Safe Drinking Water

Tap water in large urban centres like Suva and Nadi is treated and is generally safe drink but can become contaminated after a storm. Water quality also suffers further away from urban centres where it's better to drink boiled or bottled water.

Bottled water in the islands can be expensive. Before you travel to a remote area, stock up on extra bottles of water at a supermarket to take with you.

Getting Around by Sea

The most affordable and popular way to see the islands.

Passenger (Resort) Ferries

Escape to the stunning Mamanuca and Yasawa islands with daily connections out of Port Denarau. South Sea Cruises operators these sectors.

The Tavewa Seabus, also departs daily from Lautoka Wharf and services the route between the sugar city of Lautoka and the Yasawa Islands.

Local (Roll on-Off Ferries)

If you are cost-conscious, there’s always the inter-island ferry to consider.  Locals favour this no-frills option for cheap travel between Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. It’s also great for self-drives as you’re able to take your car onboard with you.

There are also regular ferries to Ovalau (Levuka) and Kadavu islands.

Water Taxis

The Mamanuca and Yasawa islands are some of the most accessible islands in Fiji. If you’ve missed the regular boat, share a water taxi or charter your own to your resort. Most depart Port Denarau Marina but you’ll also find them at Vuda Marina and Lautoka Wharf too.

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