Fiji island-hopping holiday in the Yasawas

Itinerary in brief:

• 1 night Nadi 
• 3 nights Barefoot Kuata, Kuata Island
• 3 nights Mantaray Island Resort, Nanuya Balavu Island
• 3 nights Blue Lagoon Resort, Nacula Island
• 3 nights Octopus Resort, Waya Island

Day 1: Depart UK

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Included: International flights

Day 2: Arrive Fiji

On arrival in Fiji, you'll be greeted with a traditional Fijian ‘lei’ and taken by shared transfer to Port Denarau, where you'll check into your hotel for one night, ready to head out on your island hopping adventure tomorrow. 

Included: Transfers, 3* hotel 

Day 3: Boat to Barefoot Kuata

On arrival in Fiji, you'll be greeted with a traditional Fijian ‘lei’ and taken by shared transfer to Port Denarau to connect with the boat out to the Yasawa Islands. Spend 3 nights at Barefoot Kuata, an eco-resort designed to take you back to nature, with some creature comforts thrown in! 

Included: Meet & greet with lei, arrival transfer, shared boat transfer & hotel

Days 4 & 5: Barefoot Kuata

You have two full days here to take advantage of the wide range of activities on offer. Explore the beautiful coral reef by snorkel or by kayak, spot the famous Phantom Rock Caves on a stand-up paddle board or head out on a sunset cruise past the cliffs where the Ton Hanks film 'Castaway' was filmed. If you prefer to stay on dry land then take part in a visit to a local village or explore the island by foot, discovering caves, jungles and secret beaches. A walk with a member of staff from the property will provide you with in depth knowledge of the history of the island as well as a chance to learn about the many medicinal plants growing in the region.

Included: Daily breakfast & hotel

Day 6: Boat to Mantaray Island Resort

You'll be collected from your hotel early this morning and taken by shared boat to Mantaray Island Resort. Located right by the famous Manta Ray Passage between Drawaqa Island and Naviti Island, it's the perfect spot to spend your next three nights. 

Included: Breakfast, departure land & sea transfer & hotel

Days 7 & 8: Mantaray Island Resort

Spend a few days embracing the laid-back life on Mantaray Island. Snorkel straight from the beach over the colourful coral, kayak through the turquoise water and, if you're visiting between May and October, join an excursion to swim with the majestic manta rays. When you're not exploring the underwater paradise surrounding the island, you can unwind by the pool with a cocktail, tuck into island inspired cuisine and watch the sun setting over the ocean. 

Included: All meals, Mantaray Island Resort

Day 9: Boat to Blue Lagoon Beach Resort

You'll be collected from your hotel this morning and taken by shared boat to Blue Lagoon Resort, located on Nacula Island. You will spend 3 nights located on picturesque Nacula Island in the tranquil lagoon of Nacula Bay. Blue Lagoon Beach Resort is home to stunning white beaches and crystal blue waters, a true paradise.

Included: Breakfast, departure land & sea transfer & hotel

Days 10 & 11: Blue Lagoon Beach Resort

During your time on the island why not go out line-fishing, try your hand at paddle boarding or head out onto the coral with your snorkel and check out the marine life. There are regular excursions you can enjoy if you wish; visiting the local village, taking a guided tour of the coconut plantation or a visit to the limestone caves at Sawa-I Lau. Blue Lagoon is a sociable and fun resort attracting a variety of people from families, to backpackers, to honeymooners which creates a friendly atmosphere and a relaxed vibe, this is an ideal spot to have some fun and enjoy the activities.

Included: Hotel

Day 12: Boat to Octopus Resort

You will be collected from Blue Lagoon and taken by boat transfer to your next destination, Octopus Resort for 3 nights. Waya Island, where Octopus is located is situated within a self-protected marine reserve with a beautiful reef only metres from the shore. It's an ideal location for snorkelling and diving during your stay.

Included: Boat transfer & hotel

Days 13 & 14: Octopus Resort

Octopus Resort has an on-going focus on Fijian culture and cultivates a strong relationship with the local village so there is a good choice of authentic Fijian activities to choose from including craft market visits, coconut tree climbing and basket weaving.

As this is the final stop on your trip, kick back and relax. Octopus is a popular resort for honeymooners and its not hard to see why stunning beaches and a laidback feel. You can even island-hop to the more remote islands or head for Likuliku bay to swim in the warm waters beside a kilometre of idyllic beach. Absolute paradise.

Included: Hotel

Day 15: Depart Fiji

You'll be collected from your hotel this morning and taken by boat transfer to Denerau Marina, where you'll be met and taken to the airport for your international flight.

Included: Departure sea & land transfer & international flight

Day 16: Arrive UK