Yasawa Islands

THE Yasawa group is a chain of beautiful islands found to the north-west of Fiji's mainland. They comprise about 11 or 12 main islands and many smaller ones, creating a paradise destination with some of the best white sand beaches in Fiji. Yasawa Islands accommodation options take advantage of the natural beauty, with luxury honeymoon resorts, island getaways and budget beach bures. There is something to suit all budgets.

Fiji travel destinations are found on many of the islands of the Yasawas. The top luxury Yasawa hotels include Turtle Island, Yasawa Island Resort and Navutu Stars on Yaqeta Island. Family-friendly, mid-range island resorts in the Yasawas are found on Waya, Naviti, and Nanuya Islands, while backpacker and budget resorts are found at many of the islands. Guests can access the budget resorts via the bright yellow catamaran ferry that runs daily return services from Port Denarau in Nadi, dropping off and picking up travelers along the way. Private helicopter or float plane transfers can be chartered. Yasawa Island Resort has its own airstrip for direct domestic flights from Nadi Airport.

Activities in the Yasawas mostly revolves around beach relaxation with swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving a popular pastime. Fishing trips are popular and trips to swim with manta rays are not to be missed (seasonal). Horseriding is available at some destinations and the Blue Lagoon Caves in the central Yasawas are interesting to visit. They featured in the Hollywood movie of Blue Lagoon. See more of the Yasawas by booking an idyllic cruise with one of the Fiji cruising vacation specialists - Blue Lagoon Cruises or Captain Cook Cruises.