Diving in Viti Levu
Shark Reef
In truth the best diving in Fiji is not found around the main island of 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.
In our opinion there is little in the way of top quality scuba diving here and places like the Coral Coast and Beqa Lagoon didn't really live up to expectations, so we don't recommend them to you. However, he one thing that we do recommend is that any diver's trip to Fiji should be organised to include a few days diving in Pacific Harbour where unforgettable shark encounters await you.
Highlights
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.
Diving here will find you resting on the sea bed a little distance away from the experienced guides who distribute chunks of fish to any passers-by - and what a sight! Eight different types of sharks frequent this area and cruise by to rip a piece of fish flesh from the outstretched hands of the guides which will send your heart racing!
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How to Dive Viti Levu
Stay in Pacific Harbour on the south coast of Viti Levu for the best access to the shark diving and Beqa Lagoon.
Lagoon Resort , Pacific Harbour - home of the shark feeding concession at Shark Reef.
Diving Season
You can comfortably visit Viti Levu throughout the year with July, August and September being the peak months for visibility. Given the diving we recommend here, seeing 40 metres is not really necessary as the action takes place just a few metres away from your nose. The warmest water (29°C) can be found in the summertime from November to April.
Reef Summary
Great for: Large animals and non-diving activities
Not so great for: Wrecks
Depth: 5 - 35m
Visibility: 5 - 30m
Currents: Usually gentle but can be strong
Surface Conditions: Can be choppy
Water Temperature: 25 - 29°C
Experience Level: Beginner - advanced
Number of dive sites: >22, plus access to more in other destinations
Access: Diving resorts
Recommended length of stay: 3 - 5 days, or 1 week to dive all areas accessible from here
Dive Site Descriptions
For more on the detailed Viti Levu dive sites:
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