The Best Places to See Birds in Fiji
Fiji‘s marine life might take most of the limelight, but its land and sea birds are also well worth looking out for. The island archipelago in the South Pacific is home to more than 170 species of birds, around 30 of which are endemic, and only 13 have been introduced by humans.
Whether you’re captivated by the colourful birds of the forest or want to admire the majesty of Fiji’s seabirds, this list of the best places to see birds in Fiji will guide you toward your birding goals.
For more fauna to look out for on the islands, be sure to check out A Traveller’s Guide to Wildlife in Fiji.
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1. The Forests of Kadavu
Of course, the best spot for birdwatching in Fiji is one of the remotest island groups. But if birding is at the top of your Fiji bucket list, then the one-hour flight to get here is well worth it.
Kadavu is the southernmost island group in Fiji, home to a handful of eco-friendly resorts where birdwatching is as easy as taking a walk among the resort grounds. As well as spotting Fiji’s key bird species, you’re also highly likely to spot Kadavu’s own endemic species, such as the Kadavu shining parrot, Kadavu honeyeater, Kadavu fantail and the whistling dove.
Start planning your trip to Kadavu using The Complete Travel Guide to Kadavu.
Location: Kadavu. Our recommended base is Matava Eco Adventure Resort, where birds roam the resort grounds!
© FijiPocketGuide.com2. Des Voeux Peak (Taveuni)
Another outer island of Fiji, Taveuni is well worth getting to for any twitcher. The island is dubbed “The Garden Island of Fiji” due to its abundance of flora, which, in turn, hosts more than a hundred bird species.
A top birdwatching site on the island is at its highest peak, Des Voeux Peak, which is accessible by hiking or a 4WD tour from one of the island’s main villages, Waieyvo.
Try to time your visit for the nesting season from August to September. Plan your trip out to Taveuni using The Complete Travel Guide to Taveuni.
Location: Taveuni Island. Take the access road turn-off in Wairiki, between the Catholic Mission and Wairiki Wharf. Guided walks can be arranged with Bay Adventures and Taveuni Ocean Sports. Note that there is a small entry fee for hiking the trail.
© FijiPocketGuide.com3. Colo-i-Suva Forest Park (Suva)
If you’re looking for a more accessible place to see birds in Fiji, check out the Colo-i-Suva Forest Park just a short drive from the capital.
The forest with a network of walking trails is where you can see some of Fiji’s more common native birds, including collard lories, masked shining parrots, Fiji wood swallows, white-collared kingfishers, wattled honeyeaters and much more.
Plan a trip to Fiji’s capital using The Complete Travel Guide to Suva.
Location: Princes Road, Suva, Viti Levu. Approximately 10 km (6 miles) from Suva.
© FijiPocketGuide.com4. Bobby’s Farm (Taveuni)
Na Bogi Ono Farms, affectionately known as Bobby’s Farm, offers a sensory journey through Taveuni’s natural landscapes.
Join Bobby for an enlightening tour of this conservation farm, teeming with birdlife, medicinal plants, and tropical fruits. You’ll discover sustainable farming practices and learn about the importance of preserving local flora and fauna.
The standard 2-hour tour incorporates birdwatching, in which an impressive number of fruit doves, red shining parrots, and more are attracted to the gardens and food tasting.
You can visit the farm independently (it’s located south of Waiyevo) or arrange a tour through any of the resorts on Taveuni.
Learn more about Bobby’s hiking tour in the 10 Best Walks & Hikes on Taveuni.
Location: Southwest coast of Taveuni.
© FijiPocketGuide.com5. Buca Bay and Tunuloa Peninsula (Vanua Levu)
Another fantastic birdwatching site is on Fiji’s second-largest island, Vanua Levu. The Tunuloa Peninsula, which runs alongside Buca Bay, is an opportunity to spot the rare silktail, as well as the orange dove.
The birds are easily spotted on the peninsula but not that easy to get to with driving on dirt roads being necessary.
The Daku Fiji Resort offers tours to the area to Vusaratu village, where you present a traditional sevusevu to the chief before heading to the birdwatching site, known for species like the silktail, orange dove, parrot, and warbler.
Location: Vusaratu, Tunuloa Peninsula, Vanua Levu. Accessible by guided tour.
© FijiPocketGuide.com6. Yabu Island (Kadavu)
One of the largest seabird rookeries in Fiji can be found off the shores of Kadavu. Resorts like Oneta Resort can take you to the island’s shores to see the nesting site of thousands of red-footed boobies and brown boobies, best seen at sunset when they come back to the island to roost.
