Fiji : Tavarua Island
Overview

History
The Tale of Tavarua took place early in the 19th century. Ratu (Chief) Kini Vosailagi was the powerful Ka Levu (Paramount Chief) of the entire Southwestern region of Fiji. Upon visiting the outer island of Malolo, Ratu Kini was tricked, possibly by family members, separating him from the safety of his tribal warriors and following an ambush he was mortally wounded. Fleeing his attackers, Ratu Kini used his remaining strength to swim several miles to Tavarua Island, where he died wounded and exhausted. The owners of Tavarua Island, although blameless in the death of the Ka Levu, feared they would be seen as co-conspirators and would face brutal revenge. So they gave Tavarua to Ratu Kini's family to insure their own safety.

Today, the current Ka Levu and community members have allowed Tavarua to be modestly developed into a small vacation resort where you can find beautiful and colorful sealife and world-class surfing waves. You may also find Druku, the great-great grandson of Ratu Kini, fishing, surfing or laughing with the guests. As for Ratu Kini buried on the island, his spirit and legacy lives on through anyone who visits Tavarua.

The Resort
Our 29 acre heart shaped private island has something for everyone. Tavarua Island caters to both the hard-core surfer as well as vacationing families and couples. Whether you enjoy dropping into six foot perfect Cloudbreak, or relaxing under the palapa by the pool with the book you have been meaning to read – Tavarua Island is your vacation island paradise.

Pool & Spa
Our resort-sized pool is surrounded by palm and pandanus trees and features a running waterfall. It is a great meeting place for everyone during the day. We offer shaded relaxing lounges poolside where you can watch the waves at Restaurants and enjoy your favorite holiday drink. Just beside the pool is our spa. A wonderful way to end your surf session, or spend some time allowing the stress leave your body as the sun sets on another perfect island day.

Restaraunt / Bar
The Tavarua Island Restaurant has perhaps the best and most famous view in the south pacific, as well as a perfect left named after it. Our buffet style meals cater to every appetite – surfer grind or health conscious, we offer many fresh, tasty choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each meal is announced with the blowing of the Davui shell. Seated in the open air, our round tables can accommodate up to seven guests so each meal is a chance to meet people from all over the world.

Happy Hour begins each day at four with different appetizer platters served poolside and on the expansive deck. Our bar is fully stocked with wines, beers and liquors and some mixed drinks uniquely our own.

Office & Boutique
Our friendly office staff is here to help with a smile and traditional Fijian hospitality. They can arrange phone calls home, send and receive faxes, set up the island high-speed internet connection for you, arrange all day trips and answer any questions you may have.

Our Boutique has just about everything you might need; Board shorts to bikinis, children's clothes, surf gear and one of a kind hand made jewelry, artwork and photography. Don't worry if you forgot something at home that you might need, we are stocked with most necessary items, as well as local handicrafts. Please check our Online shop for a selection of items you can order through our website.