Lau Islands are the most remote archipelago in Fiji and that is why there isn´t much tourism there, which enables you to discover the Pacific in its original natural condition.
Lau Islands are the most remote archipelago in Fiji and that is why there isn´t much tourism there, which enables you to discover the Pacific in its original natural condition.
Lau Islands are about 100 islands and islets of which only 30 are inhabited by native communities which have practically no contact with the rest of the world. To the south we find low coral islands, and to the north we find high volcanic islands, among which Lakeba stands out as one of the few islands where travellers will be able to find traditional accommodation. Kaimbu is a private island of exceptional beauty, and Vanua Levu is the second biggest island of the archipelago.
In Vanua Levu you will find an extense system of corals with striking cliffs and marvellous hot springs. It is important to know that to get there you must obtain a special permit issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Suvu.
In Lau you will find the best beaches for diving in Fiji. To practise this sport you must rent your own boat and join one of the diving expeditions starting at Vanua Levu every morning.
You can also visit Qara Bulu Caves, in Lakeba, which was once a prison, and the great marine cave of Vanau Batavu, where human beings are known to have bathed more than 1000 years ago. And if you happen to be a lover of cricket, you should know that the islanders on Lau (unlike the rest of Fiji where football and rugby are favourites), love cricket so much that all the members of the cricket national league come from Lau, although it has only 15.000 inhabitants altogether.
The best time to visit Lau is from April to October, since the rest of the year can be quite rainy.
