Things To Know Before Arriving:
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Highly recommended.
CREDIT CARDS: We accept Visa and Master Cards.
MONEY: We recommend you exchange your money at the resort. We receive daily exchange rates from the bank and don’t charge any fees.
HEALTH: No Malaria is present in Fiji, however Dengue Fever can occur during the wet season. Insect repellent is necessary considering the Resort is located on the beach bordering a lush jungle. Sunscreen: we request you bring "reef friendly" product or else purchase product from resort gift shop. Bring a rashguard or a wetsuit top for extra protection. All of our boats are outfitted with first aid and a phone in case of an emergency.
FIRST AID: Guests should bring their own First Aid Kit that includes basic supplies for tropical destinations including dressings and antibiotic creams for reef cuts, electrolytes, anti diarrhea medication, antihistermine, pain relief etc.
There is a medical facility at the Village of Korovisilou which is 15 minutes away for emergency treatment.
A private doctor practice is 40 minutes away.
CLIMATE: Fiji has a tropical & humid climate. Heavy rainfall can be expected during the wet season (December – April). A year round average of about 30’C (85’F) during the day and 25’C (75’F) at night. During winter (June to Sept) it can sometimes get cool enough for long pants and a long sleeve sweater.
FIJIAN CULTURE & CUSTOMS: Dress appropriately outside the resort. Men should wear a shirt, while women should dress conservatively. A sulu (sarong or wrap around) with a shirt is acceptable for both men and women when visiting a village. Remove footwear when entering a Fijian home or hall. Going to Church on Sunday is an enriching and respectful experience.
Do not show up to the village uninvited.
Remove your hat & sunglasses when entering the village as a sign of respect.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Yes, it is compulsory. You will need a plan that covers medical emergencies and transport, trip cancellation, travel changes, loss of property and luggage. We recommend a comprehensive cover to ensure you're protected.
September - November, but the trade winds can blow anytime and are historically become consistent from August.
Any time! There is usually always a southern ocean swell hitting our small island - it’s just more consistently bigger in winter.
Wireless internet is available in the main building area only.
Around 26 degrees Celcius (78.8 degrees Fahrenheit).
Yes and No, but a long sleeve wetsuit vest or spring suit can be handy sometimes for wind chill.
It can be any strength, but normal trades are about 15-20knots and we mostly ride on 8m - 12m kites.
Yes there are plenty of nice flat water spots.
Depending on swell size there is any type of that you want, long and hollow, or short and fun.
Yes, we can cater to a range of dietary requirements, from vegan to gluten free. Just let us know prior to travel.
It's a good idea as it's shallow on the reef.
Yes – we have a range of sizes & accessories for purchase.
There is a gift shop with basic toiletries.
Most definitely, the resort is ‘child friendly’. The rooms are screened so there’s no problem with mosquitoes. We have cots and single beds. A king size bed, cot and single bed fit comfortably into each room. We also have a pool and other activities so the children have lots to do. Babysitters can also easily be arranged.
Yes. We also have cots, a high chair and baby bath at the Resort.
Yes… there’s lots to do. If she is tired of relaxing by the pool, perhaps she would like to go for a kayak (with or without our guide), use the stand up paddle boards, guided plantation walk, visit to the waterfall or one of many other activities either around or outside the resort. But perhaps they would be happier with a relaxing massage or treatment!
We generally surf the local breaks around the high tide. This can be up to 3 hours before the high and maybe an hour and a half after. If the tide is coming in we usually get a bit of a pulse and the sets seem to get bigger and more consistent. We can surf Shifties on a lower tide as this break has a better gradient to the reef. Pipe, J’s and Vunaniu all have a very quick drop off at the back of the reef so the waves don’t really get time to stack up. All of a sudden there’s a set in front of you.
Shifties, J’s and Vunaniu all like wind with some north, or else calm conditions. Pipe and Frigates handle the SE trades. July – November is usually the time of Trades so you might be surfing lefts the majority of the time. We usually get a high pressure system that moves across us once a week. After these pass there can be north winds for a day and then before they get too strong we can get the glassy mornings.
I don’t think so. The point breaks can be fast and down the line type waves which is what the reef breaks are like. Maybe they have a bit more power, even when the waves are small and the takeoff can be steep. I think because it’s not crowded you can relax and catch more waves feeling comfortable that if you blow it you’ll get heaps more chances.
We have surf guides who will be in the water with you to show you where to take off. Surfing a reef break can be challenging if it’s big and heavy, but we wouldn’t put our guests out in those conditions if they are not comfortable. It’s not always big, in fact I would say the majority of our surf is in the 4-6foot range.
If you’re looking for the biggest surf, June through August is the go. Surfers looking for the cleanest surf possible — and the least crowded — the wet season from January through April is excellent. Many people prefer to shoot for those shoulder months of March, April, May and September, October, November, hoping to get those glassy conditions with early or late south west swells.
All your meals – cooked breakfast, lunch & 3 course dinner, accommodation and snorkelling, all day tea & coffee from the breakfast bar. Trips to local surf breaks & Frigates is included in the Surfer Package.
Transfers, diving, game fishing charters, bar drinks and snacks, special coffees (espresso, lattes and cappuccinos), organized day trips, laundry, massages, sunset cruises and tips.
