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Waitabu Marine Park Knowledgeable local guides lead visitors to the Taveuni reef conservation project . This is an ideal opportunity for keen snorkellers to get a taste of what has made Taveuni Island the ‘soft coral capital of the world’. Taveuni Estates - Own your piece of island paradise - Freehold island real estate in Fiji

Waitabu Marine Park - Waitabu Marine Park - Taveuni Island: Dive or snorkle Fiji's coral reefs to see a myriad of colorful fish, like this Clown Triggerfish. Waitabu Marine Park, off the north coast of Taveuni Island, contains a Marine Protected Area ideal for snorkeling. This park resulted form an agreement of 7 Fijian communities not to fish or anchor in a 1km section of Taveuni's fringing reef. Guided snorkeling tours including snorkeling equipment, refreshments, local musicians and a ride on a Bilibili, a traditional Fijian raft bring a small amount of tourism income to the community of Waitabu. The trip is best done around a morning high tide Established in 1998, the park has already produced dramatic results. Yearly, the community of Waitabu conducts marine surveys according to the Reef Check survey guidelines with the assistance of a local tropical marine biologist. Taveuni Weddings, Fiji Wedding Packages, Fiji Weddings, Taveuni Weddings, Beach Weddings

Traveler Reviews of Waitabu Marine Park Taveuni Island Great snorkelling trip and village visit from StuartTuiTai on 2008-10-12 Thouroughly enjoyed my time at Waitabu. We arrived at 9am and spent a couple of hours snorkeling in the marine park at Waitabu with local guides who knew their stuff. We were poled up to the... Waitabu Marine Park, Taveuni Island, Fiji Reviews - TravelPod

Waitabu Marine Park & Campground Rate It Address: Near Vidawa village, about a 30-minute-drive southeast of Matei, Bouma National Heritage Park, Taveuni Phone: 888-0451 www.bnhp.org Category: Tours Location: Taveuni Fodor's Review: At Waitabu Marine Park & Campground you can swim and snorkel over a fringing reef that has been a marine-protected area (MPA) since 1998, when the Waitabu people and other villages agreed to stop over-fishing. There are guided snorkeling tours using bilibili or traditional bamboo rafts followed by tea and music on the beach. A cheaper option does not include rafts or tea. The campground offers 12 tent sites near the water's edge, and communal cooking and bathroom facilities. It's slightly north of Vidawa village on the coast. Cost: $40 with raft and tea, $20 without. Camping $10 per person per night Waitabu Marine Park & Campground Review | Taveuni | Fodor'

Waitabu Marine Park This area of Taveuni has been awarded the “International British Airways Eco-Tourism Award". White sand beaches, great snorkeling, bilibili rafts, Fijian village life and much more... This half day excursion will begin with a beautifully scenic drive to the Eastern side of the island. Upon arrival at Waitabu Village you will be welcomed into village life over morning tea that has been prepared by the village women. You will take a most memorable raft trip up the river on a traditional bilibili raft. Extremely knowledgeable, trained guides will snorkel with you to point out and explain the amazing marine life that is found in this area. You will have time to enjoy the excellent snorkeling or just relax on the beach or spend time learning more about Fijian culture from your friendly village guide. Afternoon tea and a kava drinking ceremony accompanied by local island music will be served before returning to Taveuni Palms. Please kindly note that you dress modestl