With more than 300 islands in the Fiji archipelago, it's difficult to decide which one, or ones, travelers want to visit on a week or two vacation. Ideally, an intrepid traveler could spend months exploring the different island chains. But most have limited time (and budgets!), so these series of "which island is best" hopefully will help sort out what each island, or island groups, has to offer.
Traditional Fiji - Adventurous Kadavu |
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Kadavu will transport you back to a traditional Fijian life. Cascading waterfalls and lush tropical forest have earned it the reputation as one of Fiji's most ruggedly beautiful islands. It is remote and truly untouched. Kadavu is home to the third largest reef in the world, the Great Astrolabe, which stretches all the way across the entire eastern side of the island and offers some of the finest diving in all of the Pacific. The reef' s outer drop-off is over a mile!
An actual group of islands, Kadavu (the main island of the group) is Fiji's fourth largest island. Its interior is truly untamed - there are no roads leading into or around the island, so all transport is via boat. Kadavu is located approximately 60 miles (100 km) south of Fiji's main island, and is only accessible by regularly scheduled flights out of the main airport (Nadi) or secondary airport (Suva).
Activities - Something for Everyone |
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Kadavu Island is truly an adventurer's paradise. The rugged and remote location offers guests a plethora of exciting experiences. Here's a list of some of the great activities you can enjoy on Fiji's "Adventure Island."
Diving The Great Astrolabe
Snorkeling
Saiing lessons and charters
Sea Kayaking
Big Game & Sport Fishing
Waterfall Hikes
Rainforest Treks
Cultural village excursions
Bird Watching
Surfing
Medicine Man walks
Sunset Sails
Kadavu Island is best suited for ...
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Kadavu's rugged interior and coastline, and remote, untouched location offers much to adventure minded individuals seeking a different kind of "tropical vacation." It is best suited to:
Divers - from beginning to advanced
Adventurers - both soft adventure and full on adventure
Active Honeymooners seeking a more adventurous/remote experience
Kayakers (both day kayaking and week-long adventures)
People interested in big game fishing
Surfers
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Recommended Resorts |
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There are not a lot of resort options on the island of Kadavu, but those available offer intimate service and comfortable accommodations that are really "away from it all." Here are some recommendations:
Matava Eco Resort
Papageno Resort
Dive Kadavu
Nagigia Surf Resort | | |
