10 Best Nature & Wildlife Tours in Fiji 🦜 [2025]

Last Updated: 19 June, 2025

The Top Wildlife Tours and Experiences in Fiji

333 islands scatter the South Pacific in the archipelago of Fiji. Some of the islands are home to colourful birds and rare iguanas, while the waters in between hold an array of coral harbouring all sorts of marine species.

Fiji might not be the first country that comes to mind when looking to see wildlife in the tropics, but it’s definitely worth considering, which you’ll realise once you discover these amazing nature and wildlife tours in Fiji!

1. Kula WILD Adventure Park

An obvious go-to for any wildlife nut visiting Fiji is the Kula WILD Adventure Park. Situated along the Coral Coast on the main island, Kula WILDis a great place to learn more about Fiji’s endemic species, from the rare crested and banded iguanas to the national bird, the kula.

Along with animal and coral displays, the wildlife park also offers animal interaction experiences, turtle hand-feeding, and, of course, waterpark and ziprail attractions! What’s more, Kula WILD Adventure Park is the only captive breeding centre for Fiji’s endangered species; needless to say, an easy go-to for learning all about Fiji’s fascinating wildlife.

Check out more things to do in the area in the 20 Things to Do on the Coral Coast.

Location: Queens Road, Korotogo, Coral Coast, Viti Levu. See how to get there with our Coral Coast Transport Guide.

2. Snorkelling with Sharks

Don’t worry; the sharks in Fiji are just like the Fijian people – they are super friendly! Although you may see a reef shark while snorkelling anywhere in Fiji, if you want a guaranteed shark swimming experience, then check out shark snorkelling tours with South Sea Cruises from Denarau, taking you to the Barefoot Kuata Resort in the Yasawas.

From the resort, it’s a quick boat ride to a nearby reef famous for its reef shark inhabitants. The experience is even suitable for first-time snorkelers.

Location: All over Fiji! Check out The Best Places to See Sharks in Fiji + 10 Best Tours for recommendations and their locations.

3. Scuba Diving with Sharks

For an adrenaline-pumping adventure, amp up your shark swimming experience by scuba diving with bull and tiger sharks. The “Awakening Shark Dive” at Barefoot Kuata Resort in the Yasawas offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience with close encounters in a safe, controlled environment.

Open to both certified and non-certified divers, you’ll typically see five to twenty bull sharks, with occasional tiger, lemon and nurse sharks joining the party.

Safety is paramount, with the dive design created by world-renowned shark experts. A portion of the revenue supports shark conservation and local marine education. Interestingly, the site boasts 22% more coral cover than surrounding areas, possibly due to the nutrient-rich gatherings during feedings.

For more options, check out Aqua-Trek, Coral Coast Divers and Beqa Adventure Divers on the Pacific Harbour.

For more shark encounters, see The Best Places to See Sharks in Fiji + The Best Tours.

Location: Barefoot Kuata Resort – Kuata Island, Yasawa Islands. Aqua-Trek, Coral Coast Divers, Beqa Adventure Divers – Pacific Harbour, Viti Levu.

4. Dolphin Cruises

Acrobatic spinner dolphins frequent Fiji’s waters all year round, which are super fun to watch swimming alongside boats.

Dolphin cruises, such as with Savasi Island Resort or Koro Sun Resort on Vanua Levu or with Natalei Experience at Takalana Bay in Viti Levu, take you to the best spots for watching spinner dolphins.

Guests at Lomani Island Resort have a “Dolphin Safari” as a free inclusion in their activities schedule – how cool!

Location: All over Fiji! Check out the 5 Best Places to See Dolphins in Fiji for recommendations and their locations.

5. Bird Watching Tours

Simply staying in Fiji’s more forested islands, such as Kadavu or Taveuni, is a good way to incorporate birdwatching into your Fiji getaway. But if you want to have a guided experience, check out Nautilus Tours on Viti Levu.

