Both Taveuni and Savusavu sit beyond Fiji's resort strips — but they offer very different trips. Here's how to decide which one belongs on your itinerary, and why combining them is easier than most travellers realise.
Savusavu Hot Springs Hotel sits in the heart of Savusavu Town on Vanua Levu, offering affordable bay-view accommodation with one of the best locations in town. A 3.6 TripAdvisor rating from 144 reviews and a ranking of #9 of 10 hotels in Savusavu tells a complicated story — great views, central location, and genuinely praised staff sit alongside documented water supply failures, aging infrastructure, and pool maintenance concerns that prospective guests need to read before booking.
Savusavu is Vanua Levu's most charming town — a small-boat marina, excellent diving, and a pace of life that feels genuinely Fijian rather than resort-manufactured.
A professional underwater photography session in the warm, clear waters around Savusavu, Vanua Levu. Two hours, professional equipment, no diving certification required. Priced per group from USD $116 — making this one of the most affordable premium photo experiences in Fiji.
An 8-day small-ship cruise from Denarau to Levuka (Ovalau), Savusavu, and Taveuni, with snorkeling, island tours, and resort-style amenities onboard.