Our top 5 resorts for Fiji family holidays

What makes Fiji family holidays so special?

Fijians love children and they love entertaining. The whole local culture revolves around the family and all Fijians are focused on the village traditions of sharing and support. It's a nation with a huge heart and a fun-loving spirit, making it perfect for families.

Besides the excitement of the beach, your kids can learn about Fijian traditions such as cooking and fishing, go snorkelling in safe waters and make friends with the local village kids. It’s a recipe for a really memorable trip.

1. Malolo Island Resort, Mamanuca Islands

Located in the Mamanucas, a short distance from mainland Fiji, Malolo Island Resort hits all the right buttons for families looking for a stay in a fun, boutique resort that’s 100% owned by local Fijians. You’ll have no better opportunity to unwind than under swaying palms beside the sparkling ocean. 

At Malolo, the kids' club operates a 7-day rolling programme of fun and free events for kids aged 4-12 to teach them about Fijian life. Your kids will get snorkelling lessons, find out how to care for the coral reef, learn to recognise the different tropical fish and how to husk a coconut. They’ll get the chance to wear traditional Fijian costumes and visit a local school, and they’re encouraged to keep a little diary to show you everything they’ve discovered. They’ll be having fun, and as parents, you’re likely to learn a lot too!

For teens, Malolo offers a dedicated retreat space with beanbags, music and things like table tennis so they can also make friends and have some independence. Almost as important is the adults-only section of the resort, with a pool and a restaurant that’s child-free it’s a great chance to enjoy some time for yourself knowing your kids are taken care of!

2. Naviti Resort, Coral Coast

The established 4-star Naviti Resort is located on the Coral Coast of Fiji's mainland, Viti Levu. Uniquely, it’s one of Fiji’s only all-inclusive resorts. Set beside the water in amongst lush and leafy grounds, the kids will love the golden sandy beach - and you’ll love the swim-up bar! You might just be here for a bit of rest and relaxation, but you could also learn to scuba, learn to husk a coconut or try out some archery!

Naviti is really popular with families as it's one of Fiji’s only all-inclusive resorts. This makes it very easy for families to budget, as the lion's share is already paid for! The Naviti Kids Club (for 5 - 12 year olds) is open all day from 10am -10pm and they certainly pack in the activities. The club offers everything from donkey feeding to underwater treasure hunts, and Fijian dance lessons to movie nights. They’ll easily keep the little ones entertained if you’d like some time to yourselves.

3. Vomo Island Resort

Set on its own 225-acre island in the Mamanucas, Vomo Island Resort is perfect for big and little kids alike. You can be transferred to the secluded island by private boat or helicopter, so you'll arrive in real style. And that's just the tip of the iceberg! The treats will keep coming when you step onto the island.

Vomo is a beautiful resort, with cosy villas scattered along the shoreline and the lush green hillsides. The calm waters are perfect for snorkelling straight from the dreamy beach and, from May to July, you may even see baby turtles hatching on a protected area of sand.

The list of activities that you can enjoy as a family is practically endless.There are stand-up paddleboards, glass-bottomed kayaks. snorkelling lessons and even scuba starter courses. You can also visit the villages of Yamata and Yalobi to learn about local Fijian culture, hike to the summit of the island and join the staff for the daily fish-feeding. 

There’s also a purpose-built 'Kid’s Village' with complimentary care between 9am and 9pm, allowing you to take a break and relax. During your stay, you can enjoy a Lovo Night, when there's a meal cooked in an earth-oven (lovo), meke dances, stories and songs, and take part in a torchlit kava ceremony.

4. Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa, Coral Coast

Sitting on the Coral Coast of Fiji’s mainland, the Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa promises families beautiful, white sandy beaches with views over the ocean and lagoon, as well as a generous dose of Fijian hospitality. There’s an enormous pool right beside the beach and the lagoon is only a few steps away. What more could you want?

The kids' club here is called the ‘Hermit Crab Kids Club’ and it offers plenty to keep children entertained. This should free up some time for you to get some rest and relaxation! Your kids will be safe in the care of the Fijian kids’ club staff who organise all kinds of daily events like treasure hunts and snorkelling. They'll also teach your kids to fish Fijian style! Whilst the kids are taken care of, adults can pop into the day spa and unwind with a treatment or two.

5. Paradise Cove, Yasawa Islands

Located in the dreamy Yasawa Islands, Paradise Cove lives up to its name. This gorgeous resort sits on a white sand beach, with pretty gardens and a huge pool.

The calm waters off the beach are a perfect place to teach your kids to snorkel, where colourful coral and shimmering fish can be found just a few metres from the shore. In fact, between May and October, you can even swim with giant manta rays in the blue waters of the surrounding islands.

Kids take centre stage in Fiji at Paradise Cove, so whether you need a babysitter or someone to weave hats and pick coconuts with your kids, the staff at Paradise Cove will be only too happy to oblige. Take the kids to the village for a cultural experience they won’t forget in a hurry. 

Paradise Cove has a kid’s dinner menu, and they can cook an early dinner for your children on request. You can also pre-book a crib or leave the children with the extraordinary childcare staff for a few hours.

Once a week you can also join in with the world-famous crab racing on the island. Just grab a torch and bucket to select your very own well-honed Olympic-trained crab from the beach. There’s a generous bar tab for the winning crab owner, and all money raised is donated to the village children’s education fund.

Tempted to plan a Fiji family holiday?

If you’d like to plan a Fiji trip, it's best to speak to an expert who’s been there. Besides our team of Fiji specialists, many of our consultants are also parents who understand what it takes to plan a family holiday!

We're South Pacific specialists and we can put together Fiji tailor-made holidays of all shapes and sizes. To start planning your Fiji family holiday, give us a call on 1273 320 580 or request a quote by email.