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Fiji

Fiji is an unspoiled, natural environment of extreme beauty where a tranquil, unhurried life-style reigns. This group of over 300 islands lies approximately 1,800 miles northeast of Austrailia and has largely escaped the industrialization of the outside world. These South Pacific islands offer visitors the chance to experience diverse sights and sounds and while Fiji offers a feast for the eyes, it is the culture and people which truly set Fiji apart.

Viti Levu (Great Fiji) is Fiji's largest island with an area of approximately 6,600 sq. miles and contains nearly 75% fo Fiji's total population. The main resort area of Viti Levu is the Coral Coast in the south-west portion of the island. Vanua Levu is the second largest island in the archipelago and is slightly larger than half the size of Viti Levu. Vanua Levu, along with Taveuni and its outer islands, comprise the northern group of islands, and are more lush and tropical than the rest of the chain of islands which make up Fiji. The Mamunucas (mama-nuthas) is a group to the north, these islands are largely charicterized by a dryer climate and offer magnificent white-sand reef-fringed beaches, as well as some of Fiji's most deluxe resorts.

Throughout Fiji, a number of outer-island resorts offer an extremely secluded experience. Most of these resorts contain no more than 15 individual hut-style accommodations, known as bures (bu-rays).

Things to do around Fiji

Fiji's main island Viti Levu, offers a variety of interesting sights and attractions which make wonderful day excursions or simply something to pass a few hours while waiting for a flight. Each of teh attractions listed below can be booked by any Nadi or Coral Coast hotel and many offer airport pick-up.

Shotover Jet
Shotover Jet provides one of the most exciting boat rides you'll ever experience. Specially designed jet-boats shoot through mangrove swamps at high-speed and perform astonishing manuvers. A "must do" when time permits.

Garden of the Sleeping Giant
Picnic or stroll through the private orchid collection of famed American actor Raymond Burr. This beautiful setting offers acres of gardens boasting one of the most extensive orchid collections open to the public.
Free admission

Kula Ecopark
Set in a tropical rainforest, the park is a microcosm of FIji's natural flora and fauna. The park is used for the captive breeding of endangered species of Fiji.
Free admission

Denarau Golf and Raquet Club
This 18-hole, par 72 course is on the grounds of the Denarau Resort, just 20 minutes from Nadi. The course was created from a mangrove swamp and has water hazards on 15 of its 18 holes. The fully equipped golf and tennis pro shop can set you up with everything you need to enjoy golf in paradise.

Frequently asked questions about Fiji.

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