TOURIST ATTRACTION PLACES IN FIJI
Kula Eco Park
At Kula Eco Park in Sigatoka, you can hold the rare Fijian crested iguana, capture close-up images of Fiji’s beautiful native birds, and learn about captive breeding programs for some of the country’s endangered species. Wooden boardwalks thread through more than 12 acres of forest, along the valley floor and canopy, where you can see tropical plants; lizards; snakes; and native birds, including doves, parrots, and waterbirds. Marine exhibits house tropical fish, colorful soft coral, and sea turtles. This is a fun attraction for critter-loving kids and adults alike.
Sigatoka Sand Dunes
About 60 kilometers south of Nadi, Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park was the country’s first national park, established to protect this fragile ecosystem of coastal dunes near the mouth of the Sigatoka River. Formed over thousands of years, the dunes range in height from 20 to 60 meters, with breathtaking views of the surf from the highest peaks. To explore the park, you can choose from two self-guided walks: a one-hour walk through a forest to the beach or a two-hour walk along the ridgeline. Highlights include visiting the archaeological sites to see ancient Lapita artifacts, including more than two-thousand-year-old pottery, stone tools, and one of the biggest burial sites in the Pacific. Birdwatching is also popular, and the small visitor center displays some interesting artifacts found at the site as well as information about its history and ecology
Garden of the Sleeping Giant and Sabeto Hot Springs
About 60 kilometers south of Nadi, Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park was the country’s first national park, established to protect this fragile ecosystem of coastal dunes near the mouth of the Sigatoka River. Formed over thousands of years, the dunes range in height from 20 to 60 meters, with breathtaking views of the surf from the highest peaks. To explore the park, you can choose from two self-guided walks: a one-hour walk through a forest to the beach or a two-hour walk along the ridgeline. Highlights include visiting the archaeological sites to see ancient Lapita artifacts, including more than two-thousand-year-old pottery, stone tools, and one of the biggest burial sites in the Pacific. Birdwatching is also popular, and the small visitor center displays some interesting artifacts found at the site as well as information about its history and ecology
Fiji Museum
You can learn all about Fiji’s fascinating culture and history at this small museum in central Suva, set within Thurston Gardens. It is widely considered one of the best museums in the South Pacific, with exhibits on the culture of the indigenous Fijians, British colonial history, the influence of the country’s large Indian population, and Fiji’s natural history. In the maritime exhibits, double-hulled Fijian canoes and a bilibili (bamboo raft) are on display, as well as the rudder from the HMS Bounty. Other highlights include exhibits on the practise of cannibalism, shards of pottery found at the Sigatoka Dunes archeological sites, and works by contemporary Fijian artists. After admiring all the exhibits, you can relax with a picnic under the palms and fig trees in the surrounding botanical gardens.
Pacific Harbour
Less than 50 kilometers from Suva, Pacific Harbour is the self-proclaimed “Adventure Capital of Fiji.” This upscale enclave of vacation homes and resorts began its life as a residential canal development in the 1970s, and today, it’s evolving into a hot spot for adrenaline sports. Popular activities here include river rafting on the nearby Upper Navua River, zip-lining, jet skiing, surfing, 4WD adventures, and a heart-pumping dive with bull sharks in Beqa Lagoon. If you prefer more low-key activities, Pacific Harbour is also home to a popular arts village with restaurants, souvenir stalls, and cultural shows. Accommodation options range from budget hostels to luxury resorts, and the brand new Pacific Palm Marina is underway, with restaurants, upscale residences, a golf course, and spa. About 20 minutes by car from Pacific Harbour, Kila World offers ropes courses and nature walks.