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Third largest city in Fiji
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North of Nadi town, the beach is 3 km long. There are many resorts and beach clubs lined up across the beach.
The garden was founded by Canadian-American Hollywood star Raymond Burr, as a private nursery of tropical orchids. Nowadays, it contains a diverse and beautiful range range of plants with a number of walking paths set up too. Some of the bright and colourful flowers have a stunning, exotic feel to visitors living outside of the tropics. The terrain is hilly and for most of the year the garden is warm and humid so be sure to take a few breaks during your journey. A complimentary and refreshing fruit drink is provided at the end of your walk.
This bright and colourful Hindu temple is one of the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere. Carved and built in the Dravidian architectural tradition, the temple is probably the most visible monument in the whole of Nadi. As a mark of respect, knees and shoulders (for both genders) should be covered before entering the temple interior. However, if you arrive at the temple in shorts or sleeveless clothing, the temple will provide you with a dhoti/sarong and shawl to cover yourself. Also, the vegetarian food provided at the canteen is a hidden gem.
Bring your bathing suit and cover yourself with mud, dry in the sun for ten minutes or so, then wash yourself in the three pools, each cleaner than the previous. Massages are available too, and are a popular way to relax even further after the mud cleanse.
The only tandem skydiving company in Fiji. Jumps are offered over Nadi and the western outer islands.
Modern extreme watersports operator. Get on a motorised surfboard, hoverboard or flyboard. Glide through the air like a bird, then go underwater like a dolphin.
Try a traditional Fijian Bobo massage, along with other treatments. Prices are fairly competitive. This spa has 3 different locations, one of which is located at Smuggler's Cove, close to Wailoaloa Beach.
Tourism operator in Nadi Fiji. Operates E-bike guided tours, snorkelling tours, surfing charters, fishing charters, and sunset cruises.
The best restaurant in all of Nadi for authentic and traditional Fijian food. Beyond that, there are dishes inspired by European and Asian (particularly Thai) cuisine. Their signature dish is Kokoda (pronounced Kokonda), which is raw fish marinated in lemon juice, coconut milk and mixed with spices and salad. A Fijian form of ceviche. The fish and chips here is just as tasty.
A popular teppanyaki steak house. The service and quality of the food is better if you book in advance as it is busy and the number of trained staff is limited.
Best value for money Indian in Nadi. The building on the outside looks rundown but the ambience on the inside is great. The servings sizes of nearly everything is huge and a challenge to finish. The tandoori chicken and dosas are delicious. Try the ginger infused sugarcane juice.
Friendly staff and top-class service. The large-sized soft serves are a real treat in the warm climate.
Serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, pastries and desserts. Dishes from all over the world. The sweet treats are in particular delicious.
The bar has a dance area, outdoor beer gardens, pool tables and occasionally a live band pops by. The crowd is a mix of locals and tourists so you won't feel out of place whoever you are. Happy hour from 5 to 10PM every day.
A modern and stylish bar and nightclub with a sleek dance floor. The real partying starts from 10PM and continues very late into the night.
Serves beer and kava and has a couple of billiard tables as well.
All rooms at have their own ensuite bathroom and top quality facilities. The pricier rooms have ocean views.
Daily acoustic music nights and kava parties. Free Wi-Fi and airport pickup. There are a large number of amenities including a board games room and pool table. The restaurant serves cheap Fijian food.
There are 55 rooms in total including superior and deluxe rooms, family units with cooking facilities and multi-share (4 to 6 beds per room) accommodations.
Clean and serviced yet self-containing apartment complex perched on a hill with views of the garden and ocean. They have a pool and a tennis court surrounded by palm trees. Free airport transfers.
A basic hostel which is located on the Wailoaloa beach. Offers a shuttle from the airport $18.00 FJD per person, one way. Fire dances are shown on Sunday nights, amongst other activities. This is a well-known area, many tour operators and transfer shuttle services will know how to drop off and pick up here.
This hotel has 67 air-conditioned rooms. Complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle. Has a pool, gardens, private car park, a poolside cocktail bar, spa and restaurant.
A remote boutique resort by the Nadi Bay beach. The accommodation styles at the resort vary and range from bures to villas. There are two restaurants, two bars and an outdoor pool.
A 3-star transit hotel featuring 85 rooms that command a view of the tropical setting gardens and swimming pool. There is alfresco dining in the restaurant, a Senikai spa and relaxing Rokete bar. The prices are modest but you get what you pay for.
The Nadi Bay Resort is a few minutes by road from the airport and seaplane base, and offers a variety of accommodation including dorms, standard rooms and apartments. Amenities come in two here. There are two restaurants, two bars and two swimming pools.
The resort has friendly staff and plenty of nearby activities. Waterfalls, the Sabeto mud pit and hot springs, hiking, kayaking and various villages are all easily accessible.
Suitable for leisure and corporate travellers. The hotel is three minutes away from the airport. It has three restaurants, one bar and a coffee shop.
Every room in the hotel overlooks the tropical landscape. The hotel is equipped with meeting rooms making it suitable for business travellers. In addition to having a bar and restaurant, this Novotel offers a fitness centre, golf course, spa and outdoor pool.
A handy starting point for souvenir shopping though fairly touristy. From handcrafted artifacts to clothing and jewellery, there is a variety of items in the store to take back home as memories of Fiji. Jack's is ideal for shoppers who are not that keen on the extensive bargaining you would have to do in the local handicraft markets.
Buy cheap and organic fruit and vegetables. As all of the produce is seasonal, everything is very fresh and juicy.
High-end department store with an emphasis on fashion, perfumes, jewellery and liquor. Most products are on the pricey side unless there is a sale on. Sells official Fijian rugby merchandise, including polos, tees and singlets.
Upmarket department store selling perfume and cosmetics, electronic gadgets, fashionable goods and liquor. No bargaining.
Souvenirs, wood products and other handicrafts made in Fiji.
By bus and car
Nadi is a 4-hour bus ride or a 3-hour taxi ride from Suva. Buses stop at Nadi Bus Station.
Nadi has reliable local buses that let you explore the town and beyond. Just wave to the driver and you will be able to hop on from anywhere along the route.
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