The Luxury Travel Guide to the Lau Islands

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How to Get to the Lau Islands

A widely dispersed group of islands in the eastern reaches of Fiji, the Lau Group are a hard bunch of islands to get to. Luckily, some of the only ways to get to this less-visited part of Fiji is through luxury travel: private flights and sailing charters. First, you’ll need to make your way to Fiji – see How to Get to Fiji.

Charter Flights to the Lau Islands

The brilliant views and easy transport by chartered flights are among the easiest luxury transport methods to get to the Lau Islands. Guests staying on Vatuvura Private Islands have a private flight to and from the resort using their private aircraft, which is included in their stay. This option is available from Fiji’s mainland, Viti Levu, either from Nadi or Suva. Alternatively, private charter flights to the Lau Group, including day trips to the Bay of Islands, are available from Nadi International Airport. Learn more about flight charters in our guides, Where to Hire a Helicopter in Fiji and Where to Hire a Plane or Seaplane in Fiji.

Sailing Charters to the Lau Islands

Most of the time, the only visitors frequenting the Lau Islands are those with their own yacht (if that’s you, check out The Sailing Guide to Fiji). Otherwise, landlubbers can get in on the action, too, with a private sailing charter. Check out our recommendations in the 10 Best Sailing Charters in Fiji and Lau Islands Transport Guide: 5 Ways to Get to the Lau Islands.

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Luxury Activities in the Lau Islands

Match sublime scenery with exclusive experiences for a true, luxurious Fiji getaway. Even in the remote reaches of the Lau Islands, it’s possible to play golf and revel in a soothing massage. However, it will come as no surprise that world-class scuba diving at sites that very few people have explored and indulging in private picnics on beaches people couldn’t even imagine are available in the Lau Islands.

Luxury Water Activities

Of course, scuba diving in some of Fiji’s most pristine waters is a must! Vatuvara Private Islands resort has fringing reefs to explore awash with soft and hard coral. The resort offers PADI instruction so you can gain your Open Water certification in just four days or simply enjoy one of the beginner dives with your guide. Learn more about diving in paradise in The Guide to Scuba Diving in Fiji.

Fishing newbies and experienced anglers alike will be amazed by the exciting fishing on offer in the Lau Islands, especially off Vatuvara. Vatuvara Private Islands takes guests out in the 11 m (36 ft) Naiad boat for trolling, popping, jigging and/or deep-sea game fishing, catching some of the world’s most sought-after game fish. Think mahimahi, yellow-fin tuna, giant trevally, sailfish and much more (see What Types of Fish Can You Fish For in Fiji?) The private sailing charter, QUIXOTIC, also has fishing gear onboard, should you want to cast a line during your voyage. And don’t worry, the resort promotes sustainable fishing so operates on a catch and release policy. For more ways to incorporate fishing into your getaway, check out The Complete Guide to Fishing in Fiji.

Luxury Land Activities

What could be more luxurious than putting over the manicured lawns of a private island golf course?! The one and only private island resort in the Lau Islands, Vatuvara Private Islands, boasts a four-hole golf course with a practice green and a club pavilion for true golfing in paradise. For more stunning golf courses in Fiji, see The Complete Guide to Golf in Fiji.

The breathtaking beauty and tranquillity of the Lau Islands make the perfect setting to work on your wellness. Spa treatments and private yoga tuition on your villa’s deck are all included with your stay on Vatuvara Private Islands.

More Things to Do in the Lau Islands

The rest of your time in the Lau Islands can be enjoyed by indulging in private island picnics, embarking on exclusive yacht charters, or unwinding with beachfront spa treatments, which you can find out more about in the 10 Luxury Activities in the Lau Islands. For experiences that don’t necessarily fall into the luxury category but are no less amazing, check out the 15 Best Things to Do in the Lau Islands.

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Luxury Dining in the Lau Islands

Dining in the Lau Islands is a farm-to-table and sea-to-table affair, creating the freshest of flavours. Here are some of the top gourmet dining experiences available in the Lau Group.

Restaurants in the Lau Islands

In the Lau Islands, the only restaurants you will find are on no other than Vatuvara Private Islands. The luxury resort boasts two restaurants serving fabulous meals made from ingredients grown in their own organic gardens and fished from the surrounding waters. Jim’s Bar & Grill is your casual option for a beachside breakfast or a wood-fired pizza for lunch. Traditional Fijian-style lovos are also prepared here – a dining experience you can’t miss! The Valhalla Restaurant is an evening dining restaurant under a verandah where appetisers are served as the sun sets before you indulge in its Pacific Rim menu.

Dining at Sea

Other gourmet dining experiences can only be sampled at sea when exploring the Lau Islands. A significant aspect of your cruise with Sailing Fiji is the gastronomic experience of your private chef, who combines local ingredients to create European specialities. Safari Charters Fiji takes pride in their food service and offers a variety of fresh, healthy meals to its guests. The menu includes fresh garden salads, fresh fish, sashimi, and Thai or Italian dishes, catering to individual tastes.

Private Beach Picnics

Relax in your own private corner of the South Pacific for the day with a private island picnic. With Vatuvara Private Islands, you and your loved one will be transported to an uninhabited island equipped with an umbrella, pillows, beach towels, water toys, snorkelling gear and a gourmet picnic. As for the days on sailing charters, almost every day on the private yacht involves discovering secluded beaches and indulging in divine meals prepared by your onboard chef.

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Luxury Services at the Lau Islands’ Resorts

On a luxury getaway, it’s the little things that matter to make it a truly deluxe experience. In the Lau Islands, you have the luxury of an adults-only resort for paradise without children. Wedding services and kids’ clubs are not provided to tourists in the Lau Islands but can be found in many other island groups around Fiji.

Adults-Only Luxury

If the Lau Islands were not a peaceful enough destination in Fiji, guests of Vatuvara Private Islands would have the privilege of staying in an adults-only resort. The luxury private islands have a policy that all guests are 16 years and older, enhancing the tranquil ambience of the resort. On the private sailing charters, yachts are all yours to decide who you share this amazing experience with. Note that guests will still be staying in close-quarters with each other and usually two staff, but each usually has a private cabin.

Learn more about adults-only luxury in Fiji in The Adults-Only Guide to Fiji.