fabulous fiji: service and adventure
10 Days, 9 Nights
Fiji, a South Pacific paradise, consists of over 330 tropical islands whose inhabitants are ready to greet you with the friendly ‘Bula’ spirit. Secluded from the outside world, Fiji boasts volcanic peaks, mesmerizing coral reefs, lush rainforests, untouched beaches and inviting tropical waters.
During this tour, your role will involve looking after kindergarten children and assisting the teachers with various activities. You will also immerse yourself in Fijian culture by experiencing a Kava ceremony and mastering the art of building traditional Bure houses.
There is plenty of time for fun too. You will discover the awe-inspiring Sand Dunes National Park, embark on treks to concealed waterfalls and explore the capital, Suva. Additionally, your trip will take you into the highlands, indulge in Fiji's art scene, and cruise to islands to swim in pristine tropical waters. If you are brave enough, a zip-line adventure reveals Fiji's beauty from above.
Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to Fiji! You land at Nadi airport, where you will be met by your tour manager and taken to your accommodation at the Coral Coast. Once you are settled in, there will be an introduction to Fiji and its customs, a meeting about your upcoming project and what to expect over the next few days.
Overnight: Coral Coast
Day 2: Bure Houses & Kava Ceremony
After breakfast, you will spend the morning learning how to build a traditional Fijian house known as a Bure. After working up an appetite, it’s time to help the local villagers prepare lunch using the traditional method of digging a pit and placing hot coals inside, known as a ‘lovo’ oven. Following lunch, you will be treated to a Kava ceremony, where you, the visitor, will become one people with the villagers.
Overnight: Coral Coast
Day 3: Kindergarten & Sand Dunes
Today is your first morning working with the kindergarten children, assisting the teachers in class and supporting them in educational activities.
Following lunch, you will visit one of Fiji’s natural wonders, the Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park. These dunes are home to an ancient burial site and provide a backdrop of spectacular scenery, so don’t forget to bring your camera!
Overnight: Coral Coast
Day 4: Kindergarten & Trek to Waterfall
Another morning at the kindergarten, spending time in playful interaction with the children and offering classroom support as required. The afternoon is spent on a trek leading to a concealed waterfall where you can enjoy a refreshing swim.
Overnight: Coral Coast
Day 5: Final day at the Kindergarten
It’s time to spend your last morning with the children and then say goodbye. After your final lunch at the Coral Coast, you’ll head to the next accommodation at Pacific Harbour to enjoy the afternoon at the beach.
Overnight: Uprising Beach Resort, Pacific Harbour
Day 6: City and Nature
An early start for a busy day. In Fiji’s capital Suva you will take a guided tour of the city center and main market. Then an opportunity to learn more about Fiji’s history at the Fiji Museum, which contains artefacts dating back 3,500 years.
In the afternoon you will make your way to Colo-i-Suva (pronounced tholo-ee-soo-va), a retreat that attracts Suva's locals seeking refuge from city life. Here you can relax within an oasis of lush rainforest adorned with tropical vegetation and melodic birdsong. There is a brief hike to freshwater pools for a relaxing swim to cool off, surrounded by Fiji’s native birds and stunning scenery.
Overnight: Uprising Beach Resort, Pacific Harbour
Day 7: Highland Adventure
Today begins with a cruise up the breathtaking Navua River. Once you get to the top, you’ll float back downriver on gentle rapids in an innertube (known as tubing). A traditional Fijian lunch is served in the afternoon at a riverside village. In the evening, you will be treated to a Meke dance (pronounced meh-kay), a traditional storytelling dance used to send messages between villages.
Overnight: Uprising Beach Resort, Pacific Harbour
Day 8: Pacific Harbour to Nadi
After breakfast, you will journey to Nadi and check in to your new hotel. After lunch you have the chance to unleash your creative spirit in ‘Colors of Fiji’ at Sigavou Studios. The project begins with an interactive presentation and tour of the gallery, where you will hear some of the back stories behind the Fiji-inspired artwork.
Later on you will have the chance to collaborate with young artists, employing some of the distinctive techniques associated with Sigavou Studios. Here you can create your own artwork to take home, using stencils to pattern barkcloth with dyes derived from mangrove sap, or blending vibrant acrylic paints.
Overnight: Novotel, Nadi
Day 9: Island Cruise
Get ready to experience Fiji from the sea. Today's voyage combines a thrilling cruise exploring the outer Mamanuca Islands and a three-hour visit to South Sea Island.
Once on the island you can indulge in some snorkeling and water sports, or get the adrenaline going with a semi-submersible ride to see the coral reefs and marine life. Following a BBQ lunch, there is a scenic cruise on a high-speed catamaran around the Mamanuca Islands. You will sail around many islands, including Treasure, Beachcomber, Mana, Castaway, Malolo and Likuliku.
Overnight: Nadi
Day 10: Zipline and Mud Baths
You will spend the morning on a flying adventure at the Sleeping Giant Zip Line Fiji Adventure Park, with zip lines, waterfalls and a jungle safari. Those heroic enough can witness an aerial view across the tropical rainforest on the zip line tour. The safari tour takes you on a hike through the jungle, where you can cool off from the humid climate by taking a swim at yet more waterfalls. The park’s riverside deli restaurant will serve you lunch before departing to the Sabeto Mud Pool and Hot Springs.
Nestled in the lush Sabeto Valley, one of Fiji’s hidden gems awaits you in the afternoon, with three thermal springs of varying temperatures. This natural and therapeutic treatment is perfect for relaxing after your busy adventure. Then finally, back to the hotel for your last evening together before heading home.
Overnight: Nadi
Day 11: Departure
It’s sota tale from Fiji; the airport is just a short drive from your hotel.
What is included:
Activities:
Trek to a concealed waterfall
Trip to Colo-i-Suva
Swimming in freshwater pools
Cruise on the Navaua River
‘Tubing’ on the Navaua River
Meke Dance performance
Colors of Fiji art session at Sigavou Studios
Sea Cruise to South Sea Island
Water sports
Snorkeling
Semi-submersible ride
High-speed catamaran cruise around the Mamanuca Islands
Zip line Tour
Safari Tour through the jungle
Visit to Sabeto Hot Spring and Mud Pool
Accommodation and services
All meals included
A 24/7 tour manager accompanying you throughout the trip
Private transportation throughout the trip
Accommodation onsite for project
3 or 4* Hotel for the rest of the trip
All meals included
Medical insurance up to $50,000 and baggage insurance
Tickets and tours:
Visit to Fiji Museum
Guided tour of Suva
Visit to Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park
Projects:
Building a traditional Bure house
Teaching kindergarten children
Not included in this Trip:
International Flights (we can arrange these for you)
Visas where applicable
Any vaccination required
Cancellation insurance (Medical insurance up to $50,000 and baggage insurance are included)