Choosing a time to visit
Fijian weather is predominantly warm and sunny for most of the year. Expect a few damp days here and there in the low-season..
Average temperature of 30º
between October to April
January is typically hottest
month of the year
Fewest rainy days in July-August
(less than 5 per month)
Highest rainfall is
in March (324mm)
Selecting a point of arrival
Other main airports in Fiji connecting to main destinations are Savusavu Airport and Matei / Taveuni airport
Nadi international airport
Handles 97% of the country’s international visitors.
Approx. 25 - 30
minutes travel time to Denarau Island
Coral Coast
is 1 to 2 hours travel time
Pacific Harbour
is approximately 2.5 hours
Nausori airport
Is Fiji's second International Airport
Situated on the
eastern side of Viti Levu
Just 45 minutes from
Suva, Fiji's capital
wedding
for 20 guests
Approx.
AUD$ 5,490
Approx.
AUD$ 6,625
Approx.
AUD$ 8,170
Approx.
AUD$ 6,525
Approx.
AUD$ 6,080
Approx.
AUD$ 7,299
honeymoons
Setting yourself a daily budget
Although life is simple in Fiji the day-to-day cost will vary depending on activities, meals and any additional purchases during your stay.
AUD$ 220 per person per day
in Fiji is a minimal spend
AUD$ 220-500 for a
mid-range spend
For a luxury-style trip, aim for
at least AUD$ 500 per day
Day trip prices sit at
around AUD$ 150
Arranging vaccinations
Especially when travelling with a young family, it’s vital to have all the necessary jabs to keep in good health. Vaccinations are one way to protect against common illnesses.
Seek vaccinations 6-8 weeks before setting off on holiday
Typical
vaccination cost is AUD$ 45-85
Request jabs for: Hepatitis A & B and influenza, plus typhoid
Changing up currency
The local currency is the Fijian dollar. The exchange rate is approximately 1.5 to the Australian dollar.
Banknotes frequently used are: $5, $10, $20, $50, $100
More than FJ$ 10,000 must be declared on arrival
ATMs are widely available in Fiji.
A surcharge of 3% on top of your banks conversion rates/fees & charges
ANZ operates a 24-hour service at Nadi International Airport’s Arrival Concourse
Allergy advice
A typical Fijian dish is likely to consist of fish, seafood, and root vegetables but many resorts will cater for all tastes. Before you depart alert your resort to any dietary requirements you have. Some foods may contain traces of nuts.
Internet and Wi-Fi
Fiji is a Wi-Fi friendly destination and offers holidaymakers a number of options for connecting online.
Prepay accounts are available for devices
Connect, Unwired Fiji and Vodafone provide mobile Wi-Fi options
Modem sticks generally cost AUD$ 79 and 1GB of data costs AUD$ 15
Internet cafes operate in Suva, Lautoka and Nadi
Data usage at an internet café costs between AUD$ 3-8 per hour
Mobile – 17.57 mbps download & 12.37 upload mbps in Fiji – compared to Global Average – 23.57 & 9.35
Packing for the occasion
When packing for the South Pacific be prepared for all outcomes, including extreme heat during the daytime and cooler temperatures after dark.
Hiring a nanny or childminder
Fiji is known as a specialist destination for nanny services, which can be arranged through your resort or on arrival.
Nannies can be hired for extra help any time of day
Great for meal times, sleep times and pool/beach days!
Prices range from AUD$ 3-7 per hour
