Stay at 4 tropical Fiji Islands, 1 Mamanucas & 3 in the Yasawas, at resorts from Beachcomber, Barefoot Kuata, Octopus, Blue Lagoon and more. Snorkel with the Sharks, visit the Sawa-I-Lau Caves, swim with the Manta Rays and relax on Modriki Island where Tom Hanks filmed “Cast Away”.
The Fiji Discovery package suits any budget as these packages use the 1 and 2 coconut rating system – 1 being more basic, and 2 being more luxurious.
The Full Monty version of the package means, all your activities are already planned and paid for so there are no hassles when you get to Fiji!
Full Monty is only available for 1 or 2 coconut level packages. We have already chosen the resorts you will be staying at based on our own personal experiences, we know which ones are best.
Highlights for the Fiji Discovery
- Visit the famous Blue Lagoon region
- Great variety of island locations
- Fantastic diving and snorkelling spots
- Swim with manta rays (seasonal)
Full Monty Inclusions (Available with 1 & 2 Coconut package options)
- ‘Seaspray’ Sailing Adventure – Visit Mondoriki Island featured in Tom Hanks’s Movie ‘Cast Away’, including beers and lunch.
- Reef snorkelling at Naqalia
- Swim with manta rays – from Barefoot Manta, Mantaray Resort (seasonal May – October)
- Swim with the sharks at Barefoot Kuata
- Hand-line fishing
- Island massage – Mantaray Resort and Long Beach
- Sawailau Caves trip
- Blue Lagoon snorkel trip
- Mai Yasawa souvenir photo book
- Free Awesome Adventures Sulu or cap
Note: Full Monty activities are available only at certain resorts. Where you stay determines the activities that you can select.
Daily Departures / Return Times
Departs Denarau Marina at 8:30am for Octopus Resort
Departs Denarau Marina at 8:30am, 9:00am, 12:15pm or 3:15pm for South Sea Island and Bounty Island
Arrival at to Denarau Marina at 5:45pm
Fiji Discovery Itinerary
Day 1 & 2
Just 30 minutes after departure we’ll have you on the beach at South Sea Island and in 40 minutes on the beach at Beachcomber! Sand between your toes, cold drink in hand – it’s straight into relaxing on the island and perhaps spend an afternoon on the beach.
Accommodation:
1 Coconut: South Sea Island (Dorm)
1 Coconut: Beachcomber Island Resort (Private Lodge Room)
2 Coconut: South Sea Island (Dorm)
2 Coconut: Beachcomber Island Resort (Oceanfront Bure with fan)
Full Monty: Seaspray Day Sailing Adventure aboard the classic schooner ‘Seaspray’ sailing the outer Mamanuca Islands. Enjoy the crystal clear water for snorkelling and swimming, a traditional Fijian village visit and Kava ceremony (except Sunday). Visit the island featured in the Tom Hanks movie ‘Cast Away’. Morning/afternoon tea, a barbecue lunch and all beverages including beer and wine are provided. It’s a stunner.
Inclusions:
South Sea Island: Mobile Phone Coverage, Swimming Pool, Generator Power
Bounty Island: Hot Water, Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power, Wi-Fi, Swimming Pool
Day 3 & 4
Time to head for the Yasawas with a short boat transfer on the ‘Yasawa Flyer’ to the southern end of the Yasawas where the islands are dominated by stunning mountains.
Accommodation:
1 Coconut: Wayalailai Ecohaven (Dorm or Private Lodge/Bure with Twin/Double)
2 Coconut: Barefoot Kuata Island (Deluxe Dorm (shared facility) or Premium Safari Bure (ensuite) with Twin/Double)
2 Coconut: Octopus Resort (Dorm 7 bed (aircon, shared facility)/ 4 bed (ensuite) or Private Bungalow/Gardenview Bure (ensuite) with Twin/Double)
Full Monty: Wayalailai Ecohaven – Guided Summit walk, snorkel with the sharks. Barefoot Kuata – Snorkel with the sharks AND guided snorkel. Octopus – Guided summit walk or Fijian cooking lesson.
Inclusions:
Wayalailai Ecohaven: Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power, Wi-Fi, Hot Water.
Barefoot Kuata Island: Hot Water, Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power, Swimming Pool.
Octopus Resort: Hot Water, Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power, Swimming Pool, Wi-Fi.
