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Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple: Nadi is the home to the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere and is a 'must stop' for visitors wishing to experience the cultural and architectural diversity for which Fiji is well known.

The three-part Sri Siva-Subramaniya temple is dedicated to the deity Murugan whose statue, specially carved in India, is housed in the main temple. The second part of the complex is Ganesh temple, while the thirds section is the Meenakshi and Shiva Temple.

The intricate craftsmanship of the individual statues within the temple is the work of eight craftsmen brought to Fiji from India. The height, weight, and width of each design has a specific religious meaning and the main sanctum of the building has been built to conform to the size of the statue it will house so that the correct vibrations are present for devotees during prayer.

The traditional Dravidian architecture of the temple is rarely seen outside Indian, and is , according to traditions, laid down thousands of years ago. If you decide to visit this unique structure, please remember this is a Holy Hindu Shrine and show the appropriate respect.

Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple
The Church of Saint Francis Xavier: High on the hill overlooking the dusty Kings Road on the north-western side of Fiji's main island of Viti Levu is a theologian's enigma.

Astride a village green and unable to be seen from the road is a stone church of distinctly European design that looks a little worse for wear form the outside but houses one of Fiji's most surprising modern treasures.

The Church of Saint Francis Xavier at Navuibutu was officially dedicated in 1917 after a decision was made to shift from the original mission site in 1895. This followed the arrival of the Marist missionaries to the area in 1889, and the establishment of a Catholic presence in the Ra province in 1870.

While the church looks traditionally European from the outside, the use of mats instead of pews for parishioners gives it a Fijian village flavour.

The Church of Saint Francis Xavier
Colo-i-Suva Forest Reserve, Suva, Viti Levu: Offers 6km of trails through rainforest less than 20 minute drive from Suva. The area has several small waterfalls, indigenous flora, bird life, scenic lookouts. However, a note of caution: being close to Suva, the park is a hot spot for crime and a recent case of rape has further scarred the name of the park. Buses go beyond Colo-i-Suva into the heart of Naitasiri.

Naitasiri is a stunning region, very traditional with lots of thatch villages and small family plantations. Naitasiri and neighbouring Namosi are the best regions in Fiji to explore the experience the "old" Fiji. Bad weather is common and roads are frequently flooded. This is traditional countryside and although accessible to tourists, village protocol should be observed - before exploring present yaqona to the local chief and ask his permission - you will be encouraged to take a local villager with you as a guide.

Colo-i-Suva Forest Reserve, Suva, Viti Levu
Day Cruising: One of the fascinating aspects of general tours available in Fiji is the wide range and the case of accessibility. Tours abound, from of choice of cultural and scenic tours of localised area to the larger excursions and week- long river and bamboo rafting tours to interior villages. The airlines also provide flight seeing by seaplane over Fiji’s picturesque mountain and coastal areas.

The joy of cruising the sparkling emerald and azure waters which joins Fiji’s 330 islands is not just in the pleasure of experiencing untrammelled beauty but also in the realisation of childhood dreams of faraway places. The range and scope of day cruises include dolphin-watching tours, game fishing, snorkeling trips and many more you name it – we have it.

Day Cruising
Waidroka Bay Resort - Surfing: Surf the best for less. Surf world - class Frigate Passage and enjoy all the comforts of Waidroka Bay Resort. We are the only main island resort offering surf trips to Frigate passage and five local Coral Coast reef breaks. Come ride on the nicest surf boat in fiji, our new 25 foot, 400 horsepower, fast cat. The Frigate's adventure starts with a comfortable 30 minutes boat ride out to the crystal clear water and world class surf break. After a great surf session, you will be served a delicious lunch and cool drinks, then back out for more waves. Have a partner with you that doesn't surf? She will enjoy sunbathing on the front boat deck, relaxing under the canopy reading the latest novel, or cool drink while she watches you surf.
Waidroka Bay Resort - Surfing
Transtar Gamefishing Charters: SEAROV A 35 sportfisher fully rigged game boat operating out of Savusavu since 1995. Powered by twin 200 hp Volvo inboard diesel is marine surveyed with a sea going certificate and all safety equipment. Penn International and Shimano roads and Reels 20 – 80 1b tackle supplied but favourite personal gear welcomed New Zealand Coastal Shipper of 40 years. Winner of Castaway game fishing COM 1999 – Fishing Charters Harbour Cruises and Island Transfers Over night accommodation for 4.

