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 Rob Kay's Fiji Islands Travel Guide - Viti Levu, Fiji information, Fiji Islands, tourism, travel, surfing, diving, ...
The largest island, Viti Levu (pronounced Vee-tee Lay-vu) is home to 70% of the population (about 600,000) and is the hub of the entire archipelago.
In general, the area of the island east of the north-south mountain axis is dense and green with vegetation, while the area to the west is light yellow-green or yellow and brown, according to the season.
Viti Levu has it all--cities, offshore resorts, cane fields, nightlife, low life, villages and as elsewhere in Fiji, no shortage of friendly local people.
www.fijiguide.com /Guide/Islands/vitilevu.html   (1076 words)

  
 Rob Kay's Fiji Islands Travel Guide - Fiji information, Fiji Islands, tourism, travel, surfing, diving, scuba, online ...
The largest island, Viti Levu, which has 70% of the population and an area of 10,388 sq km, is the hub of the entire archipelago.
Vanua Levu, to the north-east of Viti Levu, is the second largest island which, with an area of 5538 sq km, is slightly more than half the size of Viti Levu.
Moala is the principal island; Totoya is the rim of an extinct volcano whose breached and flooded crater forms a beautiful landlocked lagoon; and Matuku is reckoned to be one of the garden spots of Fiji.
www.fijiguide.com /Facts/land.html   (1786 words)

  
 Viti Levu - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Viti Levu (IPA: [ßi ti le ßu]) is the largest island in the Republic of Fiji, the site of the nation's capital, Suva, and home to a large majority of Fiji's population.
Viti Levu covers an area of 10,388 km² and is about 146 km from north to south and 106 km east to west.
According to oral traditions, the first Melanesian settlers landed at Vuda Point and established Viseisei, believed to be Fiji's oldest settlement, nearby.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Viti_Levu   (434 words)

  
 Islands.com | Viti Levu   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
But even with its international airport in Nadi (pronounced NAN-dee), Viti Levu is sometimes overlooked by visitors eager to hop off to one of Fiji’s enchanting outlying isles..
Viti Levu is not so much a beach getaway (the best beaches and diving are along the Coral Coast on the west side of the island), as a place rich with the possibilities that come with tropical mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and traditional Fijian villages.
From Viti Levu’s "Coral Coast" to the exclusive private islands scattered throughout the archipelago, Fijian beaches are among the best in the South Pacific.
www.islands.com /vitilevu   (615 words)

  
 Viti Levu Resorts!
or those who like to keep their feet on the ground once they arrive, the big island of Viti Levu offers a wealth of tropical scenery, from rushing mountain rivers and waterfalls in the depths of the rainforest, to palm-fringed beaches where time seems to stop.
This is where you can fish from the reef in the morning, picnic at the edge of a waterfall plunging into a rocky jungle pool at midday and eat native food cooked in an earth oven in the evening, and then dance to the beat in a swinging discotheque until long after midnight.
Along with it's pristine tropical beauty, Viti Levu offers several large towns and the bustling capital of Suva, a shopper's paradise and you will never have to travel more than a few hours to get anywhere on the island.
www.divefiji.com /vitilevu.html   (138 words)

  
 Fiji Resorts and Hotels, Beachfront Holiday Hotels and Island Resorts - South Pacific Accommodation
The Coral Coast runs along the southern shores of Viti Levu and is home to the world's second largest single reef.
Further down the Coral Coast between Nadi and Sigatoka, is Natadola Beach Resort, a lovely boutique style resort for couples, situated on one of the most beautiful white beaches of Viti Levu.
And in the very north of the island of Viti Levu is Rakiraki town.
www.tourismfiji.com /page2.html   (1113 words)

  
 Viti Levu Tourist Information
Viti Levu is where it all happens in Fiji.
Three quarters of the population live on the island, which is roughly 120 km by 100 km, and which serves as the political and economic centre of Fiji.
Viti Levu's good beaches are limited to some nice spots all along the Coral Coast, where arguably the island's best diving is to be found, and the beautiful beach at Natadola about 30 minutes south of Nadi.
www.divetheworldfiji.com /viti-levu-tourist-information.htm   (1341 words)

  
 Viti Levu   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The largest island, Viti Levu (pronounced Vee-tee Lay-vu) is home to 70% of the population (about 580,000) and is the hub of the entire archipelago.
Visitors to Fiji will most likely arrive at Nadi International Airport, a dusty farming and tourism center on the west coast of Viti Levu that is rapidly growing in stature.
On the southeastern shore is Suva, the largest city, the chief port and the capital.
www.pacificislandtravel.com /fiji/about_destin/vitilevu.asp   (274 words)

