| One of the major draws of a vacation in Fiji is the | | | | two sets of tightly grouped islands, are popular |
| stunning South Pacific itself. The islands' unspoiled | | | | destinations for those who wish to go |
| coral reefs offer some of the best scuba diving | | | | "island-hopping," another popular activity amongst |
| locations in the world. Must-see diving locales in Fiji | | | | travelers in Fiji. Visitors can do this officially by signing |
| include the Rainbow Reef off the coast Tavueni | | | | up for a day-tour or can explore the islands |
| Island; the Great White Wall off of Fiji's mainland, Viti | | | | themselves by looking into private boats that ferry |
| Levu; and the Great Astrolabe Reef on the | | | | passengers from island to island. |
| northeastern side of Kadavu. The Scuba Bula Diving | | | | The Fiji Islands, like most of the islands in the South |
| Centre offers 22 different kinds of dives, giving | | | | Pacific, are formed from volcanic activity, and though |
| vacationers an opportunity to explore the lush marine | | | | these volcanoes stopped erupting thousands of |
| life and the crystal-clear waters of the South Pacific | | | | years ago, they have peppered the Fijian landscape |
| in a variety of different ways. Those looking for an | | | | with tall, rugged mountains that are perfect for |
| even more unusual diving experience will find what | | | | mountain-biking and hiking. Visitors can rent mountain |
| they're looking for at the Aqua-Trek Shark | | | | bikes and all necessary equipment from Stinger |
| Encounter, a unique adrenaline-pumping diving | | | | Bicycles in Nadi, Viti Levu. The Colo-I-Suva Forest |
| opportunity that brings divers into close proximity | | | | Park in the capital city of Suva is a must for |
| with eight species of shark and nearly 300 species of | | | | bird-watchers and those who wish to experience |
| fish (the death-defying nature of the dive is | | | | hiking trails in a sub-tropical rainforest. |
| tempered by the comforting accompaniment of | | | | For those less inclined towards outdoor adventure |
| certified shark experts). | | | | activities, Suva also offers endless landmarks and |
| The islands also offer ample opportunities for | | | | visit-worthy sites, as well as a throbbing night life. A |
| snorkeling, sailing, boating, kayaking and surfing. | | | | walk through the Suva Municipal Market is crucial for |
| Visitors can take one of the famous day-cruises off | | | | flea-market fans and a tour of the government |
| of Nadi (where Fiji's international airport is located) | | | | buildings fashioned after traditional Fijian huts a |
| such as the Beachcomber Day Cruise and the | | | | must-do for architecture buffs. And what Fijian |
| Castaway Island cruise and experience many of | | | | vacation would be complete without a little binging on |
| these aquatic activities in one fell swoop. The Lomgali | | | | the delicious local food of the islands? Fiji's multi-ethnic |
| Resort or the Takalana Resort even offer guests a | | | | cuisine tickles and confounds the taste buds with its |
| chance to swim in the sea alongside dolphins! | | | | unique fusion of Polynesian, Chinese, Indian and |
| Whitewater rafting up the majestic 60-kilometer | | | | European influences. In Suva, visitors might try Tiko's |
| Navua River in East Viti Levu is another option for a | | | | Floating Restaurant for excellent seafood, or Old Mill |
| water-soaked adventure; this excursion lasts a full | | | | Cottage (a lovely 19th century home converted into |
| day and takes rafters through stunning canyons and | | | | a restaurant) for hearty, homestyle cooking, or Maya |
| past majestic waterfalls. | | | | Dhaba for delicious Indian food. |
| Both the Mamuanca Islands and the Yasawas Islands, | | | | |