Jewel Of Fiji incl Fijian Village, waterfall & Lunch(Nadi Hotels)
Overview
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After being picked up from your hotel you’ll travel to the adventure capital district of Fiji, Pacific Harbor/Navua to begin a journey to a world away from the cares of modern living. Take a cruise up the Navua river, past villages, farmlands, pristine tropical rainforests, deep gorges/canyons, meandering rapids and numerous cascading waterfalls. Stop for a refreshing swim in Navua Rivers biggest waterfall before leisurely ride on the unsinkable "HMS BILIBILI" (bamboo raft) a reenactment of centuries old only means of transportation down river. A Fijian warrior will escort you to the village meeting house to experience age-old customs and traditions with a customary welcome yaqona (kava) ceremony.. This sacred ceremony is only performed to visiting high chiefs or very important people. Learn the History of the village established by lone Englishman John Humphrey Danford. Cultural dances by the men and women of the village, tuck into your hearty Fiji buffet "Lovo" Lunch.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration of travel from your respective hotel approx. 2.5hrs - 3hrs. After being picked up from your hotel, Experience Fiji's Natural Beauty as you travel from the burning west past Sugarcane farms, resorts, villages, farms to the adventure capital district of Fiji, Pacific Harbor/Navua. A 15 mins coffee & restroom stop along the way before continuing your journey here. Below is approx. time spent on tour itinerary. 45 mins long boat up Navua River to the Magic Waterfall 30 minutes Refreshing Waterfall swim 45 minutes bamboo raft for a smooth 30 minute-ride on the method of transport favored by Fiji's native ancestors. Boat ride to the village. 2 hours Enter a traditional village, with a Fijian Warrior escort. welcome yaqona ceremony. Learn our history & Culture Cultural dances by the Village men & women. Tapa painting, mat & basket weaving . Unearth your "lovo" lunch cooked underground Buffet Lunch A village tour / walk Fijian farewell song before departing village.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Activities as listed in itinerary
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Radisson Blu Resort
Pickup from Radisson Blu lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Wailoaloa Beach Hotels
Inclusive of return transfers from & to Hotels located along Wailoaloa Beach. Pickup time around 6.30 am from your hotel lobby for bus trip to our river base location
Pickup included
Bluewater Lodge
Pickup from the Bluewater Lodge lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Double Tree Resort
Pickup 7am from Mainland
Pickup included
Denarau Island Hotels - Nadi
Inclusive of return transfers from & to Denarau Island Hotels - Nadi.
Pickup time around 6.45 am from your hotel lobby for bus trip to our river base location.
Pickup included
Capricorn International Hotel
Capricorn International Hotel : Pickup from the Capricorn International Hotel lobby is at 6:00am
Pickup included
Trans International Hotel
Pickup from the Trans International hotel lobby is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Bamboo Travellers
Pickup from the Bamboo Travellers lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Travellers Beach Resort
Pickup from the Travellers Beach Resort lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Vuda Hotels
Inclusive of return transfers from & to Hotels located in Vuda. Pickup time around 6.00 am from your hotel lobby for bus trip to our river base location
Pickup included
Westin Denarau
Pickup from Westin Denarau lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Novotel Nadi
Pickup from the Novotel Nadi lobby at 6.00 am
Pickup included
Marriott Resort Momi Bay Fiji
7am pickup from The Marriott Resort lobby
The Ideal Bed & Breakfast
The Ideal B&B: Pickup from the Ideal B&B is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Smugglers Cove
Smugglers Cove : Pickup from the Smugglers Cove hotel lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Hilton Resort
Pickup from the Hilton Resort lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
The Palms Denarau
Pickup from The Palms Denarau lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Nadi Bay Resort
Pickup from the Nadi Bay Resort lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Ramada Suites
Pickup from the Ramada Suites lobby is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Sheraton Villas
Pickup from Sheraton Villas lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Oasis Palms
Pickup from the Oasis Palms hotel lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Sofitel Resort
Pickup from Sofitel Resort lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Fantasy Island
Pickup from the Fantasy Island lobby is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Fiji Gateway
Pickup from the Fiji Gateway lobby is at 6:00am
Pickup included
The Beach Club Wailoaloa
Pickup from the Beach Club lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Hexagon Hotel Nadi
Pickup from the Hexagon hotel lobby in Nadi is at 6:00am
Pickup included
Mercure Hotel Nadi
Pickup from the Mercure Hotel lobby in Nadi is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Sheraton Resort & Spa
Pickup from Sheraton Resort & Spa lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Aquarius on The Beach
Aquarius on the Beach: Pickup from the Aquarius on the Beach lobby is at 6.15am
Pickup included
Club Wyndham Resort Denarau
Club Wyndham Resort: Pickup from the Club Wyndham Resort lobby is at 6.30am
Pickup included
Tokatoka Resort
Pickup from the Tokatoka Resort lobby is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Resort Relax @ Sonaisali
Pickup 7am from Resort Relax lobby
Pickup included
Tanoa International Hotel
Pickup from the Tanoa International hotel lobby is at 6.00am
Pickup included
Reviews
579 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fully recommend .
godwins2013,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My first time to Fiji and didn't know what to expect however I was most impressed from the moment I stepped out of the taxi , the welcolme was unreal . Check in was easy and welcoming . The room was exceptional and cool . There is an area at this hotel for adults only , not just the pool but the restaurant , so quiet . The most enjoyable week I have had ! All the staff are very friendly and helpfull.
