Introducing Ovalau & the Lomaiviti Group
Rustic and peaceful, this string of islands, just off the east coast of Viti Levu, has an infectious and languid pace that belies its historical significance, for this is where the Fijian nation was made. Picturesque Levuka, Ovalau's main town, was Fiji's earliest European settlement and the country's first capital, but political machinations have long since departed and today Lomaiviti, which literally means 'Middle Fiji', equally literally feels like the middle of nowhere.
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South of Ovalau, the tiny coral islands of Leleuvia and Caqalai have sandy beaches, good snorkelling and simple budget resorts. Hawksbill turtles visit to lay their eggs and a pod of around 10 humpback whales passes the east coast of Ovalau on their annual migration between May and September.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Fiji, October, Lautoka or other area for local experience
by TaiMarilyn 14 September 2011
To get to Ovalau from Nadi you must first go to Suva fly, bus or rental car, then fly to Ovalau. Allow half a day for the trip to Suva,…
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Fiji, October, Lautoka or other area for local experience
by cat668 14 September 2011
Hi guys, we are 2 adults with our 3 yr old girl. We are experience traveler. But first time in Fiji. My husband love beach, so we will…
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Avoid Leluvia island resort
by pauljamieturnbull 20 August 2011
Just a quick warning to any travellers thinking of staying on the Island resort of Leluvia, between Viti Levu and Ovalau. Although the…
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