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• Better than another island beach day!

  Heather N,,Jan 31, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  This 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

  5.00

  Worth 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.

• Indian origin and brown skin people be aware

  Neel B,,Dec 30, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  1.00

  Tour guide absolutely hated Indian, brown skinned people. We were treated very poorly. Though the driver, boat man and others were helpful. We won't recommend any person of Indian origin or even with Indian skin color to go for this tour. The tour guide even gave small gifts to white skinned people at the end and we were just ignored. At least happy that we could make it back to our hotel safely. This was definitely a mis-adventure, wastage of money and a whole day lost. The tour guide's hatred is so strong, that he was even cursing a variety of bird, calling them of Indian origin that apparently broke other bird's nests!!!!

• Highlight of our Fiji trip!

  Craig R,,Dec 30, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  A lengthy trip from Denarau but the scenery along the coast is so beautiful it goes by quickly. Our guide/host was fantastic. He was kind, approachable and extremely funny and our kids loved him. He spoke from the heart and he is very passionate about preserving Fijian culture and traditional methods. The cruise up the river was picture perfect. The waterfall swim is definitely cold but you’d regret not doing it! The whole day was absolutely perfect and a good way to squeeze in a lot of sight seeing, culture and local food into the one day. We couldn’t recommend enough!

  

• Well worth the trip

  Karen D,,Dec 17, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Loved the boat and rafting ride. Waterfall was worth the trip. Nem and family at the village were amazing.

• Great way to experience the true Fiji

  Peter B,,Nov 28, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Did this tour yesterday and what an experience it was. Despite the almost three hours bus ride each way, the tour was well worth it. Our tour guide from the village was Nem and he was excellent. He was so passionate about his history and culture… I think that made the tour all the more special. Once we arrived at the family village, we jumped aboard a long boat and went up the Havua River with its small rapids for quite some way. Then we arrived at this amazing waterfall after a short walk. And even though it did rain, we still all decided to take a swim at the base of the falls. Then our trip back to the village part of the way on a bamboo raft. Once back at the village we were treated to a talk about the food preparation (Lovo?), a cava ceremony and then traditional dancing and singing. And then we were treated to a Fijian lunch prepared by the women of the village - delicious. I chose to have a 15 minute massage before we headed back to my hotel. An absolutely delightful, fun and educational day. The Fijian people who participated in this tour delivery were just beautiful and an absolute joy. The friendliest people on earth… possibly. Strongly recommended but do take appropriate swimwear and shoes to change into. A special thank you to Peter who was our excellent bus driver for the day.

• Awesome trip!

  Bonita G,,Nov 25, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  It's worth the 3+ hour drive from Nadi for this wonderful experience! The local tour guide is truly proud of his village and heritage! The lunch was delicious!

• Absolutely Amazing

  MoZaha W,,Nov 21, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  WOWWWW!! one of the best experiences, from learning about the culture to swimming under the waterfall. It was absolutely beautiful. And the meal they make you is soooo yummy. Loved every second, would recommend to literally anyone

• Absolutely amazing tour

  Chekee76,,Nov 17, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had an amazing experience with Nem on the Jewel of Fiji tour. We were a small family group of four, and the only booking for the day, which made the tour incredibly personal and intimate. Nem was absolutely hilarious and had a wealth of knowledge about the area, its history, local culture, and life in general. His sense of humor kept everyone engaged, and his insights added so much value to the day. Added adventure was trekking over and around the debris from the storm the previous two nights. Nem and the boys definitely made sure the path was clear and safe to keep walking. Unfortunately we couldn't enjoy the bamboo raft as it had been placed up a tree, upside-down and damaged from the flooding, but as a positive we had more time at the waterfall. Highly recommend this tour — worth every cent and more. Nem...We bloody love ya mate!

• Nice experience into Fiji

  Joann P,,Nov 11, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  So glad we went on this. Always wanted to swim under/near a waterfall. The water was cold but was so worth it! Our guide was absolutely amazing! Loved the experience in the village, I went for the massage and it was worth it. We stayed in denarau so it was a long drive but recommend

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