"Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple''

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the real Fiji on a half-day tour of the Coral Coast, departing from Nadi or Denarau. Visit a local school and bargain like a local at Sigatoka market. Learn about the traditional pottery of Fiji, and take part in a customary kava ceremony .

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Air-conditioned vehicle

All Fees and Taxes

Driver/Guide

Food and drinks, except as specified

You can buy your meal/food at tappoo shop

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Lawai Pottery Village

Lawai Pottery Village in Fiji is a cultural haven where Fijian pottery takes center stage. Guests are welcomed with a traditional kava ceremony, followed by witnessing skilled artisans crafting intricate pottery pieces. Engage in a lively Fijian meke dance, immersing yourself in the vibrant local culture. Explore pottery shops and galleries to discover a range of stunning Fijian pottery, from functional pieces to decorative sculptures. This immersive experience offers a deep appreciation for Fijian artistry and traditions, leaving visitors with cherished memories of Lawai Pottery Village's rich cultural heritage.

30 minutes • Admission Included

Sigatoka municipal market

Visit Sigatoka Market and discover a whole lot of local produce, fruits and vegetables. Feel free to purchase anything that may interest you and also feel free to chat or ask any questions to the local market vendors. Sigatoka is also known as the Salad Bowl of Fiji because of how rich they are on fruits and vegetables.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Group Discount from Nadi

hiking & Sightseeing
Shared
Duration: 8 hours
coral coast
Tokota Mini Van
Pickup included

Nadi/Coral Coast Option

Hiking &Sightseeing
Shared
Duration: 8 hours
Own Cost
Coral Coast
Toyota Mini Van
Pickup included

Reviews

4.85

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing tour
rpascal5,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an amazing tour! The company, Valentine's tours ensure that we had a great experience, and enjoyed every minute! Also since the time permitted, came up with additional activities for us. Happy we booked this tour
Day trip
Tanya L,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tour highlight was the trip to the Village. They were so welcoming and the performance they gave us was great. I would drop the fruit and vegetables markets from the tour. We were there for less than 10 minutes and our guide explained nothing. There needs to be notice that you have to walk to the sand dunes and it is a minimum 2 hour round trip for the fit. There is a shorter path but still takes 40 minutes with some hills involved
Day trip
BackPacker714946,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Great day. Bobby and Shaggi were both very nice. The village was excellent. I would suggest the fruit and vegetables markets was a waste of time. Sand dunes were nice. Tour company should let potential tourists know of the walk involved and allow time for anyone that wants to do the full walk
Awsome tour.
V3624MGcarolel,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Bobby the guide and the driver was excellent with us. Bobby explained everything about the culture of fiji. I particularly like the school and the pottery village. I'll take another tour with those guys if I could. Thank you for the day.
Perfect for a Fiji layover
Wojciech J,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great introduction to Fiji, a tour combining interesting cultural experiences and stunning nature. My guide/driver was a very good source of information about the country, he was able to answer every question on history, society and politics of Fiji. I had a great layover!
Great Day Exploring Fiji
Explorer45813558334,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time learning about Fijian pottery and visiting the temple. Anand was our tour guide and was an endless fount of knowledge about Fiji’s culture, life, and history.
A great cultural experience
Andrew F,
Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Visiting the Food bowl, the pottery village where we danced with the ladies after the welcome ceremony. Views from the lookout at the national park. Our local driver Morrie customised our tour and showed us the sand dunes where they trained for the rugby and views from various locations that he knew would give great pictures of the river and town.
Don’t miss this
Claire T,
Aug 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We ended up on a private tour for this as I don’t think many people know about the Sigatoka sand dunes! The boat tours are really popular, but you should definitely try to do this tour as well. An hour drive from Nadi, our guide Deo took us to a village where the women make pottery by hand, which we got to watch them do. We participated in a kava ceremony with them and then had a chance to buy some of their pottery- a real treat! The highlight was the sand dunes. If they ask if you’d like to do the short walk to the dunes or the long walk, choose the long walk and you won’t regret it- be ready to climb up some pretty steep sand! And unforgettable experience. The photos don’t do it justice!
Different experiences vs water activities
Kazue T,
May 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Anand explained to us about Fiji culture including education system and economy, we were the only people on the tour and he let us explore the places on our pace. Pottery village was a wonderful experience. Kava ceremony and dance. We even got to dance with them! Fascinating way to make a pottery. Walk in the sand dune was peaceful.
Fun way to see Fiji
Kazue T,
May 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were the only two who joined this tour. Anand was very friendly and knowledge about Fiji culture, and helped us understand Fiji. He was friendly and gave us ample time to enjoy places we visited - the village, the market, shopping amd sand dune. The van was comfortable too.

From FJD 259.00