By Shannon Mawer (Tourism Fiji)
An archipelago made up of 333 islands, that are as beautiful as ever, Fiji has something for the food lovers, the fitspo and the adventure junkie alike. We’ve rounded up our favourite Insta-worthy spots that’ll get you chasing sunsets, caves, and regardless of TLC telling you otherwise, waterfalls. Snap a pic in these hot spots and we guarantee you’ll get your pals double-tapping.
Cloud 9
Surrounded by turquoise waters and equipped with a full surround sound system to get you grooving, Fiji’s ‘floating paradise’ definitely lives up to expectations when it comes to getting your picture perfect ‘gram. The two-level floating platform is fitted out with a fully stocked bar and an Italian wood-fired pizzeria to snap your #foodstagram after exploring the marine life.
Malamala Beach Club
Say ‘Bula’ to the white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of the world’s first Island beach club. Only a 25-minute boat ride from Port Denarau, situate on a day bed with a cocktail in hand, take a dip in the picturesque infinity pool with a cracked coconut or indulge in some Asian and Pacific inspired a-la-carte delicacies, all of which will get your followers snatching up the next flight out.
Sawa-i-Lau Caves
Have your go-pro at the ready for the country’s best kept secret. The bucket list experience, tucked away in the heart of the Yasawa Islands adorns saltwater pools that are made among hollowed-out limestone. If you’re a bit of a thrill-seeker, your tour guide can show you through an underwater tunnel that leads to a secret cavern. You’ll need a a torch and a fair bit of courage but the thrill of discovery and the perfect lighting for ‘that’ shot is hard to beat.
Tavoro Waterfalls
When the falls are this good, we can’t help but chase them! Bouma National Park on Taveuni Island is home to the well-known Tavoro Waterfalls, three pristine falls that’ll get your followers swooning. Surrounded by lush green jungle, you can lunge into the largest waterfall just a short 10-minute walk from the entrance or embrace your inner #fitspo and embark on a three-hour return hike to pass all three falls. When you get to the third, you’ll be welcomed by hundreds of prawns so make sure you’ve packed your snorkel!
Monuriki (Castaway Movie Island)
After stepping foot on the strikingly beautiful set of the 2001 Oscar-nominated film, ‘Castaway’, we don’t understand why Tom Hanks wanted to leave so bad. The volcanic island that’s uninhabited spans 1km in length and 600m in width and is covered in rugged rock faces, lush tropical foliage and surrounded by unscathed reef. Nestled in the Mamanucas, get your selfie stick ready because this is one postcard-looking backdrop you won’t want to miss capturing.
Kokomo Island Resort Pontoon
They say it’s not about the destination, but the journey there; and in this case, it couldn’t be more accurate so strap on your snorkel because the most ‘grammable pontoon is just a short swim away from the shores of Kokomo Island Resort. Surrounded by pristine coral reef, it’s worth investing in a waterproof case to capture Kokomo’s incredible marine life as you paddle out to lounge in the middle of the ocean.
Sunset Dinner Cruise
What better backdrop than endless ocean and a #nofilter sunset to get your followers fantasising? Jump on board one of the largest sailing catamarans in the Southern Hemisphere as Captain Cook Cruises takes you on a sunset cruise you won’t forget. Once you’ve got your shot, lay back and relax with a cold one as you take in the breath-taking views of the Mamanuca Islands. Then watch on as you’re treated to traditional cultural entertainment before dining on an incredible buffet-style dinner.
Picnic on a sand cay
Pop a bottle of your favourite tipple at a deserted sand-cay, paired with a tropical picnic, stunning views, serene surrounds and remoteness to die for. Only a 7-minute boat ride from Royal Davui you’ll find the iconic Beqa Lagoon sand cay. Whether it’s a romantic date, an afternoon of relaxation or a picnic with your gal pals, this is an activity for the books (or the ‘gram grid shall we say).
COMO Laucala Island
COMO Laucala Island boasts a 25-metre glass pool that looks like something straight out of a movie set and serves as the resorts main pool and is surrounded by another 4-level lagoon-style rock pool. Set amongst coconut plantations, turquoise waters and lush green landscape, the island resort boasts 25 glamorous versions of traditional Fijian dwellings, each equipped with their own private beach, so guests aren’t short of a photo opportunity. You don’t need to look far to find the top-notch reviews and picture-perfect snaps but don’t just take our word for it.