It’s also possible to kayak here from the resort, as listed in the 10 Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kadavu.
Location: Yabu Island, Kadavu.
© FijiPocketGuide.com7. Koroyanitu National Heritage Park (Suncoast)
Arrive early in the morning at the Koroyanitu National Heritage Park, accessible from Abaca Village, where you’ll likely spot a few of Fiji’s native bird species. Collard lory, Fiji parrotfinch, Polynesian thriller, Fiji bush warbler, red-vented bulbul and more can be spotted flittering around in the trees before the sun gets too hot.
For the best chance of spotting standout species, join dedicated birdwatching tours with Nautilus Tours, which includes transfers from Nadi/Denarau.
Or, for an independent visit, learn more about visiting the national park and village on Viti Levu, a short drive from Lautoka, in the 20 Best Walks & Hikes in Fiji. Plus, learn more about the various regions of Fiji’s main island in The Complete Travel Guide to Viti Levu.
Location: Abaca Village, Koroyanitu National Heritage Park, Suncoast, Viti Levu. From Lautoka, take Tavakuva Road off Drasa Avenue and follow the gravel road for approximately 9 km (5.8 mi).
© FijiPocketGuide.com8. Garden of the Sleeping Giant (Nadi)
Admittedly, this is not the best birdwatching site in Fiji but it’s worth mentioning for those birders who have limited time in the country. The Garden of the Sleeping Giant is a popular attraction just outside of Fiji’s arrival city, Nadi, awash in orchid gardens, as well as native flora.
Among the forested areas, look out for Fiji wattled honeyeater, kingfishers and, of course, the introduced but abundant jungle myna. There’s a small entrance see to access the gardens and make use of the short walking trails.
Plan more of your trip to Nadi using The Complete Travel Guide to Nadi.
Location: Wailoko Road, Sabeto, Nadi, Viti Levu. Approximately 14 km (9 mi) north of Nadi. Tours to the Garden of the Sleeping Giant are also available with Fiji 4WD Safaris (Rosie Holidays), Valentine Tours Fiji and Go Dirty Quad Bike Tours.
© FijiPocketGuide.com9. Vidawa Rainforest Hike (Taveuni)
Although we’ve already touched on Des Voeux Peak and Bobby’s Farm, which is in the Bouma National Heritage Park of Taveuni, it’s still worth mentioning some of the other walking trails where you’re likely to spot birds in the national park.
An apt choice for birdwatchers is the Vidawa Rainforest Hike, a 6 to 7-hour walk with a guide from the local Vidawa village. Guides here are proficient in spotting birds, as well as showing Fijian medicinal plants and historical sites.
Location: Vidawa Village, Taveuni. Approximately 1 km (0.6 mi) after the turn-off to Waitabu Marine Park along the east coast road.
© FijiPocketGuide.com10. Kula WILD Adventure Park (Coral Coast)
If all else fails, you’ll be forgiven for getting some easy birdwatching at the Kula WILD Adventure Park. Located along the Coral Coast on Viti Levu, Fiji’s only captive breeding centre for native birds is an obvious go-to for seeing birds close-up. There are around a kilometre of walkways through open forest, as well as walk-through enclosures.
Learn more about visiting the Coral Coast in The Complete Travel Guide to the Coral Coast.
Location: Queens Road, Korotogo, Coral Coast, Viti Levu.
© FijiPocketGuide.com11. Vatu-i-Ra Island (Suncoast)
Perhaps leaving the best till last (but only because it’s so hard to get to), embark on a birdwatcher’s paradise at Vatu-i-Ra Island, nestled in the heart of the Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park.
This secluded gem offers a rare opportunity to observe diverse seabird species in their natural habitat. Keep your binoculars ready for sightings of black noddies, white terns, and wedge-tailed shearwaters. Access this avian haven via liveaboard diving boats like the Nai’a or private sailing charters.
While you’re there, don’t miss the chance to explore the surrounding reefs – a treat for both bird and marine life enthusiasts!
Location: Vatu-i-Ra Island, Vatu-i-Ra Passage, Suncoast, Viti Levu. Also known as Bligh Waters or Vatu-i-Ra Seascape.
© FijiPocketGuide.comMore About the Best Places to See Birds in Fiji
That’s it for the best bird watching in Fiji. For more like this, check out the following guides:
- Where to See Wildlife in Fiji
- 15 Animals & Birds Unique to Fiji
- A Traveller’s Guide to Wildlife in Fiji
Finally, see more amazing experiences in the 101 Things to Do in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips from The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
- Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
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