Yacht Provisioning: Shops & Services in Savusavu & Vanua Levu

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Food and Groceries in Savusavu and Vanua Levu

Provisioning and self-catering are relatively easy to do in Vanua Levu as long as you are anchoring near the towns of Savusavu and Labasa.

Some villages in the more remote parts of the island have small general stores where you can get the basics.

Supermarkets in Savusavu, Labasa and Vanua Levu

From large supermarkets in Savusavu and Labasa to small grocery stores in villages, it’s not too hard to find groceries on Vanua Levu. Some of your options include:

Grocery stores and supermarkets in Savusavu and Labasa are generally open from 8:30 am to 9 pm with reduced trading hours on Sundays. Learn more about grocery shopping in the Guide to Food Shopping in Fiji.

Markets in Savusavu and Labasa

For fresh fruit and vegetables and an authentic Fijian and Indo-Fijian experience, head to the local markets. Both the Sausavu Market (Lesiaceva Road) and Labasa Market (Jaduram Street) are located near their main bus stations. There is also a smaller market on Naseakula Road in Labasa.

Operating hours are from 7 am to 4 pm, Monday to Saturday. Note that markets are closed on Sundays.

Restaurants on Vanua Levu

Savusavu is one of the best ports in Fiji for a variety of dining options across its resorts and independent eateries. The best restaurants and cafes for yachties are listed in Where to Eat in Savusavu & Vanua Levu for Yachties.

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Medication, Toiletries and Pharmaceuticals

While light medications (such as painkillers), baby products, and toiletries are often sold in supermarkets on Vanua Levu, other medications and speciality health products must be purchased from pharmacies or prescribed by a medical centre or hospital.

However, we always recommend bringing your own medical supplies, as well as those detailed in ‘What Medication to Pack in Your First Aid Kit for Fiji’.

Pharmacies in Savusavu and Labasa

Vanua Levu’s two main towns have pharmacies, including the following:

Pharmacies on Vanua Levu are generally open from 8:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday and closed on Sunday.

Medical Centres in Savusavu and Labasa

For a doctor’s consultation, medical centres are available in Savusavu and Labasa. There are nursing stations and small community health centres in Vanua Levu’s smaller villages providing limited services. If you need medical advice, it’s best to choose one of the following:

Medical centres on Vanua Levu are generally open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with reduced hours on Saturday and closed on Sunday.

Hospitals in Savusavu and Labasa

For more serious medical conditions, hospitals can be found in Labasa and Savusavu.

The main hospital on the island is Labasa Hospital (Labasa Hospital Road) and is certainly the best equipped and open 24/7. On the other hand, Savusavu Hospital (Cross Island Road) is a small hospital on the northern outskirts of Savusavu with more limited resources and doctors.

For more travel medical advice, check out How to Stay Safe in Fiji.

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Fuel Docks in Savusavu

Need to top up your tanks? You have a couple of options for fuelling up in Savusavu.

The Nawi Island fuel jetty is conveniently located to the east of P4. Here, you’ll find diesel and unleaded petrol available. For those with outboard engines, “Zoom” – a pre-mix fuel at a 100/1 ratio – can be found in town. Before heading to the fuel dock, it’s best to request permission. You can do this by contacting the fuel jetty on channel 6 or giving them a ring at +679 992 0883.

Alternatively, the Copra Shed Marina offers both diesel and pre-mix fuel. To arrange fuelling here, pop into the Yacht Shop located within the Marina. They’ll be happy to sort you out.

Fuel Stations in Savusavu, Labasa and Nabouwalu

To top up your jerry cans, fuel stations in Vanua Levu are typically open from 6 am to 10 pm daily, with some offering 24/7 service. Keep in mind that while some stations are self-service, others are fully staffed – just let the attendant know how much you need. Payment is made inside the station.

You’ll find fuel stations in Savusavu and Labasa, as well as on the far western side of Vanua Levu in Nabouwalu. Heads up: there are no fuel stations on the east side of Vanua Levu, so make sure to fill up before setting sail for that part of the island.

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Banks and Communication

Vanua Levu’s main towns are well-equipped with services related to communication and banking. Get anything you might need in Labasa and Savusavu before heading to more remote areas of Vanua Levu.

Post Offices in Vanua Levu

For postal services, money transfers, printing services or even to buy collectable stamps, head to one of the post offices in Vanua Levu’s main towns or villages:

General opening hours are from 8 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday and from 8 am to 12 pm Saturday.

Phone, WiFi and Internet

Phone service is available in many areas of Vanua Levu. Opening hours for phone network branches are generally 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday and reduced hours on Saturday. Find out more in our guide, What are the Fiji Phone Networks?

For accessing the internet, seek out internet cafes, such as:

Alternatively, many accommodations in Vanua Levu offer WiFi access to guests, usually for a fee. Such accommodations include The Remote Resort and Daku Fiji Resort.

Banks in Savusavu and Labasa

It’s easy to get cash out and use bank services in Savusavu and Labasa, including at the following banks which also have ATMS:

General opening hours are from 9:30 am to 3:30/4 pm Monday to Friday.