Fiji Food Itinerary: 7 Days / 1 Week (Viti Levu Self-Drive Tour)

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How to Get Around Fiji in 7 Days

This seven-day food itinerary solely involves travel over land. Here is a quick rundown of how to get around Fiji on a one-week road trip.

Road Transport in Fiji

This foodie road trip itinerary takes you across Viti Levu, Fiji’s main island. Car rentals are available at Nadi International Airport, whereas bus transport and taxis offer an alternative option for getting between the destinations mentioned on this itinerary. Some car rental companies will allow you to drop off vehicles in Suva for a one-way fee.

For all of your transport options across the islands, check out the Fiji Transport Guide: 20 Best Ways to Get Around Fiji.

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Day 1 – Arrival in Nadi

Welcome to Nadi, your arrival city in Fiji! Foodies shouldn’t leave this bustling hub just yet, where there is a wealth of foodie experiences to try. Nadi is one of Fiji’s most diverse cities, where food from all around the world can be indulged in, including Fijian and Indo-Fijian cuisine. We’ll go through the specific activities tomorrow, but for now, settle into your accommodation. In the list below, we recommend both self-catering accommodation (as there are amazing markets to make use of), as well as hotels and resorts with excellent restaurants.

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Day 2 – Explore Nadi

You have the full day in Nadi to start tasting the flavours of Fiji or even learning how to create them for yourself at Vavavi, a traditional lovo-cooking experience which offers pick-ups in Nadi. If you don’t go with Vavavi to one of the produce markets, you have to visit one yourself, either in Nadi city centre or in the suburb of Namaka. Sellers are friendly and even offer recipe ideas for the array of tropical vegetables and fruits that they sell. Check out more ideas below, or head over to The Food Guide to Nadi.

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Day 3 – Nadi to the Coral Coast

Travel time: 1-2 hours, depending on where you stay

Nadi is a great city for foodies, but it’s definitely not considered the “real Fiji”, so we suggest hitting the road to see another side of Viti Levu today. The Coral Coast boasts some of the best beaches on the mainland, backed by fabulous resorts that offer a range of food-related activities and restaurants. Additionally, the Sigatoka River provides access to remote villages where boat tours, such as the Sigatoka River Safari, allow you to meet the villagers and be welcomed with a “kava ceremony” and a Fijian lunch. We’ll give you more ideas on what to do on the Coral Coast tomorrow, but for now, check into your chosen Coral Coast accommodation.

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Day 4 – Experience the Coral Coast

You’ll be glad to spend more time on the Coral Coast, if not for the idyllic beaches, than for the food. Resorts offer fantastic cultural entertainment nights where you’ll be able to sample a traditional “lovo” feast – food slow-cooked in an earth oven. Catch a cultural dinner show on Likuri (Robinson Crusoe) Island Resort or at Gecko’s Resort – both open for casual visitors. Otherwise, find more inspiration in the list below or in The Food Guide to the Coral Coast.

Things to Do on the Coral Coast for Foodies

• Experience a Fijian lovo feast
• Have lunch in a village on the Sigatoka River Safari
• Do the Sigatoka Coffee Experience with Bula Coffee
• Visit the Sigatoka Produce Market
• Learn how to create tasty Fijian dishes

For more information, take a look at our 10 Things to Do on the Coral Coast for Foodies.

Dining Recommendations

Korotogo boasts two hidden culinary gems that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Crab Shack, a beloved local haunt, serves up mouthwatering seafood cuisine that’s simply irresistible. From their flavourful seafood pots to fresh salads, this casual dining spot offers a delightful array of dishes that capture the essence of Fijian coastal dining. Just across the road, Beach Bar N Grill provides the perfect setting for unwinding and soaking up the laid-back Fijian atmosphere. This lively establishment serves a tempting mix of international favourites and local Fijian delights, complemented by refreshing cocktails and the tantalising aroma of grilled seafood wafting through the air. For more culinary adventures along the coastline, be sure to check out the 10 Best Restaurants on the Coral Coast.

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Day 5 – Coral Coast to the Pacific Harbour/Beqa Island

Travel time: 30 mins-1 hr depending on where you stayed

On the eastern end of the Coral Coast is a small tourist hub called the Pacific Harbour and the off-shore island of Beqa. The area is famous for its marine life in the Beqa Lagoon, as well as inland adventures up the Navua River, complete with canyons, rainforests and remote villages. The Pacific Harbour’s five-star resort, Nanuku Resort, offers the vast majority of foodie experiences available in the area; however, if it’s not in your budget, we’ve listed alternative accommodation options below.

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Day 6 – Explore Pacific Harbour/Beqa Island

It’s time to get your foodie on today in the Pacific Harbour or Beqa Island! The Nanuku Resort offers a “Fijian Food Safari”, teaching you how to catch crabs, leading to a medicine walk, then visiting a local market for a Fijian warrior to prepare you a traditional meal when you return to the resort. Medicine walks, where you learn about medicinal plants and herbs found on the islands of Fiji, can also be experienced at resorts like Lalati. See more suggestions below, as well as in The Food Guide to the Pacific Harbour & Beqa.

Things to Do in the Pacific Harbour and Beqa for Foodies

• Check out the restaurants at the Arts Village
• Learn about local herbs and spices in a medicine walk
• Do a Fijian Food Safari with the Nanuku Resort
• Try moonlight prawning, crab catching or beekeeping, also at Nanuku
• Treat your loved one to some “destination dining” with a beach picnic

For more information on each of these activities, see our 10 Things to Do on the Pacific Harbour for Foodies.

Dining Recommendations

Satisfy your burger cravings at Beach Bum Burgers on Beach Road, where you’ll find an impressive selection of gourmet burgers. From classic bacon and cheeseburgers to island-inspired creations topped with pineapple, each burger comes with crispy fries and a fresh side salad. For a truly unique dining experience, don’t miss Lailai Lounge, the Tropic Magic Floating Bar in Beqa Lagoon. This floating oasis boasts a bar, toilet facilities, and an upstairs deck where you can relax on bean bags while savouring a tropical buffet. Transfers depart from the Pearl Resort Marina with Tropic Magic. For more dining options in the area, check out our 10 Best Restaurants on the Pacific Harbour & Beqa guide.

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Day 7 – Pacific Harbour to Nadi Airport (via Suva)

Travel time: 1 hr 20 mins drive and 30 minutes flight

We recommend hitting the road early so you have time to check out Suva before taking your flight back to Nadi International Airport. It’s just a 40-minute drive to Fiji’s capital city, where you’ll be met with an array of international cuisine and dining experiences. How about a restaurant on the boat or a teppanyaki experience? The Indo-Fijian cuisine at the various curry houses is to die for, while the Municipal Market provides that street food experience. Check out more activities below. Then, it’s a further 40 minutes to Nausori Airport, where you’ll be able to catch one of the frequently scheduled flights back to Nadi.