The Sigatoka River is the longest river on the island of Viti Levu, running from the hills of the Navosa Province right down to the sand dunes in Kulukulu, on the famous Coral Coast. The river provides locals with fresh water mussels (kai), fish, prawns, eels, water for agriculture and for drinking.
The river was used as the only means of transport from the coast to the interior right up until the late 1950´s. The travel time for many villagers from Navosa in those days was 3 days down alone, with the return journey being even longer.
Today the river is open to tourists and locals to see first-hand the natural beauty of the river and interior, all from the comfort of the safari jet boat.
The Sigatoka River Safari experience:
Our mini-coach driver will pick you up from your resort and transfer you to our base in Sigatoka town. From there you enjoy a 10-mile cruise into the Sigatoka valley, into the fertile area known as the "salad bowl" of Fiji.
Our river departure point is surrounded by spectacular cliffs – a taste of the scenery to come! Our jet boat driver will give you a safety briefing and then it's time to board.
As you head up the beautiful green river you will hear about the history of the region, including its cannibal past! Children from the many villages that line the river wave as we speed past and the water is so clear you will be able to see fish and rocks lining the river bottom.
When we reach our village destination, we are given a warm welcome by the villagers. Sigatoka River Safari is careful to visit a different village every day, to minimise the impact of tourism on the village lifestyle in this remote part of the world.
We will visit the village Chief’s bure (house) and take part in a kava ceremony, before a tour of the village and a traditional Fijian lunch, including wonderful fresh tropical fruit.
Your village visit ends with traditional Fijian singing and dancing and it’s time to board your jet boat again for the return trip.
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During your Sigatoka River Safari you will:
- Learn local history and facts
- Take photos of remote and awe inspiring scenery
- Visit Fijian villages and experience village life
- Participate in a sevusevu (Kava ceremony)
- Sample Fijian foods
- See local flora and fauna
- Learn Fijian farming techniques (optional)
- Swim in the river (optional)
Bring Along:
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Comfortable clothing and footwear
- Camera with plenty of memory space (or rolls of film)
- Sense of adventure
- A smile
Pricing
Ex-Coral Coast (Warwick Resort to Shangri-La Fijian Resort)
ADULT (16yrs & ABOVE)
FJD $195.00
AUD$150.75
USD$138.12
CHILD (4yrs to 15yrs)
FJD $89.00
AUD$68.80
USD$63.02
(Foreign Currency is based on exchange 30th Jan 2008)
Ex-Nadi
ADULT (16yrs & ABOVE)
FJD $215.00
AUD$166.20
USD$152.30
CHILD (4yrs to 15yrs)
FJD $99.00
AUD$76.53
USD$70.12
(Foreign Currency is based on exchange 30th Jan 2008)
All prices effective till 31st January 2009
Note: All Children Under 3 are FREE
All prices include:
- Transfer to & from your resort
- “Simply Unforgettable” safari experience
- Contribution to the village you visit
- Tropical lunch while in your village
- Complimentary safari sulu to remember your adventure
- 10% shopping discount at Tappoos Sigatoka or Nadi Stores
Check In and Reservations
Sigatoka River Safari operates 6 days per week allowing Sunday as a day for local religious observations.
Our half-day tours depart from our Sigatoka base:
Monday to Saturday
8:30am and 1pm
Tour reporting time is 20mins prior to departure
Duration: 3.5hrs
Ages: 2 to 92
Conditions:
Sigatoka River Safari reserves the right to cancel or amend any trip due to river, road or weather conditions. Stringent safety procedures are observed. Sigatoka River Safari cannot be held responsible for personal injury or for loss or damage of equipment.
