Lomaivitis Vacation and Travel Guide

Lomaiviti Islands

The Lomaiviti island group lies to the east of Viti Levu and is made up of several main and smaller islands that cover a total area of 411 sq km (158.7 sq. mi). The largest of these islands are Ovalau, Koro and Gau. You can explore the Lomaivitis while hiking in lush tropical rainforests, snorkeling and scuba diving amongst their beautiful reefs and do a variety of cultural tours that include visits to Fijian villages. Other attractions consist of numerous restaurants, coffee bars, museums and different other historical sights. There are also various private luxury resorts that you can stay at while vacationing on these beautiful secluded islands.

Ovalau

Ovalau is the main island and is also the location of the local government of the Lomaivitis. Here, you can see villages, rainforests and waterfalls, plus it is quite easy to explore the island by bus or bicycle. In Levuka, which is the main town on Ovalau, you will find that the architecture still reflects the colonial era of Fiji. You can visit museums, churches and monuments and visit great colonial-style budget hotels, including Fiji’s first hotel that was built in the mid-1800s. Behind Levuka, there are gorgeous mountain ranges and hiking trails that lead into the rainforest and to waterfalls and swimming pools.

Between Ovalau and Suva, the capital city on Viti Levu, there is a small luxury resort on Toberua Island where you can find mangrove channels nearby that are excellent for exploring several beautiful, small nature reserve islands with large booby (sea bird) colonies. There is another resort located a few miles off the coast of Ovalau on Wakaya Island, which is one of the original exclusive Fijian resorts and is a more expensive accommodation option. It boasts a private airstrip and a private 9-hole golf course, plus you can experience fantastic snorkeling and diving off of its beautiful beach as well.

Koro

Located northeast of Ovalau is the volcanic island of Koro. Amongst its lush tropical rainforests, you can hike along trails and see beautiful waterfalls. Several traditional Fijian villages can be found on the island as well, including the largest, Nasau, which is located 5 km (3 mi) north of the airstrip. In the area, you can find a hospital, post office and cooperative store, as well as government headquarters. However, there is currently no accommodation on the island, so the only way you would be able to stay overnight is by receiving an invitation from a local. The women of the Koro villages are renowned for their lovely woven handicrafts, particularly fans and mats.

Gau

The island of Gau is located south of Koro and is the largest of the Lomaiviti group. Here, you can see sights such as dense rainforests, rolling hills and white sandy beaches. The largest village on the island is Qarani, which boasts the safest anchorage for yachts and is the location of the island’s only doctor. The village is also home to the world famous rugby player, Waisale Serevi.