  
 Viti Levu - Fiji Islands Backpackers Guide
The central hub of the Fiji Islands is called Viti Levu (translation 'Big Fiji' by the locals) and is the business, industrial and political centre of the island group.
Viti Levu, although small in dimension takes nearly one day to drive around as the road hugs the coast in areas and goes over steep hilly valleys in others.
The west coast of Viti Levu is known for its bright sunny weather and Lautoka is a prime example of this with its average annual temperature being 30
www.fiji-backpacking.com /about-fiji/viti-levu.html   (1455 words)

  
 Viti Bottled Water
Viti Levu (Viti's source) is 1,500 miles away from Australia and is located at the very edge of a primitive rain forest, far from polluted air, acid rain, and impure soil.
In the remote Western Highlands of Viti Levu lies a vast artesian aquifer, a huge chamber confined by the rock walls of an ancient crater.
Beneath the Yaqara Valley floor on the island of Viti Levu lies a vast artesian aquifer, a huge volcanic chamber encapsulated by the rock walls of a collapsed crater.
www.finewaters.com /Bottled_Water/Fiji/Viti.asp   (300 words)

  
 Viti Levu, Fiji
Because Viti Levu is the main island it has the international airport, the capital and a good choice of budget accommodation.
The southern coast of Viti Levu includes the Coral Coast resorts and Suva, Fiji's bustling captial.
Nadi is situated on Viti Levu's west coast near the country's major international airport and is one of Fiji's main tourist towns.
www.bugpacific.com /destinations/fj-viti.html   (502 words)

  
 Viti Levu - West Coast
The lush vegetation and mountains in the center of the island of Viti Levu are my first glimpse of Fiji.
Bus service appears to be excellent on Viti Levu, and would provide a low cost way to explore this rather large island.
Lautoka is the second largest town in Fiji, and forms the industrial base for the island of Viti Levu, and most of the country.
joetourist.ca /Fiji/VitiLevu-west.htm   (490 words)

  
 Viti Levu Diving
Viti Levu is Fiji's main island and chances are that you will pass through this way.
Generally the diving in Viti Levu is characterised by hard coral walls and channels visited by pelagics.
The season to dive Viti Levu runs all the year round.
www.divetheworldfiji.com /viti-levu-diving-sites.htm   (259 words)

  
 Fiji - Viti Levu - Lorry Patton's Travel Tips 'n' Tales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Viti Levu is the largest island in the Fiji group, just over 4,000 square miles.
A good and frequently used highway cuts across Viti Levu connecting the west coast to the east coast and the island's two major points: The Nadi International Airport on the west side and the capital city of Suva on the south east coast.
Most international visitors arrive in Nadi and from there, they go to their respective hotels and resorts or to the outer islands.
www.lorrypatton.com /travel/dest/608.html   (213 words)

  
 Islands.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
This assignment took him well beyond Nadi into Viti Levu’s green highlands, a place that’s so untouched by the outside world that the local guides had never seen kayaking gear, lifejackets – or peanut butter.
One of the most popular areas to stay on Viti Levu is the Coral Coast.
Beginning near Nadi –; which is the jumping-off point for the Yasawa chain – the Coral Coast and the rest of the island offer a wide range of lodgings, from $40-a-night budget hotels to major resorts where rooms top out at around $350 a night.
www.islands.com /articles/b04022000.asp?island=vitilevu   (852 words)

  
 Diving in Viti Levu
Unless your idea of a perfect holiday means being confined to one of the big resorts within a couple of hours' drive from the airport, the chances are you will be moving on from Viti Levu to some of the other islands of Fiji.
Shark Reef - Six years of protection from fishing has meant that this area, on Fiji's main island, Viti Levu, can be teeming with fish both big and small but it is the incredible shark feeding experience that make this spot a must see experience for divers visiting Fiji.
You can comfortably visit Viti Levu throughout the year with July, August and September being the peak months for visibility.
www.dive-the-world.com /diving-sites-fiji-viti-levu.htm   (401 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Viti Levu (Pacific Islands Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
Viti Levu[vE´tE lA´vOO] Pronunciation Key or Naviti Levu[nA–] Pronunciation Key, volcanic island, 4,010 sq mi (10,386 sq km), S Pacific, largest and most important of the Fiji Islands.
On Viti Levu are Suva, the capital and chief port of Fiji, and Lautoka, an important town.
More articles from AllRefer Reference on Viti Levu
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/V/VitiLevu.html   (195 words)