A true Jewel of Fijian Cultural experience.
JESSICA F,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very chill, fun, and very informative cultural experience from the Navua Village locals. Nem is definitely a hardworker and sarcastically hilarious. He is a true-born leader of this village and definitely loves what he does (while he take his meditative breaths. Lol 🤣) GREAT LOVO LUNCH and cultural performance. Please try the fish, taro and lolo dish! It was my fave! Praneel, our driver, is a great driver, made the drive to and from, which was very long, not much more stressful. Haha Definitely book this 3xperience when you're in Nadi, ypu won't regret. But if you want a more adventure-filled time, check out the River-tubing experience which is from the same Village and just across each other. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! VINAKA VAKALEVU AND MOCE FOR NOW!! 🤍
Great Day Trip!
Kiralee R,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was one of our favourite days spent in Fiji. The guides are all awesome and make the day very enjoyable. Loved everything about our day and would highly recommend. We went in the wet season (March) so the river looked dirty due to recent rain but we still loved it. We were staying in Port Denarau and even with the longer travel time this tour was one of our favourites! If we return to Fiji we will do this tour again.
An amazing excursion
Richard M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must-do excursion in Fiji. We stayed on Denaru Island so the van ride was a bit far, 1.5hours one way but well worth the time. The Fijian village people are so kind, welcoming, and very interesting to learn about their village, customs and culture. The waterfall is beautiful. Mostly retired people in our party and we manged the long boats, short hike to the falls, and swimming. Great lunch cooked Lovo-style and by the villagers.
Fijian culture
Judy C,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The best experience of the Fijian culture! From the long boat ride, to the raft ride, a waterfall swim, a sacred ceremony, a snake dance and a fabulous Fijian lunch! I would highly recommend this excursion!
A wonderful insight into Fijian life and culture
ChrissieFrance,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible Fijian experience including a wooden canoe trip up river & through rapids to an almost hidden waterfall - ideal to cool off in the pool below. Coming back down was partly by canoe & partly bamboo raft when Captain Issac gave us some insight into his village way of life both past and present. The visit to his village included a delicious traditional Fijian lunch (much better than resort food 😋) & then displays of traditional dances, culture & artwork expertly led by Nem. A must do excursion when visiting Fiji
Everyone who travels to...
Pamela E,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Everyone who travels to Fiji should have this experience. It's such a wonderful introduction to the Fijian culture, people, food, crafts and natural environment! It was lots of fun!
Fantastic experience
Alec W,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00All around a fantastic experience. Everything was so amazing for the warm greeting, to the farewell. The boat tour was incredible with the stunning scenery and the waterfall was incredible to cool off in on a sweltering day. Back in the village the food was fantastic, prepared so well along with the cultural learnings and just learning more around another way. The tour organisers and operators were so warm and friendly and incredibly passionate.
Better than another island beach day!
Heather N,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great! They originally messaged me late the night before to cancel, saying I was the only one booked which was really annoying, but then they called back early the next morning to say a few more people had joined and we could proceed if I wanted. Peter picked me up from my hotel and we drove on our own for about an hour before reaching the next pick-up spot. There was one more pick up after that but found out the couple had actually rescheduled, so it ended up being just the two of us on the tour! Once we arrived in the village, we were turned over to Isaac who led the rest of the tour. He took us out on a motorized boat down the Navua River and provided commentary along the way. There was a short hike to the waterfall where we were able to swim. Then we went back to the boat, transferred to the bamboo raft for a bit (a very cool experience!), and then back to the motorized boat to return to the village. The whole boat ride was beautiful with multiple waterfalls to be seen along the way. Once back in the village, we could change into dry clothes before being treated to traditional dances, a kava ceremony, and lovo lunch. Isaac explained everything very well, and we got to participate, too. It was all very entertaining, but I also felt honored that they were willing to host us in their home and share their traditions with us. I was there the last day of school break and Isaac's children were adorable- especially Deborah who sat with me for a bit and held my hand while we were walking around the village. The children also participated in the ceremony and songs- it was nice to see how they are learning the traditional ways and culture at a young age (Deborah is 3). I learned so much about the village and history (including their cannibalistic past!). Peter drove me back to my hotel after we learned more about the importance of coconuts (used for more than just food and drink), weaving, and other art they practice (the ceremonial house was painted by Isaac's mother). The overall travel time was about 6 hours, round trip, so it's quite a ways from Nadi, but it was worth it! If you want to do something different and not just have another beach day, book this trip! It was perfect!
Waterfall Trip
Mandy L,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Worth the 3 hours there and back from Nadi. Our guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. The boat trip, waterfall, rafting, lunch, basket-making were all excellent. Opportunity for massage and shopping good too.
From A$155.00
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