The Top Places to Visit on Taveuni
You’ve made it all the way to Fiji’s less-visited yet simply stunning “Garden Island”; don’t waste your whole time here sipping cocktails in your resort. There are many exciting day trips from the resorts of Taveuni, from adventures in the island’s national park to villages full of cultural wonders. We go through some of the best day trips on Taveuni that you can organise yourself by taking a taxi or catching the bus, as well as list guided day tour alternatives, in this ultimate list of the best places to visit on Taveuni.
For more trip-planning success, head to The Complete Travel Guide to Taveuni.
5 Best Day Tours on Taveuni
Before we dive into the amazing day trips on Taveuni that you can do independently by catching the bus, carrier, taxi or borrowing a vehicle, here are some guided options where all of the transport is included:
- Bouma Heritage Park and Falls Tour with Maqai Beach Eco Resort
- Taveuni Island Day Tour with Matangi Private Island Resort
- Waitabu Marine Park Tour with Garden Island Resort
- Southern Blow Hole Tour with Paradise Taveuni
- Circle Qamea with Qamea Island Resort & Spa.
© Captain Cook CruisesBouma National Heritage Park
The Best Day Trip on Taveuni for Budget Travellers
Travel time by car: 40 mins from Matei/1 hour from Waiyevo one way
Relevant tour: Bouma Heritage Park and Falls Tour with Maqai Beach Eco Resort
A must-do day trip on Taveuni is to the Bouma National Heritage Park. An easy go-to is a short walk to the magnificent Bouma Falls (Tavoro Falls). Those looking for a longer more adventurous journey should set their sights on the Lavena Coastal Walk leading to the stunning Wainibau Falls or a full-day excursion on the Vidawa Rainforest Hike.
For more information on these Bouma National Heritage Park walks, check out the 9 Best Walks in Taveuni.
© Mark Snyder - Tourism FijiWaiyevo and Wairiki
The Best Day Trip on Taveuni for Foodies
Travel time by car: 20 mins from Matei one way
Relevant tour: Taveuni Island Day Tour with Matangi Private Island Resort
Waiyevo and the neighbouring Wairiki are two of the largest villages on Taveuni where cultural experiences are easy to find between the markets and Wairiki Church – a must-visit on a Sunday when the church comes alive with harmonious singing. Also, nearby the villages are Taveuni highlights like the photo-worthy International Dateline or the start of the De Voeux Peak hike leading to Taveuni’s tallest mountain and bird sanctuary.
Many of these highlights also feature in our 10 Free & Cheap Things to Do on Taveuni.
© Captain Cook CruisesWaitabu Marine Park
The Best Day Trip on Taveuni for Couples
Travel time by car: 30 mins from Matei/50 mins from Waiyevo one way
Relevant tour: Waitabu Marine Park Tour with Garden Island Resort
One of the best snorkelling spots from Taveuni’s shore, the Waitabu Marine Park is completely protected from fishing, even from the villagers, resulting in thriving fish and coral life. Discover it for yourself on an affordable snorkelling tour or join the Waitabu Village that protects the reserve for their Cultural Experience Tour including refreshments, entertainment and a ride on a traditional raft called a bilibili.
For more Taveuni day trip experiences like this, check out the 10 Must-Dos in Taveuni.
© FijiPocketGuide.comVuna
The Best Day Trip on Taveuni for Families
Travel time by car: 30 mins from Waiyevo/50 mins from Matei one way
Relevant tour: Southern Blow Hole Tour with Paradise Taveuni
Tucked away in the southern reaches of Taveuni are the volcanic remnants from the island’s last eruption some 500 years ago. The black volcanic rock spills into the ocean, which, on the turn of low tide, shoots up seawater 15m (50ft) into the air! This is known as the Vuna Blowhole or Matamaiqi Blowhole. Continue all the way to the village of Navakawau for a bouncy but stunning coastal drive.
If you need more Taveuni day trip ideas, then we have more ideas in the 20 Best Things to Do in Taveuni.
© Qamea Resort & SpaQamea Island
The Best Day Trip on Taveuni for Luxury Travellers
Travel time by car: 30 mins from Matei/50 mins from Waiyevo one way
Travel time by boat: 10 mins one way
Relevant tour: Circle Qamea with Qamea Island Resort & Spa
Finally, if you need an island escape from your island escape then the neighbouring island of Qamea is just breathtaking. There are two resorts here that can guide you around the island, Qamea Resort & Spa and Maqai Beach Eco Resort. As there are no roads, you’ll be transported around the island by boat, visit authentic Fijian villages with welcoming locals and hit some sublime snorkelling spots.
Learn more about Taveuni’s gorgeous resorts in the 10 Best Resorts on Taveuni.
More Day Trips on Taveuni
- The Complete Travel Guide to Taveuni
- Taveuni Transport Guide: 8 Ways to Get to & Around Taveuni
- Information, Shops & Services on Taveuni
That’s it for the best day trips on Taveuni. Plan more of your trip in Fiji with the following itinerary compilations: The Best Fiji Itineraries for 2 Weeks, The Best Fiji Itineraries for 1 Week, The Best Fiji Itineraries for 5 Days and The Best Fiji Itineraries for a Weekend.
