Travel Tips
Fiji
Coral reefs, palm-fringed islands and warm hospitality make Fiji a classic South Pacific escape.
- Capital
- Suva
- Currency
- Fijian dollar (FJD)
- Language
- English, Fijian, Hindi
- Best overall
- May to October
- Emergency
- Police 917, fire and ambulance 911
- Electricity
- 240V, plug type I
Top Destinations
Many nationalities can visit visa-free for a limited stay. You may need a valid onward ticket. Check the rule for your passport. Passport validity rules vary, so check the requirements before you book.
Read about visa on arrival, e-visas and online registration →
Still have specific visa questions?
May to October is drier and less humid. November to April is warmer and wetter, and cyclones are possible.
Not sure which month suits your trip?
Mamanuca Islands
Close to Nadi, with resorts and clear lagoons.
Yasawa Islands
More remote, with dramatic scenery and beaches.
Nadi
The main international gateway and a useful base.
Taveuni
The Garden Island, known for waterfalls and diving.
Suva
The lively capital on the main island.
Need help choosing where to go?
- Days 1 to 2 Nadi
- Days 3 to 6 Mamanuca Islands
- Days 7 to 10 Yasawa Islands
Want a route planned around your dates?
- Boat transfers and small planes link the islands. Book ahead in high season.
- Check ferry times, as sea conditions can change plans.
Not sure how to get between places?
- Carry Fijian dollars for smaller islands and villages. Resorts take cards.
- Buy an eSIM before you fly or a local SIM on arrival, so maps work from day one.
Questions about costs, cash or SIM cards?
- Kokoda: raw fish in coconut and lime.
- Lovo: food cooked in an earth oven.
- Roti and curries, reflecting Fiji's Indian heritage.
Want tips on what and where to eat?
- In villages, dress modestly, remove hats, and follow local customs.
- Check for reef safety and currents before you swim or snorkel.
Planning a trip to Fiji?
Book a one-on-one call and bring your questions about your route, costs and visa.
Information on this page may change, so please confirm the latest visa and entry requirements and your government travel advice on official websites before you travel.