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.
Fiji has hundreds of beaches that most visitors never see. From boat-access-only coves on Kadavu to deserted stretches on Vanua Levu, here are the hidden beaches worth seeking out — and how to reach them.
Vanua Levu is Fiji's second largest island — less visited than Viti Levu but arguably more rewarding, with Savusavu, Labasa, world-class diving, and genuine off-the-beaten-track appeal.
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.