Day 5 & 6
Mid-morning transfer to the central area of the Yasawas with beautiful beaches, friendly Fijians and totally relaxed surroundings. From May to October here is where you will have the chance to swim with the Manta Rays. They are wild animals so whilst usually present at this time there are no guarantees but if you are lucky enough to see them then it’s amazing!
Accommodation:
1 Coconut: White Sandy Beach Resort (Dorm 32 bed (shared facility) or Beachfront Bure (ensuite) with Twin/Double)
2 Coconut: Botaira Beach Resort (Deluxe Dorm or Bure with Ensuite with Twin/Double)
Full Monty: Swimming with the Manta Rays (May to October), snorkelling at the reef sites (November to April)
Inclusions:
White Sandy Beach: Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power, Wi-Fi.
Botaira Beach Resort: Hot Water, Mobile Phone Coverage, Generator Power.
Day 7 & 8
Cruise on up to the Nothern Yasawas, the stunning Blue Lagoon region – scene of the famous Brooke Shields movie. Enjoy island walks, magnificent beaches and coral. Hit the beach at sunset and watch for flying fish. The next day go snorkelling in the Blue Lagoon and enjoy the beautiful Sawa-I-Lau Caves where a short underwater swim takes you into the surreal underground cavern. The rest of the day is yours to chill.
Accommodation:
1 Coconut: Gold Coast Resort (Dorm 6 bed air-conditioned or Bure with Twin/Double)
2 Coconut: Blue Lagoon Resort (Dorm 8 bed air-conditioned or Bula Lodge Room with Twin/Double)
Full Monty: Sawa-I-Lau Caves trip; Blue Lagoon Resort: Blue Lagoon snorkelling trip by boat OR handline Fishing; Gold Coast Resort: Snorkel trip to Honeymoon Island OR village visit.
Inclusions:
Gold Coast Resort: Mobile Phone Coverage, Solar Power, Generator Power.
Blue Lagoon Beach Resort: Hot Water, Mobile Phone Coverage, Solar Power, Generator Power, Wi-Fi, Swimming Pool.
Day 9
You’ll have the morning free then board the Flyer for the scenic cruise back down through the Fijian piece of heaven called the Yasawas.
Meal Plans ($FJD) compulsory, to be paid directly to the resort.
2 Coconut
Southsea Island: Meals are Included
Beachcomber: $176
Barefoot Kuata: $198
Octopus Resort: $218
Botaira Resort: $220
Blue Lagoon Resort: $218
Coconuts Ratings
Three different levels of accommodation are recognized in the Yasawa Islands to suit different travelling styles and budgets, from those happy with the bare essentials to those looking for more creature comforts. Through our own local grading system of 1, 2 and 3 Coconuts, you can personally select a style that suits you.
1 Coconut: Backpacker
Dorm and bures. If you need a hairdryer, these are not for you. Resorts are typically basic but on a beautiful beach. Usually, there is no hot water but the local water supply is tepid. Bring your own towel, soap and other necessities. Most of these resorts are run by Fijians who love hosting and sharing their lives with guests.
2 Coconut: Backpacker to Flashpacker
Dorm and bures. Generally most of the modern properties with a higher standard of accommodation and amenities than 1 Coconut properties but still with a strong Fijian flavour. There’s aircon or fans during generator operating hours. Meals are generally more varied with more courses.
General Notes
Group travel:
These packages are not organised group travel. Booking a package simply means that you can book your accommodation, transfers and activities in one easy itinerary.
Sundays:
Sundays are a day of rest and churchgoing in the Yasawas. This means that conducted activities are not on offer, however; you are free to do activities on your own. In most villages, you will be welcome to join the church service and we recommend you do – it’s an amazing experience! When travelling on a Full Monty package, your activities will be arranged around this.
Free coach pick-ups:
We are more than happy to pick you up from your accommodation on the day of departure for the transfer to Denarau Marina. All you need to do is advise us on where you are staying. Denarau Marina is approximately 20 minutes from Nadi Airport. Complimentary Nadi airport/ Nadi hotel/Denarau hotel coach transfers for packages.
Where you stay/right to substitute properties:
When you book any multi-island stay package in the 1 and 2 coconut categories, Awesome Adventures Fiji reserves the right to substitute the property for a resort of a similar standard to the original booked. Most of the resorts in the Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands are quite small and capacity is limited. Where we specify particular resorts, chances are, you will stay at that resort but on occasions, they may be at full capacity on the dates that you want to stay there.
