, Y T I N U M FIJI- COM E R U T L U C CRAFTS & ) S T H G I (10 N FIJI 10 NIGHT ITINERARY
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SEE THE WORLD Y! DIFFERENTL NAVALA
TAKALANA
KOROIPITA SABETO NADI
FIJI SUVA NAVITI
We believe in the power of extraordinary experiences. They allow us to see ourselves, others and the world differently, and develop our confidence, independence and resilience.
10 NIGHT JOURNEY FIJI Join us on an incredible journey through Fiji. Led by local experts, we meet welcoming communities, displaced families and incredible wildlife. We delve into Fiji’s history and get hands on with crafts, cookery, farming and more. It’s a journey that sparks learning, growth and greater possibility. A journey that resonates forever.
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DAY 1 ARRIVE IN NADI BAY Sleep: Smugglers Cove Resort
DAYS 2-4 KOROIPITA COMMUNITY-LED PROJECT Sleep: Smugglers Cove Resort Travel: Transfer 50mins to Koroipita (each day)
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Touch down in Nadi and feel the warm South Pacific air when you step off the aeroplane. You’ve arrived in Viti Levu – Fiji’s main island. Meet your local World Challenge guide and get the lowdown on our cultural itinerary ahead. Get your first glimpses of Fiji’s smiling people, glistening seas and colourful landscapes as we travel to our hotel. Step off the bus at palm-fringed Wailoaloa Beach in Nadi Bay and gaze over the ocean for your first Fijian sunset. Bliss.
Discover the reality of local life, away from the hotels and holiday resorts. For the next few days, we’ll travel from Nadi Bay to Koroipita – a township and initiative for displaced and homeless families. Find out how Koroipita provides homes, running water, electricity, education and security for people on low-incomes, and discover how tourism can support the township’s aims.
This evening, we’ll taste traditional island dishes. Local classics include fish curry, taro (similar to potato) and ‘lovo’ banquets, which are slowcooked in underground ovens.
TRAVELLING RESPONSIBLY IN THESE FIRST FEW DAYS, YOU’LL TAKE PART IN A RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL WORKSHOP THAT HELPS YOU TO TRAVEL IN AN ETHICAL WAY. APPLY WHAT YOU LEARN AND YOU’LL DEVELOP A RESPONSIBLE MINDSET YOU CAN CARRY THROUGH LIFE.
To make a positive contribution, you’ll need to listen to the community, ask questions and take their lead. Put the effort in, and you’ll get a rare insight into Fijian culture, and a realistic understanding of the impact you could make in the world.
Leap outside your comfort zone and get involved. Learn how the homes are constructed and how locals earn a living through crafts and teaching. This is your chance to pick up new skills, make new friends and get immersed in daily life.
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DAY 5 MUD POOLS, CRAFTS AND COOKERY Sleep: Naviti Resort
Ever been to a mud spa before? Today, we’ll join locals at the Sabeto mud pools and hot springs. According to local legend, the mud and sulphur have healing powers. Smear yourself from head to toe, bake the mud dry in the sun and let the therapeutic sludge get to work, then jump into a warm pool and soak it all off. Your skin has never felt softer!
Dive deeper into local culture when we join a cookery class in a Fijian home. Learn how to make traditional curry, dhal soup and roti (flatbread). We’ll also discover the art of Fijian dress-making when we discover the traditional clothing of Fiji’s ethnic Indian population.
Travel to Wainadoi Spice Farm to experience organic farming first-hand. Discover a full spice-rack of flavours, from nutmeg and ginger, to cardamom and vanilla. Watch closely as one of the village tribesmen shares his ageold recipes and creates exotic dishes for us to taste.
We’ve got a full day to explore Suva – Fiji’s capital and the biggest city in the South Pacific. Stroll along the alleyways, relax in the parks, and smell delicious fresh curries. When we reach the Fiji Museum, step inside to discover war clubs, tattooing tools and cannibal forks.
In the afternoon, we’ll travel to the city of Suva. On the way, we’ll stop at Colo-i-Suva – a rainforest park that teems with birdlife. Follow the nature trails to discover tumbling waterfalls and rippling birdsong. Stop, breathe, and take it all in.
After our day in Suva, we’ll travel north to Takalana Bay.
Travel: Transfer 1.5hrs to Sabeto & transfer 2hrs to Naviti Resort
DAYS 6-7 SPICES AND SUVA Sleep: Suva Moto Inn Hotel & Takalana Bay Resort Travel: Transfer 1.5hrs to Wainadoi, transfer 45mins to Suva & transfer 2hrs to Takalana Bay.
THE CANNIBALS OF FIJI FIJI HAS A LONG HISTORY OF CANNIBALISM. A TRIBAL AND SPIRITUAL CUSTOM, FIJIAN CHIEFS ATE THEIR ENEMIES AS THE ULTIMATE INSULT. THE LAST KNOWN INCIDENT WAS IN THE 1860S.
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DAY 8 MOON REEF DOLPHINS Sleep: Takalana Bay Resort
Wake up in Takalana Bay, where hundreds of spinner dolphins live yearround. This protected area is famous for its marine life and moon-shaped reef.
multi-coloured fish darting in and out of the corals. Fiji’s warm, clear waters are home to everything from turtles and reef sharks to clownfish and giant clams. Life feels incredible right now.
Take a boat trip to the reef and watch dolphins race and play beside the boat. They love to show off their skills – when they’re happy, you’ll see them jump in the air. Grab a mask for a closer look. Peer beneath the surface to see hundreds of
DAYS 9-10 NAVALA VILLAGE AND TUKUNI Sleep: Community hall & Smugglers Cove Resort Travel: transfer 4hrs to Navala, transfer 1hr to Tukuni and transfer 1hr to Nadi.
DAY 11 TRAVEL HOME FROM NADI
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We’re heading inland to Navala in the Ba Highlands. A collection of three villages, Navala is one of few settlements in Fiji with traditional thatched ‘bure’ houses. Find out what’s inside each bure and learn how the communities promote equality. Take part in a kava ceremony and yell ‘bula’ as you take a sip. Tonight, we’ll sleep in the community hall.
is extracted. Discover more about traditional Fijian dishes, like Ika Tavu (smoked fish) and Kokoda (citrusmarinated fish in coconut milk), then chow down with a stunning view over Tuvu Bay. Later, we’ll travel back to Nadi for our final night in Fiji.
After breakfast, we’ll travel west to Tukuni – a museum-themed restaurant. Trace your lunch back to its roots as we learn about the restaurant’s organic food and get hands-on with beekeeping. Don a bee suit and learn how the honey
All too soon, it’s time to say farewell to your guides and head home. It’s been a truly eye-opening trip. You’ve been immersed in Fijian life, you’ve lived with locals and you’ve experienced their culture and customs first-hand. You’ve snorkelled over reefs, entered the jungle and seen dolphins in the wild. Prepare to return
home with a whole new perspective on the people and wildlife we share this planet with, and the incredible landscapes they call home. It doesn’t stop here. Share your story with challengers from around the globe and continue the story at @weworldchallenge
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RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL. We base our responsible travel initiatives upon the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We’re driven to create positive contributions in the world, but also humble enough to know the types of community initiatives our young travellers should and shouldn’t be involved with. We carefully select all community engagements to be appropriate for young people and after more than 30 years of overseas student travel we’ve established strong and long standing relationships
with our overseas community partners that are evaluated each year to ensure we’re truly serving both people and planet. This holistic approach means our young travellers work towards a community initiative while also coming home with greater humility and sense of place in their world. Below are a list of the UN Sustainable Development Goals we’re positively contributing towards.
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