On the western side of Viti Levu is Nadi. Once a small farming community, it’s grown in recent years becoming Fiji’s third largest city with a population of nearly 20,000. Most travellers who book flights to Nadi stop by on their way from the airport, since the international airport is conveniently located there. But apart from just passing through, visitors who stay for a few days are pleasantly surprised with all it has to offer: golf, diving shopping and some good restaurants.
The outskirts of the city provide a good break from busy Nadi Town. Denarau Island to the west is a stunning creek and forest area where visitors can go for some peace and quiet. Or for a more adventurous side trip, the Nausori Highlands to the east provide some of the best mountain trekking in the country. So when you do book a flight to Nadi remember to pack a pair of comfortable walking shoes.
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Nadi is a year-round destination with a tropical climate: mild temperatures and rainfall.
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Off season:
When booking a flight to Nadi remember that there’s never a bad time to visit, but during the wet season between November and April, tropical cyclones have been known to pass through.
Peak season:
During the summer months of December to March temperatures reach 85 F but slighter cooler at night. Although it rains throughout the year, Nadi receives less rain than most of the other Fijian cities.
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There's no shuttle bus from the airport, but taxis and local buses are cheap. All the major rental-car companies and some local ones are located at the airport.
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The easiest way to get around the country and its islands is by plane. Book internal Nadi flights on Fiji Airlines, Air Fiji and Pacific Islands Seaplanes.
Taxis are readily available around Nadi and some are even stationed at hotels and resorts.
Buses provide a cheaper option than taxis and most travel between the major cities. Fiji Express is a company that offers comfortable, air-conditioned buses.
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- Visit the picturesque village of Navala in the remote region of the Nausori Highlands. After exploring the village stop by the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, at the foot of the Highlands. These stunning gardens were first started in 1977 by the late actor Raymond Burr and are home to Fiji’s native plants and orchids.
- Take a short boat ride to the Mamanucas - a cluster of tiny volcanic and coral islands. The stunning reefs and exotic fish make it a popular dive and snorkel site.
- Everyone who books a flight to Nadi goes there for the duty-free shopping. Prouds and Tappoo are the two largest merchants – selling everything from electronics to perfumes and watches. If you’re looking for something more authentic then visit Jack’s Handicrafts where you can pick up some face masks, carved bowls and pottery.
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