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Matava is for those of you that want to get away from the large, expensive resorts yet still sample some of the best scuba diving in the Fiji Islands. Located on the island of Kadavu, a stone's throw from The Great Astrolabe Reef, Matava is The Astrolabe Hideaway. The Great Astrolabe Reef is one of the most under-hyped dive destinations - pristine hard corals, plenty of fish dramatic walls patrolled by large pelagics.

The dive resort is a genuine eco-hideaway - reef conservation and awareness programmes, recycling and organic farming are all a priority. Many are surprised by the simplicity of the Matava Resort (you make your way back to your room by lantern light) and even more surprised by how much they fall in love with the place, regardless of the absence of modern conveniences.

Matava is not a deluxe holiday resort but is a simple, piece of paradise run by a friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable team, and so exclusive that there is no road access. Guests are treated to the real Fiji both above land and underwater.

In 2012, Matava Resort received the TripAdvisor "Certificate of Excellence" accolade for the 3rd year in a row! This award is only given to establishments that achieve consistently outstanding guest reviews.

There are 9 traditional thatched bures (Fijian-style bungalows), each with en-suite bathroom facilities. There are 4 secluded Honeymoon bures on the hill with private deck ocean views and full length windows. Each has a king-size 4 poster bed. There are 5 Oceanview bures on the lower hill side with queen-size beds and private decks.

All the bures at Matava Resort have:

Private bathroom with hot water shower and towels
Seaview private deck
Solar powered lighting
Simple furnishings and polished floorboards
Mosquito nets

The Great Astrolabe Reef in Kadavu is the world's third largest barrier reef and is the Fijian Islands largest living organism. It extends along the entire southern side of Kadavu and stretches for over 100 km. With 1 instructor and 3 divemasters, there is plenty of attention even if all guests are diving.

Matava has an 8 metre speedboat with steel ladders, taking up to 12 divers on trips to this spectacular and colourful hard coral reef. 2 tank dive trips around Kadavu depart at 08:30 hrs from the resort's water front. Hot water showers and rinse tanks are available on return at the resort.

Scuba trips include a qualified divemaster, drinking water, tanks, weights and weightbelts.

Go for a paddle in one of the resort's complimentary sea kayaks, trek to one of Kadavu's many waterfalls, or take in a little culture on a meke visit to one of the nearby villages.

Matava has a large communal bure, or Burelevu, which is comfortably furnished with cushions and sofas and also houses the bar. Here you can relax and browse the collection of reference books or paperbacks in the library.

Matava Resort facilities include: Restaurant & bar - Dive centre - International telephone & fax - Laundry service - Sea kayaks (free of charge usage) - Deep sea fishing trips - Overnight village stays on treks and kayaks - Village visits for Mekes

Location: Kadavu Island south coast, southern Fiji

Matava has an extensive organic garden from which fruits and vegetables are picked daily. Any speciality produce that is not grown by the resort is provided by local organic gardeners.

Meals available:

Fijian and international cuisine
Sashimi and Kokoda when available
Seafood, BBQ, steaks and burgers
Soups and salads
Pizza and pastas
Most dietary requirements can be catered

Complimentary breakfast - Coffee, tea, toast, fruit, cakes, pastries, cereals, eggs, ham and bacon.

The nearest re-compression chamber to The Great Astrolabe Hideaway is in Suva on the island of Viti Levu - approximately 100 km north of Kadavu. Scuba emergencies will be handled by a Medivac 30 minute helicopter ride. You should have your own diving insurance that covers emergency evacuation.

The dive boat carries emergency oxygen and Matava also has oxygen and first aid. A large supply of additional oxygen is available back at the resort. 1 divemaster is provided for every 8 divers.

For non-diving accidents there is a medical facility in Vunisea at Kadavu Airport. It takes 1 hour to get there by boat.

Matava Resort provides a safety box in reception, and the nearest police station is 15 km away by boat.

