Activities
Complimentary activities include snorkeling on the reef outside the resort, kayaking, volleyball. Jungle walk, Table tennis, chess. Kava nights, singing and dancing.
Every afternoon Volleyball takes place around 4pm. Join the locals on the court for fun times and lots of laughter. Recommended is the guided jungle walk which operates daily, hike above the resort, trekking through tropical rainforest , see amazing 360 degree vistas. Your guide will teach you all about the different plants and their medicinal properties.
Available Activities
Diving
Voted repeatedly by Scuba Diver magazine as one of the top 10 dive sites in the world.
The Somo somo straight situated between Vanua Levu and Taveuni offers spectacular scuba diving. Inside the strait are an abundance of soft corals in every colour imaginable. Diving is year round. Discover an under water wonderland with corals as big as trees, a vast array of tropical fish, eels, anenomes, reef sharks and turtles,
We have partnered with Taveuni Ocean Sports a fantastic family run operation. Pre booking is advised just let us know what you require and we will arrange for you.
PADI Certified.
Maqai Dive Rates
All Prices in FJD inclusive of local taxes
Certified Divers
- 2 Tank Certified Diver One day only, includes all gear rental – if needed / Return transfers to Maqai or local dive pick up Qamea and snacks.
2 people diving F$360 pp/day 4 people diving F$310 pp/day
- 2 Tank Certified Diver and Return transfers (Multiple Day Discount, includes all gear rental if needed / Return transfers to Maqai or local dive pick up Qamea and snacks. (min 2 persons)
2 people diving F$350 pp/day 4 people diving F$300 pp/day
First Time Divers (Non Certified)
- PADI Introductory Dive With Detailed Lesson (min 2 persons)
2 people diving F$360 pp/day 4 people diving F$310 pp/day
- For PADI COURSES please inquire. (min of 2 persons)
POA
Snorkeling
Taveuni is famous for its amazing underwater world and the snorkeling at Maqai is truly spectacular. Here you will see a wide variety of corals and tropical fish. Snorkel the local reefs out front of the resort or take a boat trip to the outer reefs where you will be amazed . Cabbage patch a 20 minute boat ride away is truly magnificent and Black rock is an awesome snorkeling adventure.
Snorkel and Island Picnic
Spend a half day snorkeling with your guide relax under the coconut palms on a stunning beach whist your guide spears fish and prepares lunch for you.
Picnic and bottled water provided.
Local Village Visits
Take time out to visit the neighbouring village of Naivivi. Meet the locals, visit the school or kindergarten and talk over a cup of tea and cake with the local villagers. Learn about Fijian culture, maybe have a game of rugby or volleyball or simply relax with the locals. Purchase some home made tapa cloth, and bags or if time allows order a traditional custom made kava bowl.
Traditional weaving or bracelet making
Learn the art of traditional weaving with an activity guide. Make a basket or traditional broom or whatever you can dream up.
Bouma Falls Visit and Adventure Trip
This is a must see and do full day trip. Starts at the amazing Bouma Falls located on the eastern side of Taveuni. Here you’ll trek in a remarkable heritage park with 3 incredible waterfalls. Take your swim costume and dare to jump the falls! Next is the Waitavala natural water slide carved into the rocks and finish with lunch at Tromontos Pizzeria overlooking the blue waters of Somosomo straight. This is a fantastic day trip for children and adults alike.
Chartered Fishing
Our local fishing guide Leslie has lived and fished around Qamea for many years. He will take you to all his secret fishing spots. Try you hand at Jigging and Popping or trolling
Jigging and popping FJD $320 for 2 hours (extra hour $160) (Max 4 persons) includes pick up Maqai.
Trolling 3 hours FJD 270 3 hours (Max 3 persons) includes pick up.
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Activities Price list
ACTIVITY PER PERSON Fijian Dollars inc Tax
- Local Village Visit Min 4 persons F$35
- Snorkel Safari Outer Reef F$35
- Snorkel trip Black rock and island picnic ½ day MIN 4 persons F$70
- Boat trip to Surf per trip F$35 2 surfs in 1 day FJD$ 60
- Surf lesson 1 hr F$75
- Surf lesson 2 hrs F$120
- Surf board hire per day F$35
- Fijian Massage ½ hr F$40
- Fijian Massage 1 hr F$80
- Bouma Falls Visit Min 4 persons F$190
- Diving Qamea Island Transfer F$90.00 Payment for scuba diving direct to Qamea Dive min 1 person diving.