, near Beqa Lagoon Resort,
Lalati, Royal Davui, and Shangri La, is known for shark encounters as well as brightly colored coral, and is considered one of the best lagoons for diving in the South Pacific
- in the Mamanucas, you'll find gorgeous corals, some sharks, and plenty of colorful fish and marine life, especially around the Malolo Barrier Reef;
popular sites include Supermarket, Salamander shipwreck, Plantation Pinnacles, and Magic Island; there are many resorts in the Mamanucas to choose from
Wherever you dive in Fiji, I'll bet you'll be impressed with the diversity and density of undersea life.
While the Somosomo Strait gets a lot of attention for the soft corals and wall dives,
and Beqa Lagoon gets a lot of attention for its sharks, there's tons to see on the Malolo Barrier Reef, next to the Mamanuca islands--and
it's mostly at shallow depths...great for newer scuba divers and snorkelers.
TRAVEL SPECIAL: Matamanoa Island ResortMatamanoa Island Resort 5 nights from 1,285 per person  Matamanoa Island is an intimate and secluded Fijian Resort. We are set in the beautiful Mamanuca Islands of Fiji approximately 30 kilometres west of the Nadi International Airport. One Island – One Resort. With only 47 rooms, Matamanoa is for those who dream of peace and tranquillity. Come ashore and experience a true gift of nature. Matamanoa is 4-star deluxe adults only with a minimum age to visit of 16 years. The Island boasts a volcanic cone jutting out of the azure waters of this marine sanctuary. Clad with native bush and palm trees, the brilliance of the vegetation contrasts magnificently with the white curved sandy beaches and coral reefs. Combined with nature, we have created a haven for those who want to relinquish the pressures of a busy lifestyle. Matamanoa allows you complete days of rest or a wide range of leisure activities and cultural excursions: swim in the infinity pool and soak up the vista; or snorkel in the beautiful Pacific Ocean; try your hand at tennis or sip a long cocktail at the bar as the sun sets; experience the unique treetop spa and be massaged with the scent of exotic aroma oils, a truly heavenly experience. Discover the magic of this beautiful Island and make new memories. Learn more about Matamanoa Island ResortSet among tropical gardens and close to all amenities the Resort Rooms are always popular. Traditional wooden art and carvings have been used in the Resort Rooms to give you a true sense of Fiji.
How we work with you to plan the perfect trip:
- We'll talk with you to find out what you're looking for, what you like/don't like, etc.
- We'll use our first-hand knowledge of the destination to pick out a handful of resorts we think you'd like
- We'll create a custom mini website for you, with photos, videos, maps, etc. of the resorts we are recommending
- We'll follow up with you to help you make your decision
- We'll go to work with our suppliers to get you the best deal available on what you've decided on.
Map of all Resorts in Fiji
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About the author, Michael Cottam
Founder of Visual Itineraries, Michael lives in Bend, Oregon. He's an avid traveler, scuba diver, photographer, and a private pilot,
and also the founder of Bright Yonder.
He's been a Rotarian for 20 years, currently on the board of the Greater Bend Rotary Club.
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