Vavavi - Fijian Cooking & Cultural Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

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Are you or do you know anyone looking for a truly unique and unforgettable culinary and cultural adventure in Fiji? Look no further!

We are small, locally owned family business. Our passion lies in sharing the vibrant culture and delicious traditional cuisine of Fiji with you. Join us for a day of exploration and enjoyment as we guide you through the preparation of authentic Fijian dishes cooked in our traditional lovo (earth oven).

Immerse yourself in local cuisine and produce with a visit to the market and gain insights into where locals purchase their fresh produce on a daily basis. . Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Book your spot today and embark on a culinary journey like no other. We are able to cater for dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarians, vegans, halal, gluten-free etc.).

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Dietary Requirements

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Kava tasting

Bottled water

Lunch

Cultural activities

Preparation of at least four traditional Fijian dishes / foods

Air-conditioned vehicle

Coffee and/or Tea

Local market visit

Gratuities

Transfers from outside Nadi/Denarau area

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

• Greeted with a welcome drink • Witness the demonstration of a lovo being set up • Preparation of food that will be cooked in the lovo (earth oven) e.g. Palusami • Preparation of traditional Fijian dishes with fresh local ingredients e.g. Eggplant tavu • Morning tea • Traditional activities: Coconut scraping, weaving, and kava tasting • Local market tour • Lunch with drinks included

Sample Menu

starter

Fresh Coconut

Welcome drink upon arrival. A fresh coconut.

main

Palusami

Palusami is a traditional Polynesian dish consisting of taro leaves filled with coconut cream and other ingredients.

main

Chicken

main

Fish

main

Root Crops

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Vavavi - Fijian Cooking & Cultural Experience

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Reviews

5.00

53 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Love food, learning about culture! Then this tour is for you!
FionaLakeEacham,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderfull family run enterprise. Authentic experience from the moment we were welcomed in as family to our return to the hotel. I learnt lots about the Lovo traditional style of cooking, from grating coconut, plaiting fish into coconut leaves for cooking and setting up, preparing and then cooking with hot river stones. Lots of hands on experiences. This was the best activity I participated in while in Fiji. Highly recommended. Thank you family!
Best Tour ever
GoPlaces16833987533,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best tour ever. The family are beautiful, respectful, helpful and happy. The food was very fresh and the instruction clear. We had a really good time, learnt heaps and then ate the best meal. Suitable for all as we were all over 60 and 1 in a wheelie walker. Highly recommend this tour. Thank you to the Vavavi
Great experience and wonderful food
F7774BCheatherc,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely amazing experience! Thank you for sharing your culture & beautiful, tasty food with us! Loved the market visit & the cooking class! Highly recommend this cooking experience.
Great experience with amazing food!
Heather C,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely amazing experience! Thank you for sharing your culture & beautiful, tasty food with us! Loved the market visit & the cooking class! Highly recommend as it was a highlight of our trip for the kids and parents!
Traditional cooking in Fiji
Nick P,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a hands-on cooking experience that was one of the highlights of our trip to Fiji. We were able to participate in all aspects of the meal preparation....then we feasted. Our hosts were well organized, attentive, and very warm and welcoming. It was an amazing time. Thank you for the memories!
Authentic Fijian Experience — A Must-Do!
Darcey C,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our cooking class today was absolutely amazing! It was everything we hoped for from a cultural Fijian experience — personal, authentic, and full of warmth. We got to make a traditional lovo (similar to a hangi), which was such a unique and hands-on experience for us since none of us had ever done it before. The class is run by a lovely local family who made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. They had everything prepped and ready, guided us through each step, and shared stories about their culture and traditions along the way. You could really feel how much heart they put into what they do. The food was absolutely delicious, and the whole experience was unforgettable. We couldn’t fault a single thing — such a perfect way to learn more about Fijian culture and connect with the local community. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting Fiji!
Become part of the Vavavi family for a day
CStuckey20,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Well worth it. A full day immersed in Fijian culture, food and ceremony. Vavavi is a short drive from Denarau Island or Nadi with A/C transfers included. Spend the day with the most delightful and engaging young Fijian family who welcome you and treat you as one of their family for the day. They take you through preparing a menu of a traditional Lovo Fijian feast that you get to enjoy for lunch. It includes traditional coconut openning and shaving and a trip to the local fresh produce market finishing up with a Kava ceremony. Each of the family have great knowledge and skills and are are only willing to help you and answer any questions. We left having a greater appreciation of Fijian culture and friends.
The best Fijian meal
RoboAlice,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We loved our day with the friendliest Fijian family, who graciously shared their home, garden, lifestyle and culture. The food was delicious and we learnt how to prepared and cook Fijian style. Thank you fir a wonderful day
Great!
Trail27112293544,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great, well organised, informative and delicious experience. Easy hands on food preparation, fire making and an interesting market visit. Annie and her family are very welcoming.
Food, Fun and Family in Fiji
Z6216QLjennyg,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best day ay Vavavi Cooking and Cultural Experience while here in Fiji. We learnt about the Fijian culture and were able to help prepare a traditional Lovo lunch, which we got to enjoy. It was amazing, and there was definitely plenty of food! It's a local family businees, and Ana and the family were absolutely wonderful hosts, who were open, welcoming and lots of fun. They shared stories, taught us about the local produce they use, and were patient and helpful when showing us how to assist with the preparations. A great day; and definitely a must do!