Backpack the most beautiful - Yasawa Islands, Fiji
Yasawa Islands are undoubtedly one of Fiji's hidden gems when it comes to beautiful places. It is a range of untouched islands - rather volcanic islands, I would say that climb out of the crystal clear blue oceans. These islands are a must visit place for every adventurer visiting Fiji. I would surely run out of words if I would try to describe the beauty so I would list the important things for any visitor to refer.
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Things to do
1. From April to November, you can experience snorkeling as the Yasawas are home to the majestic manta rays, you can enjoy watching them perform loops as they feed.
2. Enjoy Scuba diving and snorkeling also the special shark dives as Yasawa islands have spectecular marine life.
3. Take a ride on speed boat and enjoy the beautiful tropical water
4. Spend time in village with local people, one can have a great experience of a fijian culture
5. The Sawa-i-lau caves are a must see spot. This experience can be the most valuable one! You swim through the chambers and end up in a secret dark chamber. It’s scary but worth trying.
6. The famous Blue Lagoon beach is also one of the must mention places. You can relax and enjoy the beautiful beach.
WEATHER
As it is located on the North Western side of the mainland, the Yasawas don't have much rain throughout the year. There are warm sunny days throughout the year. It’s windy in the most months of the year so that it does not get too hot.
How to get there?
You can take a catamaran trip to the Yasawa Islands. This trip will take around 6 hours from Nadi to the resort island of Yasawa. You can choose the more comfortable and reliable option of seaplanes to reach the Yasawa Island Instead of taking a catamaran or a boat which will consume more time and less comfortable.
Getting around Yasawas
There are many transport which is known as Red Boat / Caterman Boat and other options too. According to your budget and comfort requirement you can choose. Yasawas is a developed tourist place in Fiji, so the locals have all the packages available for transfers and adventures. Hiking, Snorkeling, boat ride, sea plane and a lot more other things at good price.
Stay
Find a stay according to your need is the easiest task at Yasawa islands. Pre-booking is preferred as Yasawas is 365 days place and people from all over the world come to visit. A lot of luxurious hotels are available. I would like to leave the choice on you as the place itself is going to add a super luxurious experience regardless to your stay.