Introduction
If you like sports and adventure, Fiji is the place to go. Fiji’s islands are packed with exciting activities that are guaranteed to get your pulse racing!
For those seeking adventure, Fiji has something special for you and is a perfect playground for those wanting some adrenaline in their veins: Zip-line over lush, hiking in tropical forests, quad bike through the mountains, kite-surfing in the Bligh Water passage or go white-water rafting.
Given that Fiji is a naturally beautiful country, it makes sense to explore our evergreen landscapes and crystalline waterways. Our remarkable national parks and thriving marine eco-systems create the basis of many sport activities!
Where? The best spots to…
Golf – Natadola Bay, Denarau Golf & Racquet, Pacific Harbour
Surf - Cloudbreak, Frigates, Namotu Lefts, Wilkes Pasage, Bula Bowls, Natadola Bay, Suva Reef Lighthouse
Snorkeling - Yasawa Islands, Mamanuca Islands, Taveuni , Coral Coast, Suncoast (Rakiraki)
Hike – Inland of Viti Levu, Taveuni’s Bouma National Park and almost every small island has a peak to climb!
Kite Surfing – Rakiraki Coast (Volivoli Resort) & Namotu Island , Off Taveuni (Vacala Bay Resort)
White Water Rafting – Pacific Harbour
Kayak – for a longer kayak tour Pacific Harbour is a great place, but also the Salt Lake on Vanua Levu. But almost every resort offers kayaks for their guests to use.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding – On offer at most resorts around Fiji.
Marathon – if you feel the need to run and run and run... check out the Suva Marathon and Namosi Marathon
Sport
Surfing
With Fiji’s warm tropical waters, uncrowded surf breaks and waves to suit all skill levels, many find it hard to say no to a surf trip here. Fiji’s famous waves have featured in international competitions and are a “must do” for the travelling surfer. Restaurants, Tavarua Rights, Frigates and the world famous, Cloudbreak, are just a few of the well-known breaks you will find here. While most of Fiji’s surf breaks are on reefs, there are a few beaches and surf resorts on Viti Levu where you can learn or improve your skills.
Links:
https://www.fiji.travel/things-to-do/surfing
Snorkeling
Fiji has a multitude of epic snorkeling sites. Whether it’s your first or your fiftieth time on a South Pacific Ocean adventure, snorkelling in Fiji is always an outstanding venture. Our fringing coral reefs teem with a variety sea life! Here, you can easily swim to gorgeous reefs directly off a white sand beach or take a scenic boat ride to dramatic outer reefs. Either way, a snorkel experience in Fiji is a spectacular journey in any season. Need another reason to see it in reality? Fiji proudly stakes a claim as one of the most special destinations to snorkel with Manta Rays in the Yasawa Islands, Kadavu and Wakaya Island. Snorkelling in Fiji is fun for everyone.
Golf
If you are looking for a tropical golf destination for your clients – the search is over: You’ll have no trouble finding a golf course to suit the skill level of any of your clients here in Fiji. There are over a dozen scattered throughout the islands, with three championship courses on the main island, Viti Levu. You can also find many smaller and fun 9-hole courses elsewhere in Fiji, including at several resorts, some of the resort courses are even tidal! Golf is played widely in Fiji, and the country has produced one of the world’s top golfers, Vijay Singh, who fell in love with the game at the Nadi Airport Golf Course. For the ultimate, world-class golfing experience, Viti Levu has three spectacular 18-hole, 72-par championship courses. The Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course, arguably Fiji’s best, is located on the South West coast of the island and it offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, along with excellent facilities. This stunning course was also home to the Fiji International golf tournament from 2014 to 2018. Club and equipment hire is available at all of Fiji’s major courses.
https://www.fiji.travel/en-au/experience/golf
Natadola Bay Golf Course - http://www.natadolabay.com/
Denarau Golf & Racquet Club - https://denarau.com/golf/
Kite-Surfing
Technically, you can kite surf anywhere in Fiji as there's plenty of water and consistent onshore winds. Kiting in Fiji offers one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have on the water. The region's warm sun, robust winds and gorgeous waves are sure to rival any kiting experience you've enjoyed in the past. Top locations are the Suncoast, Namotu Island, Taveuni, Vanua Levu, Nananu-i-Ra and Suva.
