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Fiji consists
of 333 islands scattered over
42,000 square miles of ocean.
In the blue seas of the South
Pacific you will find these extraordinary
and beautiful islands. They are
a tropical wonderland inhabited
by a people who invented the true
meaning of hospitality.
Beach lovers will be in heaven
with the many miles of white sand
beaches. Surfers marvel at the
endless swells. You can kayak
through the maze of unspoiled
islands, hike through rainforests
dotted with breathtaking waterfalls,
angle for yellowfin tuna, marlin
and wahoo....or you can spend
your days doing nothing at all...
Fiji is well known to divers worldwide
as one of the most dreamed about
vacations. It's reputation comes
from what it has to offer. The
variety of soft coral is astounding.
Fed by the rich nutrients streaming
up from the Tonga Trench and influenced
by several major rivers, the reef
eco-system in the Fiji Islands
is noted for its complex nature.
In Fiji, however, you will see
any number of hard and soft coral,
sea fans, dense schools of fairy
basslets, schools of barracuda.
Other large creatures and pelagics
that can be seen include also
turtle, dolphin, mantas, and a
wide variety of sharks.
Fiji diving has something for
everyone. Whether you visit as
a snorkeler or novice diver to
enjoy Fiji's easy reef diving
or as an experienced diver enjoying
Fiji's exotic wall dives and big
fish action. Fiji has it all!
As the "Soft Coral Capital
of the World", Fiji's underwater
landscape must be seen to be believed.
Island Divisions
North
Vanua Levu, Namenalala, Taveuni,
Qamea, Laucala, Kioa, Rabi and
a series of smaller islets and
islands.
South
Pacific Harbour, Yanuca, Kadavu,
Beqa & Vatulele Islands
Coral Coast
The Coral Coast begins about 9
miles (15 kilometres) south of
Nadi town.
Central
Lomaiviti is the Fijian name for
a group of islands east of Viti
Levu - Ovalau, Levuka, Moturiki,
Makogai, Batiki, Narai, Gau and
a number of smaller islands and
islets. Also includes the eastern
coast of Viti Levu which sweeps
to its northernmost point is known
as Ra.
West
Nadi, The Mamanuca & Yasawa
Islands
The Mamanuca islands are a mini
archipelago about ten minutes
by air from Nadi or one hour by
ferry. The Mamanuca islands sweep
in an arc to the north west and
join the Yasawa chain.
Climate
Summer: 23 - 30°C 73 - 86°F
Winter: 20 - 26°C 68 - 79°F
Water Temp
Summer: 27 - 29°C 80 - 84°F
Winter: 25 - 27°C 77 - 80°F
Visibility 24 - 30+ m 80 - 100+
ft except during localized plankton
blooms.
Getting
There
Air Travel To Fiji
As the hub of the South Pacific,
Nadi International Airport is the
focal point of flights from Australia,
New Zealand, Japan, South Pacific
Islands, United States, Great Britain
and Europe via eastern or western
routes.
Air
Pacific is Fiji’s international
carrier that has direct flights
from Auckland, Christchurch, Brisbane,
Melbourne, Sydney, Honolulu, Los
Angeles, Vancouver and Narita (Japan).
Air
Pacific is a full partner of
the Qantas Frequent Flyer program
and has code-share arrangements.
Other
airlines that fly into Fiji are
Qantas,
Air
New Zealand, Korean
Air, Virgin
Australia
Domestic Air Travel
Fiji
has a selection of domestic air
transfer options. Domestic airstrips
and airports are located in Nadi,
Nausori, Mana Island, Labasa, Savusavu,
Taveuni, Vanua Balavu, Kadavu, Lakeba
and Moala. Most resorts have their
own helicopter landing pads and
can also be accessed by seaplanes.
Pacific
Island Air
Air
Pacific
Turtle
Airways
Northern
Air
Island
Hoppers Helicopters
Entry Requirements
Fiji welcomes visitors and to facilitate
easy entry, everything has been
done to make the process as pleasant
as possible. A valid passport for
at least three months beyond the
intended period of stay and a ticket
for return or onward travel is required.
Entry visas are granted on arrival
for a stay of 4 months or less for
nationals of:
Antigua
Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Columbia
Cyprus
Czechoslovakia
Denmark
Dominica
Estonia
The Federal Republic
of Germany
The Federated States
of Micronesia
Finland
France |
The
Gambia
Ghana
Greece
Grenada
Guyana
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Kenya
Kiribati
Latvia
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldovia
Monaco
Nauru |
New
Zealand
Netherlands
Nigeria
Norway
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Republic of Ireland
Republic of the Marshall Islands
Romania
Russia
Samoa
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent & The Grenadines
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Slovak Republic
Slovenia
Solomon Islands |
South
Africa
South Korea
Spain
Swaziland
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Tanzania
Thailand
Tonga
Trinidad
Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
United Kingdom
of Great Britain
Northern Ireland
United States of America
Uruguay
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Yugoslavia
Zambia
Zimbabwe |
Nationals of other countries require
prearranged visas, which can be
applied for at the nearest Fiji
High Commission in their respective
country. Visas may be extended on
application to the Department of
Immigration in Suva, Lautoka or
Nadi. It is necessary to have an
onward or return ticket and sufficient
funds. Those wishing to stay more
than six months should consult the
Department of Immigration.
Travel
Tips
Health Concerns
Fiji is free from malaria, yellow
fever and major tropical diseases
that are endemic to most tropical
countries. It has an effective medical
system in place although local people
still believe in the efficacy of
age-old herbal remedies. Fresh water
reticulated in Suva, Lautoka and
the other major towns has been treated
and is safe to drink from the tap.
This also applies to hotels and
resorts. Some resorts use artesian
water for bathing, but provide drinking
water separately. If this is the
case, visitors will be advised.
Vaccinations
Yellow Fever and Cholera vaccinations
are only required if coming from
an infected area as designated by
the World Health Organisation. Yellow
Fever vaccination certificate is
required for travellers over I year
of age coming from an infected area.
Credit Cards
Major credit cards are welcomed
by most hotels, restaurants, shops,
rental car agencies, tours, cruises
and travel agents. American Express,
Diners Club, Visa, JCB International
and Mastercard, are represented
in Suva. American Express and VISA
can replace lost credit cards and
travellers cheques.
Tipping
Tipping is not encouraged in Fiji
and it is left to the individual
to determine whether to make a gratuity.
Some resorts operate a staff Christmas
fund. Though tipping is not a local
custom, you will find local people
tipping.
Dress
Visitors to Fiji should bring a
light tropical wardrobe. Bathing
suits, shorts, T-shirts. Visitors
are asked to be careful not to offend
local sensibilities. Wearing bikinis
and ultra-brief, swimming costumes
is fine at the resort but not when
visiting villages or shopping in
town.
Banks
Banks in Fiji include The Australia
and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ),
Bank of Baroda, Habib Bank, Colonial
National Bank, Westpac Banking Corporation
and Bank of Baroda. Normal banking
hours are from 9:30am to 3:00pm
Monday to Thursday and to 4:00pm
on Friday. All banks are closed
on Public Holidays. ANZ operates
a 24 hour service at Nadi International
Airport’s Arrivals Concourse.
Telephone Service
Most hotels have direct dialling
facilities. Check with the operator
for long distance and international
charges, which may also be found
in the telephone directory. Please
note that the international country
IDD code for Fiji is 679. There
are no area codes. There is also
mobile phone service available.
You should be sure to check with
your provider before traveling to
Fiji.