The Top Resorts in Fiji for Snorkelling
You’ve no doubt heard about the stunning array of hard and soft coral and the colourful fish that decorate the scintillating waters of Fiji. Although most resorts can offer you boat excursions to see such wonders, not all are lucky enough to boast about this being right on their doorstep. If you want to spend your spare time in Fiji snorkelling from the beach of your resort, then this list of the very best snorkelling resorts in Fiji will guide you through, well, the best!
Oh, and if that wasn’t enough, how about you check out The Top 50 Resorts in Fiji for even more idyllic options? Plus, learn more about enhancing your snorkelling experience with The Ultimate Guide to Snorkelling in Fiji.
1. Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort (Vanua Levu)
With amazing snorkelling spots just off the jetty, as well as a prestigious namesake to showcase the resort’s dedication to marine life, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is a top choice for a snorkelling holiday in Fiji. Stay in one of 25 well-appointed bures (bungalows) and villas with Fijian decor and layouts for couples and families. In between, enjoy vibrant snorkelling directly from the jetty, from the boat at the Namena Marine Reserve and learn from the resort’s marine biologist. Find this resort on Vanua Levu.
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© Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort2. Matangi Private Island Resort (Taveuni)
Set just off the “garden island” of Taveuni, this adults-only boutique resort on Matangi Island is a dreamy retreat for couples and adult groups. The fringing reefs around Matangi Private Island Resort provide exceptional snorkelling from shore, with butterflyfish, angelfish, damselfish, giant clams, blue starfish, soft, hard, and plate coral. What’s more, complimentary guided snorkelling trips are on offer. As for accommodation, stay in one of the four types of bures including an innovative “Treehouse Bure” suspended in the jungle canopy.
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- Matangi Private Island Resort on Booking.com
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© Matangi Private Island Resort3. The Remote Resort (Vanua Levu)
Stay in one of The Remote Resort’s modern villas and you’ll also have easy access to awesome snorkelling. Located on the edge of a remote peninsula on Vanua Levu near the Rainbow Reef, The Remote Resort is a fantastic base for snorkelling trips. But even just off the shore, there is a shelf of hard coral spanning more than 500 m (1,640 ft) with interesting sights both day and night! Note that although this resort is on Vanua Levu, it is easier to access from Taveuni, so bear this in mind when booking your flights.
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© The Remote Resort4. Octopus Resort (Yasawa Islands)
A real mix of experiences awaits at the Octopus Resort – premium villas with private chefs, family beachfront villas and dorm rooms… to name a few. But something that any holidaymaker can enjoy is snorkelling. Often dubbed the best snorkelling in the Yasawa Islands, the Octopus Resort has healthy coral and thriving fish populations to admire just a short swim from the beach.
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© Octopus Resort5. Navini Island Resort (Mamanuca Islands)
As for some of the best resort snorkelling in the popular Mamanuca Islands, Navini Island Resort takes the trophy. The private island resort, which can only be booked directly, is surrounded by a protected reef awash in blue chromis and anemonefish, bluefin trevally, grouper, as well as the occasional sightings of octopus and turtles. Stay in one of the airy bures shaded by coconut palms, which are just a moment’s walk from the beach. See more resort recommendations in the Mamanucas in our 25 Best Resorts in the Mamanuca Islands.
© Navini Island Resort Fiji6. Matamanoa Island Resort (Mamanuca Islands)
Escape to the intimate and secluded Matamanoa Island Resort in the Mamanuca Islands, not only as it provides a romantic adults-only getaway but also great snorkelling. Just off its shores is a marine sanctuary, either to swim or kayak to. Unlike many island resorts in the Mamanucas open to day-trippers, only its guests can enjoy this volcanic island with tropical forest spilling into the coral-clad waters.
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- Matamanoa Island Resort on Booking.com
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© Matamanoa Island Resort7. Blue Lagoon Beach Resort (Yasawa Islands)
Situated on the shores of the Blue Lagoon, a snorkelling hotspot in itself, the Blue Lagoon Beach Resort is an idyllic getaway for keen snorkellers. Find the best snorkelling at a place called the “sand bar” just a short walk from the resort – ask the staff where to go. Meanwhile, stay in a budget lodge, deluxe villa or backpacker dorm; whatever suits your style and budget. Find this resort in the Yasawa Islands.
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- Blue Lagoon Beach Resort on Booking.com
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© Blue Lagoon Beach Resort8. VOMO Island Resort (Mamanuca Islands)
Amp your holiday experience to a luxurious level at the VOMO Island Resort at the far end of the Mamanuca Group. This private island resort is another crowd-pleaser, whether you’re a family or looking for a romantic getaway. Whoever you are, you’re sure to be amazed by the snorkelling directly from the beach. There are also daily snorkel safaris to numerous sites around the private islands. As for accommodation, the all-inclusive resort has hillside retreats overlooking the ocean to villas complete with a private pool. See more resorts like VOMO in our 10 Luxury Resorts in the Mamanuca Islands.
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© VOMO Island Resort9. Royal Davui Island Resort (Pacific Harbour)
A barefoot luxury island escape awaits at the Royal Davui Island Resort located just off the Pacific Harbour. This adults-only resort is made up of just 16 luxurious villas scattered across a private island. While snorkelling over the island’s surrounding reef is mesmerising, don’t miss your opportunity to snorkel at the nearby Beqa Lagoon – one of the 10 Best Places to Snorkel in Fiji.
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© Royal Davui Island Resort10. Barefoot Manta Island Resort (Yasawa Islands)
Nature-lovers, connect with the land, sea, the local people and each other at the Barefoot Manta Island Resort. Not only does this reasonably priced resort offer glorious snorkelling off the beach, kept pristine by the in-house Marine Conservation Centre, but you can join the team for snorkelling with giant manta rays between May and October or one of their other amazing scuba diving trips. The accommodation consists of characterful “Safari Rooms” and “Beach Bures” and they also offer fantastic dining experiences, especially on Saturday afternoons/evenings where guests can weave their own dinner plates, enjoy a Fijian cooking lesson and then indulge in a traditional lovo feast.
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- Barefoot Manta Island Resort on Booking.com
- Barefoot Manta Island Resort on Trip.com
- Barefoot Manta Island Resort on Expedia
© Barefoot Manta Island ResortMore About the Best Snorkelling Resorts in Fiji
That’s it for our list of the best snorkelling resorts in Fiji. For more on the subject of underwater wonders, check out the following guides:
Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Ultimate Guide to Snorkelling in Fiji.
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