- CapitalSuva
- CurrencyFijian dollar (FJD)
- LanguagesEnglish, iTaukei (Fijian), Fiji Hindi
- Main hubNadi (NAN)
- EntryVisa-free on arrival for many nationalities
- Drives onLeft
Fiji is the South Pacific's most accessible island nation, with direct flights from Australia, New Zealand, the US west coast and Asia into Nadi. Most visitors head straight out to the islands: the resort-rich Mamanucas are 30 to 90 minutes by boat, while the rugged Yasawas stretch further north with lodges for every budget.
Highlights
- Island-hopping by catamaran through the Mamanucas and Yasawas.
- Diving the soft corals of the Somosomo Strait near Taveuni, or shark dives in Beqa Lagoon.
- Village visits with a sevusevu (kava) ceremony.
- The Coral Coast on Viti Levu for families and road trips.
Read our Fiji island-hopping guide for routes and passes.
When to go
The dry season from May to October brings lower humidity and calmer seas. November to April is warmer and wetter, with cyclone risk mostly from December to March.
Where to stay in Fiji
Compare hotels, resorts and guesthouses with free cancellation on many rooms. Via Booking.com.
Landmarks map
Top landmarks
Mamanuca Islands
Fiji's closest island group to Nadi, with resorts, surf breaks and sandbars.
Yasawa Islands
A remote volcanic chain with backpacker lodges, boutique resorts and manta rays.
Tours & activities in Fiji
Day trips, cruises and guided experiences, many with free cancellation. Via GetYourGuide.
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