  
 Viti Levu : Introduction | Frommers.com
Most visitors arrive at Nadi International Airport, a modern facility located among sugar cane fields on the dry western side of Viti Levu, Fiji's largest island.
Referred to locally as the "mainland," Viti Levu (Big Fiji) is 10 times the size of Tahiti.
From Suva, you can go the other way around back to Nadi, along the King's Road from Lautoka, through the waving sugar cane fields of northern Viti Levu, where Rakiraki beckons, with its charming colonial-era hotel.
www.frommers.com /destinations/vitilevu/0354010001.html   (417 words)

  
 East Viti Levu
Landscape: Eastern Viti Levu is hilly with rainforests, large rivers and pastures for the thriving dairy industry.
The city of Suva, the capital of Fiji is located on the south-eastern corner.
We found out in western Fiji that only the main road around Viti Levu is paved.
www.hackingfamily.com /Landfalls/Fiji/east_viti_levu.htm   (935 words)

  
 Fiji - Viti Levu - Travel Tips - Getting Around Fiji - Lorry Patton's Travel Tips 'n' Tales
Several ferries operate from Viti Levu to many of the outer islands, with three of them able to transport vehicles.
The 54-ft. hydrofoil ferry, Drodrolagi, carries 60 passengers at 40 knots to Savusavu and Natovi - F$42 one-way.
Public buses service is available on Viti Levu, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and Ovalau.
lorrypatton.com /travel/tips/610-608.html   (415 words)

  
 Viti Levu, Wananavu Vacation Rentals villa - Oceanfront Villa with Private Pool and Staff with Resort Privileges
Located on the northern tip of the main island of Viti Levu, Starfish Blue is named for the electric blue starfish that live in the front yard- the Pacific Ocean.
The villa is located on a small cliff overlooking a protected stretch of ocean, bordered by 3 islands.
Local Area RakiRaki is a small town in Northern Viti Levu.
www.greatrentals.com /Fiji/16015.html   (1027 words)

  
 The Diocese of Viti Levu West   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Diocese of Viti Levu West is part of the Province of New Zealand.
The web page that you are now reading is operated by the Society of Archbishop Justus as a placeholder until The Diocese of Viti Levu West is prepared to have its own page.
If you are looking for an official home page for The Diocese of Viti Levu West we do not know of one.
vitilevuwest.anglican.org   (192 words)

  
 Map of Viti Levu Fiji Islands
Lautoka is the second largest city in Fiji with a large sugar mill and distillery and is the major port for the western side of Viti Levu.
The long stretch of white sand beach on the north coast of Nananu-i-Ra.
View across Nananu-i-Ra island towards the coast of Viti Levu.
www.fiji-island.com /viti-levu.html   (1011 words)

  
 Viti Levu Island hotels. Save up to 60% off rates on all hotels in Viti Levu Island
Save up to 60% off rates on all hotels in Viti Levu Island
Viti Levu Island Forum - Share your stories and get travelling advice on Viti Levu Island.
Use the form above to check rates and availability of all hotels in Viti Levu Island.
www.hotelclub.net /hotel.reservations/Viti_Levu_Island.htm   (82 words)

  
 Viti Levu Diving: Scuba Viti Levu at Scuba Local - The Scuba Guide
Viti Levu Diving: Scuba Viti Levu at Scuba Local - The Scuba Guide
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www.thescubaguide.com /s/sp/fj/viti   (108 words)

  
 Suva (Viti Levu) Travel Guide
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www.worldroom.com /pages/cg_suva_viti_l/suva_viti_l_main.phtml   (152 words)

  
 Viti Levu - South Coast
It was interesting to meet everyone in their extended family, and to be treated as an honoured guest.
Vanua Levu - the next leg of my travels, which includes Namale Plantation resort.
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joetourist.ca /Fiji/VitiLevu-south.htm   (421 words)

  
 West Viti Levu
The tiny Lautoka dock can get quite busy
Landscape: Western Viti Levu is drier than the region around Suva and the Rewa Valley in the east.
It is known for its sugar cane fields and high cliffs cut by hanging valleys and the Sigatoka River.
www.hackingfamily.com /Landfalls/Fiji/west_viti_levu.htm   (1809 words)

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