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There are no museums or architectural monuments on the Islands of the Yasawa archipelago. You should visit the archipelago, if you want to enjoy the natural beauty, watch the sunset or see the diversity of the tropical marine world. A popular attraction among those who are keen on movies is Yasawa island itself. The famous movie «Blue Lagoon» was filmed here. Today you can get on a tour, where you will visit the shooting sites, see the beaches and lagoons where the action of the picture took place. It is highly recommended to visit the excursion to Sawa-i-Lau Island. Here you can see one of the few natural attractions of the archipelago – limestone caves. There are small underground lakes in the depths of the caves which will amaze you. There are caves near the beach, and locals believe that deities live here. Usually, the tour lasts for half a day and it includes a dive into underground lakes with a mask in addition to the actual inspection of the caves. Most often tourists are offered to visit Soso village. Here you can see the products of local artisans, buy crafts made of wood, and explore a small Church. You will have a unique chance to participate in a traditional feast, listen to national music and watch dances. The village regularly hosts themed performances, where you can learn more about the traditions and culture of the Fijians, see the rituals and even take part in them. Such events are held in the resorts, so you can join the culture of Fiji … Read further

Our guide to Yasawa

Advices for travellers

18.You should greet and eat only with your right hand. The left is considered unclean. 19.It is worth noting that there is an English type of 240 volts sockets with three holes-be sure to purchase an adapter. 20.You need a yellow fever vaccination. It is also desirable to be vaccinated against cholera, typhus, polio and hepatitis B. Tropical fever is carried by mosquitoes, so there should be mosquito nets … Open

Travel guide to Yasawa

Fans of scuba diving will be pleased with a visit to the island of Waya. Here they are welcome to try a very unusual entertainment. Coastal waters of the island are home to a large population of reef sharks, and experienced divers can swim with them. Despite the fact that such entertainment is quite dangerous, there are always many people who are eager to try it and explore the underwater world of this exotic … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

The selection of locally produced alcoholic beverages is also decent here. There is fairly high-quality wine, especially the valued red Meridian Moselle and Savannah Moselle. Good local beer is Carlton and Fiji Bitter, besides it is much cheaper than imported. Those who prefer stronger drinks should try Bounty Fiji Golden Rum or vodka Cossack. The Fiji gin and whisky Old Whisky Club are very high-quality products. … Open

Attractions and active leisure

You can visit the mysterious limestone caves and dive into the waters of underground lakes on Sawa-I-Lau Island. The guides conduct fascinating tours on the kayaks. You will visit a local village and get the opportunity to buy unusual souvenirs at the local handicraft market on Matavai Levu Island. Guests of the archipelago can also enjoy surfing, windsurfing, kayaking and yachting or you can go sailing or … Open

Top hotels with reviews

On the Viva island there is the resort with the category “adults only" - Viwa Island Resort. It is popular among fans of diving and snorkelling. The fact is that the immediate vicinity of the coast provides the incredibly marvellous coral reefs. The hotel offers a wide range of services on the organization of interesting leisure activities. You can rent all the necessary equipment for scuba diving. Tourists can … Open

Cultural excursion through Yasawa - things to see

You can go on a diving excursion and get acquainted with the marine inhabitants of the archipelago on Waya Island, including reef sharks, barracudas and large sea turtles. There is a mount peak on Wayasewa island. It is not very high, but the main thing is the opportunity to see the untouched beauty of the tropical thickets. Be sure to go snorkelling or diving at least once to see the underwater beauty of Yasawa. … Open

Overview of festivals and celebrations in Fiji

July and August in Suva are marked by the festival of hibiscus, which includes musical and sports events, carnival processions, fashion shows, and salutes. The culmination of the festival is a theatrical performance, during which a contest is held to crown Miss Hibiscus. The same event in Nadi coincides with the yacht race of Savusavu. The famous capital rugby tournament and the Festival of Methodist Choirs are held in August. The following week is devoted to a regatta in Mask-Cove. Already in September, off the coast of Sigatoka, yachting competitions are organized in Coral-Coast-Bilibili. Every year in Lautoka, there is a traditional sugar festival. The best Fijian and foreign artists come to the city to participate in the event, making the festival one of the most spectacular in the country. … Open

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