Fiji's Top Attractions and Activities

Fiji Museum

This small, vibrant museum in the heart of Fiji houses over 3,700 years of island history, sculpture, and traditions. Among the galleries and halls of this local treasure, visitors can find a well-preserved example of the country's heritage. This unassuming destination has everything for everybody, whether it's the amazing 100-year-old Ratu Finau, ancient arms of war, or the tale of cannibalism. Though archeological objects and other items are prominently displayed and clearly labeled, visitors say the technology-free Fiji Museum is purely no frills but well worth a visit. 

The Fiji Museum is located in the Suva’s Botanical Gardens. It is open from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and costs FJD10.

Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple

The Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple is the southern hemisphere's largest Hindu temple, a wildly vibrant and ornate building reflecting a Dravidian architecture theme seldom seen outside of India. In reality, the temple's most remarkable features, such as its detailed wooden deities and intricate ceiling frescoes, were painted and carved by Indian artisans.
A visit here is a must for those interested in experiencing Fiji's religious, educational, and architectural diversity. The temple complex is divided into three parts, with the main temple housing the deity Murugan, to whom the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple is dedicated. 

The Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple is located at the southern end of Queens Road, the main road that runs through Nadi. Be sure to dress conservatively for your visit (or borrow a sarong at the entrance) and remember to remove your shoes.

Levuka Historical Port Town

Levuka Historical Port Town, situated on Ovalau Island's beachfront and at the base of an extinct volcano, was a significant outpost for American and European colonists during the 1800s. Today, the UNESCO World Heritage site is home to a self-sufficient tribal community and serves as a tourist attraction. 

Levuka is situated on Ovalau's eastern coast, some 22 kilometers from the island's airport, Bureta. It's a lush tropical volcanic island about 100 square kilometers in size, surrounded by massive coral reefs. The island has a population of about 8000 people, with approximately a quarter of them residing in town. The vast majority are indigenous Fiji Islanders, with the rest made up of part-Europeans, Chinese, Indians, Rotuman, Solomon Islanders, Gilbertese, among others.
The largest island of the Lomaiviti Group, which includes the islands of Namena, Makogai, Koro, Wakaya, Batiki, Nairai, Gau, and Ovalau, is Ovalau. The islands are the tops of extinct deep-sea volcanoes that erupted millions of years ago. 
The admission is free. 

Sabeto Valley

Nadi, with its bustling markets and never-ending action, can be a fascinating city for learning about Fijian culture. But every now and then, you just need to get out of town and head into the countryside. Go to a destination of wide-open spaces and a slow speed of life. The Sabeto Valley provides a nearby escape that is one of the most famous day trips from Nadi for travelers who need a break from the city but still want a bit of adventure. This green valley at the foot of the highlands is a trip to rural Fiji, located 15 minutes north of the capital.t element

The Sabeto River flows its way down from the heavily forested interior, carving a valley dotted with traditional settlements along the way. The Sabeto Valley mud bath is a famous attraction in the Sabeto Valley. The locals claim that the mud in this pool has natural healing powers, so you immerse yourself in it and allow it to cake your body. 

How to Get There

Sabeto Valley is roughly a 15 to 20 minute drive north of Nadi. The best way to get there is by car, and most tours provide necessary transportation to and from the valley and other attractions.

Sawa-i-Lau Caves

These picturesque ancient limestone caves are situated on Sawa-i-Lau Island in the Yasawa island chain, which is also home to the popular Blue Lagoon. The caves have been carved by constant wave action and are regarded as the last resting spot of the ancient Fijian deity Ulutini.
They can now be visited for a one-of-a-kind diving experience. The first cavern is lit by natural light and has a deep pool of water that is just a few degrees colder than the water in the Pacific Ocean outside. Swim in the cave's calm waters to see the otherworldly limestone formations. 

Depending on the tide, the second cave can only be reached by swimming into an underwater tube. Because of their majesty and meaning, Fijians refer to the caves as the "heart of the Yasawa." 

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