Transtar Gamefishing Charters

Shotover Jet: Shotover Jet is an exciting adventure ride through the mangrove-lined tributaries of the Nadi River. The Fijian company is a subsidiary of the world famous Shotover Jet from Queenstown, New Zealand. The Jetboat is a New Zealand invention and is designed to operate in as little as 10cm of water. The Shotover Jet drivestyle is world famous and the spectacular Shotover turn is the drivers trademark. Divers have an intimate knowledge the history and culture of the area making a Shotover jet ride more than a thrilling experience.
Shotover Jet
Sigatoka Sandunes National Park, Viti Levu: This 4-mile stretch of large windswept sand dunes along the coast is a protected environment administered by the National Trust of Fiji.

The park has a very informative visitor center about the history and ecology of the region. There are several official trails to explore the sand dunes which often expose ancient pottery shards.

Sigatoka Sandunes National Park, Viti Levu

Trekking: Hiking or Trekking is fast becoming a popular past time as an alternative to the islands & beaches. The interior areas of Fiji is rife with nature walks, waterfalls, caves, volcanic valleys, mountain, rivers, Fijian villages and rainforests.

The most popular trekking also include fishing, camping, eel hunting , horse riding, pig hunting and Bilibili rafting.

Trekking
Fiji Museum: Set in the heart of Suva's historical Thurston Gardens, the Fiji Museum is unrivalled in the islands for the extent of its collection of anthropological and historical material, having been founded much earlier than other Pacific Island Museums. It holds a remarkable collection which includes archaeological material dating back over 3,500 years and cultural objects representing indigenous, Indo-Fijian and other communities that have settled in the island group over the past 200 years.
Fiji Museum

The Garden of the Sleeping Giant: The Garden of the Sleeping Giant sits at the foothills of the Nausori Highlands about 10 minutes drive north of Nadi. The attractive landscaped gardens specialize in Fiji's native plants as well as housing an impressive collection of orchids, some native. A jungle walk takes visitors past a large lily pond and through native forest. Located about half an hour from Nadi, The Garden of Sleeping Giant is a beautiful orchid range started in 1977 by the late Raymond Burr, star of Perry Mason and Ironside.

The Garden of the Sleeping Giant

Fiji Kayak Kadavu: Fort Nuestra Senora de la Soledad was one of the last Spanish Forts constructed in the 19th Century in support of the Spanish Galleon trade. Sitting on the cliff just to the South of Umatac, Fort Soledad has a commanding view of the Bay and all Ocean approaches. The Fort was restored in 1995 and today the cannon of Fort Soledad still point out over the Pacific Ocean and Umatac Bay where Magellan landed in 1521 to make the first contact between Guam and the West.

Fiji Kayak Kadavu

Navala Historical Village Safari: Visit Fiji’s most authentic Fijian village. This rare village is situated deep in the interior of the mountains of Viti Levu. This picturesque village is a living museum of Fijian culture. Perches on the side of a volcanic hill - a scenic delight. When coupled with visit to the grand Nausori Highlands, tour also visits Lautoka, the sugar city and the Ba township. Visit Navala village & the Nausori highlands.
Navala Historical Village Safari
Mountain Biking: For the biking enthusiasts Fiji offers the perfect climate and landscape for the ultimate biking experience in paradise. Mountain Biking is arranged in the spectacular Nausori Highlands and also through the Sleeping Giant Mountains. For the adventurers, combination with caving and waterfall biking is also available.
Mountain Biking
Wild Hunting: Fiji’s jungles are ideal breeding grounds for the wild Polynesian pigs which were brought to Fiji in war canoes across the expansive Pacific Ocean. Today tourists have a unique chance of visiting remote mountain areas, overnighting in the caves and learning different ways of hunting them. Hunting is done whilst in horseback.
Wild Hunting
Game Fishing: Fishing in FIJI is favoured all year round. There is simply great fishing for everyone! All methods of game fishing are available in Fiji - choice of group to instruct captain/crew. Overnight charter too is also available where the whole family can fish and catch a great catch of edible fish.
Game Fishing
3 Night/2 Day Island Safari: A soft adventure "Tall Ship Safari" to small native villages and deserted white sandy beaches. A journey into world famous Yasawa Islands. Accommodation in twin share bures or tents.
3 Night/2 Day Island Safari
Jetski Safari: Organised self drive jetski tours. Four hour tour covering over 60km watereays of Beqa Lagoon, including tour guide, sight seeing, snorkelling equipment, lunch and certificate of competency.
Jetski Safari

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