By air or by sea...

By Land, Air or By Sea" Nadi Airport is the main international gateway and Nausori, near Suva, is also used an an international airport. There are several domestic airports throughout the country. Travel between the two main islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, is by air and sea. The major ports are Suva, Lautoka, Levuka and Malau (off Vanua Levu) with Suva being the largest.

ERROR MSGFiji has bus services, taxi, ferry services, seaplanes and helicopter services, rental car campanies, two domestic airlines (Sun Air and Air Fiji) which provide efficient services and make getting around Fiji a breeze. The open-air buses are a unique way to travel providing some interesting vacation experiences and also gives you a chance to observe Fiji close up.

Rental Cars

A bona-fide tourist in Fiji may drive if in possession of a valid home country driving license for the same class of vehicle. The maximum speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km/h (30 mph) and on the highways it is 80 km/h (50 mph). Driving is on the left side of the road.

Rental cars are available at international airports and major resorts, and are easily arranged from all hotels and motels. There is good bitumen asphalt (hard top) highway from Rakiraki on the north-eastern tip of Viti Levu to Suva , via Tavua, Ba, Lautoka, Nadi and the Coral Coast . Work now in progress will complete major sections of the highway from Rakiraki to Suva via Korovou, allowing for an easy (and spectacular) circumnavigation of the island. Rental cars are also available in Vanua Levu and some outer islands by arrangement.

Spana HotelBuses and Public Transportation

There are numerous modern, air-conditioned coaches serving resorts and major towns. However, many visitors like the adventure of using the local open-windowed buses so they can take in the sights and sounds of the passing scene. Canvas flaps are unfurled in the event of a rain shower. Local buses also allow the visitor a chance to mingle with the people of Fiji , who by choice and tradition, treat strangers with gracious hospitality. Every town and village has a bus stop, since this is still the most common form of transportation in the islands. You can also hail any public bus from the road side merely by waving to the driver.

Carriers

Carriers are usually multi-passenger vans and small trucks which service remote villages and less-travelled areas. Rates are lower then those of taxis, in many areas matching bus fares, but this form of travel is only for those who don't mind roughing it.

Taxi

alberghi a CordobaMost people in Fiji do not own a car, so taxis are plentiful and fares are reasonable. For instance, FJ$2 will take you just about anywhere in the average town or city. Urban taxis have meters, with a flag at $1.00 and $1.50 after 10.00pm . You will find smaller towns and rural area taxis use a fixed price system and almost everyone can tell you the price to local destination. For long trips, bargain with the driver. Often he'll reduce the fare if you allow him to pick up other passengers going the same way. Some taxis can also be hired by the day or half day for a fixed price, often the equivalent of a rental car.

Ferry Services

Leuvern hotel roomsThere are regular ferry services scheduled between the major island. If you have the time and a taste for adventure, you'll find voyaging scenic and exciting, a taste of true island travel. While Fiji has many luxurious cruise ships, inter-island vessels carry freight as well as passengers. Deck passage is the usual way to go, with a few cabins available on some of the ships on a first-come, first-served basis.

Limousines and Chauffeurs

Several inbound tour operators offer limousine services, complete with your own personal chauffeur. You can add the finishing touch to a special occasion with a luxury ride to and from your destination. You can fully enjoy yourself without the worry of having to drive afterwards .