Fiji Go half a world away to leave the world behind
Idyllic beaches that rate among some of the finest in the world? Tick. Warm turquoise waters? Tick. Lively coral gardens? Tick. But as an archipelago of more than 300 islands, Fiji is more than just your archetypal tropical paradise. You’ll also find lush foliage, particularly on Taveuni, and verdant rainforests that are home to hundreds of bird species. And wherever you go, you’ll receive a warm ‘bula’ (welcome): Fijians are famous for their hospitality. It’s a long way to get there, but it is so worth the journey.
Where it is
Oceania
When to go
May to October
Why go there
Palm-lined beaches
Snorkelling and diving
Pure relaxation
What to see
Yasawa Islands
Taveuni
Private retreats
Stay on a private island
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What lies beneath
Jacques Cousteau famously hailed Fiji as the ‘soft coral capital of the world’. Dive or snorkel beneath the waves to discover multi-hued fish, sea turtles, manta rays and more.
Island bliss
The Yasawa – which translates as ‘heaven’ in Fijian – islands live up to their name. Expect rugged landscapes and some of the country’s most spectacular beaches.
Beyond the beach
Fiji may be best known for its dazzling white sands but ‘The Garden Island’ of Taveuni rewards walkers, hikers and birdwatchers.
Travel in Fiji
Travelling between Fiji’s islands can be challenging as they are scattered across a vast area of the South Pacific. But Cosa can charter a boat or light plane so that getting from the capital, Suva, on the main island to anywhere else becomes a pleasure. When visiting rural villages, dress conservatively covering shoulders and knees, maybe by wearing a sulu (Fijian sarong). Lastly, don’t forget that you’re on Fiji time so slow down and relax…
Fiji facts
This small country of under a million people has three official languages: native Fijians, who make up the majority of the population, speak Fijian as their first language, while Fijians of Indian descent speak Fiji-Hindi. However, nearly everyone speaks English as until 1970, this was a British colony. But nothing unites Fijians more than rugby and kava, the national non-alcoholic drink that’s made from the root of the piper methysticum tree. Local tradition dictates that you should clap once before accepting a cup of kava, and three more times after finishing it.
Time zone
UTC +12
Flight time
24 hours from Switzerland
Local currency
Fiji dollar
Dialling code
+679
