About Taveuni Island

Taveuni is about 42 km long and an average of 11 km wide, and covers 440 sq km. The island is volcanic in origin and comprises volcanic cones forming a 900-metre-high ridge throughout the length of the island. Among the four summits contained in this ridge are two of the highest mountains in Fiji, Mt Uluigalau (approximately 1240 metres) located at the southern end of Taveuni and Des Voeux Peak (approximately 1200 metres) located in the centre of the Island.

History of Taveuni Island

Once known for its coconut plantations in the early to mid 1900s, Taveuni's attractions now include world-class diving, breath-taking waterfalls and a large array of indigenous flora and birdlife. Descendants of the colonial plantation-owning families who settled here around a hundred years ago still call Taveuni and its nearby islands their home. 

Taveuni Accommodation

Taveuni Island is a popular destination for travellers who are looking for a true tropical islands vacation. Accommodation types cater for different traveller needs, from laid-back budget bure (cottage) options through to luxury resorts. There are many boutique property options comprising a small number of private bures or villas, as well as individual homes for those wanting self-contained accommodation in Taveuni. For more information please visit our Taveuni Accommodation » Section

Taveuni Honeymoons and Weddings

One only has to read the visitors' books to discover that Taveuni offers an ideal destination for a romantic honeymoon experience. Many decide to get married in paradise and are able to choose different venues such as a beach wedding, a hilltop wedding, or a tropical rainforest wedding by a waterfall. For more information please visit our Taveuni Vacation » Section

Taveuni Travel

Travelling around Taveuni is mostly by way of the main road that follows the coastline approximately three-quarters of the way around the island. You can hire a car or travel by bus or taxi. Horse-riding may be organised for you by most resorts and accommodation property owners. Discover the thrill of riding through a coconut plantation! Depending on where you stay, there is usually a transfer vehicle to collect you from the air strip at Matei to a friendly Fiji welcome at your destination. For more information on travel in Taveuni, please visit our Taveuni Travel » Section