Trip Highlights
Snorkel Rainbow Reef across three full days exploring Fiji’s legendary “soft coral capital of the world.”
About This Trip
Explore Fiji’s extraordinary underwater world on an immersive snorkeling expedition through two of the country’s most spectacular reef systems. Spend several days exploring the vibrant coral gardens of Rainbow Reef, known for its brilliant soft corals and abundant marine life, then venture to Beqa Lagoon to discover a remarkable diversity of reefs and snorkeling sites. With warm, clear water and expert naturalist guidance, there’s time to slow down and really get to know these remarkable marine ecosystems.
Between days on the water, experience another side of Fiji through traditional food, music, dance, and a kava ceremony, while learning about local efforts to protect the islands’ coral reefs and coastal ecosystems. From colorful reefs and tropical beaches to Fijian culture and conservation, this expedition offers an immersive way to experience the natural and cultural richness of Fiji.
Conservation Impact
As America’s oldest 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ocean conservation, Oceanic Society designs each expedition to deepen connections between people and nature while empowering travelers to play a direct role in preserving marine ecosystems. Through the Expedition Impact Program, your participation supports local ocean conservation projects in visited destinations, coral restoration, and plastic pollution offset initiatives.
Dates & Prices
What's Included
All accommodations, activities, and meals as described; ground transportation to each destination, airport transfers; and a dedicated Oceanic Society naturalist
What's Not Included
International or domestic airfare, alcoholic beverages, meals not listed in the itinerary, airport taxes, any activities not described, and gratuities. Oceanview suite bure upgrades (king only) are available on select departures ($400/pp). Limited single cabins are available with a $1,800 supplement fee. See full expedition terms and conditions(opens in new tab).
Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
Meet at the Nadi International Airport then fly to Matei Airport, Taveuni.
Upon arrival, our driver will greet you and take you down to the landing (20 minute drive) for your boat transfer to Sau Bay Resort & Spa (20 minutes), a sustainable and eco-friendly oceanfront resort with a focus on marine and coral reef preservation and restoration. Spend a relaxing evening at the resort.
- Explore Sau Bay’s healthy house reef that is perfect for snorkeling. The depth ranges from 3 feet to 90 feet. Expect to see both hard and soft corals with plenty of little and medium-sized fish, moray eels, octopus, and squid. There is even a “house sea turtle” that you have a good chance of swimming with. Several healthy coral bommies are also located at the entrance of the Bay.
- Snorkel Rainbow Reef, iconified by vibrant flowing corals and 25+ accessible snorkel sites – including the Great White Wall, Cabbage Patch, and Fish Factory – all blanketed in clear, calm, and warm water.
- Get a taste of Fijian culture through a kava ceremony, dance and music performances, and traditionally prepared foods.
Fly Nadi and embark by boat to Beqa Island to check in at Beqa Lagoon Resort, which boasts Fijian-style villas set amid tropical gardens just steps from the beach.
Enjoy a relaxing evening in this island paradise.
- Breakfast at the resort, then embark to explore some of the 100+ pristine snorkel sites teeming with marine life.
- Recharge each evening at Beqa Lagoon Resort. Enjoy meke (a traditional Fijian performance), a traditional lovo feast, and other cultural highlights.
- Learn about conservation efforts protecting Fiji’s marine ecosystems.
Accommodations
During our expedition we stay at Sau Bay Resort & Spa(opens in new tab) and Beqa Lagoon Resort(opens in new tab), highly-rated resorts that offer comfort and easy access to some of Fiji’s more pristine reef areas.
Beqa Lagoon Resort
Sau Bay Resort
Naturalist(s)
Your expedition will be led by one or more of the following expert naturalist guides:
Trip Extensions
For those wishing to extend their stay, we offer multiple options, including additional nights at the resort(s), and 4-day / 5-night or 8-day / 7-night pre- and post-trip extensions to unique culture experiences on Viti Levu. Please contact our travel team for more information.