"Matava has extremely customer friendly diving staff." - Peter and Hana Palacek, United States of America, 7 November 2006 ...

"The staff were great, the resort was great, the setting was amazing, and the scuba diving incredible." - Whitney Arnold, USA, 26 May 2006 ...

ACCOMMODATION AND DIVING PACKAGE PRICES...

Prices valid until 31 March 2016

Click 'Request' to send an inquiry for your preferred dive package:

All Year Round 15/16 - 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016

	Days	Nights	Price per diver, USD	Price per non-diver, USD	Single supplement (see note below)
	5	4	894	576	129	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 894 Honeymoon Bure: 1,037 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 576 Honeymoon Bure: 719 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 129 Honeymoon Bure: 212 Number of dives: 6 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.
	6	5	1,115	710	161	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,115 Honeymoon Bure: 1,274 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 710 Honeymoon Bure: 869 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 161 Honeymoon Bure: 265 Number of dives: 8 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.
	7	6	1,318	834	194	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,318 Honeymoon Bure: 1,488 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 834 Honeymoon Bure: 1,005 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 194 Honeymoon Bure: 318 Number of dives: 10 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.
	8	7	1,532	952	226	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,532 Honeymoon Bure: 1,703 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 952 Honeymoon Bure: 1,122 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 226 Honeymoon Bure: 371 Number of dives: 12 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.
	9	8	1,721	1,044	258	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,721 Honeymoon Bure: 1,915 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,044 Honeymoon Bure: 1,237 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 258 Honeymoon Bure: 424 Number of dives: 14 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.
	10	9	1,910	1,136	290	Request
Diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,910 Honeymoon Bure: 2,127 Non-diver price per person: Oceanview Bure: 1,136 Honeymoon Bure: 1,353 Single supplement (see note below): Oceanview Bure: 290 Honeymoon Bure: 477 Number of dives: 16 (If you would like to make more dives in this package, see what additional opportunities are available at this resort in the notes below). The number of dives is our best estimate in ideal circumstances. This may include an early morning check-in at the resort where diving is available on the day of arrival. Unused dives are not refundable.

MORE PACKAGE DETAILS

Destinations: Kadavu: all southern sites on the Great Astrolabe Reef - Eagle Rock, Naiqoro Passage and Manta Point. No diving on days of arrival and departure.

Resort diving includes: Dives (as detailed in the packages above), boat rides to sites, experienced English-speaking divemaster (maximum 8 divers per DM), tanks, weights and weightbelts, diving tax, drinking water, soft drinks, hot drinks, snacks.
Diving excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment (approx. US$ 28 per day). Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival (cash or credit card). Dive insurance is mandatory.
Optional extras: Extra dives (approx. US$ 63 each, payable in advance), night dives (approx. US$ 74 each, payable in advance), dive computer. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival.

Resort accommodation includes: Bed, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinking water, soft drinks, hot drinks, snacks, return resort transfers from Kadavu airport, snorkeling gear hire (mask, fins & snorkel), unlimited use of kayaks, taxes.
Accommodation excludes (mandatory): Single supplement on single travellers only, payable in advance.
Single Supplement: This is a compulsory additional charge on single travellers for the sole occupancy of double/twin accommodation.
Optional extras: Alcoholic drinks, internet access. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival.

How to get there: Matava is located about one hour boat ride away from Vunisea and Kadavu Airport, along the southern coastline of Kadavu. You can take the short daily flight to the island from either Suva or Nadi Airport on Viti Levu. For more information see our Kadavu travel information section.

Dive clubs and group discounts: Pay for 6 guests and 1 extra person can join free of charge.

Add-on package: If this is your only planned visit to Fiji then we strongly recommend that you consider a 2 night add-on stay at Pacific Harbour on Viti Levu, to allow you to witness the not-to-be-missed shark feed diving. This option is also convenient as it is located close to both the international gateway airports in Fiji - Nadi and Suva.