Adventure Packages

Explore the Coral Coast and Fiji’s Adventure Capital with a 2-day package from Rivers Fiji or luxe it up on our 8-day award-winning Highlands to Islands Ultimate Fiji Explorer. All packages include rafting on the Upper Navua Gorge and inflatable kayaking on the ‘Luva River with overnight accommodations ranging from budget to luxury.

We can even arrange round-trip transfers from your hotel in Nadi or Suva! Transfers range from US$25-$30 per person depending on location.


Highlands to Islands Ultimate Fiji Explorer

Trip Length: 8 Days

Cost: US$2899*

*Based on double occupancy Single Supplement $550

Departure Dates: To be determined

Age Limit: 8 Years

Trip Classification: Class II-III whitewater; Beginner/Intermediate sea kayaking

Meeting Place: Fiji International Airport, Nadi



*What's Included...

Airport transfer from Nadi to Pacific Harbour – Home of Rivers Fiji

5 nights’ accommodation in Pacific Harbour

Upper Navua River rafting; Middle Navua River kayaking; Coastal Sea Kayaking; Beqa Island Sea Kayaking; Zip Fiji; Fiji’s Natural History Museum. More details below...

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Sustainable Tourism in Fiji - University Program

Trip Length: 18 Days

Cost: $4500 - Undergraduate Course, $4700 - Graduate Course

Departure Dates: To be determined

Age Limit: 18 years

Trip Classification: Class II - III

Meeting Place: LAX

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Highlands to Islands Ultimate Fiji Explorer

This is a tropical adventure trip of a lifetime! The South Pacific boasts some of the most beautiful islands and oceans on the globe. Our Highlands to Islands trip takes you to the heart of it - the Fiji Islands. Based in Pacific Harbour, Rivers Fiji will play host, providing exceptional tours, adventure, and service. This action-packed getaway features the class II-III whitewater of the Upper Navua River, as well as inflatable kayaking on the gentle currents of the Middle Navua River with a visit to the charming riverside village of Wainadiro, where friendly locals enthusiastically welcome visitors. Sea kayak on the clear, blue water of the Beqa Lagoon where the snorkeling is world-class. Feel the rush as you soar in the forest canopy on the thrilling zip line tour and learn more about the Fijian people with a visit to Fiji’s Natural History Museum.


Itinerary at a Glance...

Arrive in Fiji at Nadi International Airport where you’ll be greeted by a Rivers Fiji representative

• Travel to Pacific Harbour where you can choose from relaxing poolside, on the beach or enjoy a short sea kayaking tour with Rivers Fiji

• Enjoy a Welcome Dinner

• Travel to the charming riverside village of Wainadiro and kayak the gentle Middle Navua River

• Raft the amazing Upper Navua Gorge through the Upper Navua Conservation Area and witness countless waterfalls, limestone cliffs, jungle canopy, and fun class II-III whitewater

• Travel by chartered motorboat across the Beqa Lagoon to Beqa Island to sea kayak the tranquil, blue waters of this mesmerizing archipelago. Snorkel the colorful, lively coral reefs in this pristine marine habitat

• Zip-line through the forest canopy before going on to Suva, the capital of Fiji, where we visit the Natural History Museum

• Transfer to Nadi International Airport for your return flight home.

Sustainable Tourism in Fiji - University Program

Join Rivers Fiji co-founders, Nate & Dr. Kelly Bricker from the University of Utah for an 18-day study program on sustainable tourism development in Fiji.


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Catalog Description

This course provides students of all majors with an understanding of both theory and practical applications of concepts surrounding sustainable tourism development. Through on-site visitations and selected texts and readings, students will explore the social, cultural, and environmental impacts of tourism and planning issues. They will also examine the development and meaning of ecotourism, alternative tourism, adventure, natural, cultural, and heritage tourism options particular to the Republic of Fiji. Case studies from the South Pacific and other parts of the world will be drawn upon in order to gain a global understanding of issues and practical applications of solutions.


Delivery

The course is delivered as a field-based course, which is offered through the study abroad program. The course will spend 18 days in the country of Fiji. Students will also be expected to do preliminary coursework prior to departure. This includes at least two pre-departure meetings, course projects, online scuba instruction, and miscellaneous pre-departure assignments. There are no easy answers, and the course will raise at least as many questions as solutions. Students are expected to bring with them a willingness to share their own experiences of travel and tourism and a readiness to join the debates and to seek out examples of good (and bad) practices from the South Pacific.


The main objectives of this course are:

  • To develop an understanding of sustainable tourism’s role within the range of social and environmental questions, issues, and problems facing Fiji and the South Pacific region;
  • To develop an awareness of the principles of sustainable tourism development and its relationship to ecotourism;
  • To be familiar with the economic issues in ecotourism tourism development;
  • To develop the ability to describe the importance of addressing the cultural/social, environmental, and economics of ecotourism within a sustainable tourism context;
  • To examine successes, problems, and challenges associated with the implementation of sustainable tourism development within Fiji and the South Pacific region;
  • To understand marine ecotourism of small island nations through scuba certification and participation in a marine environmental education program;
  • To understand Fijian village life and various constraints and benefits to tourism development in the rural areas of Fiji.


PROGRAM LOCATION

The program will be conducted in the Fiji Islands. From pristine marine ecosystems, providing kayaking and diving opportunities, to the highlands which offer whitewater rafting and trekking opportunities, Fiji, a country located in the Asia-Pacific region, has unlimited potential to develop a wide range of nature-based experiences. Specifically, the course will operate from two areas; the highlands and coastal area of Viti Levu and the Yasawa island group. These two geographic locations will give the students a sense of the diversity that exists within Fiji.

Fiji is an excellent laboratory in which to study ecotourism development. In February of 1999, the government of Fiji recognized this potential by adopting policies and strategies specifically focused on nature- (from hereon referred to as “ecotourism”) and village-based tourism. As a result, the Fiji Ecotourism Association has been rejuvenated, a sub-program in ecotourism has been implemented to encourage human resource development in rural areas, ecotourism has been recognized in the national development plan, and industry efforts to develop a ‘best practices’ program have been introduced. In addition, The World Tourism Organization held the South Pacific regional ecotourism conference in Fiji during the spring of 2002, and therefore the topic of ecotourism development continues to be both timely and relevant.


COURSE CONTENT

The following topics will be integrated into the 18-day program in Fiji. These do not necessarily follow a particular order, but will be addressed throughout the program:


Module 1: Introduction to Adventure-based Tourism Programs

  • Whitewater Rafting in the Highlands of Fiji
  • “Leave No Trace”
  • Sea Kayaking at Beqa Island
  • Coastal Sea Kayaking
  • SCUBA certification (PADI)
  • Marine ecosystem orientation and research relevant to tourism development


Module 2: Government and Policy Development

Discussion with key organizations involved in ecotourism in Fiji, potentially including:

  • Fiji Visitors Bureau
  • Ministry of Tourism
  • National Trust of Fiji
  • WWF South Pacific
  • South Pacific Tourism Organization
  • Native Land and Trust Board


Module 3: The Socio-Cultural Issues of Sustainable Tourism Development

  • Community-based tourism development
  • Visit village-based program


Module 4: Sustainable Tourism Planning and Development


For any tailor-made experiences to suit your individual groups, please contact the office.

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