Now that the secret’s out, who is ready to give the World’s Toughest Race a go on their on in Fiji?
In September 2019, the creator of Survivor invited 330 competitors in 66 teams from 30 countries to compete in the most epic global adventure ever attempted! They competed and raced for 11 days 24 hours a day through 671 kilometres of Fiji’s dramatic mountains, rapid rivers, and pristine waters.
For die-hard adventure enthusiasts who want to relive each step of Amazon Prime Video hit reality TV show, here’s how you can retrace the competitor’s adventurous steps and visit some of the stunning locations of the Word’s Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji!
Leleuvia Island Resort
This emerald clad island, in its ring of golden sand and turquoise water, is one of Fiji’s hidden gems. Leleuvia takes pride in going plastic-free, protecting its reefs and leading a return to sustainable sailing – all of which you can experience too when you stay there. It’s a castaway’s paradise with heaps of water sports and natural adventures within steps of your beach hut.
Traditional Camakau Ocean Leg: Checkpoints 1 and 6
Epi's Tours and Kauwai Guesthouse (Ovalau)
Relaxation and adventure await you at this eco-conscious guesthouse, which offers a delightful range of yoga retreats, foodie feasts and ocean adventures mere steps from your room. And if you crave more adventures into the heart of Ovalau island, Epi’s Tours will have you sorted!
Ovalau Hiking Leg: Checkpoints 2- 5
Epi's Tours and Kauwai Guesthouse (Ovalau)
Namosi Eco Retreat
Fiji’s rugged interior is the perfect escape if you want to truly unplug. Surrounded by mountains, rivers and the cosy Fijian bures at Namosi Eco Retreat, you’ll fall in love with the authentic experiences on offer like harvesting crops for your dinner, building bamboo 'bilibili’' rafts and swimming in secret swimming holes. It’s an ideal spot to slow down and take the time to enjoy life’s small pleasures.... Fiji style!
Jungle Moutain Biking Leg: Between checkpoints 18-19
Talanoa Treks
We all know Fiji is a water lover’s paradise. But did you know that there are mountains, valleys, rivers, gorges, and remote inland villages to be explored too? Talanoa Treks offers a range of multi-day treks that take hikers deep into Viti Levu’s scenic interior along some of the same routes as the competitors of the World’s Toughest Race.
Overland Hiking Leg: Checkpoints 24-26 / Camp 4
Navala Village and Bulou’s Eco Lodge
Stay the night next to one of the most beautiful villages in Fiji and learn why the simple life truly is the good life. You’ll be able to fully unplug and recharge from a full day of adventuring through Fiji. And it won’t be hard to sleep with only the sounds of the nearby river creating tranquil tunes to keep you feeling relaxed. You’ll wake up ready for your next full day of eco-adventures!
Overland Hiking Leg: Checkpoint 26 / Camp 4
Navala Village and Bulou’s Eco Lodge
Mana Island
Having hosted Survivor for years, it was no surprise that the World’s Toughest Race would make this idyllic island the finish line! With accommodation styles to suit every budget, white-sand, hammock-lined beaches to relax on and pristine coral reefs to explore, this island resort promises to relax and rejuvenate you. It’s the perfect place to end an epic holiday in Fiji.
Outrigger Ocean Leg: Checkpoint 32 and Finish Line
