So, I wanted to go to New Zealand for a few weeks. As I was researching the flight, I noticed that it wasn't much more to stop over in Nadi.
Anyways.... I'm going to be there for 6 full days and I have NO idea what I'm going to do there ![]()
I'm a novice diver, so recommendation on where to dive or a liveaboard would be nice. I'm also interested in local culture and am not the sit on a beach type.
Need help with Fiji stopover
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The best diving sites are in the Somosomo Strait, between Vanua Levu and Taveuni (Nadi is on the main island of Viti Levu). There are also dive sites along the 'Coral Coast of Viti Levu.
If I had 6 days, I'd spend a day checking out Nadi, then fly to Taveuni for diving and exploring. We stayed at Garden Isle Resort (http://www.aquatrek.com), which is reasonably-priced, has great views, and caters to divers. There are also several great hiking destinations and a couple of small villages to visit.
Here is a site that details diving opportunities in Fiji:
http://www.divetheworldfiji.com/fiji-diving-sites.htm
Are you going to dive in NZ? Check out the Poor Knight Islands.