7-Day Child-Free Itinerary for Vanua Levu and Taveuni, Fiji
Ah, paradise without children… For seven days! Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a holiday with a group of friends, or perhaps escaping your own kids, this Fiji adults-only Itinerary for 7 days on Savusavu (Vanua Levu) and Taveuni might just be the ideal itinerary for you. This Fiji itinerary provides a balance of seeing as much of Fiji’s less-visited islands as possible while giving you time in each location to relax. That’s mixed, of course, with exciting adventures that you wouldn’t always be able to do with kids, like scuba diving excursions, surf trips, and long treks through the rainforest! We’ll go through some amazing adult-only activities, as well as adult-only resorts and private villas to stay on Vanua Levu and Taveuni.
If you’re more interested in the Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands, then check out our Fiji Adults-Only Itinerary: 7 Days (Island-Hopping).
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Overview: Savusavu and Taveuni Adults-Only 1 Week (7-Day) Itinerary
© FijiPocketGuide.comHow to Get Around Fiji in 7 Days
The 7-day itinerary below involves mostly overwater travel and some road travel. Here is a quick rundown of how to get around Fiji on an adult-only trip.
Road Transport in Fiji
Don’t worry; this 7-day itinerary has minimal road travel and only resort transfers between the airports on Vanua Levu and Taveuni and your chosen resorts. Alternatively, taxis are also based at the airports. If you take the Taveuni Princess ferry between Vanua Levu and Taveuni, this will include a bus transfer from Savusavu to Buca Bay. Find out more in the 5 Ways to Get to Vanua Levu and 5 Ways to Get to Taveuni.
Interisland Transport in Fiji
Fiji is all about island-hopping, so two domestic flights are included in this 7-day itinerary, one from Nadi to Savusavu and the other from Taveuni to Nadi. In between the islands of Vanua Levu and Taveuni, the Taveuni Princess ferry offers a fun local experience to get between the islands.
For all of your transport options across the islands, check out the Fiji Transport Guide: 20 Best Ways to Get Around Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 1 – Nadi Airport to Savusavu (Vanua Levu)
Travel time: 1 hr 10 mins
With only seven days and two beautiful islands to discover, we recommend getting out of Nadi immediately and catching a connecting flight to Savusavu on the island of Vanua Levu. Vanua Levu is Fiji’s second-largest island, with a mix of Fijian, Indo-Fijian and even Tuvaluan cultures. The landscape is grand and volcanic, coated in forest, sugar cane and coconut plantations, and the waters hold some of the most impressive seascapes found across Fiji. You’ll have time to explore the island in the next coming days. First, enjoy your flight from Nadi International Airport to Savusavu Airport, where your resort will provide an airport transfer service to their little piece of paradise.
Adult-Only Accommodation on Vanua Levu
- Namale Resort & Spa (adults-only resort)
- Koro Sun Resort (adult-only bures & pool)
- Pure Shores Resort (adults-only resort)
- Latui Loft & Latui Lodge (holiday homes)
- Island Breeze Fiji (holiday home)
For more information, see our 5 Best Adult-Only Resorts on Vanua Levu.
Dining Recommendations
For your first night in Savusavu, we recommend embracing the privacy and tranquillity of your chosen resort or holiday home. If you’re staying at the adults-only Namale Resort & Spa, make the most of your all-inclusive package at their two fantastic restaurants. The Main Bure Restaurant offers nightly dinners and cocktail hours, announced by the traditional lali drum, and features cultural entertainment nights. For a more casual atmosphere, head to the Walu Restaurant on the east end of the grounds. Guests at the Koro Sun Resort can enjoy Asian-Fusion cuisine and fresh seafood at the adults-only Latitude 17 restaurant, perched on the water’s edge. We’ll have more dining recommendations for you tomorrow!
© FijiPocketGuide.comDays 2 & 3 – Explore Savusavu and Vanua Levu
Vanua Levu is the perfect retreat for adults, being much less visited than Fiji’s other islands but no less stunning. Make the most of the tranquil surroundings matched with the soothing tropical weather in one of the rainforest spas or wellness retreats. There are romantic private experiences for couples, such as a sandbar picnic or unique destination dining. Alternatively, if you want to mingle with the locals, check out the bars in Savusavu or Labasa.
If you’re feeling adventurous, discover some of the amazing underwater scenery of the Namena Marine Reserve. Scuba diving is a kind of a big deal here, so arranging a trip with your resort is effortless. Alternatively, the marine life can be enjoyed on dolphin cruises in Natewa Bay or snorkelling on dive trips or at Split Rock outside of the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort. Find out more in The Adults-Only Guide to Vanua Levu.
Adult-Only Experiences on Vanua Levu
- Escape the hustle and bustle on a nature walk
- Unwind with a relaxing Fijian Bobo massage
- Join a yoga or wellness retreat
- Tee off at Vanua Levu’s golf courses
- Hit the bars of Savusavu and Labasa.
