The Most Luxurious Things to Do on the Lomaiviti Islands
Island spas, luxury private islands, helicopter flights and sensational scuba diving… It’s all possible in the Lomaiviti Islands despite being off the usual tourist route. Those looking for easy tranquillity and luxury will find it at this group of islands just off the coast of Suva, where flights take a mere ten minutes to reach private island resorts. While the resort options are limited – see 5 Best Luxury Accommodations in the Lomaiviti Islands, the Lomaivitis are still worth celebrating and even considering for a five-star holiday in paradise. Find out why with this list of luxury experiences in Levuka and the Lomaiviti Islands.
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1. Fly Over the Lomaiviti Islands on a Scenic Flight
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Fiji from the air with a scenic flight over the Lomaiviti Islands. As part of their transportation services, Wakaya Club & Spa offers guests an unforgettable 35-minute journey from Nadi International Airport to Wakaya Island aboard a private Cessna Caravan. This flight not only serves as a means of transport but also as a spectacular sightseeing opportunity. You’ll be treated to stunning aerial views of Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, the historic island of Ovalau, and the shimmering waters of the Koro Sea. It’s the perfect way to kickstart your luxury island getaway and gain a unique perspective of Fiji’s diverse landscapes. For more experiences like this, check out the 10 Best Scenic Flights in Fiji.
Location: Wakaya Club & Spa, Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island. Flights depart from Nadi International Airport, Namaka, Nadi, west coast of Viti Levu.
© FijiPocketGuide.com2. Retreat to a Secluded Beach for a Private Picnic with Your Loved One
Celebrate a special occasion or just treat your loved one with a private beach picnic on a deserted beach. Wakaya Club & Spa offers private gourmet picnic excursions to a private beach on its own island. Alternatively, the high-end Toberua Island Resort transports couples to an uninhabited beach for a day of snorkelling, swimming, and sunbathing. While not necessarily a “luxury” resort, Leleuvia Island Resort provides the luxury experience of transporting you to the aptly named “Honeymoon Island”, which is an isolated sandbank for a private island experience. For more island day trips, check out The Best Day Trips from the Lomaiviti Islands.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island. Leleuvia Island Resort – Leleuvia Island, off the south coast of Ovalau and Moturiki Islands.
© FijiPocketGuide.com3. Indulge in a Relaxing Spa Treatment
While the remoteness and beauty of the Lomaiviti Islands are relaxing enough, enhancing your state of mind with a glorious spa treatment will take your blissfulness to another level. Indulge in a range of treatments combined with Pure Fiji products at the Wakaya Spa on Wakaya Island or in the massage bures (Fijian bungalow) of Toberua Island Resort and Leleuvia Island Resort. You can also work on your wellness at one of the regular yoga retreats on Toberua Island.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island. Leleuvia Island Resort – Leleuvia Island, off the south coast of Ovalau and Moturiki Islands.
© FijiPocketGuide.com4. Scuba Dive with Sharks, Turtles and Vibrant Coral Reefs
The Lomaiviti Islands have an abundance of exciting dive sites with mesmerising marine life. From Toberua Island, join the PADI dive centre at the Toberua Island Resort to more than 10 nearby dive sites, with a highlight being Shark Reef with white-tip reef sharks among dramatic coral overhangs. Alternatively, Sacred Reef offers something for all diver levels, with caves featuring sharks, turtles, groupers, eagle rays and more! Wakaya Club & Spa also makes an excellent base for diving, with the figure-of-eight coral reef wrapping around the island and being protected as a marine reserve. Find out more about diving in this remote paradise in The Guide to Scuba Diving in Fiji.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island.
© FijiPocketGuide.com5. Fish for Some of the World’s Most Exciting Game Species
Some of the world’s most-targeted game fish are found in the waters surrounding the Lomaiviti Islands, which make for thrilling sports fishing trips. Unreal fishing can be found off the shores of Wakaya Island, which, of course, the luxury resort of Wakaya Club & Spa can arrange as part of your stay. The team at the Toberua Island Resort are also keen to take guests to the outer reefs to catch marlin, mahimahi, tuna, walu (Spanish mackerel) and much more! Learn more about incorporating fishing into your getaway with The Complete Guide to Fishing in Fiji.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island.
© FijiPocketGuide.com6. Play Golf or Tennis on a Private Island Resort
Even on a secluded island in the South Pacific, you can find modern joys in life, like golf courses and tennis courts. On Toberua Island, the 9-hole golf course was founded by celebrated Australian artist Ken Done and offers fun challenges, including nine-hole par three, which is only playable at low tide. The golf course on Wakaya Island is also a 9-hole course meandering through a coconut plantation established here in the colonial era. Both resorts also offer well-equipped gyms, while a fully lite tennis court is also available on Wakaya. For more resort options in the Lomaivitis, see the 5 Best Resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island.
© FijiPocketGuide.com7. Treat Yourself to Fine Fijian Cuisine
A luxury experience on the Lomaiviti Islands includes sampling fine cuisine. The Wakaya Club & Spa brings South Pacific and Mediterranean styles to the islands of Fiji. The resort uses around 80% of its own homegrown or locally caught produce and has an extensive wine menu of New Zealand and Australian wines, as well as Campagnes, cognac, tequila and other liquors. A range of dining experiences also awaits at Toberua Island Resort, with a sumptuous meal plan of three-course lunches and four-course dinners prepared by Fijian chefs. Finally, those staying at the Levuka Homestay will be treated each morning to freshly made smoothies, a fresh fruit platter, a cooked breakfast, homemade muesli and brewed coffee. For more on food, take a look at The Food Guide to Levuka & the Lomaiviti Islands.
Location: Toberua Island Resort – Toberua Island, southern Lomaiviti Islands. Wakaya Club & Spa – Wakaya Island, off the east coast of Ovalau Island. Levuka Homestay – On the same road as the Mission Hill Steps and Delana Methodist Primary School, Levuka, east coast of Ovalau Island.
© FijiPocketGuide.comMore Luxury Activities in the Lomaiviti Islands
That’s it for the best luxury activities on the Lomaiviti Islands. For more tips to plan the perfect getaway, check out the following:
- 20 Best Things to Do in the Lomaiviti Islands
- The Luxury Guide to Lomaiviti Islands
- 10 Glorious Ways to Relax in Fiji
Finally, take a moment to look at The Complete Luxury Travel Guide to Fiji. Trust us, there are a lot of essential tips there.
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:
- Levuka Tourism Association (Regional tourism website)
- Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism 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])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - 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])
- Levuka Tourism Association (Regional tourism website)
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