Picking up from accommodation in Nadi and Denarau, Nautilus Tours takes you deep into the island interior and bushland on a full-day trip to encounter some of Fiji’s beautiful bird species, like Fiji wood swallows, crimson shining parrot, the sulphur-breasted myzomela, the collared lory and more.

Learn more about the birds in Fiji in A Traveller’s Guide to Wildlife in Fiji.

Location: Tours depart from Nadi/Denarau, Viti Levu. Check out the 10 Best Places for Bird Watching in Fiji for more recommendations and their locations.

6. Swimming with Manta Rays

Nothing can describe the experience of snorkelling with some of the largest fish in the ocean. The manta rays in Fiji have a wingspan of around 6 m (20 ft), which they use to elegantly glide through the water.

During the manta ray season, between May and October, it is possible to swim with these gentle giants in the upper Yasawa Islands, as well as in Kadavu.

Resorts specialising in manta ray swimming, such as Barefoot Manta Resort, the Manta Ray Resort and Kokomo Private Island, keep an eye out on channels where the manta ray usually feeds during the season. When the lali drums or conch sounds, it’s time to jump on the boat with your snorkelling gear and head out!

Location: All over Fiji! Plan your swim using The Guide to Swimming with Manta Rays in Fiji.

7. Snorkelling

If you somehow didn’t already know, you can do snorkelling in Fiji… And it’s pretty incredible. The tropical waters are home to colourful coral and all sorts of tropical fish. While many resorts have interesting snorkelling spots right from the shore, it’s often that the best snorkelling experiences are when you take boat tours to the outer reefs.

For instance, immerse in the excitement of a half-day or full-day snorkelling excursion, such as the “Mamanuca Islands Snorkelling Package“ with Vuda Water Taxi & Island Hopping Fiji.

The package includes a tour of the Survivor location on Mana Island, a visit to the famous Monuriki Island as made famous in the Tom Hanks movie Castaway, and a pristine snorkelling experience at Tokoriki Island, where you might encounter feisty clownfish.

Location: All over Fiji! Learn more about snorkelling in the 15 Best Places to Snorkel in Fiji.

8. Scuba Diving

Get a closer look at Fiji’s intricate reef systems and see why they call Fiji the “Soft Coral Capital of the World” by scuba diving in Fiji.

Now, there are so many dive shops and resorts with their own dive centres in Fiji that you’ll have to check out The Guide to Scuba Diving in Fiji to start planning your dive.

But in short, Fiji is home to two of the world’s largest barrier reefs, wreck dives, coral walls, pinnacles and much more – you won’t be disappointed.

Location: All over Fiji! Learn more about scuba diving in the link listed above.

9. Glass-Bottom Boat Tour

Another way to enjoy the fish, this time without getting wet, is on a glass-bottom boat tour. Resorts such as Beachcomber Island Resort and Castaway Island Resort have their own glass-bottom boats for guests/day-trippers to enjoy, while a day visit to Tivua Island with Captain Cook Cruises also includes glass-bottom boat experiences.

Location: All over Fiji! See the 10 Best Resorts in Fiji with Glass-Bottom Boats for more recommendations and their locations.

10. Take Part in Turtle Conservation

Turtles are one of the ocean’s endangered species. You can help with the conservation efforts to boost turtle populations in Fiji by taking part in turtle conservation projects.

Resorts like Nakelo Treasure Island Resort in the Mamanuca Islands offer guests the chance to feed turtles, help monitor nests and more, depending on the season. Other resorts with turtle sanctuaries include Turtle Island and Mana Island Resort.

Location: All over Fiji! See the 10 Best Places to See & Swim with Turtles in Fiji for more recommendations and their locations.

More Wildlife Activities in Fiji

That’s it for the best wildlife activities in Fiji. For more about Fiji’s nature and wildlife tours, check out the following:

Plus, 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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About The Author

Laura (Lora) S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor in chief and co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Fiji. She knows the islands inside-out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Fiji’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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