For more information on all of these activities, see our 10 Adult-Only Activities on Vanua Levu.
Dining Recommendations
Yes, there are many creative ways to dine in Vanua Levu. What’s more, you can choose to experience them privately with just your loved one. Dine in a candlelit sea cave or beside a waterfall at the Namale Resort & Spa. Alternatively, if you don’t mind sharing your dining space, head into Savusavu for a cosy marina experience at the Captain’s Table at the Copra Shed, renowned for its exceptional seafood. For an extensive guide to the area’s gastronomic delights, don’t miss our 10 Best Restaurants in Savusavu & Vanua Levu – it’s a foodie’s treasure map to the region!
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 4 – Vanua Levu to Taveuni
Travel time: 30 minutes by helicopter/3-4 hours bus and ferry
It’s time to make your way to Fiji’s “Garden Island”, Taveuni! The island, awash in forest, volcanic peaks and waterfalls, is surrounded by a couple of adults-only resorts on off-shore islands, which will make a memorable last few days of your time in Fiji. But first, you need to get there on the Taveuni Princess, which involves a scenic bus trip to Buca Bay and then a sailing across the Somosomo Strait. From Taveuni, the adult-only resorts offer road and boat transfers, while the private luxury villas will transport you to your villa.
Adults-Only Accommodation on Taveuni
Find out more about each accommodation in the 5 Best Adult-Only Resorts on Taveuni.
Dining Recommendations
Aside from private dining, dining at one of Taveuni’s adult-only resorts is where you will experience dining free from tantrums and highchairs. Try real Fijian food artfully presented at the Matangi Private Island Resort, where local ingredients such as tapioca, taro, breadfruit, coconut and fresh fish are incorporated into every dish. Plus, don’t miss their weekly “lovo” feast where food is traditionally slow-cooked in an underground oven. Those staying on Qamea Island can enjoy the adult-only dining of the Bure Kalau at the Qamea Resort & Spa where guests can enjoy sunset cocktails and afternoon tea every day before dinner. For more dining experiences, don’t miss The Food Guide to Taveuni: Places to Eat & Food Tours.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 5 & 6 – Experience Taveuni
All that R&R you have been doing so far has led up to this! Taveuni has an awesome range of adventure activities, from the uncrowded surf breaks off Qamea Island to kiteboarding at Vacala Bay. Taveuni is also an ideal base for scuba diving in the colourful Rainbow Reef. The culture on the islands around Taveuni is also extremely accessible, and kava sessions are a regular occurrence at adult-only resorts. For more ideas for your last day on Taveuni, see The Adults-Only Guide to Taveuni.
Adult-Only Experiences in Taveuni
- Scuba dive at Rainbow Reef or around Qamea Island
- Surf the epic reef breaks at Qamea Island
- Learn to kiteboard at Vacala Bay
- Go on a self-guided kayaking, paddleboarding or sailing adventure
- Join in on a kava session.
For more information about each activity, see the 10 Adult-Only Activities on Taveuni.
Dining Recommendations
For those exploring the mainland of Taveuni, we highly recommend stopping at Tramonto in Matei. This family-owned gem, perched on a hilltop, offers stunning sunset views that perfectly complement their delicious thin-crust pizzas and fresh local cuisine. It’s an ideal spot for lunch or an early dinner. On the west side of the island, Salty Fox Bar and Grill at Taveuni Dive Resort provides another excellent dining option. For more culinary delights, be sure to check out our guide to the 10 Best Restaurants on Taveuni.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDay 7 – Taveuni to Nadi International Airport
Travel time: 1 hr 25 mins
Don’t get the holiday blues just yet as you enjoy a scenic flight on Fiji Airways between Matei Airport in Taveuni and Nadi International Airport. You’ll get tremendous views of Viti Levu’s rugged interior before landing at the airport to make your connecting flight to your next destination. It couldn’t be easier!
Remember to arrive at Nadi Airport a couple of hours before your scheduled departure so that you have enough time to check in, go through security and browse the duty-free. For a full rundown of what to expect, take a look at Leaving Fiji: Departure Tips & Checklist.
And it’s “sota tale” from Fiji!
Alternative Fiji 1-Week Itineraries
Is this 7-day adults-only itinerary for Fiji not quite speaking to you? How about checking out our alternative itineraries for 7 days/1 week:
- Fiji Adults-Only Itinerary: 7 Days (Island-Hopping)
- Fiji Luxury Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Culture & Nature)
- Fiji Luxury Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Sand & Sea)
- Fiji Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Idyllic Islands)
- Fiji Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Viti Levu Road Trip)
- Fiji Food Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Islands & Culture)
- Fiji Food Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Viti Levu Self-Drive Tour)
- Fiji Budget Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week
- Fiji Family Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week
Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed from this Fiji adults-only itinerary, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Adults-Only 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 Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - 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 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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