Welcome to Fiji! Upon arrival at Nadi International Airport, you'll be greeted with a traditional Fijian welcome and transferred to your beachfront resort. Settle in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to recover from your flight, perhaps relaxing by the pool or taking a stroll along the beach. In the evening, join your guide and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring Fijian specialties, accompanied by a cultural performance.

After breakfast, venture into Fiji's interior to visit an authentic Fijian village. Here, you'll participate in a traditional kava ceremony, an important social ritual in Fijian culture. Meet with villagers to learn about daily life, traditional crafts, and social structures. Visit the local school (when in session) to interact with Fijian children. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a local family before returning to your resort in the late afternoon. The evening is yours to relax or explore nearby restaurants.

Today, discover the natural beauty of Viti Levu's interior. Embark on a guided hike through lush rainforest to reach a stunning waterfall, where you can swim in the refreshing natural pool. Continue to the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, home to over 2,000 varieties of orchids and tropical plants. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool for a therapeutic mud bath experience, a fun and rejuvenating activity. Return to your resort in the late afternoon.

This morning, board a high-speed catamaran for the journey to the Mamanuca Islands, a stunning archipelago of 20 islands surrounded by crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. Arrive at your island resort and enjoy lunch with ocean views. In the afternoon, join a guided snorkeling session to explore the colorful coral gardens and diverse marine life. As the sun sets, participate in a hands-on Fijian cooking class, learning to prepare traditional dishes that you'll enjoy for dinner.

After breakfast, embark on a guided marine adventure. Join a boat trip to the best snorkeling spots in the Mamanucas, where you might encounter tropical fish, reef sharks, rays, and sea turtles. For certified divers, there's an optional scuba diving excursion (additional cost). Enjoy a picnic lunch on a secluded beach before returning to the resort. The afternoon is at leisure to relax on the beach or enjoy the resort facilities. In the evening, join an optional sunset cruise around the islands.

Today, explore more of the beautiful Mamanuca Islands on an island-hopping tour. Visit Monuriki Island, where the movie "Cast Away" was filmed, and enjoy snorkeling in its pristine waters. Continue to a small, uninhabited island for a beachside barbecue lunch. In the afternoon, visit a local village on one of the inhabited islands to learn about island life and traditional handicrafts. Return to your resort in the late afternoon for some time at leisure.

Enjoy a day at leisure to relax and enjoy your tropical surroundings at your own pace. Optional activities include kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, or spa treatments. For the more active, there's an optional guided hike to the highest point on the island for panoramic views. In the evening, gather for a special farewell dinner featuring a traditional lovo feast, where food is cooked in an earth oven. After dinner, enjoy a meke performance showcasing traditional Fijian song and dance.

After a final breakfast in paradise, bid farewell to the Mamanuca Islands as you board the catamaran back to Denarau. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to Nadi International Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your flight time, there may be an opportunity for some last-minute souvenir shopping in Nadi.