Hike along untamed trails

Many people imagine Fiji as all sand and coral reefs, but if you drive inland even a little, you'll find some magnificent landscapes to explore on foot. There's much to climb in Fiji, from the highlands of Fiji's main island, Viti Levu, to the hidden waterfalls of tiny outlying islands. Though beaches garner the majority of visitor attention, it's worth taking a pair of hiking boots to see Fiji's untamed side. Taveuni, Vanua Levu, and Viti Levu are well-known for their mountain climbs and waterfalls, while excursions through the Yasawa and Mamanuca islands provide a glimpse into rural life. The paths are rarely crowded, and if you do, you may be grateful. Trails are frequently unlabeled, have poor mobile phone connection, and sometimes intersect with cattle routes. In any case, a local hiking guide guides the journey and gives information about the area and culture.

One hour's drive from Nadi lies the Koroyanitu National Heritage Park, which has some of Fiji's most accessible treks. The Mt Koroyanitu Trail, which can be reached via Abaca Village, is one of the paths. At 1,195m (3,920ft), Mt Koroyanitu, also known as Mt Evans, is Fiji's fourth tallest peak and provides a wonderful blend of tropical environment and highland vistas. While the walk is commonly claimed to take 4 hours, some who are really fit can finish in 2 hours.