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6 Reasons Taveuni Is One of the Best Vacation Spots in Fiji

Located in the stunning South Pacific and surrounded by some of the world’s most beautiful water, the island nation of Fiji is certainly a dream vacation. Each of the inhabited islands in Fiji offers something different for visitors to explore and experience. From culture to topography, Fiji changes from place to place. But among the hundreds of locations people can vacation on these islands, some destinations simply stand out as the best vacation spots in Fiji. One of these special spots is the island of Taveuni.

#1: Taveuni Offers Some Spectacular Views

Taveuni has several points of elevation. Created by volcanoes long ago, the jungle-covered mountains and hills are the perfect place for a hike and offer an opportunity to see some of Taveuni’s unique plants. However, these hills have another exceptional feature – what you can see when the jungle clears and nothing obscures your line of sight. Where these higher points reach the coastline, they create beautiful cliffs and provide stunning views across the ocean. To look out from the Lavena Coastal Walk will leave you breathless, and to catch a sunset on Taveuni’s western coast is one of Fiji’s awe-inspiring experiences.

#2: Culture and Traditions Are Important

Taveuni is a fantastic place to experience the real Fiji. Here, local people still live in tight-knit villages where community comes first and tradition is paramount. At Raiwasa, we offer opportunities to explore and experience the island through tours, excursions, and traditional ceremonies. We want every guest on Taveuni to leave with a better appreciation for Fiji’s incredible culture.

#3: The Water Adventures Are Endless

Taveuni provides some of the best opportunities in Fiji to be out on the gorgeous, turquois water. A standout experience is snorkeling or diving on the Rainbow Reef, but gentle water along the Somosomo Strait provides guests the option to kayak, paddleboard, and take a swim, as well. As well, boat trips and guided fishing are available.

However, it isn’t only out on the South Pacific Ocean where visitors are charmed by Taveuni’s water adventures. You can head inland to the Tavoro Waterfalls to see a truly magical sight.

#4: A Short Flight from Nadi International Airport

The name “Fiji” can elicit visions of distant places and hard to reach destinations. However, modern air travel allows visitors to reach certain parts of the island nation without any difficulty. Taveuni ranks high on the list of best vacations spots in Fiji because of its proximity and frequent flights to Nadi International Airport.

Most travelers to Fiji first arrive at Nadi, and many choose to remain on Fiji’s tourist hub, Viti Levu. However, a short flight from the international airport is Taveuni, with less people, and in particular les tourists. Which brings us to the next reason visitors love Taveuni.

#5: Taveuni Is Less Touristy Than Other Islands

Even in high season, Taveuni exudes a calm and tranquility that is often absent on busier islands. The resorts here are fewer and farther between, which leads to other benefits such as less traffic, fewer people during the day and less light pollution at night. On Taveuni, it’s possible to, not only, find a beach to yourself, but enjoy some of the islands top spots without the constant bustle of a crowd. Of course, at Raiwasa we can promise that three acres of this serene island will be all yours.

#6: It’s a Destination Where Memories Last a Lifetime

Over the years the team at Raiwasa has discovered hundreds of reasons to fall in love with Fiji’s Garden Island of Taveuni. However, it’s our personal experiences and memories on the island that makes it our favorite place in the world. For our local staff, the island is home, and accompanied by the deep connection to family, love, friendship, and community. For our passionate owners, Taveuni is a second home. Some of life’s biggest and best events happened here, and we know more are in the future.

As our staff can attest, Taveuni is not only the vacation destination of a lifetime, but a place so special it will stay to your soul for the rest of your life.