Yasawa Islands Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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 The Yasawa Islands are a group of around 20 volcanic islands located on the north-west side of Fiji’s main island – Viti Levu. They are known for their grassy peaks, stunning views, white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs.


What Makes Them One of the Favoured Destinations?

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Well, the truth is that the Yasawa Islands are a haven for nature lovers, and they certainly are a dream come true for every mariner and those with an adventurous spirit.
The thing that makes these islands so popular and the number one destination for people from all over the world is their natural and exotic beauty. This beauty of theirs, in fact, has made them the perfect spots for making Hollywood movie sets and reality shows.

These islands are one of those places that allow you to reserve your patch of paradise on a single island or explore the archipelago and visit all of its amazing places. Whether you want to see the awe-inspiring Sawa-i-Lau caves, dip your toes in the waters and tan on the white sandy beaches, or you want to swim with mesmerising mantas and discover the underwater world and its coral gardens, you can do all that without a problem.
The truth is that these islands can offer a lot, so whether you book an affordable rustic bungalow or stay in one of its chic boutiques, experiencing the islands' culture and food is just one of the few things you can do there. 

Things to Do

Sawa-i-lau Caves

These caves certainly are something with which these islands can be proud, so visiting them should be on top of your list. In fact, no trip to these islands can be complete without making a stop there and exploring their beauty. Both of the limestone caverns are dominated by the stunning saltwater swimming pools, where the first is lit by a natural overhead vent and the second is around a more secretive cave that can be accessed only by an underwater tunnel. Mysterious and stunning, rich in history and steeped in captivating local legends and myths, these caves certainly are the most popular day trip destination when stepping on the soil of these amazing islands.

Manta Rays Yasawa

If you want to be close to the majestic underwater world and have an unforgettable experience, you can always swim with the Yasawa’s manta rays. Between the months of May and October, the majestic manta rays gather in a small, shallow channel off Drawaqa Island to feed. Swimming with them is a magical bucket-list experience as it allows you to snorkel around these gentle, gigantic ocean creatures with wingspans of about 5 metres. They might be one of the most gigantic creatures in the ocean, but they certainly are the most peaceful ones, moving with lots of tranquillity and elegance. They are harmless and filter-feeding creatures that swim directly underneath or beside snorkellers.

Scenic Air Tours

While snorkelling can help you swim with manta rays and discover the coral reef beauty, exploring these islands’ beauty from above gives a totally new and more exciting experience. In fact, some of the best views in these islands can be seen from up above, and seeing this is possible by booking a scenic seaplane or helicopter tour.

These up-in-the-air tours can provide you with some jaw-dropping bird's-eye views of the island and reef, while flying over some of the island's remote beaches.

Cruising Around the Islands

Another way to explore more of these islands when on a vacation is by cruising. Practice shows that this, in fact, is the best way to really explore the entire Yasawa Island. Small cruise ships can help you go through and see more of this spectacular chain of islands, helping you discover more of each of them day by day.  These ocean cruises can help you spend and experience some of the most magical mornings just breathing in the air, feeling the breeze, snorkelling colourful coral reefs, sunbathing on the most magnificent beaches and dining under the bright stars. What more could you ask for?!

Hiking

If hiking is your thing, then you should certainly go! These islands are eager to show you more of them each day, and hiking is just another way to discover a piece of them. Whether talking about discovering deserted beaches, scenic lookouts to swoon over or having the most romantic sunset experiences, hiking can help you experience everything.

When doing this, don’t forget to visit the rocky peak at Waya Lailai in the southern Yasawas, which is particularly picturesque. But the truth is that there are so many places that you can visit and see when hiking. If you haven’t done your homework before coming, just ask your resort to point out all the best hiking trails and enjoy them. 

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