5 Best Things to Do in Ba

1. See Traditional Bures in the Village of Navala

Let’s start with one of the most iconic attractions of Fiji’s main island, best accessed through Ba, the village of Navala. The living village is one of Fiji’s most picturesque with traditionally thatched bures set among the Nausori Highlands.

When you arrive, present your sevusevu (gift) to the village chief – see What to Do When Visiting a Fijian Village – and pay a fee of around FJ$30 each to enter the village and hire a guide.

Otherwise, join a tour like Omnus Travel & Tours or Pacific Valley View Tours (PVV Tours) and they’ll do the customary introductions for you.

Location: Approximately 25 km (15.5 mi) from Ba on the main road crossing inland. Note that the road is a gravel road.

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2. Mingle with the Locals at the Ba Market

In a huge undercover open-air market building, the Ba Market is a bustle of activity and a must-do. Browse stall after stall of fresh local fruit and vegetables and talk to the friendly locals. Need inspiration on what to try?

Take a look at the 10 Exotic Fruits in Fiji.

Location: By the bus station, Ba town.

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3. Try Fijian Favourites or an Indo-Fijian Curry

Thanks to its Indo-Fijian population, Ba is home to some unmissable curry houses! Spice up your palette at restaurants such as Seaview Restaurant serving vegetarian and meat curries, as well as thalis at a very affordable price.

Alternatively, when travelling between Lautoka and Ba, stop at Tukuni Restaurant for local delicacies.

Location: See the locations of each recommendation in The Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants on the Suncoast.

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4. Tee Off at the Ba Golf Club

Experience a unique golfing adventure at the Ba Golf Club, nestled in the heart of Fiji’s sugarcane country. This charming 9-hole course offers a scenic layout and challenging design that will test golfers of all skill levels.

With its lush fairways and well-maintained greens, you’ll enjoy a round of golf surrounded by the natural beauty of Ba.

The club hosts regular tournaments, including the popular Monthly Medal, giving you a chance to test your skills against local players. After your game, relax at the clubhouse and soak in the friendly Fijian atmosphere.

Be sure to check out this hidden gem during your golf tour in Fiji! (of which, you might like to assemble using The Complete Guide to Golf in Fiji)!

Location: Vunisamaloa, Ba, Viti Levu, Western Division.

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5. Make an Obligatory Stop at the Rarawai Sugar Mill

Finally, see an important piece of the Ba’s history at the Rarawai Sugar Mill. The sugar mill, opened in 1886, was the first constructed during British governance in Fiji, making it an iconic symbol of colonial Indian settlement in the region – see A Brief History of Fiji to learn more. The mill is still running to this day.

Location: On the Ba Riverside just south of the Ba Market.

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[CLOSED] Check Out the Ba Civic Museum

The Ba Civic Museum tells the stories of Fiji’s most populated district. See mock-ups of Fijian bures, how the early Indo-Fijians lived when they arrived as labourers for the sugar trade, and much more in this fascinating museum in Fiji.

Location: Opposite the Ba Market, facing the road.

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