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10 TV Shows Filmed in Fiji 📺

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The TV Shows That Came to Fiji

Those swaying coconut palms, glistening turquoise waters and idyllic sandy beaches make Fiji the perfect backdrop for any TV shows wanting to depict a tropical island. In fact, it seems like Fiji is the perfect place to get “stranded”, as getting marooned on an island the most common theme for TV shows filmed in Fiji! So if you’re wondering if you just saw Fiji on your TV screens, then check out this list of all the TV shows shot in Fiji.

And for movies, be sure to head to the 10 Movies Filmed in Fiji.

1. Survivor US

The first season of the long-running show filmed in Fiji, Survivor, was season 14 which took place in Macuata and Vanua Levu. It wasn’t until seasons 33 that the show returned to Fiji, in the Mamanuca Islands, and it hasn’t left! The location quickly became a fan and production-favourite, still being used 10+ seasons later.

Are you a Survivor fan? Check out the 10 Survivor Locations in Fiji You Can’t Miss to plan your own Survivor-themed island-hopping adventure.

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2. Koh-Lanta

Following the footsteps of the American Survivor, the French version of the show, Koh-Lanta, has filmed multiple seasons in Fiji including its seasons 5 and 18 that were filmed in the Yasawa Islands. It then returned to Fiji for its 19th (which did not air), 20th and 21st season that was shot in Kadavu.

After taking a look at our 20 Best Things to Do in the Yasawa Islands, you’ll realise it’s not exactly a bad place to get “stranded”.

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3. Australian Survivor

Yep, it’s a trend. Fiji seems to be attracting every iteration of the Survivor show. The Australian version saw its season 5 filmed in Savusavu on Vanua Levu. This location is rarely featured in Survivor editions so don’t miss this season for some amazing shots of this jewel of the Pacific.

Or simply visit Vanua Levu for yourself! Get inspired by the 20 Best Things to Do on Vanua Levu.

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4. Wrecked

The TBS comedy saw its second season filmed in Sigatoka (Coral Coast) and Nadi on Viti Levu, the main island of Fiji. The scripted show kind of mirrors Survivor and Lost as we follow the adventure of a group of Americans stranded on an island after their plane crashes.

Find out more about Nadi in our 20 Best Things to Do in Nadi.

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5. The Bachelorette

The dramatic season 7 finale of the US show, The Bachelorette, was filmed in Savusavu showcasing some of the most luxurious options of Vanua Levu. The awe-inspiring locations were the perfect backdrop for the epic end of this dating reality show.

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6. The Bachelorette Australia

As per usual, Australia is never far behind the US and saw some parts of its “Bachelorette” filmed in the Namale Resort and Spa on Vanua Levu. The Down-Under version of the show showcases Fiji much more extensively than its American counterpart. So if you are looking for honeymoon inspiration, this is the one you’ve got to watch despite the distracting Aussie accent.

Speaking of luxury resorts in Fiji, check out the 10 Best Spa Resorts in Fiji.

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7. The Castaways

Based on The Castaways novel by Lucy Clarke, The Castaways is a five-episode series that aired on Paramount+ in the UK. The show stars Sheridan Smith and Céline Buckens and follows the story of a woman who investigates an apparent plane crash that lead to the disappearance of her sister. The series was primarily filmed in Fiji, as well as Greece.

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8. Pirate Islands: The Lost Treasure of Fiji

The famous Australian children’s show, Pirate Islands: The Lost Treasure of Fiji, starring John Noble as the dreaded pirate Blackheart was filmed in multiple locations around Fiji. Pretty obvious from the name right? If you are not Australian, you may have caught a glimpse of the show in the UK on CITV and in the US, Spain, Portugal, Canada and even Vietnam on Disney Channel affiliate networks.

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9. Love Island Australia

The British dating show was adapted in Australia and this version was filmed in Fiji where 12 couples “stranded” on Armstrong Island in the Mamanuca Islands (more commonly known as Malolo Lailai Island) in Fiji and “testing” their relationship there. (If you noticed quite a lot of quotation marks in that sentence, it is because our writers regrettably sat down to watch a few episodes for this article…). The islands and palm trees look great though!

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10. Love Island USA

The first season of the US version of the popular dating show was shot in a sumptuous villa in Fiji. The show kept the same silly tone and premises as its UK counterpart but showcases all the sides of Fiji, including its wild weather side. It’s worth noting that wearing your bikinis at the airport would be frowned upon in Fiji unlike what the show premiere might suggest…

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More About TV Shows Shot in Fiji

That’s it for our list of TV shows filmed in Fiji but that’s not all we have to offer about these glorious islands. Check out the following guides to learn more about filming locations and Fiji:

Finally, start planning your dream vacation on Fiji’s #1 travel guide using The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji and 30 Tips for Travelling in Fiji.

Author

Robin C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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