Nukubati Private Island – Northern Fiji

Why We Love It

It starts with the people—within hours, you’ll feel like part of the Nukubati family. The food is a standout: fresh, local, and deeply satisfying, with every meal telling a story of the island.

You’ll learn how to catch mud crabs or octopus the traditional Fijian way, dive the Great Sea Reef and trawl for your own dinner on the ride home.

And all the while, you’re surrounded by a team who treat every moment as a chance to share their knowledge of reef conservation, island life skills, and the rhythms that make this place so special.

Who It's For

Couples, solos, families with school-aged kids, and groups of friends chasing something real.

It’s for celebration trips, slow escapes, and adventure divers who want every dive to feel like the first—where giant schools of fish, sharks, vibrant corals, and tiny reef dwellers all share the stage.

If you want connection, culture, and a reef you’ll never forget, this is it.

Nukubati isn’t just off the grid—it’s in a world of its own. Set off the northern coast of Vanua Levu, this intimate eco-luxury escape offers just a handful of beachfront bures, solar-powered serenity, and reef-rich waters that feel untouched by time. Sustainability isn’t a slogan here—it’s a lifestyle, deeply rooted in Fijian tradition and daily island rhythms.

But what truly sets Nukubati apart? It’s the only resort diving the Great Sea Reef—the world’s third-largest barrier reef system and one of Fiji’s most biodiverse marine sanctuaries. Days here are shaped by the tides: rise for an unforgettable dive on this rarely explored reef, then stop to trawl for your dinner on the way back. Local, fresh, and wildly rewarding.

Everything here invites you to slow down. Snorkel straight from shore. Sip fresh coconut water on your verandah. Indulge in Fijian flavours made from garden-grown produce and line-caught fish. At Nukubati, island life is pared back to its purest, most purposeful form.

Viani Bay Resort – Vanua Levu

Why We Love It

Because it’s honest, humble, and full of heart. Viani Bay is one of the closest bases to the legendary Rainbow Reef, yet it still flies under the radar.

The diving is world-class, the coral work is meaningful—and the food? Some of the best we’ve ever eaten in Fiji.

Add in warm, personal hospitality and the option to book out the whole resort with your favourite people, and you’ve got something truly special.

Who It's For

Easygoing divers, nature lovers, and families with school-aged kids or teens. It’s ideal for couples who crave connection without the frills, and perfect for groups of friends or extended families who want to book out the whole resort and make it their own.

If you care more about reef time, real food, and local heart than room service and resort bands—Viani Bay is calling.

Tucked between rainforest and reef on the remote northern coast of Vanua Levu, Viani Bay Resort is a down-to-earth, eco-conscious retreat where ocean adventure meets Fijian heart. With just a handful of handcrafted bungalows set along a quiet stretch of shoreline, it’s peaceful, personal, and deeply connected to the land and sea.

And here’s the local secret: Viani Bay is actually closer to Rainbow Reef than the resorts on Taveuni. That means less time on the boat, more time diving—and often, the reef all to yourself.

It’s not luxury. It’s something better: real connection, thoughtful simplicity, and daily life shaped by the tide. Wake up to birdsong and the sound of waves, shower outdoors under the sun or stars, and enjoy nourishing, home-cooked Fijian meals made from fresh, local ingredients. Between dives, you might join a coral planting project, explore the coastline, or swap stories over tea and cake on the deck. It's the kind of place where you arrive as a guest—and leave feeling part of something rare.