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Getting Around by Air
Air Fiji (PC) (website: www.airfiji.com.fj) and Pacific Sun (website: www.airpacific.com) operate shuttle services around the islands. The flight time from Nadi to Suva is approximately 30 minutes. Turtle Airways (website: www.turtleairways.com) flies to the privately-owned Turtle Island resort from Nadi.
Air Passes
Discover Fiji: available with Air Fiji (tel: 331 3666 or 5055; website: www.airfiji.com.fj). Gives virtually unlimited flights for 30 days. It is only sold outside of Fiji in conjunction with an international flight ticket. Children over two and under 12 years of age pay 75% of the fare.
Getting Around by Water
Most resorts have their own boat transport, some have catamaran services. Government and local shipping companies operate passenger services linking the outer islands. Yachts and cabin cruisers are available for charter; enquire at the shipping agents, being sure to confirm all arrangements with the captain once the vessel is in port. A number of ferries operate between the major islands, including the Patterson Brothers, Beachcomber Cruises (tel: 666 1500; website: www.beachcomberfiji.com) and Consort Shipping.
Getting Around by Road
Traffic drives on the left. Main roads are paved. Beware of livestock on the roads as they wander freely during the night, although it is best to avoid driving during the night altogether. When driving past villages, drivers are advised to slow down as locals use the roads as footpaths. The approximate driving time from Nadi to Suva is three hours. The main roads on Viti Levu follow the coast, linking the main centres.
Bus: The larger islands have good and inexpensive bus networks. The buses are open-windowed with tarpaulins at the ready if it rains; buses can be hailed between stops. Speedier options are carriers (small trucks) between Suva and Nadi, and minibuses between Suva and Lautoka. Express air-conditioned buses operate between Suva and Nadi and between Suva and Lautoka.
Taxi: Taxis are widely available. Drivers tend to only use their meter in Suva. Elsewhere, check with locals what an acceptable price should be before embarking on a taxi journey.
Car hire: International car hire companies are represented. Car hire can be relatively expensive; 4-wheel drive is recommended for islands other than Viti Levu. Limousines and chauffeurs are also available.
Regulations: The speed limit in built-up areas is 50kph (31mph) and 80kph (50mph) on highways. The minimum age for car hire is 21 or sometimes 25. Front seat passengers must wear seat belts at all times.
Documentation: Valid national or international driving licence required. Third party insurance is compulsory.
Bus: The larger islands have good and inexpensive bus networks. The buses are open-windowed with tarpaulins at the ready if it rains; buses can be hailed between stops. Speedier options are carriers (small trucks) between Suva and Nadi, and minibuses between Suva and Lautoka. Express air-conditioned buses operate between Suva and Nadi and between Suva and Lautoka.
Taxi: Taxis are widely available. Drivers tend to only use their meter in Suva. Elsewhere, check with locals what an acceptable price should be before embarking on a taxi journey.
Car hire: International car hire companies are represented. Car hire can be relatively expensive; 4-wheel drive is recommended for islands other than Viti Levu. Limousines and chauffeurs are also available.
Regulations: The speed limit in built-up areas is 50kph (31mph) and 80kph (50mph) on highways. The minimum age for car hire is 21 or sometimes 25. Front seat passengers must wear seat belts at all times.
Documentation: Valid national or international driving licence required. Third party insurance is compulsory.