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Fiji Budget and Backpacking Holidays

Fiji has been a favourite holiday destination on the itinerary of backpackers and budget travellers for many decades. From camping sites, to dormitory accommodation, lodges or low-cost Fijian bures on the beach, it is no wonder that Fiji Islands continues to attract budget travellers to its shores. With its warm and sunny climate, varied islands, expansive ocean seascapes and sandy beaches, those on a low-cost holiday have a wealth of exciting places to explore. Add to this the fact that the tourism infrastructure is well-organised and transportation around the islands is easy, then one can see why Fiji is so appealing.

• Nadi is the gateway to Fiji and has plenty of good budget places to stay. Try the properties down in the Wailoaloa Beach area on Nadi Bay, or the nearby Nadi Bay Resort Hotel, which is a very popular choice.
• Staff at the Nadi budget accommodation places usually have a tour desk to help you with your journeys around Fiji - but to avoid disappointment, it is probably best to book accommodation before you arrive in Fiji as they can get booked out. They also sometimes offer luggage storage making your travelling that much easier.
• The main island can be circumnavigated by bus. Go south on the Queen's Highway. Visit Natadola Beach, or take a trip out to Robinson Cruise Island for some fun and island life!
• Sigatoka Sand Dunes are great to explore. Then on to Korotogo for a number of budget places to stay.
• Mango Bay Resort is a great flashpacker resort, or try the Beachouse. Pacific Harbour has some good spots such as Tsulu Backpackers or stay at the Uprising Beach Resort. Suva has lots of places to stay. Raintree Lodge is a popular spot with surrounding rainforest and trekking for a break from the beach!
• Returning to Nadi up the King's Road, not as many beaches or places to stay but a great journey (partly unsealed). Back on the northern coastline, head for Volivoli Beach Resort, or get a boat out to Nananu-i-Ra island just offshore. Very popular with budget travellers. Again,best to book ahead, especially in peak season (April-November, and also around Christmas and New Year).
• Back to Nadi and maybe take a trip up to the highlands. Bukuya village and the famous Navala village are popular choices to stay. Very basic accommodation (village stays) but a chance to experience some real Fiji hospitality, fun activities, and taste some kava.
• Outer islands have much to offer, especially the Yasawas. Access is very easy via the Yasawa Flyer, a bright yellow catamaran that journeys daily up to the Yasawas and back, dropping off and picking up passengers all along the way. You usually have to transfer to small tenders belonging to the individual (often locally-owned) resorts, so be prepared to get your toes wet as you alight on a perfect white sand beach.
• Taveuni Island in the North is really popular - camping and budget bures are available there. Also try Savusavu on nearby Vanua Levu Island. Access to the north is either by domestic air flights, or by large inter-island ferry. They carry cargo, trucks and cars as well as passengers so a chance for a colourful journey. Air-conditioned lounge and light refreshments are served on board.
• Kadavu in the south is another remote destination and a great adventure plus eco kind of spot. Good surfing down at the western tip where Nagigia Island Resort has bures.

Budget Activities

If you are on a budget holiday, you won't want to spend a fortune on expensive activities. Have no fear! In Fiji there is much fun to be had. Most places have access to swimming, snorkelling, and kayaks are usually free or available at a small hire cost. Trekking is free and with so much to see, including waterfalls in some spots, this can be great fun. Enjoy meeting and talking with the friendly and hospitable Fijian people, who are always willing to show you how they live. If you visit a Fijian village, be aware of local customs and dress-codes - basically no skimpy tops and short clothing. By the way, a local sulu (sarong) is great for beach use, visiting villages, shopping, and evening dancing. Not expensive and very useful!