Kayak
When it comes to Kayaking in Fiji there are a large number of options to suit everyone’s taste from a gentle morning paddle along the shores of your resort, to The Salt Lake River of Savusavu. Most resorts in Fiji will have kayaks available for their guests, you will also find a number of companies offer guided kayaking trips for those who want to venture a little further.
SUP - Stand Up Paddle Boarding
In Fiji any season is SUP season whether you like to paddle through waves or just seeking a serene morning off-shore session. SUP’s are available for all levels on nearly every resort with shore lines that are never crowded making great conditions for beginners and pros alike.
Rugby
Fijians are famously friendly and the national rugby teams true ambassadors of the Bula Spirit.
The Men’s Sevens Rugby team recently won Fiji another Olympic Gold Medal at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympic Games while the Women’s ‘Fijiana’ team stunned with a Bronze medal win of their own.
The teams’ passion and inspirational performances on the world stage offers some valuable lessons. To find out more about Fiji’s love of rugby, read our article on 7 lessons learned from the 7’s team - https://www.fiji.travel/articles/fiji-rugby-7-lessons-we-learned-from-the-7s-team
Volleyball
If you like to get a little bit of action into your day after a day on the beach – most resorts have a beach volleyball field and very often the day ends with a “guests vs. staff” match – which is usually won by the staff!
Ocean Swim Fiji
Ocean Swim Fiji is an annual event held in Fiji over 5 days with 3 swims for around 200 swimmers. With so much balmy ocean around the island of Fiji it makes it the perfect place to host an Ocean Swim event. Find out more here.
Adventure
Off-road
Discover Fiji’s stunning scenery on an all-weather 4-Wheel-Drive tour.
Hit the dirt & drive for a pure riding experience, or combine with other activities including village visits, mud-bath pampering, zip-lining & helicopters. Go Dirty operates rain or shine, with options for all ages & abilities. An exciting, unforgettable way to see, taste & feel the real Fiji.
Off Road Cave Safari is a half a day experience that combines the custom-built 4-Wheel-drive ride into the Sigatoka Valley including crossing the mighty Sigatoka River, which is the longest river in Fiji and then a spine-tingling immersion into the beautiful Naihehe Cave system.
Birdwatching
Birdwatching can be both - a relaxing and an exhilarating experience. The South Pacific archipelago is home to an abundance of avian wildlife. Unleash your inner Attenborough on a birding quest through the island’s dense rainforests, mangrove warrens and muddy coastal flats to observe some of these beautiful birds up close. Kadavu, Tavueni and Viti Levu with it’s diverse birdlife is one of the best spots to do birdwatching in Fiji.
Hiking and trekking
Almost every little island in Fiji has a peak that you can climb, but if you are after more than just a quick ascent, there is more to discover: Fiji's only dedicated hiking company, Talanoa Treks will take you off the beaten track to trek through Viti Levu’s hidden interior – with its dramatic peaks, pristine forests, sparkling rivers, remote villages and unique history – and truly experience Fiji's vibrant traditional culture. If you like to explore the Garden Island of Fiji, Taveuni, you can explore the 6 km long Lavena Coastal Trek.
Zip Lines
Enjoy the thrills of Fiji's Ziplines. There are three Ziplines in Fiji: at the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, at Momi Bay and in Pacific Harbour. They all offer adventurous courses woven into truly spectacular wilderness settings of caves, canyons and mountaintops. Soaring high, fast and long under the guidance of your Fijian Zip instructors make the Ziplines a fun and adrenalin rushing adventure.