Known as the soft coral capital of the world, Fiji offers divers a myriad of options within its archipelago of over 330 islands. From sheer reef walls to shallow sunlit coral lagoons, from shore diving to cave diving, there is something for all levels of experience.
The year round warm sea temperatures of 23 – 29 degrees Celsius and the abundant choice of dive locations make it one of the best scuba diving destinations in the world.
Popular dive spots
Mamanuca Group
This group of about 20 islands basking in a large lagoon formed by the Malolo Barrier Reef and Viti Levu boast stunning reefs and sand-fringed isles shared by traditional Fijian villages and modern island resorts. Beautiful beaches, abundant marine life and ease of access from Nadi International Airport make the Mamanuca Group of islands the perfect destination for beginners.
Yasawa Islands
Extending north from the Mamanuca group are the Yasawa Islands, famous for crystal blue lagoons and some of the Pacific's most ethereal beaches. The Yawasa Islands have white sandy beaches and crystalline waters, lush tropical rainforests and soaring volcano peaks that attract fresh tropical rain. Snorkelling is superb and the diving is good for those who enjoy the marine life over soft coral.
Viti Levu
Viti Levu is Fiji’s main island and home to one of the most amazing dive experiences available. At Shark Reef in Beqa Lagoon, located off Pacific Harbour, divers can witness a shark-feeding session where it is very likely you could come face-to-face, or should that read, nose-to-nose with one of the oceans largest predators. If just reading about the shark dive gives you heart palpations, Viti Levu does offer more tranquil dives. The Coral Coast located at the bottom of the island offers daily trips to spots with vertical walls covered in soft coral and an abundant fish life or head north of Nadi to Nananu-i Ra Island where you can dive the passage between Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. The passage is fed by south-east trades resulting in rich nutrients, which has led to an abundant marine life.
Kadavu
Home to the famous Great Astrolabe Reef, stretching 100km along the south and east coast’s of the island, Kadavu offers a myriad of dive experiences. Divers can enjoy a dramatic seascape with arches, tunnels, crevices, canyons and swim-throughs all the while viewing an abundant array of reef species. With its stunning choice of dive locations around the island, Kadavu can cater’s to the novice and experienced diver.
Taveuni
Taveuni is Fiji’s third largest island and commonly known as “The Garden Island” with its lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls and abundance of tropical flowers and plants. But it doesnt stop there – Taveuni boasts two famous dive spots, rainbow reef and the Great White Wall which are located in the heart of the Somosomo Straight. Due to this narrow stretch of ocean, strong tidal currents push through the passage providing nutrients for the sea coral resulting in a spectacular underwater oasis for divers. Matagi and Qamea Islands, located a few miles north, also offer superb dive sites just waiting to be explored by dive enthusiasts.
Vanua Levu
Fiji’s second largest island, Vanua Levu, boasts numerous dive sites with most dives in or around Savusavu Bay. Dive experiences are vast with a number of drop offs, grottos, a maze of swim-throughs, abundant marine life and drift dive at Nsonisoni Pass.
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